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Cheap flights from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport from £193

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 1/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
KUL — IST
6 Jun — 13 Jun1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Kuala Lumpur Intl to Istanbul are usually found in November or March, booked 80 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Sunday and return on a Thursday

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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 7 May 2026.

Wed 14/1021:55
KUL
-
IST
1 stop20h 10m
Etihad Airways
Sun 18/1014:10
IST
-
KUL
1 stop24h 35m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 4/5£364
Mon 5/1021:55
KUL
-
IST
1 stop20h 10m
Etihad Airways
Sat 10/1014:10
IST
-
KUL
1 stop13h 15m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 7/5£374
Mon 12/1021:55
KUL
-
IST
1 stop20h 10m
Etihad Airways
Mon 30/1114:00
IST
-
KUL
1 stop13h 05m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 5/5£375
Wed 19/809:50
KUL
-
IST
1 stop32h 15m
Etihad Airways
Fri 18/914:10
IST
-
KUL
1 stop24h 35m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 5/5£376
Fri 12/621:55
KUL
-
IST
1 stop19h 40m
Etihad Airways
Wed 5/814:10
IST
-
KUL
1 stop24h 35m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 4/5£379
Mon 7/909:50
KUL
-
IST
1 stop32h 15m
Etihad Airways
Fri 2/1014:10
IST
-
KUL
1 stop24h 35m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 7/5£380
Sat 17/1002:15
KUL
-
IST
1 stop17h 10m
Emirates
Thu 26/1102:00
IST
-
KUL
1 stop14h 55m
Emirates
Deal found 5/5£388
Mon 18/510:20
KUL
-
IST
1 stop12h 35m
Emirates
Wed 8/702:10
IST
-
KUL
1 stop14h 40m
Emirates
Deal found 5/5£389
Sun 17/510:20
KUL
-
IST
1 stop12h 35m
Emirates
Sun 21/602:10
IST
-
KUL
1 stop14h 40m
Emirates
Deal found 4/5£390
Thu 4/610:20
KUL
-
IST
1 stop12h 35m
Emirates
Sun 7/618:35
IST
-
KUL
1 stop33h 00m
Emirates
Deal found 4/5£391
Tue 8/1218:25
KUL
-
IST
1 stop25h 00m
Emirates
Wed 6/123:40
IST
-
KUL
1 stop17h 15m
Emirates
Deal found 4/5£393
Sat 12/909:50
KUL
-
IST
1 stop32h 15m
Etihad Airways
Wed 30/914:10
IST
-
KUL
1 stop13h 15m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 7/5£393

Find 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 7 May 2026.

Round-trip from

£364

One-way from

£193

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

November

Average price

£370

Good round-trip deal

£780 or less

Good one-way deal

£408 or less
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 14/10-18/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 44h 45m total
  • Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul
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Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 1/6
  • 1 total stop
  • 19h 40m total
  • Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (£8 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise 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 858,174 searches. Data last updated 7 May 2026.
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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Price

Cheapest return flight

Kuala LumpurIstanbul

KUL - IST

KULIST

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sun 18/10

10:20-21:35

1 stop16h 15m

Istanbul

Thu 22/10

02:10-21:50

1 stop14h 40m

£388

Kuala LumpurIstanbul

KUL - IST

KULIST

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Fri 29/5

10:20-17:55

1 stop12h 35m

Istanbul

Wed 3/6

16:25-14:25

1 stop17h 00m

£388

Kuala LumpurIstanbul

KUL - IST

KULIST

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Thu 29/10

02:40-18:40

1 stop21h 00m

Istanbul

Wed 11/11

20:10-14:40

1 stop13h 30m

£402

Kuala LumpurIstanbul

KUL - IST

KULIST

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sun 31/5

10:20-21:35

1 stop16h 15m

Istanbul

Sun 7/6

16:25-08:35

1 stop35h 10m

£432

Kuala LumpurIstanbul

KUL - IST

KULIST

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Tue 26/5

21:45-15:30

2 stops22h 45m

Istanbul

Sat 6/6

11:10-21:40

1 stop29h 30m

£452

Kuala LumpurIstanbul

KUL - IST

KULIST

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Thu 21/5

23:05-07:20

2 stops37h 15m

Istanbul

Mon 1/6

17:00-21:40

1 stop23h 40m

£502

Kuala LumpurIstanbul

KUL - IST

KULIST

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Fri 22/5

10:10-07:20

1 stop26h 10m

Istanbul

Fri 5/6

11:10-21:55

2 stops29h 45m

£504

Kuala LumpurIstanbul

KUL - IST

KULIST

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sun 31/5

19:40-15:30

1 stop24h 50m

Istanbul

Sun 7/6

11:10-15:00

2 stops22h 50m

£608

Kuala LumpurIstanbul

KUL - IST

KULIST

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Fri 22/5

15:40-07:00

2 stops20h 20m

Istanbul

Tue 2/6

14:00-14:40

3 stops43h 40m

£620
Fastest return journey

Kuala LumpurIstanbul

KUL - IST

KULIST

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sun 13/9

09:50-15:40

Nonstop10h 50m

Istanbul

Sun 27/9

16:50-08:10

Nonstop10h 20m

£677

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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?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport, you should look to book at least 79 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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 £360). Flying from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of £507). 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 7 May 2026.

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

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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 7 May 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates,Qatar Airways, andTurkish Airlines from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,570 reviews
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Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

GLA - DXB

Being disabled i feel they made an extra effort to accommodate me especially as I had adjoining flights
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,570 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,570 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

GLA - DXB

Being disabled i feel they made an extra effort to accommodate me especially as I had adjoining flights
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,728 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,570 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

GLA - DXB

Being disabled i feel they made an extra effort to accommodate me especially as I had adjoining flights
Turkish Airlines
7.4
Good
4,356 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,570 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

GLA - DXB

Being disabled i feel they made an extra effort to accommodate me especially as I had adjoining flights
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,434 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,570 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

GLA - DXB

Being disabled i feel they made an extra effort to accommodate me especially as I had adjoining flights
AirAsia X
6.4
Okay
47 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,570 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

GLA - DXB

Being disabled i feel they made an extra effort to accommodate me especially as I had adjoining flights

Related info for your journey

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  • How long is the flight from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport?

    Airlines like Emirates and Qatar Airways fly from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport in about 12h 35m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 8h 25m. There are 5208 mi between Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport and Istanbul Airport. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport round-trip from £182. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Etihad Airways, from £331, and Qatar Airways, from £336. AirAsia X is priced at 54% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with AirAsia X, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at £91. Turkish Airlines flights start at £172 while deals on Qatar Airways start at £194 one-way.

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    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport on time: Batik Air (72%), Icelandair (50%), Malaysia Airlines (39%).

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

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport? While on average our users pay £927, our data indicates the cheapest price to be £348. The most popular route (Kuala Lumpur Intl - Istanbul), is priced around £383.

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  • 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 £360). Flying from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of £507). 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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AirAsia XCheapest£182Average£353FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest£331Average£364FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest£336Average£434FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest£337Average£373FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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SAUDIACheapest£354Average£427FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time86%
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EmiratesCheapest£358Average£397FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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