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$60+ 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 2/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BUH — IST
Jan 8 — Jan 151
Wed 1/8
Wed 1/15
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Bucharest to Istanbul are usually found in November or July, booked 76 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Thursday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap 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 January 3, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$108
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$60
(Mytrip)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$151
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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 January 3, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/3. 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 2/56:45 amOTP - IST
1 stop15h 30mMultiple Airlines
Mon 2/1011:55 pmIST - OTP
1 stop15h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/3$108
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/3. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 1/257:55 pmOTP - IST
Nonstop1h 50mTAROM
Mon 1/2712:15 amIST - OTP
Nonstop1h 15mTAROM
Deal found 1/3$111
This Air Serbia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/3. 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 Air Serbia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 1/284:05 pmOTP - IST
1 stop22h 50mAir Serbia
Thu 1/305:30 amIST - OTP
1 stop22h 40mAir Serbia
Deal found 1/3$149
This Aegean Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/3. 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 Aegean Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/29:50 amOTP - IST
1 stop5h 10mAegean Airlines
Wed 5/73:50 pmIST - OTP
1 stop4h 25mAegean Airlines
Deal found 1/3$210
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/3. 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 Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 1/242:30 pmOTP - IST
1 stop7h 15mLufthansa
Sun 1/267:00 pmIST - OTP
1 stop19h 45mLufthansa
Deal found 1/3$265
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/3. 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 Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 1/174:25 pmOTP - IST
Nonstop0h 15mTurkish Airlines
Wed 1/222:20 pmIST - OTP
Nonstop1h 20mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 1/3$322
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/3. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/68:05 amOTP - IST
1 stop15h 25mBritish Airways
Sun 2/98:30 amIST - OTP
1 stop16h 15mBritish Airways
Deal found 1/3$395

Find flights from Bucharest to Istanbul within your budget

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 January 3, 2025.

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BucharestIstanbul

OTP - IST

OTPIST

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Wed 2/5

6:45 am-11:15 pm

1 stop15h 30m

Istanbul

Mon 2/10

11:55 pm-2:20 pm

1 stop15h 25m

$108

BucharestIstanbul

OTP - IST

OTPIST

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Sat 1/25

7:55 pm-10:45 pm

Nonstop1h 50m

Istanbul

Tue 1/28

11:40 am-11:55 am

Nonstop1h 15m

$111

BucharestIstanbul

OTP - IST

OTPIST

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Tue 1/28

4:05 pm-3:55 pm

1 stop22h 50m

Istanbul

Thu 1/30

5:30 am-3:10 am

1 stop22h 40m

$149

BucharestIstanbul

OTP - IST

OTPIST

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Fri 5/2

9:50 am-3:00 pm

1 stop5h 10m

Istanbul

Wed 5/7

3:50 pm-8:15 pm

1 stop4h 25m

$210

BucharestIstanbul

OTP - IST

OTPIST

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Fri 1/24

2:30 pm-10:45 pm

1 stop7h 15m

Istanbul

Sun 1/26

7:00 pm-1:45 pm

1 stop19h 45m

$265

BucharestIstanbul

OTP - IST

OTPIST

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Fri 1/17

4:25 pm-5:40 pm

Nonstop0h 15m

Istanbul

Wed 1/22

2:20 pm-2:40 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

$322

BucharestIstanbul

OTP - IST

OTPIST

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Thu 2/6

8:05 am-12:30 am

1 stop15h 25m

Istanbul

Sun 2/9

8:30 am-11:45 pm

1 stop16h 15m

$395

BucharestIstanbul

OTP - IST

OTPIST

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Sun 2/9

6:45 am-11:15 pm

1 stop15h 30m

$60

BucharestIstanbul

OTP - IST

OTPIST

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Sun 2/9

3:50 pm-6:40 pm

Nonstop1h 50m

$62

BucharestIstanbul

OTP - IST

OTPIST

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Fri 2/14

3:50 pm-4:25 am

1 stop11h 35m

$76

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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 January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Trip.comPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
GotogatePrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*2 stars
SmartFaresPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars

*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 FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Bucharest-Istanbul Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >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 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-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

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Travel insights for flights from Bucharest to Istanbul

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Bucharest to Istanbul including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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 27, 2024.

Booking 76 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Bucharest to Istanbul Airport (average of $923). Flying from Bucharest to Istanbul Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,423). 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 January 3, 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 in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight at noon could potentially save you up to 29% on airfare.

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 January 3, 2025.

The most flights from BUH to IST are scheduled on a Thursday (10 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 on average).

Rainfall in Istanbul by month

Plan your trip to Istanbul by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Istanbul Airport ranges from 0.4 - 3.9 inches per month. December is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.9 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Istanbul Airport when rainfall is around 0.4 in.

Temperature in Istanbul by month

Plan your trip to Istanbul by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Istanbul Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 41.0 F).

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 January 3, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Air Serbia and Lufthansa from Bucharest to Istanbul have to say. 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.
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very good
740 reviews

Entertainment

6.9

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.3

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you

Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very good
740 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very good
740 reviews

Entertainment

6.9

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.3

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you

Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,347 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very good
740 reviews

Entertainment

6.9

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.3

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you

LOT
7.6
Good
1,112 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very good
740 reviews

Entertainment

6.9

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.3

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you

Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,900 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very good
740 reviews

Entertainment

6.9

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.3

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you

TAROM
7.0
Good
94 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very good
740 reviews

Entertainment

6.9

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.3

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you

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.

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

    According to our current data, TAROM ($109), Air Serbia ($149), and Wizz Air ($196) offers the cheapest pricing from Bucharest to Istanbul Airport. Users have found that TAROM is 32% 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 TAROM, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $62. However, be on the lookout for offers from Air Serbia and Aegean Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Bucharest to Istanbul Airport for a low price.

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

    On average you can expect to pay $1,048 for a flight from Bucharest to Istanbul Airport. The cheapest flight overall is $82 while the most popular route, (Bucharest Otopeni Intl - Istanbul) is currently priced at $144.

  • 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Bucharest to Istanbul Airport (average of $923). Flying from Bucharest to Istanbul Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,423). 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 January 3, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
TAROMCheapest$114Average$142FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time86%
Pegasus AirlinesCheapest$117Average$165FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$122Average$210FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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