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Cheap flights from Istanbul to Malaysia from RM 978

IST — KUL
19 Sep — 26 Sep1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Istanbul to Malaysia

Sun 13/917:20 -
Nonstop10h 30m
Sun 20/910:00 -
Nonstop11h 05m
Deal found 16/8RM 1,660
Fri 28/817:15 -
Nonstop10h 30m
Fri 2/1010:00 -
Nonstop11h 05m
Deal found 16/8RM 1,668
Sun 27/917:20 -
Nonstop10h 30m
Fri 2/1010:00 -
Nonstop11h 05m
Deal found 19/8RM 1,680
Sun 20/917:20 -
Nonstop10h 30m
Sun 4/1010:00 -
Nonstop11h 05m
Deal found 19/8RM 1,684
Sun 30/817:20 -
Nonstop10h 30m
Sun 13/910:00 -
Nonstop11h 05m
Deal found 17/8RM 1,700
Fri 25/917:15 -
Nonstop10h 30m
Fri 9/1010:00 -
Nonstop11h 05m
Deal found 20/8RM 1,704
Wed 9/917:15 -
Nonstop10h 30m
Wed 23/910:00 -
Nonstop11h 05m
Deal found 18/8RM 1,708
Mon 14/917:15 -
Nonstop10h 30m
Sun 20/910:00 -
Nonstop11h 05m
Deal found 20/8RM 1,716
Wed 9/917:15 -
Nonstop10h 30m
Mon 5/1010:00 -
Nonstop11h 05m
Deal found 20/8RM 1,720
Sun 11/1017:20 -
Nonstop10h 30m
Fri 23/1010:00 -
Nonstop11h 05m
Deal found 16/8RM 1,741
Wed 11/1114:05 -
1 stop14h 00m
Wed 16/1210:05 -
1 stop32h 15m
Deal found 16/8RM 1,992
Sun 13/918:05 -
1 stop27h 15m
Sun 27/903:15 -
1 stop15h 05m
Deal found 18/8RM 2,013

Find flight deals from Istanbul to Malaysia

Round-trip from

RM 1,660

One-way from

RM 978

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Cheapest in

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Average price

RM 2,114
AirAsia X
  • AirAsia X
  • 13/9-20/9
  • Nonstop
  • 21h 35m total
  • Istanbul to Malaysia
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AirAsia X
  • AirAsia X
  • 19/10
  • Nonstop
  • 10h 30m total
  • Istanbul to Malaysia
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price (RM 444 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (RM 141 potential savings vs. average return price).
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IstanbulKuala Lumpur

SAW Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen - KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl

SAWKUL

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Sun 13/9

17:20-08:50

Nonstop10h 30m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sun 27/9

10:00-16:05

Nonstop11h 05m

RM 1,761

IstanbulKuala Lumpur

SAW Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen - KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl

SAWKUL

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Sat 12/9

01:25-02:20

1 stop19h 55m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sun 27/9

10:00-00:20

1 stop19h 20m

RM 2,191

IstanbulKuala Lumpur

SAW Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen - KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl

SAWKUL

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Wed 2/12

17:20-08:40

Nonstop10h 20m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Wed 30/12

01:25-13:20

1 stop16h 55m

RM 2,390

IstanbulKuala Lumpur

SAW Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen - KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl

