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Cheap flights from Bucharest to Istanbul from €70

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TAROM Logo
21:10 - 22:25OTP-IST
1h 15mdirect
TAROM Logo
23:15 - 00:30IST-OTP
1h 15mdirect
€124TAROM
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Sat, 11 Oct - Wed, 15 Oct
TAROM Logo
15:50 - 18:40OTP-IST
1h 50mdirect
TAROM Logo
00:30 - 00:45IST-OTP
1h 15mdirect
€129TAROM
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Wed, 31 Dec - Fri, 2 Jan
Turkish Airlines Logo
15:55 - 17:25OTP-IST
1h 30mdirect
Turkish Airlines Logo
06:50 - 08:10IST-OTP
1h 20mdirect
€130Turkish Airlines
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Wed, 1 Oct - Mon, 6 Oct
Turkish Airlines Logo
21:50 - 23:20OTP-IST
1h 30mdirect
Turkish Airlines Logo
13:15 - 14:35IST-OTP
1h 20mdirect
€133Turkish Airlines
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Wed, 1 Oct - Sun, 5 Oct
Logo
19:35 - 23:10OTP-IST
27h 35m2 stops
Logo
04:45 - 19:25IST-OTP
14h 40m1 stop
€141
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Wed, 1 Oct - Sun, 5 Oct
Logo
12:00 - 03:50OTP-IST
15h 50m1 stop
Logo
04:45 - 19:25IST-OTP
14h 40m1 stop
€144
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Wed, 1 Oct - Sun, 5 Oct
Air Serbia Logo
04:30 - 15:55OTP-IST
10h 25m1 stop
Air Serbia Logo
05:30 - 15:15IST-OTP
10h 45m1 stop
€150Air Serbia
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Thu, 5 Feb - Mon, 9 Feb
Lufthansa Logo
14:50 - 22:45OTP-IST
6h 55m1 stop
Lufthansa Logo
06:30 - 18:30IST-OTP
13h 00m1 stop
€186Lufthansa
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Thu, 4 Dec - Mon, 8 Dec
Lufthansa Logo
14:50 - 22:45OTP-IST
6h 55m1 stop
Lufthansa Logo
06:30 - 14:15IST-OTP
8h 45m1 stop
€187Lufthansa
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Fri, 6 Feb - Sun, 8 Feb
Air Serbia Logo
04:30 - 03:30OTP-IST
23h 00m1 stop
Air Serbia Logo
18:45 - 03:05IST-OTP
8h 20m1 stop
€188Air Serbia
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Sat, 4 Oct - Sun, 5 Oct

KLM flights from Bucharest to Istanbul Airport

Our best KLM deals on Bucharest to Istanbul Airport flight tickets
KLM
8 Oct
OTP13:45Bucharest Otopeni Intl
11h 35m
1 stop
IST01:20Istanbul
11 Oct
IST17:05Istanbul
7h 50m
1 stop
OTP00:55Bucharest Otopeni Intl
€210
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KLM
4 Oct
OTP13:45Bucharest Otopeni Intl
11h 35m
1 stop
IST01:20Istanbul
7 Oct
IST06:10Istanbul
11h 10m
1 stop
OTP17:20Bucharest Otopeni Intl
€213
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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
1 Oct
OTP15:55Bucharest Otopeni Intl
1h 30m
IST17:25Istanbul
6 Oct
IST06:50Istanbul
1h 20m
OTP08:10Bucharest Otopeni Intl
€130
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Turkish Airlines
1 Oct
OTP21:50Bucharest Otopeni Intl
1h 30m
IST23:20Istanbul
5 Oct
IST13:15Istanbul
1h 20m
OTP14:35Bucharest Otopeni Intl
€133
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Turkish Airlines
4 Oct
OTP21:55Bucharest Otopeni Intl
1h 30m
IST23:25Istanbul
8 Oct
IST06:50Istanbul
1h 20m
OTP08:10Bucharest Otopeni Intl
€134
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Customise 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 13,528 searches. Data last updated 12 August 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Bucharest to Istanbul Airport that are best for you.

