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Cheap flights from Istanbul Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport

IST — OTP
18 Oct — 25 Oct1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Istanbul to Bucharest Otopeni Intl are usually found in January or March, booked 31 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Thursday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from Istanbul to Otopeni Intl

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Istanbul (IST) to Otopeni Intl (OTP). 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 18 September 2025.

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

January

Average price

£187

Good one-way deal

£135 or less
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 6% potential price decrease (£5 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in September 2025
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Best time to book a flight from Istanbul to Otopeni Intl

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Istanbul to Otopeni Intl. Price data was last updated on 12 September 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Istanbul Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 31 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 Istanbul Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Istanbul Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport (average of £55). Flying from Istanbul Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of £263). 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 IST to OTP?

Find hourly flight availability from Istanbul to Otopeni Intl. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 18 September 2025.

When flying from Istanbul Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the afternoon, which can drop the price by up to 20% versus a flight at midday.

Reviews of airlines servicing Otopeni Intl

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Otopeni Intl. 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 Otopeni Intl. Reviews last updated 18 September 2025.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Turkish Airlines, Pegasus Airlines, andTAROM from Istanbul Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,965 reviews
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Entertainment

7.4

Overall

7.3

Boarding

7.3

Comfort

7.3

Crew

7.7

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Leslie,Feb 2025

IST - LAX

Food and staff were nice but difficulty with WIFI, console sound not working. X-cover insurance a scam. Denying purchase of insurance even with proof. Ridiculous.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,965 reviews
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,965 reviews
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Entertainment

7.4

Overall

7.3

Boarding

7.3

Comfort

7.3

Crew

7.7

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Leslie,Feb 2025

IST - LAX

Food and staff were nice but difficulty with WIFI, console sound not working. X-cover insurance a scam. Denying purchase of insurance even with proof. Ridiculous.
Pegasus Airlines
6.8
Okay
638 reviews
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,965 reviews
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Entertainment

7.4

Overall

7.3

Boarding

7.3

Comfort

7.3

Crew

7.7

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Leslie,Feb 2025

IST - LAX

Food and staff were nice but difficulty with WIFI, console sound not working. X-cover insurance a scam. Denying purchase of insurance even with proof. Ridiculous.
TAROM
6.3
Okay
72 reviews
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,965 reviews
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Entertainment

7.4

Overall

7.3

Boarding

7.3

Comfort

7.3

Crew

7.7

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Leslie,Feb 2025

IST - LAX

Food and staff were nice but difficulty with WIFI, console sound not working. X-cover insurance a scam. Denying purchase of insurance even with proof. Ridiculous.

Related info for your journey

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Istanbul Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport round-trip from £54. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are TAROM, from £78, and Turkish Airlines, from £90. You may be able to fly from Istanbul Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport for 56% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Istanbul Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport (average of £55). Flying from Istanbul Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of £263). 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 Istanbul to Otopeni Intl

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Istanbul to Otopeni Intl. 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 858,174 searches. Data last updated 18 September 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Pegasus AirlinesCheapest£54Average£88FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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TAROMCheapest£78Average£95FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time86%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest£90Average£92FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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