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A non-stop flight is the most convenient and comfortable way to fly from Bucharest to Istanbul, despite the fact that sometimes flights with transfers can cost significantly less.
Of the 4 airlines serving Bucharest — Istanbul, only a handful fly every day — Turkish Airlines and Tarom. Pegasus Airlines flies every day except Tuesday and Thursday. Animawings flies every day except Tuesday and Saturday.
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More than 5 airlines operate flights from Bucharest to Istanbul, including Tarom, Pegasus Airlines, Turkish Airlines, LC Busre SAC, and Animawings. This is a popular route, so passengers can choose tickets based on budget and preferences. Ticket prices start from $53, and our service lets you instantly compare all options. The variety of offers simplifies planning: you can choose budget fares or more comfortable options with baggage included or extra services. We help you find the best deals so your trip is cost-efficient.
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Bucharest — Istanbul
06/20/2026
Departure
Direct flight
RO265
starting at $53
Bucharest — Istanbul
08/22/2026
Departure
Direct flight
RO265
starting at $56
Bucharest — Istanbul
08/05/2026
Departure
Direct flight
RO261
starting at $56
Bucharest — Istanbul
08/06/2026
Departure
Direct flight
RO263
starting at $56
Bucharest — Istanbul
10/03/2026
Departure
Direct flight
RO265
starting at $58
Bucharest — Istanbul
09/14/2026
Departure
Direct flight
RO265
starting at $60
Bucharest — Istanbul
09/15/2026
Departure
Direct flight
RO265
starting at $60
Bucharest — Istanbul
09/18/2026
Departure
Direct flight
RO265
starting at $60
Bucharest — Istanbul
09/06/2026
Departure
Direct flight
RO265
starting at $60
Bucharest — Istanbul
07/09/2026
Departure
Direct flight
RO263
starting at $60
Turkish Airlines
Every day
starting at $106
Tarom
Every day
starting at $102
Pegasus Airlines
Su, Mo, We, Fr, and Sa
starting at $82
Animawings
Su, Mo, We, Th, and Fr
starting at $96
Bucharest is served primarily by Henri Coandă International (OTP), the city’s main international hub handling most long-haul and full-service carriers, and the smaller Aurel Vlaicu/Băneasa (BBU), which typically caters to low-cost and charter flights. OTP sits about 16–18 km north of the city center and is reachable by express train or bus in roughly 25–40 minutes; fares for public transport are usually modest, while taxis or rideshares can take 25–45 minutes depending on traffic and may be pricier. BBU is closer to central Bucharest (around 8 km) and can be quicker for budget travelers, though it has fewer amenities and connections. Pros: OTP offers broader international connectivity and more services; BBU can be more convenient for short hops and low-cost carriers. Cons: both can experience peak-time congestion and travel times vary with traffic; low-cost flights from BBU may include extra fees for extras.
Istanbul Airport (IST) is the city’s main international hub, handling most long-haul and full-service carriers as well as many international transfer connections. Located roughly 40–50 km northwest of the historical center, it can be reached by metro, dedicated airport shuttle buses and taxis; travel time is typically 35–60 minutes depending on traffic, with public-transfer fares generally lower than taxi fares. The complex is modern and geared toward connecting passengers, offering a broad range of lounges, shops and services, though distances between terminals and gates can be long. For many travelers IST can be more convenient for international itineraries, while those prioritizing closer access to central neighborhoods may weigh the longer transfer.
The cheapest flight ticket from Bucharest to Istanbul according to data for the last 48 hours costs $53
Often the best time to buy tickets from Bucharest to Istanbul is 2 months before departure.
Based on statistics over the past years, the lowest prices for flights from Bucharest to Istanbul can be found flying in these months: May, June, September.
The fastest flights from Bucharest to Istanbul start from 50 minutes in the air.
The following airlines operate direct flights on the route Bucharest — Istanbul: Tarom
The cost of a one-way flight from Bucharest to Istanbul ranges from $60 (May 2026) to $74 (January 2027). On average, the ticket price is about $66–$132.
Tickets from Bucharest to Istanbul cost roughly the same any month. This is convenient: you can plan your trip based on your schedule rather than prices.
There is a slight difference: it's a bit cheaper in May 2026–June 2026 (averaging $61) and slightly more in October 2026–January 2027 ($71). But overall, the difference is small.
On this route, you don't need to target specific months — prices are stable. The difference between the cheapest and most expensive period is only 14%. Book whenever it's convenient.
Monthly price variation is just 7.4%. Ticket costs on this route are among the most predictable.
The cheapest one-way flight from Bucharest to Istanbul departs on 06/20/2026, is operated by Tarom and costs $53
The cheapest roundtrip flight from Bucharest to Istanbul departs on 08/22/2026, is operated by Tarom and costs $109
Fastest flight from Bucharest to Istanbul takes 0h 50m
There are direct flights on this route 7 days a week: Su, Mo, Tu, We, Th, Fr, and Sa
The distance between Bucharest and Istanbul is 444km (275 miles). The average flight duration is 1h 26m. There are 55 direct flights from Bucharest to Istanbul. The time difference between Bucharest and Istanbul is 1h. Flights from Bucharest begin at 7:35 AM. The latest flight from Bucharest departs at 9:45 PM
