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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Istanbul to Kuala Lumpur? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Kuala Lumpur.£283 per passenger.Departing Sat, 30 Aug, returning Wed, 17 Sep.Return flight with Oman Air.Outbound indirect flight with Oman Air, departs from Istanbul on Sat, 30 Aug, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Inbound indirect flight with Oman Air, departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Wed, 17 Sep, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From £283, select.
Sat, 30 AugIST - KUL with Oman Air
1 stop
Wed, 17 SepKUL - IST with Oman Air
1 stop
from £283
Kuala Lumpur.£283 per passenger.Departing Mon, 30 Mar, returning Tue, 28 Apr.Return flight with Oman Air.Outbound indirect flight with Oman Air, departs from Istanbul on Mon, 30 Mar, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Inbound indirect flight with Oman Air, departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Tue, 28 Apr, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From £283, select.
Mon, 30 MarIST - KUL with Oman Air
1 stop
Tue, 28 AprKUL - IST with Oman Air
1 stop
from £283
Kuala Lumpur.£283 per passenger.Departing Fri, 26 Sep, returning Sun, 5 Oct.Return flight with Oman Air.Outbound indirect flight with Oman Air, departs from Istanbul on Fri, 26 Sep, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Inbound indirect flight with Oman Air, departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Sun, 5 Oct, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From £283, select.
Fri, 26 SepIST - KUL with Oman Air
1 stop
Sun, 5 OctKUL - IST with Oman Air
1 stop
from £283
Kuala Lumpur.£289 per passenger.Departing Tue, 7 Apr, returning Tue, 21 Apr.Return flight with Oman Air.Outbound indirect flight with Oman Air, departs from Istanbul on Tue, 7 Apr, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Inbound indirect flight with Oman Air, departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Tue, 21 Apr, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From £289, select.
Tue, 7 AprIST - KUL with Oman Air
1 stop
Tue, 21 AprKUL - IST with Oman Air
1 stop
from £289
Kuala Lumpur.£290 per passenger.Departing Fri, 16 Jan, returning Sun, 1 Feb.Return flight with Oman Air.Outbound indirect flight with Oman Air, departs from Istanbul on Fri, 16 Jan, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Inbound indirect flight with Oman Air, departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Sun, 1 Feb, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From £290, select.
Fri, 16 JanIST - KUL with Oman Air
1 stop
Sun, 1 FebKUL - IST with Oman Air
1 stop
from £290
Kuala Lumpur.£295 per passenger.Departing Wed, 3 Sep, returning Sun, 7 Sep.Return flight with Oman Air.Outbound indirect flight with Oman Air, departs from Istanbul on Wed, 3 Sep, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Inbound indirect flight with Oman Air, departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Sun, 7 Sep, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From £295, select.
Wed, 3 SepIST - KUL with Oman Air
1 stop
Sun, 7 SepKUL - IST with Oman Air
1 stop
from £295
Kuala Lumpur.£296 per passenger.Departing Fri, 14 Nov, returning Mon, 1 Dec.Return flight with Oman Air.Outbound indirect flight with Oman Air, departs from Istanbul on Fri, 14 Nov, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Inbound indirect flight with Oman Air, departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Mon, 1 Dec, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From £296, select.
Fri, 14 NovIST - KUL with Oman Air
1 stop
Mon, 1 DecKUL - IST with Oman Air
1 stop
from £296
Kuala Lumpur.£296 per passenger.Departing Tue, 21 Oct, returning Mon, 3 Nov.Return flight with Oman Air.Outbound indirect flight with Oman Air, departs from Istanbul on Tue, 21 Oct, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Inbound indirect flight with Oman Air, departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Mon, 3 Nov, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From £296, select.
Tue, 21 OctIST - KUL with Oman Air
1 stop
Mon, 3 NovKUL - IST with Oman Air
1 stop
from £296
How did we find these deals? The deals you see here are the lowest prices for flight tickets from Istanbul to Kuala Lumpur found in the last 4 days, and are subject to change and availability.

The cheapest month to fly from Istanbul Airport to Kuala Lumpur

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, to help you find the lowest one in seconds. Check out the Istanbul Airport to Kuala Lumpur flight prices forecast over the next 12 months.
Jun
from £338
Jul
from £376
Aug
from £330
Sep
from £295
Oct
from £296
Nov
from £296
Dec
from £311
Jan
from £298
Feb
from £298
Mar
from £296
Apr
from £289
May
from £329
Cheapest month:April
Most expensive month:July

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.

Istanbul to Kuala Lumpur: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found£283
Cheapest month to flyMarch
Average flight time10 hrs, 18 mins
Most popular airlineTurkish Airlines
Average flights per week31

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 £283. 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 18 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 2025, there are 37 flights per week flying from Istanbul to Kuala Lumpur.
The cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Kuala Lumpur is usually June 2025.
If you're flying from Istanbul Airport, the cheapest airport near Kuala Lumpur is Kuala Lumpur International – which is 28.5 miles away from the centre of Kuala Lumpur. We've found flights into this airport from £283.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Istanbul Airport to Kuala Lumpur on Monday, 30 March 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 10 hours and 18 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, Oman Air and Turkish Airlines offer the cheapest flight tickets to Kuala Lumpur.

