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$74+ Cheap flights from Otopeni Intl (OTP) 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 9/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
OTP — IST
Aug 28 — Sep 41
Fri 8/28
Fri 9/4
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Otopeni Intl to Istanbul
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Otopeni Intl to Istanbul. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 29, 2026.

This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/313:55 pm
OTP
-
IST
Nonstop1h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Sat 9/510:50 am
IST
-
OTP
Nonstop1h 15m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 7/25$130
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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.
Mon 9/148:35 pm
OTP
-
IST
Nonstop1h 50m
TAROM
Tue 9/1510:15 am
IST
-
OTP
Nonstop1h 15m
TAROM
Deal found 7/27$131
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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.
Mon 9/78:35 pm
OTP
-
IST
Nonstop1h 50m
TAROM
Sun 9/2011:15 pm
IST
-
OTP
Nonstop1h 45m
TAROM
Deal found 7/27$132
This TAROM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
Sat 9/269:10 pm
OTP
-
IST
Nonstop1h 15m
TAROM
Sun 10/410:15 am
IST
-
OTP
Nonstop1h 45m
TAROM
Deal found 7/29$133
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/148:45 pm
OTP
-
IST
Nonstop1h 50m
TAROM
Mon 8/1710:15 am
IST
-
OTP
Nonstop1h 45m
TAROM
Deal found 7/25$134
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/288:45 pm
OTP
-
IST
Nonstop1h 50m
TAROM
Mon 8/3110:15 am
IST
-
OTP
Nonstop1h 45m
TAROM
Deal found 7/26$135
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/197:55 pm
OTP
-
IST
Nonstop1h 50m
TAROM
Mon 2/112:15 am
IST
-
OTP
Nonstop1h 15m
TAROM
Deal found 7/27$136
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/89:10 pm
OTP
-
IST
Nonstop1h 15m
TAROM
Mon 8/1011:15 pm
IST
-
OTP
Nonstop1h 45m
TAROM
Deal found 7/27$137
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/78:35 pm
OTP
-
IST
Nonstop1h 50m
TAROM
Fri 10/910:15 am
IST
-
OTP
Nonstop1h 15m
TAROM
Deal found 7/27$138
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/88:35 pm
OTP
-
IST
Nonstop1h 50m
TAROM
Fri 9/1810:15 am
IST
-
OTP
Nonstop1h 15m
TAROM
Deal found 7/27$139
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/218:10 am
OTP
-
IST
Nonstop1h 15m
TAROM
Sun 8/2311:15 pm
IST
-
OTP
Nonstop1h 45m
TAROM
Deal found 7/28$140
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/303:55 pm
OTP
-
IST
Nonstop1h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Thu 9/310:50 am
IST
-
OTP
Nonstop1h 15m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 7/27$142

Find flight deals from Otopeni Intl to Istanbul

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Otopeni Intl (OTP) 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 July 29, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$130
(Booking.com)

One-way from

$74
(Booking.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$165

Good round-trip deal

$781 or less

Good one-way deal

$170 or less
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Otopeni Intl 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 July 29, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport that are best for you.