SAWKUL

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Sun 13/9

21:45-21:40

2 stops42h 55m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sun 27/9

10:00-16:05

Nonstop11h 05m

RM 2,621

IstanbulPenang

SAW Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen - PEN Penang Intl

SAWPEN

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Fri 6/11

00:35-11:35

2 stops30h 00m

Penang Intl

Sun 15/11

19:55-16:05

1 stop25h 10m

RM 2,869

IstanbulKuala Lumpur

IST Istanbul - KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl

ISTKUL

Istanbul

Wed 28/10

13:50-14:40

1 stop19h 50m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sun 8/11

22:00-18:40

2 stops25h 40m

RM 2,918

IstanbulPenang

IST Istanbul - PEN Penang Intl

ISTPEN

Istanbul

Tue 1/9

17:55-22:55

2 stops24h 00m

Penang Intl

Fri 11/9

11:55-13:50

2 stops30h 55m

RM 3,088

IstanbulKuala Lumpur

IST Istanbul - KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl

ISTKUL

Istanbul

Tue 12/1

15:20-06:35

Nonstop10h 15m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Wed 24/2

08:15-14:45

Nonstop11h 30m

RM 3,177

IstanbulPenang

IST Istanbul - PEN Penang Intl

ISTPEN

Istanbul

Sat 7/11

14:05-11:35

2 stops16h 30m

Penang Intl

Sat 14/11

01:10-06:10

1 stop34h 00m

RM 3,230

IstanbulKuala Lumpur

IST Istanbul - KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl

ISTKUL

Istanbul

Sun 30/8

22:25-00:35

1 stop21h 10m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sun 6/9

02:15-13:45

1 stop16h 30m

RM 3,356

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Best time to book a flight from Istanbul to Malaysia

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Istanbul to Malaysia

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

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Istanbul to Malaysia (average of RM 945). Flying from Istanbul to Malaysia in December is currently the most expensive (average of RM 2,252). 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.

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

When flying from Istanbul to Malaysia, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Weekly flight availability from Istanbul to Malaysia

The most flights from TR5 to MY0 are scheduled on a Wednesday (8 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 on average).

How often are flights from Istanbul to Malaysia delayed?

About 25% of weekly flights between Istanbul and Malaysia have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 126 minutes.

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

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

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

Tuesday 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.

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

Over the past year, Turkish Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 23% of flights being delayed.

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

The price you pay for your flight from Istanbul to Malaysia 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing Malaysia

Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Etihad Airways and AirAsia X from Istanbul to Malaysia to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,504 reviews
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Boarding

7.6

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.3

Crew

7.8

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2026

YYZ - AUH

Excellent customer service! This was my first time flying with Etihad Airways, and I had a wonderful experience. The staff were friendly, professional, and very helpful throughout my journey. If I travel again in the future, I will definitely choose Etihad Airways. Highly recommended
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,504 reviews
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,504 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.6

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.3

Crew

7.8

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2026

YYZ - AUH

Excellent customer service! This was my first time flying with Etihad Airways, and I had a wonderful experience. The staff were friendly, professional, and very helpful throughout my journey. If I travel again in the future, I will definitely choose Etihad Airways. Highly recommended
AirAsia X
6.4
Okay
48 reviews
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,504 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.6

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.3

Crew

7.8

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2026

YYZ - AUH

Excellent customer service! This was my first time flying with Etihad Airways, and I had a wonderful experience. The staff were friendly, professional, and very helpful throughout my journey. If I travel again in the future, I will definitely choose Etihad Airways. Highly recommended

Related info for your journey

  • How long is the flight from Istanbul to Malaysia?

    Airlines like AirAsia X, Air Arabia, and Qatar Airways fly from Istanbul to Malaysia in about 10h 30m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 9h 25m. The distance between Istanbul and Malaysia is about 8328 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Istanbul to Malaysia one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as RM 511 on AirAsia X. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Oman Air from RM 1,015 and Air Arabia from RM 1,027 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Istanbul to Malaysia?

    While some choose either Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen - Kuala Lumpur Intl or Istanbul - Kuala Lumpur Subang, Istanbul - Kuala Lumpur Intl is the most popular route from Istanbul to Malaysia.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Istanbul to Malaysia?

    Before booking your flight to Malaysia from Istanbul, have a look at the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Malaysia Airlines (81%), Turkish Airlines (72%), Royal Brunei Airlines( 70%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Malaysia?

    On average you can expect to pay RM 3,018 for a flight from Istanbul to Malaysia. The cheapest flight overall is RM 1,595 while the most popular route, (Istanbul - Kuala Lumpur Intl) is currently priced at RM 1,574.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Istanbul to Malaysia that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Istanbul to Malaysia?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Istanbul to Malaysia?

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

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Istanbul to Malaysia?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Istanbul to Malaysia (average of RM 945). Flying from Istanbul to Malaysia in December is currently the most expensive (average of RM 2,252). 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.

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Top 2 airlines flying from Istanbul to Malaysia

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AirAsia XCheapestRM 944AverageRM 1,852FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestRM 1,217AverageRM 2,224FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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