IST - KUL

£226 Find Cheap Flights from Istanbul Airport to Kuala Lumpur

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Istanbul to Kuala Lumpur departing on 23/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Istanbul to Kuala Lumpur, as well as popular online travel agencies
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Everything you should know

Cheapest return fare
£362
Typical prices: £414-£309
SAUDIA
Thu 14/5Fri 29/5
IST - KUL • 1 stop
Cheapest direct flights
£764
Typical prices: £418-£329
Malaysia Airlines
Tue 26/5Wed 1/7
IST - KUL • Direct
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Cheapest • from £362 (return)
Best reviews • 8.1 score
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You can fly direct with Turkish Airlines. Average duration is 10h 28m
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Most punctual • 71% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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Cheapest • Avg £318 (return)
Shortest trip • 13h 10m (one-way)
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When to book
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Our data shows that travellers who book at least 7 weeks in advance save around 26% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheap Flights from Istanbul to Kuala Lumpur (IST-KUL)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from Istanbul to Kuala Lumpur that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent return flight deals from Istanbul to Kuala Lumpur

Thu, 14 May - Fri, 29 May
SAUDIA Logo
22:25 - 00:35
IST
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KUL
21h 10m
1 stop
SAUDIA Logo
02:15 - 13:45
KUL
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IST
16h 30m
1 stop
£362SAUDIA
Tue, 19 May - Wed, 3 Jun
Air China Logo
14:55 - 23:00
IST
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KUL
27h 05m
1 stop
Air China Logo
00:15 - 08:00
KUL
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IST
36h 45m
1 stop
£384Air China
Mon, 1 Jun - Mon, 29 Jun
SAUDIA Logo
22:25 - 00:35
IST
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KUL
21h 10m
1 stop
SAUDIA Logo
02:15 - 13:45
KUL
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IST
16h 30m
1 stop
£391SAUDIA
Fri, 15 May - Wed, 27 May
SAUDIA Logo
22:25 - 00:35
IST
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KUL
21h 10m
1 stop
SAUDIA Logo
02:15 - 13:45
KUL
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IST
16h 30m
1 stop
£394SAUDIA
Thu, 11 Jun - Thu, 18 Jun
Qatar Airways Logo
17:00 - 15:45
IST
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KUL
17h 45m
1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
20:20 - 06:20
KUL
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IST
15h 00m
1 stop
£402Qatar Airways
Wed, 10 Jun - Fri, 19 Jun
Qatar Airways Logo
17:00 - 21:40
IST
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KUL
23h 40m
1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
09:30 - 18:35
KUL
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IST
14h 05m
1 stop
£404Qatar Airways
Wed, 27 May - Wed, 1 Jul
Qatar Airways Logo
11:10 - 15:45
IST
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KUL
23h 35m
1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
09:30 - 18:35
KUL
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IST
14h 05m
1 stop
£406Qatar Airways
Mon, 8 Jun - Wed, 17 Jun
Qatar Airways Logo
17:00 - 21:40
IST
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KUL
23h 40m
1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
09:30 - 18:35
KUL
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IST
14h 05m
1 stop
£409Qatar Airways
Tue, 9 Jun - Tue, 23 Jun
Qatar Airways Logo
17:00 - 21:40
IST
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KUL
23h 40m
1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
09:30 - 18:35
KUL
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IST
14h 05m
1 stop
£409Qatar Airways
Tue, 9 Jun - Tue, 23 Jun
Qatar Airways Logo
17:00 - 21:40
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KUL
23h 40m
1 stop
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09:30 - 18:35
KUL
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IST
14h 05m
1 stop
£410Qatar Airways
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KAYAK’s insights & trends for Istanbul to Kuala Lumpur flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Istanbul to Kuala Lumpur to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

How much is a return flight from Istanbul Airport to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport?

This analysis is based on the cheapest return trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Istanbul Airport to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport departing in May.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Istanbul Airport to Kuala Lumpur?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Istanbul Airport to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

Your flight ticket price will generally be cheaper if you fly to Kuala Lumpur on a Monday and more expensive on a Saturday. On your return trip to Istanbul Airport, you should consider flying back on a Wednesday, and avoid Saturdays for better deals.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Istanbul Airport to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Istanbul Airport to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Istanbul Airport to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport is February, where tickets cost £289 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are July and August, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is £414 and £411 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a stopover from Istanbul Airport to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport?

