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Flight deals from Istanbul to Kuala Lumpur

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Istanbul Airport to Kuala Lumpur? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from Rs166,844. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Kuala Lumpur.Rs85,939 per passenger.Departing Wed, 2 Sep.One-way flight with Air Arabia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Istanbul on Wed, 2 Sep, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs85,939, select.
Kuala Lumpur.Rs86,004 per passenger.Departing Tue, 18 Aug.One-way flight with Air Arabia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Istanbul on Tue, 18 Aug, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs86,004, select.
Kuala Lumpur.Rs87,365 per passenger.Departing Thu, 11 Jun.One-way flight with Air Arabia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Istanbul on Thu, 11 Jun, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs87,365, select.
Kuala Lumpur.Rs88,302 per passenger.Departing Thu, 12 Nov.One-way flight with Air Arabia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Istanbul on Thu, 12 Nov, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs88,302, select.
Kuala Lumpur.Rs88,625 per passenger.Departing Thu, 22 Oct.One-way flight with Air Arabia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Istanbul on Thu, 22 Oct, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs88,625, select.
Kuala Lumpur.Rs89,019 per passenger.Departing Fri, 15 Jan.One-way flight with Air Arabia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Istanbul on Fri, 15 Jan, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs89,019, select.
Kuala Lumpur.Rs89,740 per passenger.Departing Wed, 2 Dec.One-way flight with Air Arabia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Istanbul on Wed, 2 Dec, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs89,740, select.
Kuala Lumpur.Rs89,740 per passenger.Departing Wed, 10 Mar.One-way flight with Air Arabia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Istanbul on Wed, 10 Mar, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs89,740, select.
Kuala Lumpur.Rs89,740 per passenger.Departing Wed, 3 Feb.One-way flight with Air Arabia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Istanbul on Wed, 3 Feb, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs89,740, select.
Kuala Lumpur.Rs95,467 per passenger.Departing Mon, 6 Jul.One-way flight with Turkmenistan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkmenistan Airlines, departs from Istanbul on Mon, 6 Jul, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs95,467, select.
Kuala Lumpur.Rs106,572 per passenger.Departing Wed, 21 Apr.One-way flight with Oman Air.Outbound indirect flight with Oman Air, departs from Istanbul on Wed, 21 Apr, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs106,572, select.
Kuala Lumpur.Rs126,238 per passenger.Departing Wed, 5 May.One-way flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Istanbul on Wed, 5 May, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs126,238, select.
Kuala Lumpur.Rs169,510 per passenger.Departing Tue, 23 Jun.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Istanbul on Tue, 23 Jun, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs169,510, select.
Kuala Lumpur.Rs169,662 per passenger.Departing Thu, 26 Nov.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Istanbul on Thu, 26 Nov, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs169,662, select.
Kuala Lumpur.Rs170,715 per passenger.Departing Fri, 26 Feb.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Istanbul on Fri, 26 Feb, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs170,715, select.
Kuala Lumpur.Rs170,715 per passenger.Departing Thu, 27 Aug.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Istanbul on Thu, 27 Aug, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs170,715, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Kuala Lumpur

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Istanbul to Kuala Lumpur flights are currently cheapest in September.
Jun
from Rs87,365
Jul
from Rs95,467
Aug
from Rs86,004
Sep
from Rs85,939
Oct
from Rs88,625
Nov
from Rs88,302
Dec
from Rs89,740
Jan
from Rs89,019
Feb
from Rs89,740
Mar
from Rs89,740
Apr
from Rs106,572
May
from Rs126,238

Direct flights from Istanbul to Kuala Lumpur

Alternative Istanbul to Kuala Lumpur routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Istanbul to Kuala Lumpur? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Kuala Lumpur Sultan Abdul Azziz Shah

18km from central Kuala Lumpur
Closest
from Rs102,981
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Kuala Lumpur International

46km from central Kuala Lumpur
Cheapest
from Rs85,939
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Istanbul to Kuala Lumpur: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundRs85,939
Cheapest month to flySeptember
Average flight time10 hrs, 25 mins
Most popular airlineTurkish Airlines
Average flights per week43

Finding cheap flights from Istanbul to Kuala Lumpur: Frequently asked questions

There are 2 airports in Kuala Lumpur: Kuala Lumpur Sultan Abdul Azziz Shah and Kuala Lumpur International.
The best price we found for a return flight from Istanbul to Kuala Lumpur is Rs144,007. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
10 hours and 25 minutes is the average flight time from Istanbul to Kuala Lumpur.
Turkish Airlines, BatikAir Malaysia and Malaysia Airlines fly direct from Istanbul to Kuala Lumpur.
As of June 2026, there are 86 flights per week flying from Istanbul to Kuala Lumpur.
The cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Kuala Lumpur is usually June.
If you're flying from Istanbul Airport, the cheapest airport near Kuala Lumpur is Kuala Lumpur International – which is 45.8 km away from the centre of Kuala Lumpur. We've found flights into this airport from Rs144,007.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Istanbul Airport to Kuala Lumpur on Sunday, 21 June 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 10 hours and 25 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Kuala Lumpur but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Kuala Lumpur is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In June, the average temperature is usually around 26°C. May is typically the warmest month in Kuala Lumpur, when it usually averages around 29°C. You can expect the least rain in June. The coldest month is December, with temperatures averaging 23°C. The rainiest month is November.
Currently, Air China and Turkish Airlines offer the cheapest flight tickets to Kuala Lumpur.

