BBU
Bucharest
Romania
418 km
260 miles
IST
Istanbul
Turkey
Distance
418 km
260 mi / 226 nm
Est. Flight Time
1h
Regional route
Time Difference
+1h
Europe/Bucharest
Heading
148°
south southeast

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BBU IST
Airport Name Baneasa International Airport Istanbul Airport
IATA Code BBU IST
ICAO Code LRBS LTFM
City Bucharest Istanbul
Country Romania Turkey
Timezone Europe/Bucharest Europe/Istanbul
Elevation 297 ft 325 ft
Coordinates 44.500000, 26.100000 41.280000, 28.750000

Bucharest (BBU) to Istanbul (IST) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Baneasa International Airport (BBU) in Bucharest, Romania to Istanbul Airport (IST) in Istanbul, Turkey is 418 kilometers (260 miles / 226 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 1h, flying south southeast at a heading of 148°.

This is a short regional route, typically operated by turboprop or small regional jet aircraft. Flight time is minimal and passengers can expect a quick, efficient journey.

This is an international route connecting Romania with Turkey. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 04:06 in Bucharest, it's 05:06 in Istanbul.

The return flight from Istanbul (IST) to Bucharest (BBU) follows a heading of 330° (north northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Baneasa International Airport (BBU) and Istanbul Airport (IST) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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