The average return price for all direct flights, flights with one stopover, and flights with two stopovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

No, with an average price for the route of £406, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Istanbul Airport to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Istanbul Airport to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Istanbul Airport to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport, you should book around 7 weeks before departure, which saves you about 26% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 13 weeks before departure.

Good to know - Cheap tickets from Istanbul Airport to Kuala Lumpur

Low seasonOctober
Cheapest flight£226
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 4% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 20% lower on average.
Flight from Istanbul Airport to Kuala Lumpur

When to book flights from Istanbul to Kuala Lumpur

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Istanbul to Kuala Lumpur based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated return price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or returns with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking Istanbul Airport to Kuala Lumpur flights

  • What services does Qatar Airways offer Business Class passengers on flights from Istanbul to Kuala Lumpur?

    Qatar Airways offers a range of services to Business Class passengers on flights from Istanbul to Kuala Lumpur. These include fine dining on-demand service where passengers can choose from a menu of high-quality cuisines, complimentary premium beverages including champagne and fine wines, and amenity kits with signature fragrances and personal care items.

  • What is the luggage allowance on Oman Air flights from Istanbul to Kuala Lumpur?

    The standard checked baggage allowance for Economy Class passengers on flights from Istanbul to Kuala Lumpur is 66 lb, while the maximum weight per bag is 70 lb. The dimensions of the checked baggage should not exceed 62 inches (width + height + length).

  • What seat options are available on Royal Jordanian flights from Istanbul to Kuala Lumpur?

    Royal Jordanian offers seat selection options on its flights from Istanbul to Kuala Lumpur. Passengers may be able to select seats during the booking process. The options include preferred seats, which can be selected for a fee to secure a desirable location such as exit rows or seats with extra legroom. Additionally, there are options for aisle or window seats and seating charts that show the most comfortable seats.

  • Can I bring a pet on flights from Istanbul to Kuala Lumpur?

    Turkish Airlines allows dogs, cats, and certain small birds to travel on their flights from Istanbul to Kuala Lumpur. Cats, dogs, and small birds can be transported in the cabin or as checked baggage with approved pet carriers, and fees apply based on the weight of the animal and crate. Turkish Airlines also requires a certificate of good health for pets and has restrictions on certain dog breeds.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Istanbul Airport to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Istanbul Airport to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport was £233 for a one-way ticket and £362 for a return.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Istanbul Airport to Kuala Lumpur?

    The Airbus A350-900 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Istanbul Airport to Kuala Lumpur flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Istanbul Airport to Kuala Lumpur?

    oneworld, and Star Alliance are the airline alliances operating flights between Istanbul Airport and Kuala Lumpur, with oneworld being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Istanbul Airport to Kuala Lumpur?

    There are direct flights from Istanbul Airport to Kuala Lumpur on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Istanbul to Kuala Lumpur, Oman Air or Turkish Airlines?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Istanbul to Kuala Lumpur are Oman Air and Turkish Airlines. With an average price for the route of £337 and an overall rating of 8.1, Oman Air is the most popular choice. Turkish Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of £370 and an overall rating of 7.4.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Istanbul Airport to Kuala Lumpur?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Istanbul Airport to Kuala Lumpur.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Istanbul Airport to Kuala Lumpur?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Kuala Lumpur from Istanbul Airport is likely to change within 7 days, so travellers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Istanbul Airport to Kuala Lumpur?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to Kuala Lumpur with an airline and back to Istanbul Airport with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Istanbul Airport to Kuala Lumpur?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Kuala Lumpur from Istanbul Airport up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Istanbul Airport to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport

