Question 1

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

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Flying to Istanbul from Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport at midday is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as £115 when looking at flights departing at midday. Flights to Istanbul are more costly in the evening, with an average ticket price of £660. Departure times in the evening fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.

Question 2

How many flights depart from Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport to Istanbul on average per day?

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As of December 2025, 6 flights take off from Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport and land in Istanbul each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 08:00, with 44% of daily flights taking off at midday.

Question 3

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Bucharest Otopeni Intl to Istanbul?

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Pegasus Airlines, TAROM, and Air Serbia are the most popular carriers operating from Bucharest Otopeni Intl to Istanbul

Question 4

Which airlines fly to Istanbul?

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TAROM, Turkish Airlines and Pegasus Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Istanbul from Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport according to our data. TAROM is the first choice among our users, with 52% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Istanbul. Keep in mind that there are 3 different airlines that fly to Istanbul on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Question 5

What is the cheapest month to fly to Istanbul?

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The month of March is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Istanbul from Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport, with most prices found around £103. If you aren’t able to travel to Istanbul during the month of March, then flying in February is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of £104.

Question 6

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

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On average, the least expensive day to fly to Istanbul from Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport is on a Friday. momondo users have found tickets for Friday departures for as low as £339. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. Flights from Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport to Istanbul on a Saturday will generally be more expensive and average around £678. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.

Question 7

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

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

Question 8

What is the most punctual flight time for Bucharest to Istanbul flights?

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Generally, flights departing in the morning tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing in the evening have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

Question 9

How many flights depart from Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport to Istanbul on average per week?

Accepted Answer

As of December 2025, 46 flights take off from Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport and land in Istanbul each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Thu, with 28% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

Question 10

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

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Wednesday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Friday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Question 11

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Bucharest to Istanbul flights?

Accepted Answer

According to our data, Turkish Airlines have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 11% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

Question 12

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

Accepted Answer

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Istanbul from Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Istanbul for around £121 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 Otopeni Intl Airport for as low as £93 on momondo.

Question 13

How often are flights from Bucharest to Istanbul delayed?

Accepted Answer

Historically, on average around 14% of flights between Bucharest and Istanbul have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 104 minutes.

Question 14

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

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Prices are currently low for flights on this route.Typical prices usually range from £111 to £220.
The lowest price recently found on this route was £92.

Question 15

What is the cheapest Bucharest Otopeni Intl to Istanbul flight route?

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Question 16

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

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Prices for flights from Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport to Istanbul were last updated today.

Question 17

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

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As of December 2025, there are 3 operators available to choose from for flights from Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport to Istanbul.

Question 18

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

Accepted Answer

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 Otopeni Intl Airport to Istanbul.

Question 19

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

Accepted Answer

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Istanbul may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Istanbul. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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

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

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

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Bucharest Otopeni Intl to Istanbul?

Pegasus Airlines, TAROM, and Air Serbia are the most popular carriers operating from Bucharest Otopeni Intl to Istanbul

Which airlines fly to Istanbul?

How often are flights from Bucharest to Istanbul delayed?

Historically, on average around 14% of flights between Bucharest and Istanbul have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 104 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Bucharest to Istanbul flights?

Generally, flights departing in the morning tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing in the evening have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Wednesday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Friday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Bucharest to Istanbul flights?

According to our data, Turkish Airlines have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 11% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

How many flights depart from Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport to Istanbul on average per day?

As of December 2025, 6 flights take off from Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport and land in Istanbul each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 08:00, with 44% of daily flights taking off at midday.

How many flights depart from Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport to Istanbul on average per week?

As of December 2025, 46 flights take off from Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport and land in Istanbul each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Thu, with 28% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

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