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$274+ Cheap flights from Kuala Lumpur Intl (KUL) to Istanbul (IST)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 11/14. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
KUL — IST
Aug 19 — Aug 261
Tue 8/19
Tue 8/26
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Kuala Lumpur Intl to Istanbul are usually found in November or May, booked 82 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Sunday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Kuala Lumpur Intl to Istanbul

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Kuala Lumpur Intl (KUL) to Istanbul (IST). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated August 14, 2025.

Round-trip from

$494
(Etihad Airways)

One-way from

$274
(FlightHub)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$640

Good round-trip deal

$628 or less

Good one-way deal

$424 or less
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Cheapest flights from Kuala Lumpur Intl to Istanbul
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Kuala Lumpur Intl to Istanbul. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 14, 2025.

This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Etihad Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/149:50 amKUL - IST
1 stop32h 15mEtihad Airways
Tue 10/217:30 amIST - KUL
1 stop19h 40mEtihad Airways
Deal found 8/14$494
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Etihad Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/149:40 pmKUL - IST
1 stop20h 25mEtihad Airways
Thu 10/307:25 amIST - KUL
1 stop31h 10mEtihad Airways
Deal found 8/13$495
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Etihad Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/129:40 pmKUL - IST
1 stop13h 40mEtihad Airways
Tue 11/187:25 amIST - KUL
1 stop19h 40mEtihad Airways
Deal found 8/14$497
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/211:45 pmKUL - IST
Nonstop10h 35mTurkish Airlines
Tue 10/141:40 amIST - KUL
Nonstop10h 25mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 8/14$498
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Etihad Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/19:40 pmKUL - IST
1 stop20h 25mEtihad Airways
Mon 10/137:30 amIST - KUL
1 stop19h 40mEtihad Airways
Deal found 8/14$499
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Etihad Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/229:35 amKUL - IST
1 stop32h 20mEtihad Airways
Mon 12/87:25 amIST - KUL
1 stop31h 10mEtihad Airways
Deal found 8/13$501
This Oman Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Oman Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/179:25 pmKUL - IST
1 stop25h 35mOman Air
Mon 9/227:00 pmIST - KUL
1 stop31h 55mOman Air
Deal found 8/13$506
This Singapore Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Singapore Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/306:30 pmKUL - IST
1 stop19h 15mSingapore Airlines
Sun 11/21:15 pmIST - KUL
1 stop16h 05mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 8/12$510
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Etihad Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/139:50 amKUL - IST
1 stop25h 25mEtihad Airways
Sat 11/17:25 amIST - KUL
1 stop31h 10mEtihad Airways
Deal found 8/13$512
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Etihad Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/149:35 amKUL - IST
1 stop32h 20mEtihad Airways
Sun 11/237:25 amIST - KUL
1 stop19h 40mEtihad Airways
Deal found 8/13$513
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/19:35 amKUL - IST
1 stop32h 20mEtihad Airways
Sat 11/82:00 pmIST - KUL
1 stop24h 35mEtihad Airways
Deal found 8/13$523

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Kuala Lumpur Intl to Istanbul that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated August 14, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport that are best for you.

