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Cheap Flights from Istanbul to Bucharest Otopeni

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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Istanbul to Bucharest Otopeni? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Bucharest.R 914 per passenger.Departing Fri, 13 Mar.One-way flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Fri, 13 Mar, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 914, select.
Bucharest.R 914 per passenger.Departing Thu, 18 Dec.One-way flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Thu, 18 Dec, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 914, select.
Bucharest.R 914 per passenger.Departing Wed, 4 Feb.One-way flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Wed, 4 Feb, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 914, select.
Bucharest.R 929 per passenger.Departing Thu, 15 Jan.One-way flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Thu, 15 Jan, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 929, select.
Bucharest.R 929 per passenger.Departing Wed, 26 Nov.One-way flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Wed, 26 Nov, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 929, select.
Bucharest.R 1,018 per passenger.Departing Wed, 1 Oct.One-way flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Wed, 1 Oct, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,018, select.
Bucharest.R 1,030 per passenger.Departing Thu, 25 Sep.One-way flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Thu, 25 Sep, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,030, select.
Bucharest.R 1,187 per passenger.Departing Wed, 15 Oct.One-way flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Wed, 15 Oct, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,187, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Bucharest Otopeni

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Istanbul to Bucharest Otopeni flights are currently cheapest in December.
Aug
from R 2,035
Sep
from R 1,024
Oct
from R 1,012
Nov
from R 923
Dec
from R 908
Jan
from R 923
Feb
from R 908
Mar
from R 908
Apr
from R 1,532
May
from R 1,532
Jun
from R 1,539
Jul
from R 1,532

Direct flights from Istanbul to Bucharest Otopeni

Istanbul to Bucharest Otopeni: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Istanbul to Bucharest below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Bucharest Otopeni.

Istanbul to Bucharest: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 908
Cheapest month to flyDecember
Average flight time1 hr, 21 mins
Most popular airlineTAROM
Average flights per week164

Finding cheap flights from Istanbul to Bucharest Otopeni: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Istanbul to Bucharest Otopeni is R 1,953. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
1 hour and 21 minutes is the average flight time from Istanbul to Bucharest Otopeni.
TAROM, Turkish Airlines and Animawings fly direct from Istanbul to Bucharest Otopeni.
As of August 2025, there are 164 flights per week flying from Istanbul to Bucharest Otopeni.
The cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Bucharest Otopeni is usually February.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Istanbul to Bucharest Otopeni Airport on Monday, 16 February 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 21 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Bucharest Otopeni but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Bucharest is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
The cheapest airline that flies to Bucharest Otopeni is Pegasus Airlines .

Travelling from Istanbul to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP): What you need to know

  • Get your holiday planning underway by working out where you'll catch your flight from Istanbul to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP). Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) and Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) are the main airports in Istanbul.

  • Expect to be travelling for 1 hour 25 minutes. On average, that's the time it takes for a direct Istanbul to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport flight.

  • The timezone in Bucharest is UTC+2, which is one hour behind Istanbul. Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport is located in Bucharest.

  • With 36 direct flights a week between the two airports, Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) is the busiest route. TAROM operates the earliest flight at 12:15am. If you'd like to get more out of your day before leaving, the latest flight from IST to OTP is with TAROM at 11:35pm.

  • Give yourself enough time to get on your flight from Istanbul to OTP. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • If you're travelling during a bank holiday or other peak period, allow extra time. Get there two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at check-in and security will be longer.

Airports in Istanbul

Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

  • You can find a direct flight from Istanbul to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) departing from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST).

  • You can travel on a direct flight from Istanbul to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport with Turkish Airlines. This popular airline operates departures from IST.

  • The airline with the highest booking numbers between IST and OTP is Turkish Airlines.

  • The journey from central Istanbul to IST takes around 1 hour 45 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 48 kilometres in 50 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.

  • Searching for a convenient hotel close to Istanbul Ataturk Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Istanbul to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport, these stays will put you moments from check-in:

Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)

  • Think about kicking off your journey from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW). You can book a direct Istanbul to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) plane ticket with departures from this hub.

  • Catch your direct flight from Istanbul to OTP with Pegasus. This is one of the leading carriers operating this route out of SAW.

  • On the SAW to OTP route, Pegasus is the top airline in terms of bookings.

  • Pegasus ranks as the most punctual carrier operating flights between Sabiha Gokcen International Airport and Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport.

  • You can arrive at SAW from central Istanbul in about 55 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 30 minutes to travel the 48 kilometres or so.

  • Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your Istanbul to OTP flight? Unwind in a hotel near Sabiha Gokcen International Airport before your adventure officially begins. These stays have a room with your name on it:

  • Sabiha Gokcen International Airport has an on-time performance of 76.93%. This figure sheds light on how frequently flights that depart from this airport arrive on schedule.

About Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)

Getting from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) to central Bucharest

  • Central Bucharest is around 21 kilometres from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport and takes about 35 minutes to reach by car. Explore your options for getting into the city, whether that's with a car hire, cab or ride-share.

  • If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 35 minutes.

How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)

  • The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Istanbul to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport is R 914. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 1,941. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares can change.

  • Lock in cheap flights from Istanbul to OTP by booking six months ahead. Based on our research, that's the ideal time frame for picking up a bargain.

  • Schedule your trip for November. That's the best month for scoring the biggest deals on Istanbul to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport tickets. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.

  • Snapping up a cheap plane ticket from Istanbul to OTP is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as a lower fare pops up.

  • Lock in a cheap flight from Istanbul to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport by using filters. Choose your preferred duration, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

The best time to fly from Istanbul to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)

  • April is the quietest month for flights from Istanbul to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP), while July is the most popular. Figure out the best time to visit Bucharest based on whether you like a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.

  • Lock in an Istanbul to OTP plane ticket departing in August if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Bucharest to range from 17ºC (63ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).

  • Search for cheap tickets from Istanbul to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -9ºC (16ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF).

More about Bucharest

  • When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Bucharest right here. Check out these hotels once you've booked your flight from Istanbul to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport:

  • There are so many things to discover in this city, it can be tricky to know where to begin. Caru' cu Bere, Old town Bucharest and Holocaust Memorial are highlights which should be on any well-planned Bucharest itinerary.

Explore more of Romania

  • You've visited Bucharest, now it's time to discover other corners of Romania. Journey about 177 kilometres west to Craiova to tick off its leading attractions. From Craiova Botanical Garden to Nicolae Romanescu Park and Craiova's Art Museum, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.

  • If you're looking to explore another corner of Romania, head for Galaţi, about 177 kilometres north-east of Bucharest. Faleza Dunării, Locomotiva cu aburi and Mihai Eminescu Park are key highlights.

Plan the rest of your trip from Istanbul to Bucharest

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