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Cheap flights from Bucharest to Istanbul from £49

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Pegasus Airlines Logo
11:50 - 14:10OTP-SAW
1h 20mdirect
Pegasus Airlines Logo
10:30 - 10:50SAW-OTP
1h 20mdirect
£94Pegasus Airlines
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Thu, 27 Nov - Wed, 3 Dec
TAROM Logo
19:55 - 22:45OTP-IST
1h 50mdirect
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00:15 - 00:30IST-OTP
1h 15mdirect
£95TAROM
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Sat, 28 Feb - Mon, 9 Mar
TAROM Logo
07:35 - 09:25OTP-IST
1h 50mdirect
TAROM Logo
10:15 - 11:30IST-OTP
1h 15mdirect
£97TAROM
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Sun, 12 Oct - Fri, 17 Oct
Pegasus Airlines Logo
15:50 - 18:10OTP-SAW
1h 20mdirect
Pegasus Airlines Logo
10:30 - 10:50SAW-OTP
1h 20mdirect
£97Pegasus Airlines
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Mon, 1 Dec - Wed, 3 Dec
TAROM Logo
19:55 - 22:45OTP-IST
1h 50mdirect
TAROM Logo
11:40 - 12:25IST-OTP
1h 45mdirect
£97TAROM
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Sat, 29 Nov - Mon, 1 Dec
Turkish Airlines Logo
21:50 - 00:20OTP-IST
1h 30mdirect
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13:50 - 14:10IST-OTP
1h 20mdirect
£103Turkish Airlines
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Thu, 6 Nov - Sun, 9 Nov
Turkish Airlines Logo
15:30 - 18:05OTP-IST
1h 35mdirect
Turkish Airlines Logo
08:30 - 08:50IST-OTP
1h 20mdirect
£108Turkish Airlines
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Mon, 1 Dec - Wed, 3 Dec
Air Serbia Logo
16:05 - 16:50OTP-IST
23h 45m1 stop
Air Serbia Logo
16:40 - 03:10IST-OTP
11h 30m1 stop
£128Air Serbia
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Wed, 14 Jan - Fri, 16 Jan
Air Serbia Logo
04:30 - 03:30OTP-IST
23h 00m1 stop
Air Serbia Logo
04:20 - 15:20IST-OTP
11h 00m1 stop
£129Air Serbia
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Thu, 25 Sep - Sat, 27 Sep
Aegean Airlines Logo
21:15 - 03:10OTP-IST
4h 55m1 stop
Aegean Airlines Logo
06:30 - 10:00IST-OTP
4h 30m1 stop
£171Aegean Airlines
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Thu, 6 Nov - Sun, 9 Nov

TAROM flights from Bucharest to Istanbul

Our best TAROM deals on Bucharest to Istanbul flight tickets
TAROM
28 Feb
OTP19:55Bucharest Otopeni Intl
1h 50m
IST22:45Istanbul
9 Mar
IST00:15Istanbul
1h 15m
OTP00:30Bucharest Otopeni Intl
£95
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TAROM
12 Oct
OTP07:35Bucharest Otopeni Intl
1h 50m
IST09:25Istanbul
17 Oct
IST10:15Istanbul
1h 15m
OTP11:30Bucharest Otopeni Intl
£97
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TAROM
29 Nov
OTP19:55Bucharest Otopeni Intl
1h 50m
IST22:45Istanbul
1 Dec
IST11:40Istanbul
1h 45m
OTP12:25Bucharest Otopeni Intl
£97
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Turkish Airlines flights from Bucharest to Istanbul

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Turkish Airlines
6 Nov
OTP21:50Bucharest Otopeni Intl
1h 30m
IST00:20Istanbul
10 Nov
IST20:10Istanbul
1h 20m
OTP20:30Bucharest Otopeni Intl
£103
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Turkish Airlines
1 Dec
OTP15:30Bucharest Otopeni Intl
1h 35m
IST18:05Istanbul
3 Dec
IST08:30Istanbul
1h 20m
OTP08:50Bucharest Otopeni Intl
£108
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Turkish Airlines
25 Nov
OTP15:30Bucharest Otopeni Intl
1h 35m
IST18:05Istanbul
2 Dec
IST20:10Istanbul
1h 20m
OTP20:30Bucharest Otopeni Intl
£111
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Bucharest to Istanbul 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 279,928 searches. Data last updated 12 September 2025.
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BucharestIstanbul