Travelling from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Kuala Lumpur: what you need to know

  • Expect to be in the air for 11 hours 5 minutes. That's the average time for a direct flight from Istanbul Airport to Kuala Lumpur.

  • Kuala Lumpur is five hours ahead of Istanbul, where Istanbul Airport is located. Kuala Lumpur observes the UTC+8 timezone.

  • The most popular route is from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL). Take your pick of 19 services every week between these two airports. If you'd like to get on your way as soon as possible, the earliest flight from IST to KUL is the 01:40 Turkish Airlines option. If you prefer travelling later, the final departure is at 18:00 with Turkish Airlines.

  • Leave enough time to catch your IST to Kuala Lumpur flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.

  • Direct Istanbul Airport to Kuala Lumpur tickets are available for booking. Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) is where you'll arrive.

  • Turkish Airlines is a well-known airline that offers direct flights from Istanbul Airport to Kuala Lumpur.

  • Consider adding a stopover to potentially unlock a cheaper plane ticket from IST to Kuala Lumpur. All you need to do is deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these airports:

    • Singapore Changi Airport (SIN)

    • Doha Hamad International Airport (DOH)

    • Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport (AUH)

  • The journey from central Istanbul to IST takes about 1 hour 10 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 32 kilometres in 45 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.

  • Have an early flight from Istanbul Airport to Kuala Lumpur? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays close to IST:

How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Kuala Lumpur

  • Rs85,939 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Istanbul Airport to Kuala Lumpur flight. A return ticket right now is Rs144,007. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares may change.

  • To snag cheap flights from IST to Kuala Lumpur, book your trip ten months before your departure date.

  • March is the best month for nabbing a fantastic deal on Istanbul Airport to Kuala Lumpur tickets. If you'd like to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.

  • There's no need to check back constantly to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as there's an even better deal on cheap flights from IST to Kuala Lumpur.

  • Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Istanbul Airport to Kuala Lumpur.

Airports in Kuala Lumpur

Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)

  • Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to central Kuala Lumpur takes about 55 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 56 kilometres away.

  • It'll take around 40 minutes to get there using public transport.

  • Consider staying in a hotel near KUL if you're coming in on a late flight from Istanbul Airport to Kuala Lumpur. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer:

  • Booking your vehicle from Kuala Lumpur International Airport about four weeks before your flight from IST to Kuala Lumpur can help you lock in the lowest rate.

Subang Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB)

  • After your flight from Istanbul Airport to Kuala Lumpur has hit the runway, you can make your way to the city centre in around 30 minutes by car. Central Kuala Lumpur is roughly 19 kilometres from Subang Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB).

  • If you choose to travel on public transport, the journey will take you 45 minutes or so.

  • Following your IST to Kuala Lumpur flight, unwind at a hotel near SZB. These are some great options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:

  • Score the best price by reserving your ride from SZB one week in advance. You can also expect to have a wider selection of vehicles.

Best time to go to Kuala Lumpur

  • It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Istanbul Airport to Kuala Lumpur. August is the busiest month for a trip to Kuala Lumpur. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in December.

  • When booking your Istanbul Airport to Kuala Lumpur plane ticket, think about the kind of weather you prefer. March is the warmest month in Kuala Lumpur, with temperatures ranging from 21ºC to 33ºC.

  • January has average temperatures of between 21ºC and 32ºC. Search for a cheap ticket from IST to Kuala Lumpur around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.

More about Kuala Lumpur

  • When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Kuala Lumpur right here. Check out these hotels after locking in your flight from Istanbul Airport to Kuala Lumpur:

  • Sky Terrace KL Tower and Petronas Twin Towers are just a couple of the top-rated attractions to add to your Kuala Lumpur must-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Warisan Merdeka Tower.

Explore more of Malaysia

  • Kota Bharu is just one of the many places in Malaysia waiting to be explored after you've experienced Kuala Lumpur. Around 338 kilometres away to the north, check out popular attractions including Istana Negeri Kelantan, Museum Of Islamic Culture and Siti Khadijah Market.

  • If you want to check out another major stop in Malaysia, head for Johor Bahru, roughly 290 kilometres southeast of Kuala Lumpur. Raja Maha Mariamman Temple, Grand Palace Park (Istana Besar) and Zaharah Botanic Gardens are among the biggest draws.

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