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Flight deals from Malatya to Istanbul

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Malatya Airport to Istanbul? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from ₹ 11,886. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Istanbul.₹ 3,575 per passenger.Departing Fri, 6 Nov.One-way flight with AJet.Outbound direct flight with AJet departs from Malatya on Fri, 6 Nov, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From ₹ 3,575, select.
Istanbul.₹ 3,620 per passenger.Departing Thu, 3 Dec.One-way flight with AJet.Outbound direct flight with AJet departs from Malatya on Thu, 3 Dec, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From ₹ 3,620, select.
Istanbul.₹ 4,496 per passenger.Departing Mon, 4 Jan.One-way flight with AJet.Outbound direct flight with AJet departs from Malatya on Mon, 4 Jan, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From ₹ 4,496, select.
Istanbul.₹ 4,513 per passenger.Departing Wed, 10 Feb.One-way flight with AJet.Outbound direct flight with AJet departs from Malatya on Wed, 10 Feb, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From ₹ 4,513, select.
Istanbul.₹ 4,540 per passenger.Departing Sat, 24 Oct.One-way flight with AJet.Outbound direct flight with AJet departs from Malatya on Sat, 24 Oct, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From ₹ 4,540, select.
Istanbul.₹ 5,006 per passenger.Departing Wed, 24 Jun.One-way flight with AJet.Outbound direct flight with AJet departs from Malatya on Wed, 24 Jun, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From ₹ 5,006, select.
Istanbul.₹ 5,619 per passenger.Departing Thu, 4 Mar.One-way flight with AJet.Outbound direct flight with AJet departs from Malatya on Thu, 4 Mar, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From ₹ 5,619, select.
Istanbul.₹ 5,619 per passenger.Departing Thu, 2 Jul.One-way flight with AJet.Outbound direct flight with AJet departs from Malatya on Thu, 2 Jul, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From ₹ 5,619, select.
Istanbul.₹ 5,621 per passenger.Departing Sun, 13 Sep.One-way flight with AJet.Outbound direct flight with AJet departs from Malatya on Sun, 13 Sep, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From ₹ 5,621, select.
Istanbul.₹ 7,154 per passenger.Departing Tue, 11 Aug.One-way flight with AJet.Outbound direct flight with AJet departs from Malatya on Tue, 11 Aug, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From ₹ 7,154, select.
Istanbul.₹ 10,238 per passenger.Departing Thu, 22 Apr.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Malatya on Thu, 22 Apr, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From ₹ 10,238, select.
Istanbul.₹ 10,331 per passenger.Departing Fri, 14 May.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Malatya on Fri, 14 May, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From ₹ 10,331, 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 November.
Jun
from ₹ 5,006
Jul
from ₹ 5,619
Aug
from ₹ 7,154
Sep
from ₹ 5,621
Oct
from ₹ 4,540
Nov
from ₹ 3,575
Dec
from ₹ 3,620
Jan
from ₹ 4,496
Feb
from ₹ 4,513
Mar
from ₹ 5,619
Apr
from ₹ 10,238
May
from ₹ 10,331

Direct flights from Malatya to Istanbul

Alternative Malatya to Istanbul routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Malatya to Istanbul? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Istanbul Sabiha

30km from central Istanbul
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from ₹ 3,575
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Istanbul

34km from central Istanbul
from ₹ 7,561
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Malatya to Istanbul: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found₹ 3,575
Cheapest month to flyNovember
Average flight time1 hr, 51 mins
Most popular airlineTurkish Airlines
Average flights per week50

Finding cheap flights from Malatya to Istanbul: Frequently asked questions

There are 2 airports in Istanbul: Istanbul Sabiha and Istanbul.
The best price we found for a return flight from Malatya to Istanbul is ₹ 7,183. 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 50 minutes is the average flight time from Malatya to Istanbul.
Turkish Airlines, Pegasus Airlines and AJet fly direct from Malatya to Istanbul.
As of June 2026, there are 50 flights per week flying from Malatya to Istanbul.
The cheapest month to fly from Malatya to Istanbul is usually November.
If you're flying from Malatya Airport, the cheapest airport near Istanbul is Istanbul Sabiha – which is 30.3 km away from the centre of Istanbul. We've found flights into this airport from ₹ 7,183.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Malatya Airport to Istanbul on Tuesday, 3 November 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 50 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.
In June, the average temperature is usually around 21°C. August is typically the warmest month in Istanbul, when it usually averages around 27°C. You can expect the least rain in August. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging 4°C. The rainiest month is December.
Currently, AJet offers the cheapest flight tickets to Istanbul.

