Question 1

How often are flights from Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul delayed?

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About 17% of weekly flights between Kuala Lumpur and Istanbul have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 114 minutes. Find deals

Question 2

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

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Sunday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Saturday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week. Find deals

Question 3

What is the most punctual flight time for Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul flights?

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Historically, flights departing in the early afternoon are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the morning tend to experience delays more often. Find deals

Question 4

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul flights?

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Over the past year, Turkish Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 16% of flights being delayed. Find deals

Question 5

How long is the flight from Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul?

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Airlines like AirAsia X, Air Arabia, and Emirates fly from Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul in about 11h 30m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 6h 30m. Airlines will cover a distance of 8328 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

Question 6

What are the cheapest airlines flying from Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul round-trip?

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Turkish Airlines, at RM 230, was found to be the cheapest airline from Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include AirAsia X and Air Arabia. Turkish Airlines is currently priced 89% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

Question 7

What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul one-way?

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The cheapest airline one-way is AirAsia X, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as RM 466. However, be on the lookout for offers from Etihad Airways and Qatar Airways, as they are both options that can get you from Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul for a low price.

Question 8

How far ahead should I book a flight from Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul?

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The price you pay for your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 82 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

Question 9

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul?

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Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul (average of RM 747). Flying from Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul in August is currently the most expensive (average of RM 2,008). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

Question 10

Weekly flight availability from Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul

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The most flights from MY1 to TR5 are scheduled on a Monday (8 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (5 on average).

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In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Istanbul ranges from 10.0 - 100.0 inches per month. December is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 100.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit Istanbul when rainfall is around 10.0 mm.

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If weather is an important factor for your trip to Istanbul, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 23.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 5.0 C).

Question 13

What are the most popular routes from Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul?

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The most popular route from Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul is Kuala Lumpur Intl - Istanbul. You may also consider Kuala Lumpur Intl - Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen or Kuala Lumpur Subang - Istanbul.

Question 14

What are the cheapest flights from Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul?

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On average you can expect to pay RM 5,394 for a flight from Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul. The cheapest flight overall is RM 1,141 while the most popular route, (Kuala Lumpur Intl - Istanbul) is currently priced at RM 1,636.

Question 15

What are the most reliable airlines from Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul?

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No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul consider choosing Malaysia Airlines(75%), Icelandair(75%) or Batik Air(73%), as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

Question 16

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul?

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The most popular airlines flying from Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul are Emirates, Turkish Airlines and Etihad Airways. Something to consider prior to booking your flight.

Question 17

Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul?

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Most of the time, Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul flights that have stopovers will stop in Dubai. Dubai is followed by Abu Dhabi in terms of the most popular stopover location on flights from Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul. Doha ranks third in terms of the most popular layover location on Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul flights.

Question 18

Where are the least popular stopover locations for Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul flights?

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Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul flights have a stopover in Muscat the least frequently. Sharjah is the second least popular location for stopovers on flights from Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul. Shanghai sees the third fewest flights with stopovers for the Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul route.

Question 19

What are some popular things to do or see while on a stopover in Dubai?

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The majority of Dubai visitors spend their time at LEGOLAND Dubai, Dubai Mall, and Gold Souq. Those on a stopover in Dubai interested in visiting LEGOLAND Dubai, Dubai Mall, or Gold Souq can do so by traveling 51.6 km, 10.5 km, and 6.8 km, respectively from Dubai Intl.

Question 20

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from KUL to IST?

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Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul as you normally would.

Question 21

Can I find deals for flights from Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul that include hotel bookings?

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Yes. In addition to deals on Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

Question 22

How can I find direct flights from Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul?

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After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul.

Question 23

Can I find deals for business class flights from Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul?

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Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

Question 24

How does Cheapflights help users find flights from Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul?

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900+ travel sites are searched through when a user searches for a flight using Cheapflights. From the search interface, users can use filters to choose airlines, airports, flight times, cabin classes and more to their preference. Book your flight to Istanbul from Kuala Lumpur today with Cheapflights!

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Why should you use Cheapflights to find cheap flight tickets from Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul?

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Millions of users choose and trust Cheapflights to book the best flight deals from Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul for free. We help you search and compare prices from hundreds of airlines for the right flight just for you.

Question 26

Can Cheapflights find flights from Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul with no change fees?

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Yes, we can. To see specific flights from Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul with no change fees, users can toggle flexible booking options after using the search form above to find flights.

Question 27

Can Cheapflights notify me if prices for flights from Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul become cheaper?

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Round-trip from	RM 1,636
One-way from	RM 771
Popular in	August
Cheapest in	November
Average price	RM 2,087

Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
Turkish Airlines	CheapestRM 230	AverageRM 2,001	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time77%	Search Turkish Airlines flights
AirAsia X	CheapestRM 816	AverageRM 1,635	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time66%	Search AirAsia X flights
Air Arabia	CheapestRM 1,278	AverageRM 1,930	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time79%	Search Air Arabia flights
China Southern	CheapestRM 1,582	AverageRM 1,774	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%	Search China Southern flights
Oman Air	CheapestRM 1,585	AverageRM 1,991	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time76%	Search Oman Air flights
SAUDIA	CheapestRM 1,747	AverageRM 2,096	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time86%	Search SAUDIA flights
Etihad Airways	CheapestRM 1,755	AverageRM 1,961	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%	Search Etihad Airways flights
Qatar Airways	CheapestRM 1,787	AverageRM 2,346	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time68%	Search Qatar Airways flights
Sichuan Airlines	CheapestRM 1,834	AverageRM 2,263	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time63%	Search Sichuan Airlines flights
Emirates	CheapestRM 1,913	AverageRM 2,114	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%	Search Emirates flights

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