How to get from Istanbul Airport to Bucharest
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At a glance
Fastest
12h 25m
1 transfer
Flight + Bus
€85
Cheapest
19h 30m
1 transfer
Bus
€54
Calculated by Routavio, refreshed 17 Sep 2026
Start with the whole journey.
We compared the ways to travel from Istanbul Airport to Bucharest. The most useful door-to-door route takes 19h 30m by bus, 1 transfer. The two cities are about 455 km apart in a straight line. The price and operators below come from a real route search.
This is the lowest fare we have recorded for this route in the last 14 days.
This fare comes from a search on September 17, 2026 and has not been refreshed since. Run a live search for today's price.
455 km
Istanbul Airport to Bucharest: cheapest or fastest?
All from the same recent search. Pick a tab: the legs, the timing and the difference from the others all change with it.
- 1Istanbul → Sofiabus
ArdaTur·7h 55m - 2Sofia → Bucharest Airport Henri Coandabus
FlixBus·6h 35m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
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Departure and arrival
Operators seen on these journeys
ArdaTurIstanbul-SofiaBook →FlixBusSofia-Bucharest Airport Henri CoandaBook →
Pegasus AirlinesSabiha Gökçen Airport-Sofia AirportSee live options and dates →On this route you travel with ArdaTur, FlixBus, Pegasus Airlines; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Istanbul Airport to Bucharest works
Start with a ArdaTur bus from Istanbul to Sofia, about 7h 55m. Transfer in Sofia and continue by FlixBus bus on to Bucharest Airport Henri Coanda (6h 35m). In total it's roughly €54 over 19h 30m, 1 transfer.
Istanbul Airport to Bucharest: common questions
How long does it take to get from Istanbul Airport to Bucharest?
The most useful route takes about 19h 30m by bus, 1 transfer.
How far is Bucharest from Istanbul Airport?
About 455 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Istanbul Airport to Bucharest cost?
Our latest search put the route we recommend at €54. Other options on this page can cost less, and the exact fare depends on your travel date.
Which operators run Istanbul Airport to Bucharest?
On this route you travel with ArdaTur, FlixBus, Pegasus Airlines.
Can you get from Istanbul Airport to Bucharest without flying?
Yes. A ground route by bus takes about 19h 30m.
What is the cheapest way to get from Istanbul Airport to Bucharest?
Usually a flexible date, or leaving from a nearby airport. A live search puts every option for your dates side by side.
Can I book directly?
Yes. Routavio sends you straight to the operator or an independent third-party provider. We never add a booking fee. The final fare and availability are confirmed by that provider.
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Sources and method
Routes are calculated by Routavio's multimodal engine from operator timetables and flight data. Durations come from timetables, and prices are the most recent observation, not a guarantee.
Operators: ArdaTur, FlixBus
Route calculated: 17 Sep 2026
Prices checked: 17 Sep 2026