How long is the TK8597 flight?

The timetable allows 1 h 50 min. Bucharest to Istanbul is 426 km (265 mi).

What other flight numbers does TK8597 have?

Also listed as THY8597 (Turkish Airlines' ICAO code) and TK 8597.

Can I get compensation if TK8597 is delayed or cancelled?

Up to €250 per passenger may be due under EU261 when it arrives 3 or more hours late or is cancelled, unless the cause was outside the airline's control. Departing the EU, this flight is covered by EU261.

TK8597 Flight Status Turkish Airlines: Bucharest to Istanbul (THY8597)

Turkish Airlines TK 8597

Landed On Time

OTP Bucharest

Scheduled: 19:55
Actual: 20:08

Gate: 34

Departure: Sat, Nov 7, 2026 · local time EET

Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)

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IST Istanbul

Scheduled: 22:45
Actual: 22:26
Delay

Arrival: Sat, Nov 7, 2026 · local time UTC+3

Istanbul Airport (IST)

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Landed 39h 48m ago 100%

OTP 20:08 IST 22:26

426 km (265 mi) flown

Estimated position based on departure and arrival times, not live tracking. Times are local at each airport.

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Distance: 426 km / 265 miles · Scheduled Duration: 01:50 · Actual Duration: 01:18

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TK 8597 Flight Status & Schedule Turkish Airlines Bucharest to Istanbul

Date	From	To	Departure	Arrival	Status	Details
Nov 07	OTP	IST	20:08	22:26	Landed	Track >
Oct 31	OTP	IST	20:28	22:45	Landed	Track >
Oct 27	OTP	IST	22:20	00:47	Delayed	Track >
Oct 24	OTP	IST	22:47	23:42	Delayed	Track >
Oct 23	OTP	IST	21:59	22:51	Landed Late	Track >
Oct 21	OTP	IST	20:40	21:58	Landed	Track >
Oct 19	OTP	IST	20:43	21:46	Landed	Track >
Oct 18	OTP	IST	21:21	22:36	Landed	Track >
Oct 17	OTP	IST	20:52	22:11	Landed	Track >
Oct 12	OTP	IST	20:49	22:12	Landed	Track >

Turkish Airlines flight TK 8597 links Bucharest and Istanbul, 426 km (265 mi) apart, and flies once a week, on Saturdays. With 1 h 50 min in the timetable and a usual flight time of about 1 h 20 min, it often makes up time. On Saturday it left on time and landed at 22:26, 19 minutes early.

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About TK 8597

Route: Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport OTP to Istanbul Airport IST
Distance: 426 km (265 mi)
Typical flight time: 1 h 20 min
Flies: Sat
On time: 7 of the last 8
Average delay when late: 16 min

Departing the EU, this flight is covered by EU261. Saturday's flight landed 19 minutes early, so no delay compensation applies; it starts at 3 hours late on arrival.

TK 8597 FAQ

How long is the TK8597 flight?: The timetable allows 1 h 50 min. Bucharest to Istanbul is 426 km (265 mi).
How often is TK8597 late?: 1 of the last 8 flights arrived 15 or more minutes late; when late, by 16 minutes on average.
Which days does TK8597 fly?: Once a week, on Saturdays, based on the schedule of the last 7 days.
What other flight numbers does TK8597 have?: Also listed as THY8597 (Turkish Airlines' ICAO code) and TK 8597.
Can I get compensation if TK8597 is delayed or cancelled?: Up to €250 per passenger may be due under EU261 when it arrives 3 or more hours late or is cancelled, unless the cause was outside the airline's control. Departing the EU, this flight is covered by EU261.

TK8597 and Bucharest OTP to Istanbul IST Flights

Flight TK8597 is a code-share Turkish Airlines flight of the TAROM operated RO265.

Other flights departing from Bucharest OTP: RO265, H4237, W43135

Other flights arriving at Istanbul IST: LH1304, TK6430, RO265

All flights connecting Bucharest OTP to Istanbul IST.