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Kuala LumpurIstanbul

KUL - IST

KULIST

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Fri 12/5

9:40 pm-12:55 pm

1 stop20h 15m

Istanbul

Fri 12/12

7:25 am-8:05 am

1 stop19h 40m

$495

Kuala LumpurIstanbul

KUL - IST

KULIST

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sun 11/30

9:40 pm-6:20 am

1 stop13h 40m

Istanbul

Tue 12/9

7:25 am-8:05 am

1 stop19h 40m

$495

Kuala LumpurIstanbul

KUL - IST

KULIST

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Wed 11/19

9:40 pm-6:20 am

1 stop13h 40m

Istanbul

Wed 11/26

7:25 am-8:05 am

1 stop19h 40m

$495

Kuala LumpurIstanbul

KUL - IST

KULIST

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Wed 11/19

9:40 pm-6:20 am

1 stop13h 40m

Istanbul

Fri 11/28

7:25 am-8:05 am

1 stop19h 40m

$495

Kuala LumpurIstanbul

KUL - IST

KULIST

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Mon 11/17

9:40 pm-12:55 pm

1 stop20h 15m

Istanbul

Wed 11/26

7:25 am-8:05 am

1 stop19h 40m

$495

Kuala LumpurIstanbul

KUL - IST

KULIST

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Thu 11/20

9:40 pm-6:20 am

1 stop13h 40m

Istanbul

Fri 11/28

7:25 am-8:05 am

1 stop19h 40m

$495

Kuala LumpurIstanbul

KUL - IST

KULIST

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Tue 11/25

9:40 pm-6:20 am

1 stop13h 40m

Istanbul

Tue 12/2

2:00 pm-7:35 pm

1 stop24h 35m

$495

Kuala LumpurIstanbul

KUL - IST

KULIST

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Thu 11/27

9:40 pm-6:20 am

1 stop13h 40m

Istanbul

Thu 12/4

2:00 pm-7:35 pm

1 stop24h 35m

$495

Kuala LumpurIstanbul

KUL - IST

KULIST

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Wed 11/26

9:40 pm-6:20 am

1 stop13h 40m

Istanbul

Tue 12/2

2:00 pm-7:35 pm

1 stop24h 35m

$495

Kuala LumpurIstanbul

KUL - IST

KULIST

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sun 11/16

9:40 pm-6:20 am

1 stop13h 40m

Istanbul

Mon 11/24

2:00 pm-8:05 am

1 stop13h 05m

$495

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport

How far ahead should I book a flight from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Kuala Lumpur Intl to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on August 8, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 65 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport (average of $923). Flying from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,359). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from KUL to IST?

Find hourly flight availability from Kuala Lumpur Intl to Istanbul. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated August 14, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight at noon could potentially save you up to 39% on airfare.

Weekly flight availability from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from Kuala Lumpur Intl to Istanbul. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated August 14, 2025.

The most flights from KUL to IST are scheduled on a Monday (7 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 on average).

What’s the top layover airport for flights from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport?

Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.

Dubai (DXB) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 69% of 1-stop itineraries from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport?

Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.

Guangzhou (CAN) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $403.

What’s the fastest layover option from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport?

Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.

Flights via Doha (DOH) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 14h 28m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport?

Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Doha (DOH) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 2h 48m.

Reviews of airlines servicing Istanbul

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Istanbul. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Istanbul. Reviews last updated August 14, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport, such as Emirates, Air Arabia, and Qatar Airways. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,315 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Hoss,Mar 2025

TPE - DXB

One of Emirate claim to fame use to be excellent crew. But I think that has faded just a bit. While the first leg of my journey was impeccable, the second was good but not amazing. A few of the crew could have use a bit of smiley face, plus the sandwich served after take off was not good at all. I would have not served it at all.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,315 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,315 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Hoss,Mar 2025

TPE - DXB

One of Emirate claim to fame use to be excellent crew. But I think that has faded just a bit. While the first leg of my journey was impeccable, the second was good but not amazing. A few of the crew could have use a bit of smiley face, plus the sandwich served after take off was not good at all. I would have not served it at all.
Air Arabia
7.5
Good
49 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,315 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Hoss,Mar 2025

TPE - DXB

One of Emirate claim to fame use to be excellent crew. But I think that has faded just a bit. While the first leg of my journey was impeccable, the second was good but not amazing. A few of the crew could have use a bit of smiley face, plus the sandwich served after take off was not good at all. I would have not served it at all.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,608 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,315 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Hoss,Mar 2025

TPE - DXB

One of Emirate claim to fame use to be excellent crew. But I think that has faded just a bit. While the first leg of my journey was impeccable, the second was good but not amazing. A few of the crew could have use a bit of smiley face, plus the sandwich served after take off was not good at all. I would have not served it at all.
Etihad Airways
7.4
Good
1,232 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,315 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Hoss,Mar 2025

TPE - DXB

One of Emirate claim to fame use to be excellent crew. But I think that has faded just a bit. While the first leg of my journey was impeccable, the second was good but not amazing. A few of the crew could have use a bit of smiley face, plus the sandwich served after take off was not good at all. I would have not served it at all.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,940 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,315 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Hoss,Mar 2025

TPE - DXB

One of Emirate claim to fame use to be excellent crew. But I think that has faded just a bit. While the first leg of my journey was impeccable, the second was good but not amazing. A few of the crew could have use a bit of smiley face, plus the sandwich served after take off was not good at all. I would have not served it at all.

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  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport is Air Arabia. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $231 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are China Southern and Turkish Airlines, starting at $403 and $423 round-trip. Air Arabia is currently priced 57% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport consider choosing Batik Air (73%), Malaysia Airlines (73%) or Turkish Airlines (66%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport?

    On average you can expect to pay $1,068 for a flight from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport. The cheapest flight overall is $278 while the most popular route, (Kuala Lumpur Intl - Istanbul) is currently priced at $481.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Kuala Lumpur Intl to Istanbul that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Kuala Lumpur Intl to Istanbul flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Kuala Lumpur Intl to Istanbul?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Kuala Lumpur Intl to Istanbul.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Kuala Lumpur Intl to Istanbul?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Kuala Lumpur Intl to Istanbul by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport (average of $923). Flying from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,359). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 8 airlines flying from Kuala Lumpur Intl to Istanbul

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Kuala Lumpur Intl to Istanbul. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated August 14, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air ArabiaCheapest$231Average$484FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
China SouthernCheapest$403Average$434FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$423Average$547FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
EmiratesCheapest$429Average$549FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$473Average$552FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$481Average$532FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Oman AirCheapest$486Average$519FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Singapore AirlinesCheapest$507Average$613FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%

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