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$73+ Cheap flights from Bucharest (BUH) to Istanbul (IST)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 4/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BUH — IST
Jan 20 — Jan 271
Tue 1/20
Tue 1/27
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Bucharest to Istanbul are usually found in March or January, booked 83 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Thursday and return on a Friday

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Cheapest flights from Bucharest to Istanbul
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Bucharest to Istanbul. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 21, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/309:00 amOTP - IST
1 stop7h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sun 1/410:40 amIST - OTP
1 stop6h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/19$222
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/309:00 amOTP - IST
1 stop7h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sat 1/310:40 amIST - OTP
1 stop6h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/19$241
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/2512:55 pmOTP - IST
1 stop5h 35mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/291:15 pmIST - OTP
Nonstop1h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/20$247
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/266:30 pmOTP - IST
Nonstop1h 20mAnimawings
Mon 12/291:15 pmIST - OTP
Nonstop1h 20mAnimawings
Deal found 12/20$265
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/2512:55 pmOTP - IST
1 stop5h 35mMultiple Airlines
Fri 12/2612:30 amIST - OTP
Nonstop1h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/20$269
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/266:30 pmOTP - IST
Nonstop1h 20mAnimawings
Sun 12/286:20 pmIST - OTP
Nonstop1h 20mAnimawings
Deal found 12/20$293
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/2512:55 pmOTP - IST
1 stop5h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/281:50 pmIST - OTP
Nonstop1h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/20$297
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/289:40 amOTP - IST
1 stop10h 00mMultiple Airlines
Thu 1/16:20 pmIST - OTP
Nonstop1h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/20$300
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/2412:55 pmOTP - IST
1 stop10h 20mMultiple Airlines
Fri 12/269:35 pmIST - OTP
Nonstop1h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/20$308
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/253:30 pmOTP - IST
Nonstop1h 35mTAROM
Sun 12/2811:40 amIST - OTP
Nonstop1h 45mTAROM
Deal found 12/20$317
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/2410:10 amOTP - IST
Nonstop1h 20mAnimawings
Mon 12/291:15 pmIST - OTP
Nonstop1h 20mAnimawings
Deal found 12/20$318
This TAROM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure TAROM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/253:30 pmOTP - IST
Nonstop1h 35mTAROM
Fri 12/2612:30 amIST - OTP
Nonstop1h 15mTAROM
Deal found 12/20$322

Find flight deals from Bucharest to Istanbul

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Bucharest (BUH) to Istanbul (IST). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated December 21, 2025.

Most accurate provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Round-trip from

$121
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$73
(Booking.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$205

Good round-trip deal

$268 or less

Good one-way deal

$184 or less
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price ($8 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($5 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Average for round-trip flights in December 2025
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Bucharest (BUH) to Istanbul.
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize 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, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 21, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Bucharest to Istanbul Airport that are best for you.

Fly from

Bucharest

Fly to

Istanbul

Route

Depart

Return

Price

BucharestIstanbul

OTP - IST

OTPIST

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Mon 1/19

4:20 pm-7:10 pm

Nonstop1h 50m

Istanbul

Fri 1/23

1:15 pm-1:35 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

$144

BucharestIstanbul

OTP - IST

OTPIST

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Fri 2/6

8:00 am-10:50 am

Nonstop1h 50m

Istanbul

Mon 2/9

11:40 am-12:25 pm

Nonstop1h 45m

$149

BucharestIstanbul

OTP - IST

OTPIST

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Fri 3/6

3:50 pm-6:40 pm

Nonstop1h 50m

Istanbul

Tue 3/31

12:15 am-12:30 am

Nonstop0h 15m

$149

BucharestIstanbul

OTP - IST

OTPIST

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Tue 2/24

8:35 am-10:50 am

Nonstop1h 15m

Istanbul

Fri 2/27

11:40 am-12:25 pm

Nonstop1h 45m

$149

BucharestIstanbul

OTP - IST

OTPIST

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Sun 3/8

7:55 pm-10:45 pm

Nonstop1h 50m

Istanbul

Sun 3/15

11:40 am-12:25 pm

Nonstop1h 45m

$149

BucharestIstanbul

OTP - IST

OTPIST

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Thu 2/5

9:50 pm-12:20 am

Nonstop1h 30m

Istanbul

Sun 2/8

1:50 pm-2:10 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

$153

BucharestIstanbul

OTP - IST

OTPIST

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Sun 4/12

7:55 pm-10:45 pm

Nonstop2h 50m

$73

BucharestIstanbul

OTP - IST

OTPIST

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Fri 5/1

3:50 pm-6:40 pm

Nonstop2h 50m

$73

BucharestIstanbul

OTP - IST

OTPIST

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Tue 1/6

9:10 pm-11:25 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

$78

BucharestIstanbul

OTP - IST

OTPIST

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Sun 2/22

7:55 pm-10:45 pm

Nonstop1h 50m

$78

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 12/18

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Compare providers for flights from Bucharest to Istanbul

