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The lowest prices found within the past 7 days from Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul were £263 for one-way flights and £432 for return flights, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Cheap Flights from Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul & Flight Information
Origin airport IATA code
KUL
Destination airport IATA code
IST
Return price
£431

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Istanbul IST Flight Information

Traveling From
Kuala Lumpur
Origin Airport IATA Code
KUL
Traveling To
Istanbul
Destination Airport IATA Code
IST
Number of Airlines Serving
2
Available Airlines
Qatar Airways, Saudia, Etihad Airways, Emirates
Distance
8386 km
Direct Flight Time
10 45
Flight Price
£432

Frequently asked questions

Is there a direct flight between Kuala Lumpur and Istanbul?
Flying directly from Kuala Lumpur Intl. Airport (KUL) to Istanbul Airport means a little extra time for fun and thrills when you arrive at the other end. There are 1 air carriers operating on this route nonstop, including Turkish Airlines, which is one of the best.
How long is a direct flight from Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul?
It generally takes 11 hours and 10 minutes, depending on type of plane used, weather conditions and any air traffic delays. The total travel distance from Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul is 5,200 miles.
What are the best airports for Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul flights?
Eager to discover some of the different ways to get from Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul? Take a look at our list of the most frequently flown routes:

  • KUL to ISL - 43 flights per week
  • Kuala Lumpur Airport to SAW - 7 flights per week

What are some of the most popular airlines flying from Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul?
Whether it’s quality food or welcoming service, we all have particular in-flight features we look for when deciding on an airline. Compare these popular carriers to find out if one offers exactly what you’re searching for:

  • Qatar Airways with 60 flights every month.
  • Emirates with 39 flights every month.
  • Singapore Airlines with 30 flights every month.
  • Etihad Airways with 26 flights every month.
  • Korean Air with 21 flights every month.
  • EVA Air with 17 flights every month.

How many flights are there from Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul?
You’ve got plenty of flexibility when it comes to flying from Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul. With around 6 flights running every day, the time to get away is up to you.
What are the cheapest days to book a flight?
This is one is easy to remember: Ticket Thursdays. We found that tickets booked on a Thursday resulted in the best deal on average in 2021. However, Friday can be the worst day to purchase plane tickets, as it was the day with the highest average ticket price based on flight demand on ebookers in 2021.
What are the cheapest days to fly?
When analysing flight demand on ebookers in 2021, Friday turned out to be the cheapest day to fly, with Tuesday as a close second. That’s definitely something to consider when booking your next trip! Thinking of traveling mid-week? It turns out that Wednesdays generally had the most expensive airline tickets, so keep this in mind when planning for your next trip.*According to flight demand on ebookers.com from January to December 2021. Savings are subject to change and may vary depending on selections made.

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Cheap flights from Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul 

Our advanced search tools and comprehensive filters help you find a flight that fits your budget. To search for cheap flights, just enter your travel dates and sort your results by price. With all available tickets listed lowest price first, it’s easy to select the one that’s easiest on your wallet.  

To find the cheapest flights from Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul, you can also travel outside peak season. The more flexible you can be on travel dates, the easier it is to find those cheap flight tickets. We know, for example, that the cheapest time to travel between Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul is May. In the current list of deals available, prices start at £432 and can rise to £487 for return flights.  

Find the best flight from Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul  

Every day between Kuala Lumpur and Istanbul, 4 flights from 2 airlines jet back and forth. And with ebookers, you can book tickets for any one of those flights. If you book a direct flight with Turkish Airlines, Malaysia Airlines, you’ll arrive safely in your destination in around 10hours. If you can think of a quicker way to cover the 8386 km between null and null, let us know! 

Flights from Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul — a great choice on great deals 

We only need a little information to give you a lot of choice. Just tell us when you’re planning your family holiday, long weekend, luxury getaway or quick business trip, and we’ll do the rest. And to keep your choice-making easy, we’ve given you plenty of ways to narrow down your search. Choose one-way, roundtrip or multi city flights, select your preferred airline, your time of arrival and departure and cabin class using the filters.  

Once you’ve told us what you want, we’ll show you what’s on offer. All you need to do is take your pick and start packing.  

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We want the experience of booking your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul to be as simple as possible. That’s why we designed our search and filter options to make your life easy. Whether you are travelling on business or for pleasure, ebookers has you covered. 

When you’re ready to book, our service is always fast and transparent. We know plans change, so we have a range of flexible booking options. Choose between refundable bookings and flights with no charges should you need to rearrange and travel stress-free. 

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5 out of 5
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4 out of 5
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4 out of 5
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Refunds/changes/cancellations: Itinerary changes, if permitted for the fare, will have a £25.00 / 45.00 Euro service fee charged by ebookers, plus any airline fare and tax increase that may be applicable.

Other conditions: Schedules, fares and rules are subject to change without notice. Seats are limited and may not be available on all flights/dates or in all markets. Fares will not be honored retroactively or in exchange for any wholly/partially unused ticket. Tickets are non-transferable and non-refundable. Fare rules are provided for the selected itinerary before booking.