Cheap flights from Southeast Asia to Istanbul Airport from £185

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 8/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
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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 29 March 2026.

Mon 14/909:50
KUL
-
IST
1 stop32h 15m
Etihad Airways
Mon 21/914:10
IST
-
KUL
1 stop13h 15m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 24/3£345
Tue 2/621:55
KUL
-
IST
1 stop20h 10m
Etihad Airways
Tue 16/614:10
IST
-
KUL
1 stop13h 15m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 24/3£351
Wed 27/521:55
KUL
-
IST
1 stop19h 40m
Etihad Airways
Sat 13/614:10
IST
-
KUL
1 stop13h 15m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 24/3£354
Sun 10/521:55
KUL
-
IST
1 stop19h 40m
Etihad Airways
Sun 17/513:50
IST
-
KUL
1 stop13h 35m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 26/3£357
Tue 21/409:50
KUL
-
IST
1 stop33h 35m
Etihad Airways
Tue 30/614:10
IST
-
KUL
1 stop13h 15m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 27/3£360
Sun 17/521:55
KUL
-
IST
1 stop19h 40m
Etihad Airways
Tue 2/614:10
IST
-
KUL
1 stop13h 15m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 28/3£362
Sun 17/521:55
KUL
-
IST
1 stop19h 40m
Etihad Airways
Fri 29/513:50
IST
-
KUL
1 stop13h 35m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 26/3£363
Mon 25/521:55
KUL
-
IST
1 stop19h 40m
Etihad Airways
Mon 1/614:10
IST
-
KUL
1 stop13h 15m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 26/3£363
Tue 26/521:55
KUL
-
IST
1 stop19h 40m
Etihad Airways
Wed 17/614:10
IST
-
KUL
1 stop13h 15m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 24/3£365
Thu 4/609:50
KUL
-
IST
Nonstop10h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 16/616:50
IST
-
KUL
Nonstop10h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 24/3£372
Sat 25/409:50
KUL
-
IST
1 stop33h 35m
Etihad Airways
Thu 25/614:10
IST
-
KUL
1 stop13h 15m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 27/3£375
Sat 16/509:50
KUL
-
IST
1 stop31h 45m
Etihad Airways
Wed 3/614:10
IST
-
KUL
1 stop13h 15m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 28/3£376

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 29 March 2026.

Round-trip from

£345

One-way from

£185
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 14/9-21/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 45h 30m total
  • Southeast Asia to Istanbul
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 30/4
  • 1 total stop
  • 31h 45m 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 29 March 2026.
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Price

Cheapest return flight

Kuala LumpurIstanbul

KUL - IST

KULIST

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Wed 3/6

09:50-13:05

1 stop32h 15m

Istanbul

Tue 16/6

14:10-08:25

1 stop13h 15m

£365

Kuala LumpurIstanbul

KUL - IST

KULIST

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sun 7/6

09:50-13:05

1 stop32h 15m

Istanbul

Mon 15/6

14:10-19:45

1 stop24h 35m

£365

Kuala LumpurIstanbul

KUL - IST

KULIST

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sat 16/5

02:00-14:25

1 stop17h 25m

Istanbul

Wed 20/5

18:35-14:25

1 stop14h 50m

£394

BangkokIstanbul

BKK - IST

BKKIST

Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

Wed 6/5

03:15-12:35

1 stop13h 20m

Istanbul

Mon 1/6

14:10-06:45

1 stop12h 35m

£444

BangkokIstanbul

BKK - IST

BKKIST

Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

Sat 6/6

09:45-13:05

1 stop31h 20m

Istanbul

Mon 15/6

14:10-06:45

1 stop12h 35m

£444

BangkokIstanbul

BKK - IST

BKKIST

Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

Mon 11/5

07:50-08:00

3 stops28h 10m

Istanbul

Mon 18/5

11:00-12:20

2 stops21h 20m

£498

BangkokIstanbul

BKK - IST

BKKIST

Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

Tue 12/5

20:50-07:00

2 stops38h 10m

Istanbul

Tue 19/5

14:00-22:15

3 stops28h 15m

£498

BangkokIstanbul

BKK - IST

BKKIST

Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

Wed 3/6

07:50-07:00

2 stops27h 10m

Istanbul

Wed 10/6

14:00-22:15

3 stops28h 15m

£499

BangkokIstanbul

BKK - IST

BKKIST

Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

Mon 11/5

03:15-12:35

1 stop13h 20m

Istanbul

Mon 18/5

03:50-23:50

2 stops16h 00m

£526

BangkokIstanbul

BKK - IST

BKKIST

Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

Mon 27/4

09:20-02:50

2 stops21h 30m

Istanbul

Mon 4/5

13:50-06:45

1 stop12h 55m

£527

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Best time to book a flight from Southeast Asia to Istanbul

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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 £142). Flying from Southeast Asia to Istanbul Airport in October is currently the most expensive (average of £367). 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 29 March 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.

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 29 March 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.

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

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

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

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

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

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?

    Etihad Airways, Emirates, and China Eastern can get you from Southeast Asia to Istanbul Airport in just under 17h 25m. Your travel time can differ by up to 14h 50m. 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 AirAsia X. According to our data, you can fly for as low as £93. Users have also found prices from £133 and £176 on IndiGo and Turkish Airlines, 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 (83%), Thai Airways (82%) or Turkish Airlines (68%) 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 £888 for a flight from Southeast Asia to Istanbul Airport. The cheapest flight overall is £334 while the most popular route, (Kuala Lumpur Intl - Istanbul) is currently priced at £393.

  • 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 £142). Flying from Southeast Asia to Istanbul Airport in October is currently the most expensive (average of £367). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Etihad AirwaysCheapest£258Average£426FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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EmiratesCheapest£445Average£528FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Thai AirwaysCheapest£509Average£605FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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