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BucharestIstanbul

OTP - IST

OTPIST

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Sat 11/10

21:10-22:25

Nonstop1h 15m

Istanbul

Wed 15/10

23:15-00:30

Nonstop1h 15m

€124

BucharestIstanbul

OTP - IST

OTPIST

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Wed 31/12

15:50-18:40

Nonstop1h 50m

Istanbul

Fri 2/1

00:30-00:45

Nonstop1h 15m

€129

BucharestIstanbul

OTP - IST

OTPIST

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Wed 1/10

15:55-17:25

Nonstop1h 30m

Istanbul

Mon 6/10

06:50-08:10

Nonstop1h 20m

€130

BucharestIstanbul

OTP - IST

OTPIST

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Wed 1/10

21:50-23:20

Nonstop1h 30m

Istanbul

Sun 5/10

13:15-14:35

Nonstop1h 20m

€133

BucharestIstanbul

OTP - IST

OTPIST

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Wed 1/10

19:35-23:10

2 stops27h 35m

Istanbul

Sun 5/10

04:45-19:25

1 stop14h 40m

€141

BucharestIstanbul

OTP - IST

OTPIST

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Wed 1/10

12:00-03:50

1 stop15h 50m

Istanbul

Sun 5/10

04:45-19:25

1 stop14h 40m

€144

BucharestIstanbul

OTP - IST

OTPIST

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Thu 5/2

04:30-15:55

1 stop10h 25m

Istanbul

Mon 9/2

05:30-15:15

1 stop10h 45m

€150

BucharestIstanbul

OTP - IST

OTPIST

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Thu 4/12

14:50-22:45

1 stop6h 55m

Istanbul

Mon 8/12

06:30-18:30

1 stop13h 00m

€186

BucharestIstanbul

OTP - IST

OTPIST

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Fri 6/2

14:50-22:45

1 stop6h 55m

Istanbul

Sun 8/2

06:30-14:15

1 stop8h 45m

€187

BucharestIstanbul

OTP - IST

OTPIST

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Sat 4/10

04:30-03:30

1 stop23h 00m

Istanbul

Sun 5/10

18:45-03:05

1 stop8h 20m

€188

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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?

If you are unable to visit Istanbul Airport during the month of January, then departing from Bucharest during the month February is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around €117.

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

The cheapest day to depart from Bucharest to Istanbul Airport is on a Saturday when prices can be found for as low as €621. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Friday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Istanbul Airport on Friday is €849.

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

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Istanbul Airport is in the morning. Flights from Bucharest to Istanbul Airport during this time can be as low as €262. Try not to purchase tickets in the evening because they tend to be around €858. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

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 €131 when searching weeks before you fly. 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 €101 on momondo.

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

There are 2 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.

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

As of August 2025, prices for Bucharest to Istanbul Airport flights are approximately 11% 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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Cheap Bucharest to Istanbul Airport (BUH to IST) flight deals and tips

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Best price found

€70

Fastest flight time

1h 15m

Direct flights

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The best one-way flight to Istanbul Airport from Bucharest in the past 72 hours is €70. The best return flight deal from Bucharest to Istanbul Airport found on momondo in the last 72 hours is €124.
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?

    Istanbul is 411.5 km away from Bucharest. 1h 15m is a normal flight duration for this route.

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

    Prices for flights from Bucharest to Istanbul Airport refresh daily.

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

    Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Bucharest to Istanbul Airport.

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

    The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Istanbul Airport 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 licence and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Istanbul Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

  • 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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TAROMPriceFrom €87Free CancellationRating
6.5
72 reviews
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  • TAROM Flights From Bucharest to Istanbul Airport

    The lowest priced TAROM flight from Bucharest to Istanbul Airport from the last 72 hours was €101. Generally, TAROM has 22 flights on this route every week with an average price of €179. TAROM is rated 6.5/10 by our users.

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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 allows you to filter the results for Bucharest to Istanbul flights to just show those with flexible booking policies.

How can momondo help me find flights from Bucharest to Istanbul?

Once you have performed a search in the form on the page, momondo provides useful filters and insights. We can show you the cheapest days and times to fly as well as help filter your options to help you make an informed choice when booking flights to Istanbul from Bucharest.

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