Cheap flights to Istanbul

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Flights to Istanbul in 2023

Find the latest flights to Istanbul in 2023, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 359,393 searches and data was last updated on 29 November 2023.

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

RM 3,171

Return from

RM 2,087

One-way from

RM 1,200
High demand for flights, 2% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 1% potential price drop
Average for return flights in November 2023
From Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul
One-way flight from Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul

When is the best time to fly to Istanbul?

Learn the optimal time to secure your flight to Istanbul, maximising your chances of finding the best prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 359,393 searches and data was last updated on 29 November 2023.

KUL - IST

Price

RM 2,933 - RM 3,870

IST

Temperature

5 - 23 °C

IST

Rainfall

10 - 100 mm

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight to Istanbul (average of RM 628). Flying to Istanbul in August will prove the most costly (average of RM 746). There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.

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 29 November 2023.
Read through reviews of airlines servicing Istanbul, such as SAUDIA, Salam Air and Etihad Airways. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
9.3
Wonderful
9 reviews

Entertainment

9.1

Crew

9.7

Boarding

9.5

Food

9.5

Overall

9.3

Comfort

9.3

Reviews

1 / 1

Pros: Flight arrived when it should

Cons: the seating space is incredibly small, which made the flight uncomfortable

9.3
Wonderful
9 reviews
9.3
Wonderful
9 reviews

Entertainment

9.1

Crew

9.7

Boarding

9.5

Food

9.5

Overall

9.3

Comfort

9.3

Reviews

1 / 1

Pros: Flight arrived when it should

Cons: the seating space is incredibly small, which made the flight uncomfortable

8.4
Very Good
15 reviews
9.3
Wonderful
9 reviews

Entertainment

9.1

Crew

9.7

Boarding

9.5

Food

9.5

Overall

9.3

Comfort

9.3

Reviews

1 / 1

Pros: Flight arrived when it should

Cons: the seating space is incredibly small, which made the flight uncomfortable

8.1
Very Good
341 reviews
9.3
Wonderful
9 reviews

Entertainment

9.1

Crew

9.7

Boarding

9.5

Food

9.5

Overall

9.3

Comfort

9.3

Reviews

1 / 1

Pros: Flight arrived when it should

Cons: the seating space is incredibly small, which made the flight uncomfortable

7.9
Good
1,316 reviews
9.3
Wonderful
9 reviews

Entertainment

9.1

Crew

9.7

Boarding

9.5

Food

9.5

Overall

9.3

Comfort

9.3

Reviews

1 / 1

Pros: Flight arrived when it should

Cons: the seating space is incredibly small, which made the flight uncomfortable

What is the cheapest month to fly to Istanbul?

Discover the most budget-friendly month to fly to Istanbul. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 359,393 searches and data was last updated on 29 November 2023.

January

RM 3,161

February

RM 3,063

March

RM 3,096

April

RM 3,161

May

RM 3,087

June

RM 3,185

July

RM 3,456

August

RM 3,484

September

RM 3,049

October

RM 3,003

November

RM 2,933

December

RM 3,274

Currently, the cheapest month for flights to Istanbul is November. The most expensive month for flights is August. The cheapest prices are shown above but prices will vary according to departure times, airlines, class and how early you book.

When is the best time to book a flight to Istanbul?

The price you pay for your flight to Istanbul may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 36 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

Cheap flights to Istanbul are a snip since low-cost giant easyJet has injected some competition into the London-Istanbul route. The city’s location is dramatic. Perched on the Bosphorus Strait, half is in Europe, half in Asia. Istanbul’s glorious imperial history includes stints as the capital city of four empires – Roman, Byzantine, Latin and Ottoman.

Istanbul’s rich cultural heritage is apparent in the cobbled stones of the vast Grand Bazaar that hubbubs with the sounds of traders and tourists, in the Aya Sofya (Church of the Holy Wisdom, also known by Haghia Sophia, its Greek name), and in the Topkapi Palace (Topkapi Sarayi), the official residence of the Ottoman Sultans for more than 400 years.

Turkish food is magnificent, faves are testi kebab, mercimek corbasi (red lentil soup), kofte (meatballs), imam bayildi (an eggplant and tomato dish, the name of which translates as “the priest wept” to represent its sheer deliciousness), borek (a pastry of which there are hundreds of varieties) and baklava.

