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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Istanbul to Bucharest Otopeni Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from 106 €. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Bucharest.99 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 24 Apr, returning Wed, 6 May.Return flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Fri, 24 Apr, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Inbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Bucharest Otopeni on Wed, 6 May, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From 99 €, select.

Bucharest.99 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 25 Sep, returning Wed, 30 Sep.Return flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Fri, 25 Sep, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Inbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Bucharest Otopeni on Wed, 30 Sep, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From 99 €, select.

Bucharest.102 € per passenger.Departing Sun, 7 Jun, returning Mon, 8 Jun.Return flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Sun, 7 Jun, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Inbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Bucharest Otopeni on Mon, 8 Jun, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From 102 €, select.

Bucharest.106 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 11 Apr, returning Mon, 13 Apr.Return flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Sat, 11 Apr, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Inbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Bucharest Otopeni on Mon, 13 Apr, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From 106 €, select.

Bucharest.112 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 11 May, returning Mon, 18 May.Return flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Mon, 11 May, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Inbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Bucharest Otopeni on Mon, 18 May, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From 112 €, select.

Bucharest.114 € per passenger.Departing Sun, 31 May, returning Fri, 5 Jun.Return flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Sun, 31 May, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Inbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Bucharest Otopeni on Fri, 5 Jun, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From 114 €, select.

Bucharest.116 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 26 Aug, returning Mon, 31 Aug.Return flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Wed, 26 Aug, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Inbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Bucharest Otopeni on Mon, 31 Aug, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From 116 €, select.

Bucharest.120 € per passenger.Departing Sun, 19 Jul, returning Mon, 27 Jul.Return flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Sun, 19 Jul, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Inbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Bucharest Otopeni on Mon, 27 Jul, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From 120 €, select.

Bucharest.126 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 1 Apr, returning Fri, 26 Jun.Return flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Wed, 1 Apr, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Inbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Bucharest Otopeni on Fri, 26 Jun, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From 126 €, select.

Bucharest.131 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 1 Oct, returning Sun, 4 Oct.Return flight with Animawings and Pegasus Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Animawings departs from Istanbul on Thu, 1 Oct, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Inbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Bucharest Otopeni on Sun, 4 Oct, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From 131 €, select.

Bucharest.131 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 27 Jun, returning Wed, 1 Jul.Return flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Sat, 27 Jun, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Inbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Bucharest Otopeni on Wed, 1 Jul, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From 131 €, select.

Bucharest.136 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 31 Jul, returning Sat, 15 Aug.Return flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Fri, 31 Jul, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Inbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Bucharest Otopeni on Sat, 15 Aug, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From 136 €, select.

Bucharest.139 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 18 Nov, returning Sun, 22 Nov.Return flight with Animawings.Outbound direct flight with Animawings departs from Istanbul on Wed, 18 Nov, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Inbound direct flight with Animawings departs from Bucharest Otopeni on Sun, 22 Nov, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From 139 €, select.

Bucharest.140 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 27 Jul, returning Mon, 7 Sep.Return flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Mon, 27 Jul, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Inbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Bucharest Otopeni on Mon, 7 Sep, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From 140 €, select.

Bucharest.143 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 6 Jun, returning Fri, 4 Sep.Return flight with AJet and Animawings.Outbound indirect flight with AJet, departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Sat, 6 Jun, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Inbound indirect flight with Animawings, departs from Bucharest Otopeni on Fri, 4 Sep, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From 143 €, select.

Bucharest.145 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 30 Mar, returning Wed, 8 Apr.Return flight with AJet and Wizz Air Malta.Outbound indirect flight with AJet, departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Mon, 30 Mar, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Inbound indirect flight with Wizz Air Malta, departs from Bucharest Otopeni on Wed, 8 Apr, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From 145 €, select.

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Cheapest flight found	50 €
Cheapest month to fly	June
Average flight time	1 hr, 22 mins
Most popular airline	Turkish Airlines
Average flights per week	119

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

How much are return flights from Istanbul to Bucharest Otopeni?

The best price we found for a return flight from Istanbul to Bucharest Otopeni is 99 €. 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.

