Travelling from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL): what you need to know
Around 10 hours 25 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Istanbul Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport.
Kuala Lumpur is five hours ahead of Istanbul and observes the UTC+8 timezone.
Each week, there are 19 Istanbul Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport flights. If you'd like to be on board as soon as possible, go for the 01:40 Turkish Airlines flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before flying, the last flight is at 18:00 with Turkish Airlines.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your IST to KUL flight.
During popular months such as August, it's best to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
Turkish Airlines has direct flights from Istanbul Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to check out the sights in Kuala Lumpur — and maybe even more of Malaysia if you have time.
Turkish Airlines is the top choice for travellers on this route.
If you'd like to include a stop along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Istanbul Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between IST and KUL:
Singapore Changi Airport
Hamad International Airport
Zayed International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Istanbul Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport flight is Rs82,719. A round-trip fare right now is Rs138,053. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Book ten months before your departure date. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from IST to KUL.
Organise your trip for March. That's the cheapest month for flights from Istanbul Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.
Picking up cheap flights from IST to KUL is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when there's a better deal.
Select your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Istanbul Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport.
Handy information about Istanbul Airport (IST)
Istanbul Airport is about 40 kilometres from central Istanbul. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take you 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The trip on public transport usually takes 1 hour 10 minutes.
Get your trip off to a stress-free start by staying near IST. Whether you have an early flight from Istanbul Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
If you have a late Istanbul Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be resting soon after at one of these options near KUL:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Kuala Lumpur International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from ASIA CAR, Paradise or GoSoCar and experience the lesser-explored corners of Kuala Lumpur and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your ride from Kuala Lumpur International Airport about four weeks ahead.
When to fly to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
The quietest month for a flight from Istanbul Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport is March, while July is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Kuala Lumpur based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
When booking your flight from Istanbul Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. March is the warmest month in Kuala Lumpur, with temperatures ranging from 21ºC to 33ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from IST to KUL in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 21ºC and 32ºC on average.
Explore more of Malaysia
Kuala Lumpur has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Malaysia just waiting to be discovered. Around 338 kilometres north of Kuala Lumpur, a visit to Kota Bharu will keep you on the move. Start with attractions like Istana Negeri Kelantan, Museum Of Islamic Culture and Siti Khadijah Market.