Of course, no trip to Istanbul could be complete without a visit to a traditional hamam (bathhouse) or a ferry trip from Eminönü (Europe) to Anadolu Kavagi (Asia).

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Istanbul climate

Hot in summer, Istanbul’s daytime temperatures are often in the high-20s (Celsius). July and August are the hottest months with the least amount of humidity and rainfall. December and January temperatures are typically in the very low single digits, but seem colder because this is also the most humid time of year. Heavy snowfalls are not unusual during the winter. Spring and autumn are the nicest times to visit with temperatures in the teens and 20s.The yearly rainfall is about 66cm (26in), and most of it falls between November and February.

Getting around Istanbul

There are a lot of ways of getting around Istanbul, but the best way to explore is on foot. If walking isn’t your thing, you can always get a rechargeable Akbil transit pass, which you can buy at special kiosks and offers discounted fares on the local buses, trams, metro lines and ferries. 

Ferries and catamarans will provide great views as you float along the Golden Horn or cruise up the Bosphorus. 

Buses go all over the city, but are usually slow and crowded. Take note that you need to buy bus tickets from ticket stands before boarding. 

The metro is a good way to avoid traffic jams, and trams provide some great views of the city. 

Like many cities, public transport is crowded during rush hours. Ride in comfort by hailing a dolmus (shared minibus taxi) along its route, or picking it up at a dolmus stand. These shared minibuses cost less than regular taxis. When you board you should always give the driver your destination and ask what the cost will be. 

If you have your hotel call for a private yellow taxi, make sure the meter is running before you leave.

What is good to know if travelling to Istanbul?

  • Istanbul is a bustling, busy city. If you feel like a break – and want to experience the “two continents” aspect of the city – take a ferry ride along the Bosphorus River. The boat stops at points on both the European and Asian side as it makes its way to the Black Sea. It is a relaxing way of seeing many of the best architectural sites in the city.
  • Despite most tourist’s beliefs, shopping doesn’t begin and end with the Grand Bazaar. Head for Bagdat Caddesi, one of the most upmarket streets in the city, for some expensive (window) shopping. The street is on the Asian side of the city. To get there from the European side, take a ferry to Kadikoy and continue on a dolmus.
  • If you want a view of the city from on high, head to the Galata Tower. A huge stone circular landmark, it was the lookout in the city walls of the Genoese town of Galata. The panorama lookout at the top is open from 9am to 5pm daily, or to 7pm during the summer. It costs a few dollars. There is also a restaurant and nightclub at the top of the tower.
  • Arrive thirsty – everywhere you go you will be offered tea or coffee. Though Turkish coffee, the distinctive, slightly bitter, dark blend, is better known throughout the world, in fact tea is the drink that prevails through most of the day. If you’re shopping in a bazaar or just looking, you’ll almost certainly be offered a cup of tea. Though not rude to refuse the offer, accepting (with a caveat of “I’m not going to buy anything” if necessary) is much more friendly. All tea is served in a glass cup. Especially popular with tourists is apple tea, called elma cai.
  • Even if you didn’t plan to buy one, you may well leave Istanbul with a carpet packed into your suitcase. If you want to buy the traditional kilim, however, it is better to leave the city – especially the Grand Bazaar – to the rest of the tourists and head for the small nearby towns in the countryside where the carpets are made.

When is the best time to fly to Istanbul?

Peak Season: Istanbul’s tourist season runs from April to the end of October. July and August are the busiest months. If you plan on visiting during these months, it’s recommended to search for Turkey flights far in advance. Off Season: The chill and wetness of winter fends off most visitors, but you will find fewer crowds and lower hotel rates. Shoulder Season: The shoulder seasons of April through June and September through October have mild weather, fewer tourists, and slightly lower hotel prices.

What does IST mean?

This is defined as Istanbul Airport (IST). Codes like IST are often used to just call airports uniquely. Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport (SAW), Bursa Yenişehir Airport (YEI), İzmit Cengiz Topel Airport (KCO), Tekirdag Corlu Airport (TEQ) are other airports near this flight destination and their unique identifiers/IATA codes.

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