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

  • Expect to be travelling for 11 hours. On average, that's the time it takes for a direct flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Kuala Lumpur.

  • The timezone in Kuala Lumpur is UTC+8. The city is five hours ahead of Istanbul, where Istanbul Ataturk Airport is located.

  • Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) is the most popular route, with 18 weekly flights to choose from. If you prefer starting your day later, the last flight from IST to KUL is with Turkish Airlines at 18:00. Go for the first departure operated by Turkish Airlines at 01:40 if you want to get on your way earlier.

  • Leave enough time to make your IST to Kuala Lumpur flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Longer lines at security and check-in are likely if you're flying during high season, so give yourself even more breathing space. A good general rule for peak periods? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.

  • You can book a direct Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Kuala Lumpur ticket. Start your trip at IST and land at Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL).

  • Turkish Airlines is a popular carrier that operates direct flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Kuala Lumpur.

  • We make it easy to book plane tickets from IST to Kuala Lumpur with a stopover. To see the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Well-traveled stopover hubs include:

    • Changi International Airport (SIN)

    • Hamad International Airport (DOH)

    • Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)

  • Located around 20 miles from the centre of Istanbul, IST can be reached in about 50 minutes by car, depending on traffic. Travelling on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 45 minutes.

  • Have an early flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Kuala Lumpur? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near IST:

    • Khavi Airport Apart

    • Yotelair Istanbul Airport (Airside)

    • Private Room in Istanbul #33

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

  • £178 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Kuala Lumpur flight. A return ticket right now is £283. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares can change.

  • Get cheap flights from IST to Kuala Lumpur by booking 11 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the best time for picking up a bargain.

  • The best month for scoring cheap Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Kuala Lumpur tickets is March. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then select the dates that offer the biggest savings.

  • There's no need to keep checking in to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's an even bigger deal on cheap flights from IST to Kuala Lumpur.

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

Airports in Kuala Lumpur

Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)

  • Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) is around 40 miles from central Kuala Lumpur. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.

  • When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour.

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

    • Sama Sama Hotel Klia

    • Sama-Sama Hotel Kuala Lumpur International Airport

    • Tune Hotel Klia Aeropolis (Airport Hotel)

  • Hit the road running by picking up a Kuala Lumpur International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from ASIA CAR, Paradise or GoSoCar and explore beyond Kuala Lumpur's main sights.

  • To secure the lowest price, reserve your ride from Kuala Lumpur International Airport around four weeks in advance of your flight from IST to Kuala Lumpur.

Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB)

  • Central Kuala Lumpur is around 15 miles from Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB). Once your flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Kuala Lumpur has landed and you've navigated your way to arrivals, expect a drive of about 25 minutes.

  • If you travel by public transport, the ride to the centre will take you 1 hour 30 minutes or so.

  • After stepping off your IST to Kuala Lumpur flight, kick back at a hotel close to SZB. These are some great options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:

    • Mercure Kuala Lumpur Glenmarie

    • OYO 876 Hotel Sanctuary

    • Acappella Suite Hotel, Shah Alam

  • Sixt, WAHDAH and Agtran make collecting a Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport rental car easy and quick. These companies are located in or around the terminal and will have you on the road before long.

  • Avoid last-minute price surges. Booking your ride one week before your arrival at SZB will save you money.

Best time to go to Kuala Lumpur

  • Visit Kuala Lumpur during peak season if you prefer a busy atmosphere, but remember that prices are usually higher. Alternatively, book flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Kuala Lumpur in the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's not as busy.

  • Book an Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Kuala Lumpur plane ticket with a departure in March if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 21ºC (70ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).

  • If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from IST to Kuala Lumpur in January when temperatures average between 21ºC (70ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).

More about Kuala Lumpur

  • When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Kuala Lumpur right here. Check out these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Kuala Lumpur:

    • Travelodge Chinatown Kuala Lumpur

    • Fki International Hotel

    • PARKROYAL Serviced Suites Kuala Lumpur

  • There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be difficult to know where to start. Merdeka Square, Petronas Twin Towers and Central Market Cultural Performances are major attractions which should feature on any good Kuala Lumpur itinerary.

Explore more of Malaysia

  • Kota Bharu is just one of the many places in Malaysia waiting to be discovered after you've seen Kuala Lumpur. Around 210 miles away to the north, top sights here include Pantai Cahaya Bulan, Siti Khadijah Market and Handicraft Village and Craft Museum, Kelantan.

  • Johor Bahru is another must-experience destination in Malaysia and is around 180 miles south-east of Kuala Lumpur. No trip is complete without dropping by Sultan Abu Bakar State Mosque, Popular Book Store at Johor Bahru City Square and Danga Bay.

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