Flying from Malatya Erhac Airport (MLX) to Istanbul: what you need to know

  • The average duration of a direct flight from Malatya Erhac Airport to Istanbul is 1 hour 45 minutes.

  • Istanbul's timezone is UTC+3, which is the same as Malatya (the location of Malatya Erhac Airport).

  • Malatya Erhac Airport (MLX) to Istanbul Airport (IST) is the most popular route, with 20 departures a week to pick from. If you have things to do before leaving, the last flight from MLX to IST is with Turkish Airlines at 23:40. Choose the first departure with Turkish Airlines at 00:45 if you want to fly out earlier.

  • Leave plenty of time to get on your MLX to Istanbul flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Flying over a peak time like July? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

  • Begin your journey at MLX and travel nonstop to Istanbul Airport (IST). That's where you can expect to land when searching for Malatya Erhac Airport to Istanbul tickets.

  • Top carriers that operate direct flights from Malatya Erhac Airport to Istanbul include:

  • Located around 23 kilometres from central Malatya, MLX can be reached in about 35 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.

  • Of all flights leaving Malatya Erhac Airport, 78% arrive as scheduled at their destination.

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

  • ₹ 3,575 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Malatya Erhac Airport to Istanbul flight. Return plane tickets start from ₹ 7,183. These prices may change based on demand and availability.

  • To snag cheap flights from MLX to Istanbul, book your journey 11 months before your departure.

  • April is the best month for nabbing an amazing deal on Malatya Erhac Airport to Istanbul tickets. If you want to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.

  • Locking in a cheap flight from MLX to Istanbul couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic notifications and we'll notify you as soon as a lower fare pops up.

  • Save on your flight from Malatya Erhac Airport to Istanbul with the help of our filters. Choose your ideal times, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.

Airports in Istanbul

Istanbul Airport (IST)

  • The distance from Istanbul Airport (IST) to central Istanbul is roughly 40 kilometres. It takes around 45 minutes to reach the centre driving.

  • If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 10 minutes.

  • Consider booking a hotel close to IST if you're coming in on a late flight from Malatya Erhac Airport to Istanbul. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:

  • Lock in the best rate by booking your vehicle from Istanbul Airport around two weeks before your flight from MLX to Istanbul.

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)

  • After your flight from Malatya Erhac Airport to Istanbul has touched down, you can make your way to the city centre in around 1 hour 5 minutes by car. Central Istanbul is roughly 48 kilometres from Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW).

  • Travelling by public transport will take about 1 hour 40 minutes.

  • There are some comfortable places to drop your things at near SAW. Unwind and get cosy after your MLX to Istanbul flight at any of these well-located options:

  • Secure your first choice, not your last resort. Reserving your ride from SAW four weeks in advance often means more savings and a wider selection of vehicles.

Best time to go to Istanbul

  • August is the busiest month for flights from Malatya Erhac Airport to Istanbul. To avoid the crowds, head to Istanbul in February.

  • The warmest month in Istanbul is July, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC and 30ºC. Book your Malatya Erhac Airport to Istanbul plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.

  • January sees average temperatures of between 2ºC and 11ºC. Search for a cheap ticket from MLX to Istanbul around that time if you like cooler conditions.

More about Istanbul

  • After booking your flight from Malatya Erhac Airport to Istanbul, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Istanbul:

  • Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. Historic Areas of Istanbul, Hagia Sophia Museum and Hagia Sophia History Museum are essential stops on your Istanbul itinerary.

Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)

  • Istanbul has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Türkiye (Turkey) waiting to be discovered. About 354 kilometres east of Istanbul, a visit to Ankara will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading attractions like The Roman Theatre, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Museum of Anatolian Civilizations.

  • Izmir is another essential stop in Türkiye (Turkey) and is around 322 kilometres southwest of Istanbul. No journey is complete without a visit to Aegean Coast, Smyrna Basilika and Ataturk Konak Square.

Plan the rest of your trip from Malatya to Istanbul

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