Istanbul (IST) to Kuala Lumpur (KUL)
Flight Distance & Air Miles
💳 Frequent Flyer Miles You'll Earn
| Airline | Base Miles | Elite Total |
|---|---|---|
| 🇺🇸 American Airlines AAdvantage | 5,212 | 8,339 Platinum |
| 🔺 Delta Air Lines SkyMiles | 5,212 | 8,339 Gold Medallion |
| ⭐ United Airlines MileagePlus | 5,212 | 7,818 Premier Gold |
| ❤️ Southwest Airlines Rapid Rewards | 5,212 | 7,818 A-List Preferred |
| 🏔️ Alaska Airlines Mileage Plan | 5,212 | 10,424 MVP Gold |
| 🔵 JetBlue Airways TrueBlue | 5,212 | 7,818 Mosaic |
* Elite bonus miles shown for mid-tier status. Actual miles earned depend on your fare class and elite status level.
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💡 Did You Know?
This long-haul flight covers 5,212 miles across 11 time zones. Most airlines offer meal service and in-flight entertainment on this route.
✈️ Flight Details
The IST to KUL route connects Istanbul, Turkey with Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. This long-haul flight covers 5,212 miles and typically uses wide-body aircraft like Boeing 777 or Airbus A350.
This international flight crosses from Turkey to Malaysia. Remember to check passport and visa requirements. The flight follows a E bearing of 99° from Istanbul. There is a 5 hour time difference between the airports.
🛫 About IST
Istanbul Airport
Istanbul Airport (IST) serves Istanbul, Turkey.
🛬 About KUL
Kuala Lumpur International Airport
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) serves Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.