The Turkish low-cost airline Pegasus Airlines is offering cheap return flights from Bucharest to Istanbul for 62 eur. You’ll find great deals from December through to March 2027.

If you’re more tempted by the Turkish coast, there are also several dates at the end of March when you can fly to Antalya for 70 eur return.

To access these special fares, simply register for free with the BolBol loyalty programme and book your tickets via the Pegasus Airlines mobile app.

The cheapest ‘Light’ fare includes only one small piece of hand luggage measuring 40 × 30 × 15 cm. As part of this promotion, you can purchase an 8kg cabin bag for 11 eur one way, or a checked-in bag weighing up to 12 kg for the same price.

If you’re heading to Istanbul for the first time, you’ll find our tips on sights, transport and accommodation useful. Kryštof visited the city this year and has also put together a three-day itinerary featuring places you can visit for free.

• 20 places to see in Istanbul
• Where to stay in Istanbul
• Transport in Istanbul
• Istanbul in 3 days: an itinerary for your first visit
• What did I visit for free in Istanbul?