A stunning aerial view of Üsküdar in Istanbul, showcasing its urban landscape and waterfront. — flights from Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul

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Flights from Kuala Lumpur to Pendik, Istanbul

Nonstop flights from Kuala Lumpur (KUL) to Pendik, Istanbul (SAW) take about 10h 55m (8,334 km). AirAsia X flies it. Lowest fare seen: $241 one-way, nonstop (12 Oct 2026).

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When you land in Pendik, Istanbul

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A stunning aerial view of Üsküdar in Istanbul, showcasing its urban landscape and waterfront. — arriving in Pendik, Istanbul

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Airlines flying Kuala Lumpur to Pendik, Istanbul

Carriers on KUL–SAW according to our route data and nonstop fares seen as of 12 Oct 2026. Not a complete list.

✈ AirAsia Xnonstop fare seen

Kuala Lumpur to Pendik, Istanbul fares by month

Cheapest month seen for a nonstop flight: Apr 2027, from $235 one-way. Lowest one-way fares seen for departures in each month, read 22 Oct 2026.

Departing	Nonstop from	Cheaper with stops
Oct 2026	$26328 Oct 2026 · AirAsia X	—
Nov 2026	$24111 Nov 2026 · AirAsia X	—
Dec 2026	$23630 Dec 2026 · AirAsia X	—
Jan 2027	$24120 Jan 2027 · AirAsia X	—
Feb 2027	$23622 Feb 2027 · AirAsia X	—
Mar 2027	$2663 Mar 2027 · AirAsia X	—
Apr 2027	$23518 Apr 2027 · AirAsia X	—
May 2027	$31517 May 2027 · AirAsia X	—

When to go for the lowest fare

Fares were close across the months we saw: $241 for November 2026, $235 at best after that.

From Travelpayouts flight-search data, city to city (Kuala Lumpur to Pendik, Istanbul, any airport), USD, read 22 Oct 2026. These are fares that were on sale, not a guarantee of today's price; an airline is named only where we know it flies this route.

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Frequently asked questions — Kuala Lumpur to Pendik, Istanbul flights

How long is the flight from Kuala Lumpur to Pendik, Istanbul?

A nonstop flight from Kuala Lumpur (KUL) to Pendik, Istanbul (SAW) takes about 10h 55m, covering 8,334 km. That is an estimate from the distance — actual time varies with the airline, aircraft and winds, and connecting itineraries take longer.

How far is Kuala Lumpur from Pendik, Istanbul by air?

The great-circle distance between Kuala Lumpur International Airport and Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport is 8,334 km (5,179 miles), a ultra long-haul route.

Which airlines fly from Kuala Lumpur to Pendik, Istanbul?

Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on the KUL–SAW route include AirAsia X. This is not a complete list — schedules change by season, so check the current options before booking.

How much does a flight from Kuala Lumpur to Pendik, Istanbul cost?

The lowest one-way fare seen recently on KUL–SAW was $241 USD with AirAsia X (nonstop), departing 1 Nov 2026, found in fare searches as of 12 Oct 2026. Fares change constantly and depend on the date, so check the current price before booking.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Kuala Lumpur to Pendik, Istanbul?

In fares seen on 22 Oct 2026, departures in April 2027 were cheapest, from $235 one-way, against $315 for May 2027, the dearest month. Fares change daily, so check your own dates.

Do I need a visa to travel from Malaysia to Pendik, Istanbul?

It depends on your passport. Some nationalities can enter Pendik, Istanbul visa-free or get a visa on arrival; others must apply in advance. Use AirConnect's Visa Checker to see the rules for your passport.

Sources: fares from Travelpayouts flight-search data, seen 12 Oct 2026; airlines from each carrier's published network and nonstop fares on sale; distance from OurAirports coordinates; flight time estimated from distance. Fares change daily.

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