Cheap flights from Southeast Asia to Istanbul Airport from £180

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 9/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BKK — IST
10 Mar — 17 Mar1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Southeast Asia to Istanbul

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Cheapest flights from Southeast Asia to Istanbul
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Southeast Asia to Istanbul. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 8 February 2026.

Wed 25/308:05
KUL
-
IST
1 stop28h 05m
China Southern
Wed 1/416:00
IST
-
KUL
1 stop28h 10m
China Southern
Deal found 8/2£322
Sat 28/209:45
KUL
-
IST
1 stop33h 05m
Air Arabia
Mon 2/314:35
IST
-
KUL
1 stop13h 10m
Air Arabia
Deal found 6/2£330
Fri 20/209:45
KUL
-
IST
1 stop33h 05m
Air Arabia
Sat 28/214:35
IST
-
KUL
1 stop13h 10m
Air Arabia
Deal found 6/2£333
Sun 8/318:25
KUL
-
IST
1 stop25h 00m
Emirates
Sun 15/318:40
IST
-
KUL
1 stop22h 15m
Emirates
Deal found 6/2£359
Wed 1/409:50
KUL
-
IST
1 stop32h 15m
Etihad Airways
Wed 8/414:10
IST
-
KUL
1 stop13h 15m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 5/2£361
Wed 1/409:50
KUL
-
IST
1 stop32h 15m
Etihad Airways
Mon 27/414:10
IST
-
KUL
1 stop24h 35m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 8/2£362
Tue 10/1110:05
KUL
-
IST
Nonstop11h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Fri 20/1117:10
IST
-
KUL
Nonstop10h 15m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 8/2£363
Fri 13/318:25
KUL
-
IST
1 stop25h 00m
Emirates
Sun 22/320:05
IST
-
KUL
1 stop20h 50m
Emirates
Deal found 6/2£370
Thu 12/310:15
KUL
-
IST
1 stop13h 15m
Emirates
Tue 24/320:05
IST
-
KUL
1 stop31h 25m
Emirates
Deal found 6/2£371
Mon 9/301:25
KUL
-
IST
1 stop18h 00m
Emirates
Thu 19/320:05
IST
-
KUL
1 stop20h 50m
Emirates
Deal found 6/2£372
Sun 29/303:00
BKK
-
IST
2 stops33h 00m
China Eastern
Tue 21/414:00
IST
-
BKK
2 stops31h 15m
China Eastern
Deal found 7/2£383
Sun 29/303:00
BKK
-
IST
2 stops33h 00m
China Eastern
Mon 6/411:00
IST
-
BKK
2 stops23h 55m
China Eastern
Deal found 6/2£394

Find flight deals from Southeast Asia to Istanbul

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Southeast Asia to Istanbul flight deals. Data was last updated 8 February 2026.

Round-trip from

£322

One-way from

£180
China Southern
  • China Southern
  • 25/3-1/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 56h 15m total
  • Southeast Asia to Istanbul
Air Arabia
  • Air Arabia
  • 9/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 33h 05m total
  • Southeast Asia to Istanbul

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Southeast Asia 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 858,174 searches. Data last updated 8 February 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Southeast Asia to Istanbul Airport that are best for you.

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Southeast Asia

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Istanbul

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Kuala LumpurIstanbul

KUL - IST

KULIST

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Mon 4/5

21:55-13:05

1 stop20h 10m

Istanbul

Thu 14/5

14:10-08:25

1 stop13h 15m

£361

Kuala LumpurIstanbul

KUL - IST

KULIST

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Wed 1/4

09:50-13:05

1 stop32h 15m

Istanbul

Mon 27/4

14:10-08:25

1 stop13h 15m

£362

Kuala LumpurIstanbul

KUL - IST

KULIST

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Fri 13/3

18:25-14:25

1 stop25h 00m

Istanbul

Sun 22/3

20:05-21:55

1 stop20h 50m

£370

Kuala LumpurIstanbul

KUL - IST

KULIST

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Thu 12/3

10:15-14:25

1 stop33h 10m

Istanbul

Tue 24/3

23:40-08:30

1 stop27h 50m

£372

Kuala LumpurIstanbul

KUL - IST

KULIST

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Wed 8/4

19:10-14:25

1 stop24h 15m

Istanbul

Wed 17/6

19:35-14:25

1 stop13h 50m

£374

Kuala LumpurIstanbul

KUL - IST

KULIST

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Mon 4/5

10:20-21:35

1 stop16h 15m

Istanbul

Thu 14/5

19:35-14:25

1 stop13h 50m

£376

Kuala LumpurIstanbul

KUL - IST

KULIST

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sat 2/5

10:00-13:20

1 stop32h 20m

Istanbul

Sun 10/5

18:05-02:20

1 stop27h 15m

£386

Kuala LumpurIstanbul

KUL - IST

KULIST

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Mon 25/5

03:15-13:20

1 stop15h 05m

Istanbul

Sat 6/6

14:10-09:10

1 stop14h 00m

£387

Kuala LumpurIstanbul

KUL - IST

KULIST

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sat 14/3

10:15-14:25

1 stop33h 10m

Istanbul

Sat 21/3

23:40-14:45

1 stop34h 05m

£387

Kuala LumpurIstanbul

KUL - IST

KULIST

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sat 6/6

10:20-01:10

1 stop19h 50m

Istanbul

Thu 18/6

02:10-21:50

1 stop14h 40m

£388

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Southeast Asia to Istanbul Airport

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Southeast Asia to Istanbul Airport?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Southeast Asia to Istanbul Airport (average of £137). Flying from Southeast Asia to Istanbul Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of £364). 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 YJX to IST?

Find hourly flight availability from Southeast Asia 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 8 February 2026.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Southeast Asia to Istanbul Airport as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from Southeast Asia to Istanbul Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from Southeast Asia 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 8 February 2026.

The most flights from zzYJX to IST are scheduled on a Monday (10 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (8 on average).

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 8 February 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Southeast Asia to Istanbul Airport, such as Emirates and Etihad Airways. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Southeast Asia to Istanbul. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • How long is the flight from Southeast Asia to Istanbul Airport?

    Air Arabia, Etihad Airways, and Emirates can get you from Southeast Asia to Istanbul Airport in just under 25h. Your travel time can differ by up to 8h 05m. Southeast Asia and Istanbul Airport are separated by a distance of 5208 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Southeast Asia to Istanbul Airport one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Turkish Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as £71. Users have also found prices from £89 and £129 on AirAsia X and IndiGo, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Southeast Asia to Istanbul Airport?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Southeast Asia to Istanbul Airport consider choosing Icelandair (88%), Thai Airways (77%) or Turkish Airlines (77%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Southeast Asia to Istanbul Airport?

    On average you can expect to pay £560 for a flight from Southeast Asia to Istanbul Airport. The cheapest flight overall is £317 while the most popular route, (Bangkok Suvarnabhumi - Istanbul) is currently priced at £372.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Southeast Asia to Istanbul that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Southeast Asia to Istanbul flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Southeast Asia to Istanbul?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Southeast Asia to Istanbul?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Southeast Asia 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 Southeast Asia to Istanbul Airport?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Southeast Asia to Istanbul Airport (average of £137). Flying from Southeast Asia to Istanbul Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of £364). 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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Etihad AirwaysCheapest£251Average£413FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Thai AirwaysCheapest£277Average£589FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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EmiratesCheapest£415Average£479FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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