Istanbul to Constanța (IST–CND) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
IST–CND is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Turkish Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 214 miles in approximately 1h 10m. Beyond nonstop, 1 hub offers 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TK Turkish Airlines | 2 | 319 | 1h10 | – | Star Alliance | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Travel Essentials
IST: +03 · CND: EEST
When it's 6:00 PM in Istanbul, it's 6:00 PM in Constanța.
Turkish passport holders need a Schengen visa to enter Romania. Romania joined the Schengen area in January 2025. Apply at the Romanian embassy in Turkey or through the official eViza portal at eviza.mae.ro. The visa allows stays up to 90 days within any 180-day period across the entire Schengen area. Required documents include passport photos, bank statements, flight bookings, hotel reservations, and travel insurance covering at least EUR 30,000. The fee is EUR 80 for adults. Passport must be valid for at least 3 months beyond the planned departure from the Schengen area.
Istanbul Metro M11 Gayrettepe–İstanbul Havalimanı line connects the airport to the broader metro network; from Gayrettepe (Mecidiyeköy/Levent area) the journey is about 35 minutes (₺60–70 with Istanbulkart). The line runs roughly 5am to midnight.Havaist express buses serve Taksim, Kadıköy, and other major hubs (₺50–80, 45–90 minutes depending on traffic). Taxis use a meter; expect ₺400–600 from Taksim or Sultanahmet. The airport is 35km northwest of the city; traffic on the O-7 motorway can be severe during peak hours.
IST–CND Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from IST to CND
İstanbul Airport (IST) and Mihail Kogălniceanu International Airport (CND) are connected by nonstop service from Turkish Airlines. With 2 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
IST to CND Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from IST to CND ranges from 1 hours 10 minutes. The route covers a distance of 214 miles (344 km). There are approximately 2 weekly flights outbound and 4 return, totaling 6 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 22 hours via LTN. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.