How long does it take to fly from Istanbul to Bucharest Otopeni?

1 hour and 21 minutes is the average flight time from Istanbul to Bucharest Otopeni.

Which airlines fly direct from Istanbul to Bucharest Otopeni?

Turkish Airlines, TAROM and EgyptAir fly direct from Istanbul to Bucharest Otopeni.

How many flights are there a week from Istanbul to Bucharest Otopeni?

As of March 2026, there are 119 flights per week flying from Istanbul to Bucharest Otopeni.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Istanbul to Bucharest Otopeni?

The cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Bucharest Otopeni is usually April.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Istanbul to Bucharest Otopeni Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Istanbul to Bucharest Otopeni Airport on Friday, 24 April 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Istanbul to Bucharest Otopeni Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 21 minutes.

When is the best time to book flights to Bucharest?

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.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Istanbul to Bucharest Otopeni with?

The cheapest airline that flies to Bucharest Otopeni is Pegasus Airlines .

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

There are a couple of airports you can start your journey from in Istanbul. Explore your options leaving from Istanbul Airport (IST) or Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) when organising your flight from Istanbul to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP).
Take a direct Istanbul to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport flight and you'll be in the air for around 1 hour 15 minutes.
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport is located in Bucharest. The city follows the UTC+2 timezone and is one hour behind Istanbul.
Pick from 43 direct services each week between Istanbul Airport (IST) and Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP). This is the most popular route when departing from Istanbul.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Get to the airport on time to board your flight from Istanbul to OTP.
You can expect longer lines in popular months like August and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.

Airports in Istanbul

Istanbul Airport (IST)

Take the express route from Istanbul Airport (IST). Direct flights from Istanbul to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) operate from here.
At IST, there's a good selection of carriers offering direct flights from Istanbul to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport, including:
Turkish Airlines sees the most traveller bookings for flights from IST to OTP.
IST is around 40 kilometres from central Istanbul. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Want a relaxed start to your holiday? Stay near Istanbul Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Istanbul to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)

You can book a direct Istanbul to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) plane ticket with departures from Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW). See if flying from SAW works better for your plans.
From SAW, direct flights from Istanbul to OTP are available with Pegasus.
Pegasus Airlines is the most popular choice for passengers flying from SAW to OTP.
Pegasus Airlines is the most punctual carrier operating flights between Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport and Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport.
Using public transport, you can travel from central Istanbul to SAW in around 1 hour 40 minutes. The airport is roughly 48 kilometres away, and getting there by car takes approximately 1 hour 5 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before catching your Istanbul to OTP flight? Relax in a hotel near Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport before your adventure officially begins. Here's where you can stay:
When it comes to keeping flights punctual, Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 68%.

About Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)

The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Istanbul to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near OTP instead:
Lock in the best deal by reserving your ride around one week before your Istanbul to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport flight.

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

Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport is about 16 kilometres from central Bucharest. How long it'll take to get there in a car hire or taxi depends on the time of day. Do some research before your trip.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of around 35 minutes.

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

The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Istanbul to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport is 50 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 99 €. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares may change.
Book six months before your departure date. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Istanbul to OTP.
November is when you're most likely to land a bargain on a Istanbul to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport ticket. If you want to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if prices have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know when a better deal is available on plane tickets from Istanbul to OTP.
Nail down a great price on a flight from Istanbul to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport with the help of the filters. Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best.'

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

July is the busiest month for flights from Istanbul to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP). Plan your visit to Bucharest in January if you prefer a quieter experience.
The warmest month in Bucharest is August, with temperatures ranging between 17ºC (63ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Book your Istanbul to OTP plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
January has temperatures of between -9ºC (16ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Istanbul to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.

More about Bucharest

Start your Bucharest trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Istanbul to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport, explore our range of accommodation options including:
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Caru' cu Bere, National Bank of Romania Museum and Museum of the Palace of the Parliament are attractions you won't want to skip in Bucharest.

Explore more of Romania

You've visited Bucharest, now it's time to discover other parts of Romania. Travel about 177 kilometres west to Craiova to tick off its leading sights. From "Alexandru Buia" Botanical Garden to Nicolae Romanescu Park and Craiova's Art Museum, there's plenty to keep you on the go.