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10:30 am - 12:50 pm
OTP
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IST
1h 20mnonstop
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6:20 pm - 6:40 pm
IST
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OTP
1h 20mnonstop
$123Animawings
Thu, Jan 22 - Sun, Jan 25
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9:10 pm - 11:25 pm
OTP
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IST
2h 15mnonstop
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11:40 am - 11:55 am
IST
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OTP
0h 15mnonstop
$133TAROM
Mon, Apr 6 - Sat, Apr 11
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10:30 am - 12:50 pm
OTP
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IST
1h 20mnonstop
Animawings Logo
6:20 pm - 6:40 pm
IST
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OTP
1h 20mnonstop
$134Animawings
Thu, Jan 15 - Thu, Jan 22
TAROM Logo
8:00 am - 10:50 am
OTP
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IST
1h 50mnonstop
TAROM Logo
7:35 pm - 8:20 pm
IST
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OTP
1h 45mnonstop
$140TAROM
Wed, Jan 14 - Fri, Jan 16
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3:50 pm - 6:40 pm
OTP
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IST
2h 50mnonstop
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7:35 pm - 8:20 pm
IST
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OTP
0h 45mnonstop
$147TAROM
Sun, Apr 5 - Sun, Apr 12
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9:10 pm - 11:25 pm
OTP
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IST
1h 15mnonstop
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12:15 am - 12:30 am
IST
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OTP
1h 15mnonstop
$148TAROM
Mon, Jan 12 - Tue, Jan 13
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9:10 pm - 11:25 pm
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IST
2h 15mnonstop
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11:40 am - 11:55 am
IST
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OTP
0h 15mnonstop
$149TAROM
Mon, Apr 6 - Thu, Apr 9
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8:35 am - 10:50 am
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IST
1h 15mnonstop
TAROM Logo
11:40 am - 11:55 am
IST
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OTP
1h 15mnonstop
$151TAROM
Tue, Jan 13 - Tue, Jan 20
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7:10 am - 9:05 pm
OTP
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IST
12h 55m1 stop
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10:40 am - 3:55 pm
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OTP
6h 15m1 stop
$156Multiple Airlines
Thu, Jan 22 - Sun, Jan 25
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8:00 am - 10:50 am
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1h 50mnonstop
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11:40 am - 12:25 pm
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1h 45mnonstop
$159TAROM
Wed, Jan 14 - Fri, Jan 16

Animawings flights from Bucharest to Istanbul Airport

Our best Animawings deals on Bucharest to Istanbul Airport flight tickets
Animawings
Jan 22
OTP10:30 amBucharest Otopeni Intl
1h 20m
IST12:50 pmIstanbul
Jan 25
IST6:20 pmIstanbul
1h 20m
OTP6:40 pmBucharest Otopeni Intl
$123
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Animawings
Jan 15
OTP10:30 amBucharest Otopeni Intl
1h 20m
IST12:50 pmIstanbul
Jan 22
IST6:20 pmIstanbul
1h 20m
OTP6:40 pmBucharest Otopeni Intl
$134
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Animawings
Dec 24
OTP10:10 amBucharest Otopeni Intl
1h 20m
IST12:30 pmIstanbul
Dec 26
IST9:35 pmIstanbul
1h 20m
OTP9:55 pmBucharest Otopeni Intl
$289
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Turkish Airlines flights from Bucharest to Istanbul Airport

Our best Turkish Airlines deals on Bucharest to Istanbul Airport flight tickets
Turkish Airlines
Mar 8
OTP9:50 pmBucharest Otopeni Intl
1h 30m
IST12:20 amIstanbul
Mar 15
IST8:30 amIstanbul
1h 20m
OTP8:50 amBucharest Otopeni Intl
$190
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Turkish Airlines
Dec 28
OTP10:15 amBucharest Otopeni Intl
1h 35m
IST12:50 pmIstanbul
Jan 1
IST1:50 pmIstanbul
1h 20m
OTP2:10 pmBucharest Otopeni Intl
$485
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Bucharest to Istanbul Airport that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, momondo users made 832,500 searches. Data last updated December 18, 2025.
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BucharestIstanbul