Fly from

Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

BucharestIstanbul

OTP - IST

OTPIST

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Wed 9/2

8:35 pm-10:25 pm

Nonstop1h 50m

Istanbul

Sat 9/5

10:15 am-12:00 pm

Nonstop1h 45m

$151
Quickest round-trip

BucharestIstanbul

OTP - IST

OTPIST

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Tue 8/18

1:25 pm-2:50 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

Istanbul

Mon 8/31

1:15 pm-2:35 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

$174

BucharestIstanbul

OTP - IST

OTPIST

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Mon 9/14

4:30 am-3:40 am

1 stop23h 10m

Istanbul

Wed 9/16

4:25 am-3:20 pm

1 stop10h 55m

$178

BucharestIstanbul

OTP - IST

OTPIST

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Sat 9/19

4:05 pm-3:40 am

1 stop11h 35m

Istanbul

Sun 9/20

3:45 pm-3:05 am

1 stop11h 20m

$178

BucharestIstanbul

OTP - IST

OTPIST

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Wed 9/9

4:05 pm-3:40 am

1 stop11h 35m

Istanbul

Sun 9/20

4:25 am-3:05 am

1 stop22h 40m

$179

BucharestIstanbul

OTP - IST

OTPIST

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Fri 12/18

4:30 am-5:00 pm

1 stop11h 30m

Istanbul

Tue 2/2

5:30 am-3:35 pm

1 stop11h 05m

$179

BucharestIstanbul

OTP - IST

OTPIST

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Tue 9/8

4:05 pm-3:40 am

1 stop11h 35m

Istanbul

Mon 9/21

4:40 pm-3:20 pm

1 stop22h 40m

$179

BucharestIstanbul

OTP - IST

OTPIST

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Sat 10/17

4:30 am-3:40 am

1 stop23h 10m

Istanbul

Thu 10/22

4:25 am-3:20 pm

1 stop10h 55m

$179

BucharestIstanbul

OTP - IST

OTPIST

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Sat 9/19

4:05 pm-3:00 pm

1 stop22h 55m

Istanbul

Mon 9/21

4:40 pm-3:20 pm

1 stop22h 40m

$180

BucharestIstanbul

OTP - IST

OTPIST

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Sat 9/26

4:30 am-3:55 pm

1 stop11h 25m

Istanbul

Wed 9/30

3:45 pm-3:05 am

1 stop11h 20m

$181

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Deals found on 7/29

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Compare providers for flights from Otopeni Intl 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 Otopeni Intl to Istanbul in July.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapOairPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice 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 Otopeni Intl Airport-Istanbul Airport flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport-Istanbul Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport-Istanbul Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport-Istanbul Airport flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub 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 Otopeni Intl Airport-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 Otopeni Intl to Istanbul

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Istanbul from Otopeni Intl with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

The price you pay for your flight from Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 72 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport (average of $155). Flying from Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $201). 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 OTP to IST?

Find hourly flight availability from Otopeni Intl 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 July 29, 2026.

Unlike in the evening, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 15% on flights from Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport by exploring options for tickets at noon.

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

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport flights typically cost between $140 and $254 in August.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $130 on Turkish Airlines (Aug 31-Sep 5).

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 July 29, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Turkish Airlines,Pegasus Airlines, andTAROM from Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport 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
7.4
Good
4,455 reviews

Food

7.5

Crew

7.8

Boarding

7.3

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2026

KRK - IST

Of course, when one books a trip in "sardine class," one realizes that comfort is an expensive option. That having been said, the seats were in the seat no comfortable. However, this was more than compensated by the excellent (for coach) food service and the helpfulness of the crew. I also loved that Turkish Airlines does not nickle-and-dime you on luggage. Yes, I would go with them again.
Turkish Airlines
7.4
Good
4,455 reviews
Turkish Airlines
7.4
Good
4,455 reviews

Food

7.5

Crew

7.8

Boarding

7.3

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2026

KRK - IST

Of course, when one books a trip in "sardine class," one realizes that comfort is an expensive option. That having been said, the seats were in the seat no comfortable. However, this was more than compensated by the excellent (for coach) food service and the helpfulness of the crew. I also loved that Turkish Airlines does not nickle-and-dime you on luggage. Yes, I would go with them again.
Pegasus Airlines
6.6
Okay
633 reviews
Turkish Airlines
7.4
Good
4,455 reviews

Food

7.5

Crew

7.8

Boarding

7.3

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2026

KRK - IST

Of course, when one books a trip in "sardine class," one realizes that comfort is an expensive option. That having been said, the seats were in the seat no comfortable. However, this was more than compensated by the excellent (for coach) food service and the helpfulness of the crew. I also loved that Turkish Airlines does not nickle-and-dime you on luggage. Yes, I would go with them again.
TAROM
6.4
Okay
72 reviews
Turkish Airlines
7.4
Good
4,455 reviews

Food

7.5

Crew

7.8

Boarding

7.3

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2026

KRK - IST

Of course, when one books a trip in "sardine class," one realizes that comfort is an expensive option. That having been said, the seats were in the seat no comfortable. However, this was more than compensated by the excellent (for coach) food service and the helpfulness of the crew. I also loved that Turkish Airlines does not nickle-and-dime you on luggage. Yes, I would go with them again.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Otopeni Intl 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 Otopeni Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport?

    TAROM, Turkish Airlines, and Air Serbia can get you from Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport in just under 1h 25m. Your travel time can differ by up to 9h 05m. Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport and Istanbul Airport are separated by a distance of 264 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport round-trip from $108. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are TAROM, from $109, and Pegasus Airlines, from $109. You may be able to fly from Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport for 37% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $58 on Animawings. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Pegasus Airlines from $59 and TAROM from $72 one-way.

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

    Consider Egyptair (95%), Turkish Airlines (79%) or TAROM (75%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport.

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

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport? While on average our users pay $1,673, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $89. The most popular route (Bucharest Otopeni Intl - Istanbul), is priced around $135.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Otopeni Intl to Istanbul?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Otopeni Intl 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 Otopeni Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport (average of $155). Flying from Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $201). 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 4 airlines flying from Otopeni Intl to Istanbul

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Otopeni Intl 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 July 29, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AnimawingsCheapest$108Average$166FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
TAROMCheapest$109Average$178FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time86%
Pegasus AirlinesCheapest$109Average$146FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$136Average$196FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%

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