Tarom
RO261 Flight Status
According to Trip.com latest record on status for Tarom flight RO261 from Bucharest to Istanbul (OTP-IST): Flight RO261 has safely landed at Istanbul Airport (IST) 09:01 (local time), about 24m early.
Sat, Sep 5
Sun, Sep 6
Tue, Sep 8
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Arrived
The flight arrived 9m early.
1h 50m
Check-in Counter
C70-C75
Boarding Gate
38
Arrival Gate
--
Baggage
21B
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Arrived
The flight arrived 24m early.
1h 50m
Check-in Counter
C68-C75
Boarding Gate
38
Arrival Gate
--
Baggage
20B
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
1h 15m
Check-in Counter
A,B,C
Boarding Gate
--
Arrival Gate
--
Baggage
--
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RO261
RO261 Aircraft Specifications
According to Trip.com real-time data, the RO261 flight from Bucharest to Istanbul on 9/6/2026 is operated using the aircraft model Boeing 737. This aircraft has been in service for 22y, 10m. The aircraft has 116 seats.
Boeing 737
On-Time Departure
90
%
On-Time Arrival
100
%
Avg. Early
9 minutes
Aircraft Age
22y, 10m
Total Seats
116
Flight Distance
--
Economy
Business
Cabin Amenities
None
In-flight entertainment is unavailable
Wi-Fi is unavailable
No power outlets are available
Seat Information
81 cm
More legroom than on 70% of flights
43 cm
Seat width
100°
Reclining Angle
3-3
Seat layout example
Cabin Amenities
Meal included
In-flight entertainment is unavailable
Wi-Fi is unavailable
No power outlets are available
Seat Information
97 cm
Legroom
48 cm
Seat width
120°
Reclining Angle
2-2
Seat layout example
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RO261 Flight History
Trip.com historical records show that the last RO261 flight departed on Sat, Sep 5 from OTP at approximately 07:49. This flight is expected to arrrive in IST at 09:16.
| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Tue, Sep 1 | Bucharest (OTP) | Istanbul (IST) | 737 | 08:33 | 09:28 | Arrived |
| Wed, Sep 2 | Bucharest (OTP) | Istanbul (IST) | AT76 | 07:45 | 09:06 | Arrived |
| Thu, Sep 3 | Bucharest (OTP) | Istanbul (IST) | AT76 | 07:44 | 09:20 | Arrived |
| Fri, Sep 4 | Bucharest (OTP) | Istanbul (IST) | 737 | 08:51 | 09:48 | Arrived |
| Sat, Sep 5 | Bucharest (OTP) | Istanbul (IST) | AT76 | 07:49 | 09:16 | Arrived |
| Sun, Sep 6 | Bucharest (OTP) | Istanbul (IST) | AT76 | 07:46 | 09:01 | Arrived |
| Tue, Sep 8 | Bucharest (OTP) | Istanbul (IST) | 737 | 08:10 | 09:25 | Scheduled |
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RO261 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the last 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of RO261 is 90% (Late on average 15 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 100% (Early on average 9 minutes).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
90
%
Late on average
15 minutes
Early
3
%
On time
87
%
30 mins late
10
%
60 mins late
0
%
90 mins late
0
%
Cancelled
0
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
100
%
Early on average
9 minutes
Early
77
%
On time
23
%
30 mins late
0
%
60 mins late
0
%
90 mins late
0
%
Cancelled
0
%
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Flight FAQs
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What is the current status of flight ro261?
Flight ro261 has arrived (status: Arrived). Actual arrival 09:01 (updated Sep 6, 2026). -
Is flight ro261 on time today?
Flight ro261 has arrived (status: Arrived). Actual arrival was 09:01; follow airport screens for the baggage carousel. -
Has flight ro261 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight ro261 is scheduled to depart at 07:35. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 07:46, and the current status is Arrived (updated Sep 6, 2026). -
When is flight ro261 scheduled to arrive?
Flight ro261 is scheduled to arrive at 09:25. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 09:01. Status is Arrived as of Sep 6, 2026. -
What route does flight ro261 fly?
Flight ro261 is operated by Tarom from Bucharest (OTP) to Istanbul (IST). Typical flight time is about 1 hour 50 minutes; operating days may include Sunday. -
How can I check real-time status for flight ro261?
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If flight ro261 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
If ro261 is delayed or canceled, first confirm the latest status here (Arrived, updated Sep 6, 2026). Contact Tarom or your booking channel for rebooking or refund options, and check Trip.com Manage Booking if you booked on Trip.com. -
Has flight ro261 departed from Bucharest?
Flight ro261 has already left Bucharest and completed its journey. Departure was 07:46; actual arrival 09:01. -
What is the seat configuration for flight ro261?
Flight ro261 usually flies a Boeing 737 with seat layout 3-3. Layouts can differ by aircraft subtype and cabin product—confirm your seat map in Manage Booking after you purchase.
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