  • Looking for a cheap flight from Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul Airport? 25% of our users found flights on this route for Kuala Lumpur or less round-trip.
  • Kuala Lumpur Airport (KUL) serves as a hub for several airlines, including Malaysia Airlines, Batik Air Malaysia, and AirAsia which all operate flights from Istanbul to Kuala Lumpur. KUL has two main terminals: KLIA Main Terminal (Terminal 1) and KLIA2 Terminal (Terminal 2). Terminal KLIA mainly serves Malaysia Airlines and Batik Air Malaysia, while KLIA2 mainly serves AirAsia and its affiliates.
  • Singapore Airlines operates a young fleet of aircraft, which, compared to older versions, are up to 30% more fuel-efficient and emit less carbon including for flights from Istanbul (IST) to Kuala Lumpur (KUL).
  • Air Arabia provides various services for passengers with reduced mobility on flights from Istanbul (IST) to Kuala Lumpur (KUL), including wheelchairs and personal assistance, which are provided at the airport and on board at no additional cost.
  • Flights from Istanbul to Kuala Lumpur usually have layovers in various cities depending on the airline you choose. Some common layovers for the route include Sharjah (SHJ), Muscat (MCT), Riyadh (RUH), Bangkok (BKK), Amman (AMM), Jeddah (JED), and Abu Dhabi (AUH).
  • Malaysia Airlines offers several services for families traveling with children on flights from Istanbul (IST) to Kuala Lumpur (KUL). Infant and children's meals are available with prior notice and parents can request special meals for their children by contacting the airline at least 24 hours before the flight.

Prefer to fly direct from Istanbul Airport to Kuala Lumpur?

 
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from Istanbul to Kuala Lumpur Intl.
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Direct departures

Istanbul to Kuala Lumpur Intl

Monday

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

Tuesday

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

Wednesday

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

Thursday

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

Friday

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

Saturday

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

Sunday

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

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Direct returns

Kuala Lumpur Intl to Istanbul

Monday

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

Tuesday

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

Wednesday

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

Thursday

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

Friday

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

Saturday

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

Sunday

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

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Reviews of the top 4 airlines flying from Istanbul to Kuala Lumpur

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Istanbul to Kuala Lumpur. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Istanbul to Kuala Lumpur? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
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Oman AirOverall score based on 125 reviews
7.6Food
7.6Entertainment
8.0Boarding
8.2Crew
8.0Comfort
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I like soft landing with Oman air both ways,food could have been better it was very poor

6.0 GoodAgata, Feb 2026
BKK - LHR
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I like soft landing with Oman air both ways,food could have been better it was very poor

You guys need to check with your sub contractors. I had a confirmation email from airfare I don’t know then when I reach at the airport the check in offer did not see the ticket in the system. I had to issue another ticket at double the normal rate because I had to travel on the same day.

Joyful and pleasant. Food is amazing staff are so welcoming seats are comfortable. I would like to thank Shahrazad for her amazing service,

The seat was uncomfortable for me, less leg space and a tight space.

Very good - could have been more proactive asking for drinks as only got one all flight offered.

If you fly more often with Oman on the same route, you will realize the offered food is always the same. Quality of food is good, however, it is getting boring to know there is a soup or salad with goat cheese as starten and maincourse there is lamb, fish or vegetarian pasta. Pasta is always nice.

Man to Muscat the staff were poor. Missed bringing drinks to me & ran out of Beer. I didn't get a drink. Muscat to BKK staff excellent, food ok, and I was offered a drink.

Really a nice flight. , very comfortable seats and leg space.

Oman Air is on the relation Muscat-Salalah without any serious competition and that's to feel same as the metall bars of your seat in your backside after this flight. Don't expect anything other than being brought from A to B and you won't be disappointed

Everything was great in the business class. Seats 1A and 1C wouldn't recline properly. If i stood up then it did recline, even when the crew checked it he made me stand up recline it all the way and then he said "ok now you can sit" i just laughed it off.

Turkish Airlines lost my reservation!!! I had to wait 8 hours for the next flight. They provided me with no food no water. Completely ridiculous!!! Never fly on this airline.

I will say the same as my previous comment. Great job over all! From 1-10, ten be the best… I will give 9!

Very bad boarding staff. I was flying business. We were stashed in a bus as much as it could be filled with business then economy passengers. By the time we have reached the plane we have waithed 10 more minutes inside the bus mext to the plane because of some documental work in the plane. I guess TGS -Turkish Airlines Ground Services forgot yo radio the plane if it was ready.

had to wait 1 hour once boarded. so we were 1 hour late arriving.

They are absolutely impossible to get hold of. A death in the family caused us to delay our departure. They are impossible to get through to and after waiting 41/2 hours I was told they would not consider helping us. They cancelled our return flight and have not reimbursed anything. I strongly urge readers to consider a different airline.