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Bucharest to Istanbul in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
GotogatePrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Trip.comPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
SmartFaresPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*1 star

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Bucharest-Istanbul Airport flights, users find the pricing of Mytrip to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. Mytrip Users can find the same prices on Bucharest-Istanbul Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. Mytrip >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Bucharest-Istanbul Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Bucharest-Istanbul Airport flights, Cheapflights users trust Mytrip the most. Mytrip has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Bucharest-Istanbul Airport flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Bucharest to Istanbul

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Istanbul from Bucharest with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Bucharest to Istanbul Airport

How far ahead should I book a flight from Bucharest to Istanbul Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Bucharest to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on December 12, 2025.

Booking 83 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Bucharest to Istanbul Airport. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Bucharest to Istanbul Airport?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Bucharest to Istanbul Airport (average of $91). Flying from Bucharest to Istanbul Airport in October is currently the most expensive (average of $113). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from BUH to IST?

Find hourly flight availability from Bucharest to Istanbul. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 21, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Bucharest to Istanbul Airport is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 26% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Bucharest to Istanbul Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Bucharest to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on December 20, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Bucharest to Istanbul Airport flight should consider departing on Tuesday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Bucharest to Istanbul Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from Bucharest to Istanbul. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated December 21, 2025.

The most flights from BUH to IST are scheduled on a Sunday (13 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Bucharest to Istanbul Airport?

How often are flights from Bucharest to Istanbul delayed?

About 13% of weekly flights between Bucharest and Istanbul have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 103 minutes.

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

Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening tend to experience delays more often.

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

Wednesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Friday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

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

Over the last year, Turkish Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 11% of flights being delayed.

Reviews of airlines servicing Istanbul

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Istanbul. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Istanbul. Reviews last updated December 21, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Turkish Airlines, Pegasus Airlines, and TAROM from Bucharest to Istanbul Airport. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,108 reviews

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

7.8

Overall

7.3

Boarding

7.3

Food

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Chandra,Nov 2025

ATL - IST

TV was not available in Indigo from Istanbul to Delhi. Seat was not moving back. It was jammed.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,108 reviews
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,108 reviews

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

7.8

Overall

7.3

Boarding

7.3

Food

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Chandra,Nov 2025

ATL - IST

TV was not available in Indigo from Istanbul to Delhi. Seat was not moving back. It was jammed.
Pegasus Airlines
6.7
Okay
637 reviews
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,108 reviews

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

7.8

Overall

7.3

Boarding

7.3

Food

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Chandra,Nov 2025

ATL - IST

TV was not available in Indigo from Istanbul to Delhi. Seat was not moving back. It was jammed.
TAROM
6.4
Okay
75 reviews
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,108 reviews

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

7.8

Overall

7.3

Boarding

7.3

Food

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Chandra,Nov 2025

ATL - IST

TV was not available in Indigo from Istanbul to Delhi. Seat was not moving back. It was jammed.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Bucharest to Istanbul. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Bucharest to Istanbul Airport?

    Airlines like TAROM fly from Bucharest to Istanbul Airport in about 1h 50m. The time it takes to get you to your destination is usually consistent. Airlines will cover a distance of 264 mi. Most flights are nonstop.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Bucharest to Istanbul Airport round-trip?

    According to our current data, Pegasus Airlines ($90), TAROM ($103), and Turkish Airlines ($111) offers the cheapest pricing from Bucharest to Istanbul Airport. Users have found that Pegasus Airlines is 43% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Bucharest to Istanbul Airport one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Pegasus Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $52. However, be on the lookout for offers from TAROM and Turkish Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Bucharest to Istanbul Airport for a low price.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Bucharest to Istanbul Airport?

    Consider Turkish Airlines (79%), TAROM (79%) or Animawings (57%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Bucharest to Istanbul Airport.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Bucharest to Istanbul Airport?

    On average you can expect to pay $1,151 for a flight from Bucharest to Istanbul Airport. The cheapest flight overall is $79 while the most popular route, (Bucharest Otopeni Intl - Istanbul) is currently priced at $123.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Bucharest to Istanbul that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Bucharest to Istanbul flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Bucharest to Istanbul?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Bucharest to Istanbul.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Bucharest to Istanbul?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Bucharest to Istanbul by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Bucharest to Istanbul Airport?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Bucharest to Istanbul Airport (average of $91). Flying from Bucharest to Istanbul Airport in October is currently the most expensive (average of $113). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 3 airlines flying from Bucharest to Istanbul

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Bucharest to Istanbul. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 21, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Pegasus AirlinesCheapest$90Average$138FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
TAROMCheapest$103Average$164FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time86%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$111Average$186FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%

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