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Flight deals from Malatya Airport to Istanbul Airport

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Malatya Airport to Istanbul Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from RM338. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Istanbul.RM171 per passenger.Departing Tue, 28 Apr.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Malatya on Tue, 28 Apr, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM171, select.
Istanbul.RM191 per passenger.Departing Wed, 13 May.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Malatya on Wed, 13 May, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM191, select.
Istanbul.RM191 per passenger.Departing Mon, 30 Mar.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Malatya on Mon, 30 Mar, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM191, select.
Istanbul.RM281 per passenger.Departing Wed, 3 Jun.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Malatya on Wed, 3 Jun, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM281, select.
Istanbul.RM331 per passenger.Departing Fri, 17 Jul.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Malatya on Fri, 17 Jul, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM331, select.
Istanbul.RM332 per passenger.Departing Thu, 13 Aug.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Malatya on Thu, 13 Aug, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM332, select.
Istanbul.RM332 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Sep.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Malatya on Tue, 1 Sep, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM332, select.
Istanbul.RM333 per passenger.Departing Wed, 28 Oct.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Malatya on Wed, 28 Oct, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM333, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Malatya to Istanbul

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Malatya to Istanbul flights are currently cheapest in April.
Mar
from RM191
Apr
from RM171
May
from RM191
Jun
from RM281
Jul
from RM331
Aug
from RM332
Sep
from RM332
Oct
from RM333
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Direct flights from Malatya to Istanbul

Malatya to Istanbul: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Malatya to Istanbul below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Istanbul.

Istanbul Sabiha

30km from central Istanbul
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34km from central Istanbul
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Malatya to Istanbul: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundRM171
Cheapest month to flyApril
Average flight time1 hr, 55 mins
Most popular airlineTurkish Airlines
Average flights per week33

Finding cheap flights from Malatya to Istanbul: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Malatya to Istanbul is RM338. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
1 hour and 55 minutes is the average flight time from Malatya to Istanbul.
Turkish Airlines flies direct from Malatya to Istanbul.
As of March 2026, there are 33 flights per week flying from Malatya to Istanbul.
The cheapest month to fly from Malatya to Istanbul is usually April.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Malatya Airport to Istanbul Airport on Tuesday, 14 April 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 55 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Istanbul but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Istanbul is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Turkish Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Istanbul.

Travelling from Malatya Airport (MLX) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST): what you need to know

  • Around 1 hour 55 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Malatya Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport.

  • Malatya and Istanbul are in the UTC+3 timezone. This means there's no time difference to adjust for.

  • Each week, there are 27 Malatya Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flights. To take off as soon as possible, jump on the 08:20 Turkish Airlines flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before you fly, the last departure is at 23:45 with Turkish Airlines.

  • For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your MLX to IST flight.

  • Travelling during a peak month like July? School holidays and other high seasons can result in longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.

  • Getting to Istanbul (and then seeing more of Türkiye (Turkey)!) is a breeze with Turkish Airlines. This popular carrier has direct flights from Malatya Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport.

  • The airline that passengers book most often on this route is Turkish Airlines.

  • Take a detour to a new city or break up your flight with a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Malatya Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. Many travellers pass through Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport on this route.

How to find the cheapest flights from Malatya Airport (MLX) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

  • RM171 is the best price for a one-way Malatya Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flight. Return flights start from RM338. These prices may change based on demand and availability.

  • To pick up cheap tickets from MLX to IST, book your trip five months before your departure date.

  • April is the cheapest month for flights from Malatya Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. If you prefer to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.

  • Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from MLX to IST by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.

  • Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Malatya Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport.

Handy information about Malatya Airport (MLX)

  • When it comes to Malatya Airport's on-time performance, data shows 78.5% of flights complete their journey on time.

  • Central Malatya to Malatya Airport is around 40 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 45 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.

Arriving at Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

Getting from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to central Istanbul

  • Istanbul Ataturk Airport to the centre of Istanbul has a drive time of about 50 minutes. It's approximately 48 kilometres away.

  • When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour 45 minutes.

When to fly to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

  • April is the most popular month for flights from Malatya Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. For a quieter experience, travel to Istanbul in February.

  • The warmest month in Istanbul is August, with the temperature ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Book your flights from Malatya Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.

  • If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MLX to IST in January. Temperatures average between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF) then.

Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)

  • Istanbul has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Türkiye (Turkey) just waiting to be explored. About 354 kilometres east of Istanbul, a trip to Ankara will keep you busy. Start with leading sights like Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park.

  • Around 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul, Izmir is another essential stop in Türkiye (Turkey). Start your sightseeing at Kordonboyu, Kadifekale Castle and Konak Square.

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