OTP - IST

OTPIST

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Thu 1/22

10:30 am-12:50 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

Istanbul

Sun 1/25

6:20 pm-6:40 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

$123

BucharestIstanbul

OTP - IST

OTPIST

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Mon 4/6

9:10 pm-11:25 pm

Nonstop2h 15m

Istanbul

Sat 4/11

11:40 am-11:55 am

Nonstop0h 15m

$133

BucharestIstanbul

OTP - IST

OTPIST

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Thu 1/15

10:30 am-12:50 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

Istanbul

Thu 1/22

6:20 pm-6:40 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

$134

BucharestIstanbul

OTP - IST

OTPIST

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Wed 1/14

8:00 am-10:50 am

Nonstop1h 50m

Istanbul

Fri 1/16

7:35 pm-8:20 pm

Nonstop1h 45m

$140

BucharestIstanbul

OTP - IST

OTPIST

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Sun 4/5

3:50 pm-6:40 pm

Nonstop2h 50m

Istanbul

Sun 4/12

7:35 pm-8:20 pm

Nonstop0h 45m

$147

BucharestIstanbul

OTP - IST

OTPIST

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Mon 1/12

9:10 pm-11:25 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

Istanbul

Tue 1/13

12:15 am-12:30 am

Nonstop1h 15m

$148

BucharestIstanbul

OTP - IST

OTPIST

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Mon 4/6

9:10 pm-11:25 pm

Nonstop2h 15m

Istanbul

Thu 4/9

11:40 am-11:55 am

Nonstop0h 15m

$149

BucharestIstanbul

OTP - IST

OTPIST

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Tue 1/13

8:35 am-10:50 am

Nonstop1h 15m

Istanbul

Tue 1/20

11:40 am-11:55 am

Nonstop1h 15m

$151

BucharestIstanbul

OTP - IST

OTPIST

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Thu 1/22

7:10 am-9:05 pm

1 stop12h 55m

Istanbul

Sun 1/25

10:40 am-3:55 pm

1 stop6h 15m

$156

BucharestIstanbul

OTP - IST

OTPIST

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Wed 1/14

8:00 am-10:50 am

Nonstop1h 50m

Istanbul

Fri 1/16

11:40 am-12:25 pm

Nonstop1h 45m

$159

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Bucharest to Istanbul Airport

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Bucharest and Istanbul Airport?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Istanbul Airport?

In general, March is the cheapest month to fly from Bucharest to Istanbul Airport. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $138. If you don’t want to visit Istanbul Airport in March, then you should wait until January to fly from Bucharest, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $139.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Istanbul Airport?

Our data shows that Tuesday is the least expensive day to fly to Istanbul Airport. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as $788. On the other hand, Wednesday is the most expensive day to depart from Bucharest because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travelers. As a result, prices tend to be around $888.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Istanbul Airport?

At noon is the cheapest time of day to fly from Bucharest to Istanbul Airport when you can find flight prices for as low as $209. Flying to Istanbul Airport at noon is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. Flights in the evening are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $935.

What is the cheapest Bucharest to Istanbul flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight to Istanbul Airport?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Istanbul Airport from Bucharest when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Istanbul Airport for around $162 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Istanbul Airport from Bucharest for as low as $125 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Bucharest to Istanbul flights?

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on Bucharest to Istanbul flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on Bucharest to Istanbul Airport flights?

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between Bucharest to Istanbul Airport.

How have Bucharest to Istanbul Airport flight prices changed over time?

As of December 2025, prices for Bucharest to Istanbul Airport flights are approximately 23% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Bucharest to Istanbul Airport

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Bucharest to Istanbul Airport according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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Best Price Found

$164

Fastest flight time

1h 20m

Direct flights

Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri and Sun
The best one-way flight to Istanbul Airport from Bucharest in the past 72 hours is $164. The best round-trip flight deal from Bucharest to Istanbul Airport found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $298.
The fastest flight from Bucharest to Istanbul Airport takes 1h 20m
Direct flights go from Bucharest to Istanbul Airport on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday. The only airline offering direct flights is TAROM.
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  • How far is Bucharest to Istanbul by plane?

    Bucharest and Istanbul are 255.7 mi apart from one another. By plane, this route typically takes 1h 20m.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Bucharest to Istanbul Airport?

    Prices for flights from Bucharest to Istanbul Airport are updated daily.

  • How many operators does momondo search for flights from Bucharest to Istanbul Airport?

  • How old do you have to be to fly from Bucharest to Istanbul Airport?

    The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Bucharest to Istanbul Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Istanbul Airport?

    The travel and health documents required for your trip to Istanbul Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Istanbul Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

  • What is the most popular plane model from Bucharest to Istanbul Airport?

  • What is the most popular airline from Bucharest to Istanbul Airport?

Best airlines flying from Bucharest to Istanbul Airport

Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from Bucharest to Istanbul Airport with momondo
Airline
Rating
Free Cancellation
Price
Pegasus AirlinesPriceFrom $90Free CancellationRating
6.7
637 reviews
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TAROMPriceFrom $103Free CancellationRating
6.4
75 reviews
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Turkish AirlinesPriceFrom $111Free CancellationRating
7.3
4,103 reviews
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  • Turkish Airlines Flights From Bucharest to Istanbul Airport

    The lowest priced Turkish Airlines flight from Bucharest to Istanbul Airport from the last 72 hours was $111. Generally, Turkish Airlines has 28 flights on this route every week with an average price of $186. Turkish Airlines is rated 7.3/10 by our users.

  • TAROM Flights From Bucharest to Istanbul Airport

    TAROM is also a popular choice for this route. TAROM flight deals for Bucharest to Istanbul Airport start from as low as $103 round-trip, depending on your selected dates, with average TAROM deals seen on momondo around $164. TAROM operates 25 flights to Istanbul Airport from Bucharest in an average week. Users have rated it 6.4/10 across 75 reviews.

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It is quick and easy to find Bucharest to Istanbul flights on momondo. We search and return numerous flight options from various airlines and agents. You can then use our filters to narrow your search until you have found the most convenient flight to Istanbul that suits you.

Can I find flights from Bucharest to Istanbul with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Yes. momondo enables you to select and highlight flights to Istanbul from Bucharest with this policy.

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