Istanbul to Timişoara (IST–TSR) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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IST–TSR is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Turkish Airlines and Animawings lead the route. The flight covers 485 miles in approximately 1h 40m. Beyond nonstop, 12 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TK Turkish Airlines | 5 | 73H, 73J | 1h45 | – | Star Alliance | – |
| A2 Animawings | 3 | 223 | 1h40 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Travel Essentials
IST: +03 · TSR: EEST
When it's 6:00 PM in Istanbul, it's 6:00 PM in Timişoara.
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–TSR Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from IST to TSR
İstanbul Airport (IST) and Timișoara Traian Vuia International Airport (TSR) are connected by nonstop service from Animawings and Turkish Airlines. With 8 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
IST to TSR Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from IST to TSR ranges from 1 hours 40 minutes to 1 hours 45 minutes. The route covers a distance of 485 miles (780 km). There are approximately 8 weekly flights outbound and 7 return, totaling 15 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
12 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 12 hours via FCO. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.