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About Flights to Bucharest

Summary info about Bucharest flight prices, duration and airlines

Best One-Way Price

$215

Best Round-Trip Price

$527

Fastest flight time

15h 45m

Operated By

8 airlines
The best one-way flight price to Bucharest from United States in the last 72 hours is $215 (New York John F Kennedy Intl to Bucharest Otopeni Intl).
The best round-trip flight price to Bucharest from United States in the last 72 hours is $527 (Los Angeles to Bucharest Otopeni Intl).
The fastest flight to Bucharest from United States takes 15h 45m (Los Angeles to Bucharest Otopeni Intl).
There are 8 airlines operating flights to Bucharest, including American Airlines, British Airways and Lufthansa.

Bucharest flights insights and trends

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Bucharest?

In general, January is the cheapest month to fly from United States to Bucharest. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $486. If you aren’t able to travel to Bucharest during the month of January, then flying in February is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $531.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Bucharest?

Our data shows that Wednesday is the least expensive day to fly to Bucharest. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as $685. The most expensive day to fly to Bucharest is Sunday, with ticket prices averaging around $907.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Bucharest?

According to our data, the cheapest time of day to fly to Bucharest is in the morning. momondo users have found flights departing from United States to Bucharest in the morning for as low as $515. Keep in mind that these prices may fluctuate based on what airline you choose and the time of year you plan to travel. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Bucharest is in the evening when prices are around $760.

How long does it take to fly to Bucharest?

Flight times from United States to Bucharest vary, but if you’re flying out of Los Angeles and flying into Bucharest Otopeni Intl (one of the most popular routes), then the duration is 14h 40m on average. Another popular route from United States to Bucharest is flying from San Francisco to Bucharest Otopeni Intl, which will take roughly 15h 40m. Keep in mind that layovers or delays could extend your travel time.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Bucharest?

The best time to book a flight to Bucharest from United States is 60 days out, which is when prices tend to be around $696.

Cheapest flights to Bucharest airports

Find the cheapest flights to these Bucharest airports from your nearest city or airport
Los Angeles
Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport

CHEAPEST ROUTE FROM Los Angeles TO Bucharest

Los Angeles (LAX) to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport (OTP)

Typically, flights to Bucharest from Los Angeles are cheaper when flying from Los Angeles to Bucharest Otopeni Intl, which has an average price of $740

CHEAPEST MONTH TO FLY TO BUCHAREST FROM LOS ANGELESJanuary28% cheaperFlying from Los Angeles to Bucharest costs on average just $555 in January
MOST EXPENSIVE MONTH TO FLY TO BUCHAREST FROM LOS ANGELESJune55% more expensiveIt costs about $1,180 for flights to Bucharest from Los Angeles in June
MOST POPULAR MONTH TO FLY TO BUCHAREST FROM LOS ANGELESJune567% more users visitedMore momondo users searched in flights to Bucharest from Los Angeles in June than any other month

Frequently asked questions about flying to Bucharest

Some of the major states in the US, including California, