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Cheap flights from Bucharest to Istanbul from $74

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9:10 pm - 10:25 pmOTP-IST
1h 15mnonstop
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10:15 am - 11:30 amIST-OTP
1h 15mnonstop
$132TAROM
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Fri, Oct 10 - Wed, Oct 15
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9:10 pm - 10:25 pmOTP-IST
1h 15mnonstop
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11:15 pm - 12:30 amIST-OTP
1h 15mnonstop
$140TAROM
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Sat, Sep 13 - Wed, Sep 17
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9:10 pm - 10:25 pmOTP-IST
1h 15mnonstop
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10:15 am - 11:30 amIST-OTP
1h 15mnonstop
$142TAROM
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Sat, Oct 4 - Wed, Oct 8
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3:50 pm - 6:40 pmOTP-IST
1h 50mnonstop
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7:35 pm - 8:20 pmIST-OTP
1h 45mnonstop
$143TAROM
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Wed, Dec 31 - Wed, Jan 14
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9:45 pm - 11:15 pmOTP-IST
1h 30mnonstop
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1:15 pm - 2:35 pmIST-OTP
1h 20mnonstop
$148Turkish Airlines
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Fri, Sep 19 - Mon, Sep 22
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3:55 pm - 5:25 pmOTP-IST
1h 30mnonstop
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1:15 pm - 2:35 pmIST-OTP
1h 20mnonstop
$149Turkish Airlines
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Sat, Oct 4 - Wed, Oct 8
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4:30 am - 4:50 pmOTP-IST
11h 20m1 stop
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5:35 pm - 3:15 pmIST-OTP
22h 40m1 stop
$171Air Serbia
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Wed, Jan 7 - Thu, Jan 15
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4:30 am - 4:50 pmOTP-IST
11h 20m1 stop
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5:20 am - 3:15 pmIST-OTP
10h 55m1 stop
$173Air Serbia
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Wed, Dec 31 - Fri, Jan 16
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9:10 pm - 10:25 pmOTP-IST
1h 15mnonstop
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1:15 pm - 2:35 pmIST-OTP
1h 20mnonstop
$185
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Sat, Aug 30 - Sat, Sep 6
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6:30 pm - 8:40 amOTP-IST
14h 10m1 stop
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6:50 am - 8:10 amIST-OTP
1h 20mnonstop
$191
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TAROM flights from Bucharest to Istanbul Airport

Our best TAROM deals on Bucharest to Istanbul Airport flight tickets
TAROM
Oct 10
OTP9:10 pmBucharest Otopeni Intl
1h 15m
IST10:25 pmIstanbul
Oct 15
IST10:15 amIstanbul
1h 15m
OTP11:30 amBucharest Otopeni Intl
$132
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TAROM
Sep 13
OTP9:10 pmBucharest Otopeni Intl
1h 15m
IST10:25 pmIstanbul
Sep 17
IST11:15 pmIstanbul
1h 15m
OTP12:30 amBucharest Otopeni Intl
$140
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TAROM
Oct 4
OTP9:10 pmBucharest Otopeni Intl
1h 15m
IST10:25 pmIstanbul
Oct 8
IST10:15 amIstanbul
1h 15m
OTP11:30 amBucharest Otopeni Intl
$142
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Air Serbia flights from Bucharest to Istanbul Airport

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Air Serbia
Jan 7
OTP4:30 amBucharest Otopeni Intl
11h 20m
1 stop
IST4:50 pmIstanbul
Jan 15
IST5:35 pmIstanbul
22h 40m
1 stop
OTP3:15 pmBucharest Otopeni Intl
$171
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Air Serbia
Dec 31
OTP4:30 amBucharest Otopeni Intl
11h 20m
1 stop
IST4:50 pmIstanbul
Jan 16
IST5:20 amIstanbul
10h 55m
1 stop
OTP3:15 pmBucharest Otopeni Intl
$173
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Air Serbia
Oct 4
OTP4:05 pmBucharest Otopeni Intl
11h 25m
1 stop
IST3:30 amIstanbul
Oct 7
IST6:45 pmIstanbul
20h 35m
1 stop
OTP3:20 pmBucharest Otopeni Intl
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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 August 1, 2025.
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BucharestIstanbul

OTP - IST

OTPIST

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Fri 10/10

9:10 pm-10:25 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

Istanbul

Wed 10/15

10:15 am-11:30 am

Nonstop1h 15m

$132

BucharestIstanbul

OTP - IST

OTPIST

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Sat 9/13

9:10 pm-10:25 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

Istanbul

Wed 9/17

11:15 pm-12:30 am

Nonstop1h 15m

$140

BucharestIstanbul

OTP - IST

OTPIST

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Sat 10/4

9:10 pm-10:25 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

Istanbul

Wed 10/8

10:15 am-11:30 am

Nonstop1h 15m

$142

BucharestIstanbul

OTP - IST

OTPIST

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Wed 12/31

3:50 pm-6:40 pm

Nonstop1h 50m

Istanbul

Wed 1/14

7:35 pm-8:20 pm

Nonstop1h 45m

$143

BucharestIstanbul

OTP - IST

OTPIST

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Fri 9/19

9:45 pm-11:15 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

Istanbul

Mon 9/22

1:15 pm-2:35 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

$148

BucharestIstanbul

OTP - IST

OTPIST

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Sat 10/4

3:55 pm-5:25 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

Istanbul

Wed 10/8

1:15 pm-2:35 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

$149

BucharestIstanbul

OTP - IST

OTPIST

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Wed 1/7

4:30 am-4:50 pm

1 stop11h 20m

Istanbul

Thu 1/15

5:35 pm-3:15 pm

1 stop22h 40m

$171

BucharestIstanbul

OTP - IST

OTPIST

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Wed 12/31

4:30 am-4:50 pm

1 stop11h 20m

Istanbul

Fri 1/16

5:20 am-3:15 pm

1 stop10h 55m

$173

BucharestIstanbul

OTP - IST

OTPIST

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Sat 8/30

9:10 pm-10:25 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

Istanbul

Sat 9/6

1:15 pm-2:35 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

$185

BucharestIstanbul

OTP - IST

OTPIST

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Wed 8/20

6:30 pm-8:40 am

1 stop14h 10m

Istanbul

Sat 8/23

6:50 am-8:10 am

Nonstop1h 20m

$191

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

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Istanbul Airport?

In general, January 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 $132. If you don’t want to visit Istanbul Airport in January, then you should wait until February to fly from Bucharest, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $135.

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 $811. On the other hand, Monday 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 $874.

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 $143. 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 $150 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 $117 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 August 2025, prices for Bucharest to Istanbul Airport flights are approximately 8% cheaper 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

$74

Fastest flight time

1h 15m

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The best one-way flight to Istanbul Airport from Bucharest in the past 72 hours is $74. The best round-trip flight deal from Bucharest to Istanbul Airport found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $132.
The fastest flight from Bucharest to Istanbul Airport takes 1h 15m
Direct flights go from Bucharest to Istanbul Airport every day.
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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 15m.

  • 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

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Airline
Rating
Free Cancellation
Price
Pegasus AirlinesPriceFrom $102Free CancellationRating
6.7
637 reviews
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TAROMPriceFrom $103Free CancellationRating
6.5
72 reviews
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Turkish AirlinesPriceFrom $110Free CancellationRating
7.3
3,933 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 $110. Generally, Turkish Airlines has 25 flights on this route every week with an average price of $180. 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 $143. TAROM operates 26 flights to Istanbul Airport from Bucharest in an average week. Users have rated it 6.5/10 across 72 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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momondo helps you find the best flight between Bucharest and Istanbul by providing filters to narrow your choice of flights to those matching your criteria. You can select flights based on numerous factors such as price, departure and landing times, airport and airline.

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