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Flights from Istanbul to Kuala Lumpur

Prices for flights from Istanbul to Kuala Lumpur usually start at $719 for a return trip. Get more information on the route, airports, and weather below, or start the search by selecting your travel dates.
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Route details

8333 km
Distance

Flight prices to Kuala Lumpur

$719 – $719
Price range (Roundtrip)

Direct flights to Kuala Lumpur

Malaysia Airlines
Turkish Airlines

Weather now

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+91°F
Broken clouds

Airports

KUL
44km
SZB
15km

Flight prices from Istanbul to Kuala Lumpur

Typically the return flight from Istanbul to Kuala Lumpur costs about that much:
From:
Istanbul
Dubai
~$719
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$719
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Our users typically choose flights from Istanbul to Kuala Lumpur within this price range. If you come across prices over $719, they are likely to be more expensive than usual. To find cheap flights at the best price, we recommend searching early, using our flexible dates feature.
Lars
Founder, CEO
We don't have much price data on this route, so $719 is an average estimation.
If you are flexible, it’s worth using the flexible dates feature to check multiple dates. You could possibly save a lot.
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Which is the cheapest month to fly to Kuala Lumpur?

Here are approximate min and max prices for Istanbul to Kuala Lumpur flight (one-way) at the moment:
We have analyzed the prices and it seems that January might be the cheapest month to go, with approximate prices from $280 to $288. Meanwhile, the most expensive month will probably be January with a price range of $280 – $288.
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Founder, CEO
Based on our estimations, the cheapest month is likely to be January. Did you know that you can search for a whole month? Try it.
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Is Kuala Lumpur an expensive destination?

We have compared flights from Istanbul to Kuala Lumpur with other routes:
Above average
Price per kilometer: 0.09 $ / km
Flight prices to Kuala Lumpur ($719 – $719) are above average compared to other destinations.

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Direct flights from Istanbul to Kuala Lumpur

There are 2 airlines that fly directly from Istanbul to Kuala Lumpur: Malaysia Airlines, Turkish Airlines if you are departing from Istanbul. Most airlines that have direct connections are departing from Istanbul Ataturk Airport. Most airlines arrive to Kuala Lumpur International Airport. Most flights depart on Wednesday, Tuesday.

Airlines that have direct flights from Istanbul to Kuala Lumpur

Malaysia Airlines
IST
KUL
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Turkish Airlines
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KUL
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The above ratings are provided by Trustpilot.

Airlines that have connecting flights from Istanbul to Kuala Lumpur

There are 10 other airlines that fly from Istanbul to Kuala Lumpur, including Emirates, Kuwait Airways, KLM, British Airways and others.
Emirates
Kuwait Airways
KLM
British Airways
Lars
Founder, CEO
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) are your choice if you want to fly direct. Then you most likely will arrive at Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL). Pick Wednesday, Tuesday to depart when looking for a direct flight.
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Airports in Kuala Lumpur and Istanbul

Kuala Lumpur has 2 airports and Istanbul has 3 airports.
Kuala Lumpur
Istanbul
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
http://www.klia.com.my/
44 km from Kuala Lumpur city center.
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~45 Min.
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~60 Min.
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~30 Min.
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2 airlines with direct flights
Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB)
15 km from Kuala Lumpur city center.
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~15 Min.
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~40 Min.
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Which airport in Kuala Lumpur is better?

The closest airport to Kuala Lumpur city center is Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB) with 15 km distance. The quickest way to get to city center is to take a bus from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL), trip will take 60 min. Most airlines like Malaysia Airlines, Turkish Airlines with direct flights are flying to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL).
Lars
Founder, CEO
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) is usually the main choice for traveling to Kuala Lumpur. If you want to get to Kuala Lumpur faster, use the bus. The trip will take about 60 min.
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Where to stay in Kuala Lumpur

Find the right accommodation in Kuala Lumpur with Avionero:
5.1
Columbia Hotel Kuala Lumpur
Lot 6-1, 6-3, PV128, Jalan Genting Klang
24-Hour Reception • Elevator / Lift • Pet Friendly • Dry Cleaning • Luggage Storage
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Hotel Six Seasons @ Mid Valley
No 4 Lorong 1/137C Batu 5 Jalan Klang Lama
Free Wi-Fi • WiFi • 24-Hour Reception • Airport shuttle • Elevator / Lift
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Novotel Kuala Lumpur City Centre
2 Jalan Kia Peng
WiFi • Parking • 24-Hour Reception • Swimming pool • Fitness Room/Gym
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1 Hotel Taman Connaught
17 Jalan Menara Gading 1, Taman Connaught
Free Wi-Fi • WiFi • 24-Hour Reception • Hair Dryer • Luggage Storage
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Sani Hotel Kuala Lumpur
No. 63, Jalan Putra
Free Wi-Fi • WiFi • 24-Hour Reception • Airport shuttle • Elevator / Lift
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Planning a trip from Istanbul to Kuala Lumpur? Check the weather