OTP - SAW

OTPSAW

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Thu 27/11

11:50-14:10

Nonstop1h 20m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Wed 3/12

10:30-10:50

Nonstop1h 20m

£94

BucharestIstanbul

OTP - IST

OTPIST

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Sat 28/2

19:55-22:45

Nonstop1h 50m

Istanbul

Mon 9/3

00:15-00:30

Nonstop1h 15m

£95

BucharestIstanbul

OTP - IST

OTPIST

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Sun 12/10

07:35-09:25

Nonstop1h 50m

Istanbul

Fri 17/10

10:15-11:30

Nonstop1h 15m

£97

BucharestIstanbul

OTP - SAW

OTPSAW

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Mon 1/12

15:50-18:10

Nonstop1h 20m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Wed 3/12

10:30-10:50

Nonstop1h 20m

£97

BucharestIstanbul

OTP - IST

OTPIST

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Sat 29/11

19:55-22:45

Nonstop1h 50m

Istanbul

Mon 1/12

11:40-12:25

Nonstop1h 45m

£97

BucharestIstanbul

OTP - IST

OTPIST

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Thu 6/11

21:50-00:20

Nonstop1h 30m

Istanbul

Sun 9/11

13:50-14:10

Nonstop1h 20m

£103

BucharestIstanbul

OTP - IST

OTPIST

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Mon 1/12

15:30-18:05

Nonstop1h 35m

Istanbul

Wed 3/12

08:30-08:50

Nonstop1h 20m

£108

BucharestIstanbul

OTP - IST

OTPIST

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Wed 14/1

16:05-16:50

1 stop23h 45m

Istanbul

Fri 16/1

16:40-03:10

1 stop11h 30m

£128

BucharestIstanbul

OTP - IST

OTPIST

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Thu 25/9

04:30-03:30

1 stop23h 00m

Istanbul

Sat 27/9

04:20-15:20

1 stop11h 00m

£129

BucharestIstanbul

OTP - IST

OTPIST

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Thu 6/11

21:15-03:10

1 stop4h 55m

Istanbul

Sun 9/11

06:30-10:00

1 stop4h 30m

£171

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

What is the cheapest month to fly to Istanbul?

The month of January is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Istanbul from Bucharest, with most prices found around £97. If you aren’t able to travel to Istanbul during the month of January, then flying in February is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of £100.

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

On average, the least expensive day to fly to Istanbul from Bucharest is on a Friday. momondo users have found tickets for Friday departures for as low as £373. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. Flights from Bucharest to Istanbul on a Sunday will generally be more expensive and average around £661. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.

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

Flying to Istanbul from Bucharest at midday is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as £114 when looking at flights departing at midday. Flights to Istanbul are more costly in the evening, with an average ticket price of £654. Departure times in the evening fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.

What is the cheapest Bucharest to Istanbul flight route?

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Istanbul from Bucharest when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Istanbul for around £113 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Istanbul from Bucharest for as low as £88 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.

Cheap Bucharest to Istanbul flight deals and tips

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from Bucharest to Istanbul

Fastest flight time

1h 15m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in Istanbul

2 airports
The fastest flight from Bucharest to Istanbul takes 1h 15m
Direct flights go from Bucharest to Istanbul every day.
There are 2 airports near Istanbul: Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen (SAW), Istanbul (IST)
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  • How far is Bucharest to Istanbul by plane?

    The straight-line distance from Bucharest to Istanbul is 276.5 mi. Flights usually cover this in 1h 15m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.

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

    Prices for flights from Bucharest to Istanbul are updated daily.

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

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Bucharest to Istanbul.

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

    The required travel and health documents for your Istanbul trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Istanbul. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from Bucharest to Istanbul

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Airline
Rating
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Pegasus AirlinesPriceFrom £49Free CancellationRating
6.7
639 reviews
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TAROMPriceFrom £79Free CancellationRating
6.3
71 reviews
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Turkish AirlinesPriceFrom £106Free CancellationRating
7.3
3,968 reviews
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