On this page, you can select and purchase flight tickets for the Cluj-Napoca — Istanbul route. The distance between the cities is 771 km, and the total number of available flights reaches 15 per week.
Flights are operated by PC, TK, and A2. Ticket prices depend on the season and how far in advance you book, so we recommend using the price trend chart. We also suggest checking in advance how to get to the departure airport and planning your route for how to get from the arrival airport.
The table shows direct flights Cluj-Napoca → Istanbul on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 1 h 40 min. Regular flights are operated by Turkish Airlines, Pegasus Airlines and Animawings. Departures from Avram Iancu Cluj International Airport airports, arrivals at Istanbul Airport and Sabiha Gokcen International Airport.
For each flight, the following details are shown: departure time (local), arrival city and airport, flight number and airline, terminal or gate, and status. Click on a flight to open its details and go to ticket search. To view flights on a different day, change the date above the table.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Cluj-Napoca — Istanbul by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from $69 in y, and the most expensive are around $123 in e. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.
Cluj-Napoca → Istanbul, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | $219 | low | May | $315 | high | Sep | $329 | high |
| Feb | $226 | low | Jun | $329 | high | Oct | $301 | medium |
| Mar | $260 | medium | Jul | $356 | high | Nov | $260 | medium |
| Apr | $288 | high | Aug | $356 | high | Dec | $274 | medium |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The warmest month in Istanbul is August, with an average high temperature of 28.8°C, while the coolest weather is experienced in January and February with lows around 5.1°C. Precipitation peaks in January (82 mm), while the end of summer is considered the driest period.
The most budget-friendly flights are available in July and August, when ticket prices start $69. The peak pricing period is October — the minimum fare this month starts $123.
August is considered the optimal time for a trip: it is the driest month of the year (only 4 wet days) and is also one of the most cost-effective periods to buy flight tickets.
Flights on this route are regularly operated by 3 airlines, with Turkish Airlines and Pegasus Airlines being the primary carriers. A total of about 15 flights per week are available, including direct services and convenient connecting options. Detailed information about flight schedules and aircraft types for each airline can be found in the list below.
Flights Cluj-Napoca — Istanbul depart from Avram Iancu Cluj International Airport and arrive at Istanbul Airport and Sabiha Gokcen International Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
The distance between the cities is 771 km. A direct flight usually takes between 1 hour 15 minutes and 1 hour 30 minutes, excluding taxiing time at the airport.
Regular flights are operated by Pegasus Airlines (PC), Turkish Airlines (TK), and A2 airline. There are approximately 15 departures per week in total.
Ticket prices are dynamic and depend on the season and flight occupancy. You can check the current minimum price for the coming months in the low price calendar on this page.
For tourist trips, Russian citizens do not require a visa if the stay does not exceed 60 days per visit and 90 days total within a six-month period.
Most flights from Cluj-Napoca arrive at Istanbul Airport (IST), which serves as the city's main international hub.
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