Istanbul to Bucharest by plane
Travelling from Istanbul to Bucharest by plane takes about 3h 59m, run by Pegasus Airlines. A cheaper option we found is bus, at €21. The flight is still the quickest.
A closer look at the Flight journey
What follows describes one observed route. It does not mean this is the fastest option on the line.
- Observed fare
- €118
- Total journey
- 3h 59m
- Change
- 1 transfer
- Operator
- Pegasus Airlines
Checked Oct 8 · Not checked for your date
The journey, step by step
- 1Sabiha Gökçen Airport to Sofia Airport
Pegasus Airlines1h 20mThe exact stop, platform and times are not in this record; confirm them with the provider.
Change at Sofia Airport - 2Sofia Airport to Bucharest Henri Coandă1h 09m
The exact stop, platform and times are not in this record; confirm them with the provider.
Departures from Istanbul to Bucharest
Kamil Koc by FlixBus, Lilian Express, Kidik Ulusay runs 6 scheduled departures a day, the first at 13:00 and the last at 22:00.
| Operator | Departures a day | First | Last |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kamil Koc by FlixBus, Lilian Express, Kidik Ulusaybus | 6 | 13:00 | 22:00 |
| TCDD Taşımacılık A.Ş.train | 1 | 20:00 | 20:00 |
| FlixBusbus | 1 | — | — |
All departuresKamil Koc by FlixBus, Lilian Express, Kidik Ulusay
- 13:00
- 17:00
- 18:30
- 18:50
- 19:00
- 22:00
All departuresTCDD Taşımacılık A.Ş.
- 20:00
Departure times come from operator timetables and are local time at the origin. Where a row shows no times, the frequency is the operator's own and the timetable is not published to us. Times can change on holidays and at short notice; confirm with the operator before you travel.
Flight facts for this route
These come from the timetables and station records we hold for the flight only. A line we cannot back with data is left out.
- Good to know
- No direct flight on this route. You change at Sofia Airport.
Before you travel
Which airports?
The airports are in this record; the terminal, the gate and the trip to the airport are not. Confirm the terminal on your own ticket.
Check-in and security
The flight time covers the airborne part only. Allow separate time for reaching the airport, check-in, security and the journey on arrival.
Baggage and ticket conditions
Baggage allowance and ticket conditions depend on the provider you choose and the fare type. This record holds neither, so check the change and cancellation terms before you buy.
Accessibility
Accessibility services and facilities are not in this record. Contact the operator before travelling for current information.
Other ways to travel
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Train | €58Reading date not recorded | 20h 56mdirect | See Train details |
| Bus | €14Omio catalogue, Oct 9 | 13hdirect | See Bus details |
- Train€58Reading date not recorded20h 56m · directSee Train details
- Bus€14Omio catalogue, Oct 913h · directSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Ticket prices on this route
What each way of travelling costs, as the operator publishes it. These describe the route rather than a date you pick, and they refresh once a day. Booking opens at our partner Omio.
- Bus· 10h€14Book
Omio last refreshed these on Fri, Oct 9
Istanbul to Bucharest by plane: common questions
How long does Istanbul to Bucharest take by plane?
About 3h 59m, 1 transfer.
How much is a flight ticket from Istanbul to Bucharest?
The best price in our latest check was €118. The exact fare depends on the date and how full the service is.
Who runs the flight from Istanbul to Bucharest?
Pegasus Airlines. You buy the ticket directly from them.
Is the flight or the bus better?
The bus is cheaper at €21. The flight wins on journey time.
Where else this route goes
Route guides
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- Istanbul to Bucharest by plane
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