16 Days Weather Forecast

Here’s how the weather in Kuala Lumpur looks currently:
Sun, 01 June
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+91°F
Broken clouds
3 m/s
62 %
Mon, 02 June
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+91°F
Rain
3 m/s
51 %
Tue, 03 June
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+90°F
Rain
3 m/s
56 %
Wed, 04 June
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+86°F
Rain
2 m/s
63 %
Thu, 05 June
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+90°F
Rain
2 m/s
55 %
Fri, 06 June
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+91°F
Rain
3 m/s
50 %
Sat, 07 June
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+90°F
Rain
3 m/s
51 %
Sun, 08 June
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+90°F
Rain
3 m/s
53 %
Mon, 09 June
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+86°F
Rain
2 m/s
64 %
Tue, 10 June
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+90°F
Rain
3 m/s
53 %
Wed, 11 June
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+90°F
Rain
3 m/s
53 %
Thu, 12 June
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+90°F
Rain
2 m/s
56 %
Fri, 13 June
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+91°F
Rain
2 m/s
50 %
Sat, 14 June
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+93°F
Rain
2 m/s
47 %
Sun, 15 June
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+90°F
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1 m/s
55 %
Mon, 16 June
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+91°F
Rain
3 m/s
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Monthly weather

Planning a trip and want to know what the weather in Kuala Lumpur will be like?
Still thinking when to go? Read when is the best time to visit Kuala Lumpur.

CO₂-e emission on the Istanbul – Kuala Lumpur route

Here are typical CO₂-e emissions on a return flight to Kuala Lumpur:
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From 3058 kg to 3058 kg is the approximate amount of CO₂ equivalents emitted on the Istanbul to Kuala Lumpur route. The exact figure depends on the number of stops, the type of airplane and its capacity.
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153 - 153 trees
are needed to absorb those emissions (approximation, source: Climate Neutral Group)

Offset CO2-e emission on Istanbul – Kuala Lumpur flight

To reduce your own impact from flying to Kuala Lumpur, you can also compensate for it. This means that you sponsor projects that reduce the amount of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere by the same estimated amount that your flight emits:
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FAQ

Flying from Istanbul to Kuala Lumpur? Here are some useful things to know:
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What airports does Kuala Lumpur has?
There are 2 of airports in Kuala Lumpur: Kuala Lumpur International Airport, Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport. The closest one is Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport which is 15 km away.
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How far is it to fly between Istanbul and Kuala Lumpur?
A passenger flying direct from Istanbul to Kuala Lumpur will travel around 8333 km.
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How long does it take to travel from Istanbul to Kuala Lumpur?
You should expect a flight time of around ∞h NaNm – -∞h NaNm.
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How much does it cost to fly from Istanbul to Kuala Lumpur?
The price depends on seasonality, how early you book your flight and if it is a direct or stop-over flight.
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What’s the weather like in Kuala Lumpur?
On average you could expect +79°F in January to +88°F in June. Currently, it is Broken clouds and +91°F in Kuala Lumpur.
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Is there a direct connection between Istanbul and Kuala Lumpur?
Yes, there are direct flights from Istanbul to Kuala Lumpur. You can fly to Kuala Lumpur 4 days a week: Wednesday, Tuesday, Monday, Sunday.
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Which airlines offer direct flights from Istanbul to Kuala Lumpur?
Here are the airlines that have direct connections from Istanbul to Kuala Lumpur: Malaysia Airlines, Turkish Airlines.
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About Avionero

Avionero is a Swedish travel planning startup located in Malmo, founded by Lars Kristensson and Anton Tyulenev.
Using our smart AI Search engine, we combine millions of flight, hotel, and activity options for your trip to Kuala Lumpur.
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4 things to know about Avionero:

We provide the most flexible search
We have the largest inventory of flights
We are not the sellers, but aggregators of flights, hotels & activities
We do not track you to raise prices
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