Travelling from Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW): What you need to know
Kuala Lumpur's main base, Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL), is where new adventures begin. Explore the options for leaving from here when booking your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW).
Around 11 hours 30 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport flight.
Istanbul is five hours behind Kuala Lumpur. Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport is located in Istanbul, which is in the UTC+3 timezone.
You can choose from 4 direct services each week between Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) and Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW). This is the most popular route when departing from Kuala Lumpur.
Leave plenty of time to get on your flight from Kuala Lumpur to SAW. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak time like August? Public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues and delays at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Reach your destination without the detour from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL). Nonstop flights from Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) operate from here.
AirAsia X is a well-known airline that operates direct flights from Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport taking off from KUL.
Most passengers choose to book seats with AirAsia X from KUL to SAW.
AirAsia X is the most punctual carrier on this route, with 68.42% of its services arriving as scheduled.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your journey and possibly even tour another city. When browsing cheap flights from Kuala Lumpur to SAW leaving from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can stop along the way. Top options include:
Dubai International Airport (DXB)
Doha Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Riyadh King Khalid International Airport (RUH)
Located around 56 kilometres from the centre of Kuala Lumpur, KUL can be reached in about 55 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport will take roughly 40 minutes.
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Of all flights departing from Kuala Lumpur International Airport, 59% touch down on time at their destination.
Subang Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Kuala Lumpur to SZB in about 45 minutes. The terminal is roughly 19 kilometres away, and making the trip by car will take approximately 30 minutes.
Get your holiday started early with an additional night away from home. Before your Kuala Lumpur to SAW flight, kick back in one of these hotels near Subang Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport:
Subang Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport has an on-time performance of 72%. This figure shows how often flights departing from this airport arrive on time.
About Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near SAW instead:
Booking your vehicle around four weeks in advance of your Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport flight can help you lock in a great deal.
Getting from Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) to central Istanbul
Central Istanbul is around 48 kilometres from Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport and takes about 1 hour 5 minutes to reach by car. Explore your options for getting into the city, whether that's with a taxi, car hire or ride-share.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour 40 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
$482 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport. A return flight starts from $823. These fares can change based on demand.
To find cheap flights from Kuala Lumpur to SAW, book ahead. Airlines typically offer lower prices when flights are first released.
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The best time to fly from Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
June is when most people book flights from Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW). Plan your visit to Istanbul in November if you'd rather be there when it's quieter.
When booking your Kuala Lumpur to SAW plane ticket, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. July is the warmest month in Istanbul, with temperatures ranging from 21ºC to 30ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 2ºC and 11ºC.
More about Istanbul
Start your Istanbul trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport, browse our range of accommodation options including:
Hagia Sophia Museum and Historic Areas of Istanbul are just two of the leading attractions to put on your Istanbul travel itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Hagia Sophia History Museum.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
You've visited Istanbul, now it's time to discover more of Türkiye (Turkey). Journey around 161 kilometres southeast to Eskisehir to check off its leading attractions. From Eskişehir Odunpazarı Evleri to Archeological Museum and TÜRASAŞ Revolution Cars Museum, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Where to next? Journey to Adapazarı. It's roughly 97 kilometres east of Istanbul and is home to highlights including Ağa Cami and Earthquake & Cultural Museum.