A lot of snacks and provided on request by traveller. Preferred meals which were on their menu were not always sufficient for those who wanted them. We were told 2 different items and offer which we asked for were not offered initially. We rejected the 3rd item given as a substitute for our initial choices which we didn't want and so we didn't accept it. Eventually our initial choice was offered. During service of coffee and tea, the crew member didn't offer us and moved back. Luckily neither of us wanted tea at that time. Crew members must avoid behavior that may be suggestive of discrimination

It was very good excitement. We Enjoy everything except the food

The crew was awesome. My husband fell while traveling to the WC and got a head abrasion. The crew helped him greatly and a physician that was also on the flight checked him out as well. They all get an A+!

Online check in and seat assignments are terrible. All 4 flights

Cabin was kept very hot and it was uncomfortable. Entertainment system did not work at my seat. Crew and service is fantastic

Food quality and varites were very minimum. Surprised to have no desserts. Business class tickets should have lounge access and seats selection. They should be allowed to board while people with wheel chair, secial assistance and family with childrem.

Dear Team, I purchased a full travel package that included 2 checked bags through you and JustFly. However, when I arrived at the airport, my ticket showed 0 checked bags. Since I was traveling internationally to India with 2 bags, It was a $200 per bag at the counter, which was extremely disappointing. For an international trip, why would I ever choose a no‑bag option for only $20–$30 less? This seems like an error in the booking process, and I am requesting clarification and a resolution. I have called JustFly and on phone for 1 hr :53 min and they couldn't help till I show some kind of proof etc which isn't possible but besides that love your service and using it for years !

Good one but just notice that you have to ask several time to get water or coffee .

Early arrival. Good boarding. Deplaning this flight is very slow both coming and going. Baggage arrived quickly for Pearson

Good flight. There were a few issues with the flat bed. It was some technical issues. Otherwise everything was good

Kayak and Aran grant issuing business class tickets without lounge access and sometimes 1 or 2 connections in economy class. It’s very disappointing to find out that after buying the ticket. Never buy tickets on kayak and Aran grant again

I didn’t have a flight because it was a fraud and you allow it. Illl never use Kayak again!!!

Crew was amazing as usual. Very comfortable for a 13hour flight. Check in at ATL was terrible. Ticket counter charged me $200 for a small bag. Apparently Kayak sold me a zero luggage ticket. No carry on no checked. So the check in desk charged me a bullshit $200 dollar fee for a small gym bag weighing less than 20lbs. In true 3rd party ticket buying. This will turn into a finger pointing process between Kayak and Etihad. Now I'm going to have to ship my bag back in the mail a day ahead of my return flight.

The flight from Abu Dabhi to Bangalore was terrible. The plane was an order model with no onboard entertainment. The beverage selection were very limited.

Wish the flight attendants were more attentive in serving food

All fine - you get what you pay for ! and it is a bargain

AirAsia kept us waiting for hours due to a technical issue with the plane, then eventually cancelled the flight. Unfortunately there is no-one to call or speak with at AirAsia, no customer service department at all, so I flew with another airline instead. Now I am going through the fun process of trying to get a refund from AirAsia. I strongly recommend that no-one flies with them, it's just not worth it.

The best part was Tony Fernandes actually reinstated the Buttercake menu. It has gone missing after Covid & i made a complaint in one of my Tweets back in October 2022. Both flight D170 & D171 landed very smoothly- kudos to both pilots!

The worst experience in any flight I have ever had, delayed for more than 10 hours, lost my other flight so I lost one day during my trip. Didn’t gave me facilities with my luggage either. Never again

I was next to a quite large person. Soni essentially had 2/3 of my seat for myself and couldn't sit properly. Even though there were some other seat available, the staff refuse that I occupy another seat.

Pros: The staff was very friendly. Cons: Long delay. The food is terrible.

I’m a frequent Traveler on all types of airlines, including budget. This was the worst flight experience I’ve ever had. Something was wrong with AirAsia’s systems and we were the whole flight was rescheduled to the following day, the third flight it happened to. Apart from an email which gave the new date the web and app said the original flight date which meant that there were hundreds of people queueing at the airport to try and find out what was going on. People waited six hours to talk to customer service who gave advice that didn’t match the web or app. Nightmare. just advertising for spending the extra hundred dollars I’ve ever seen.

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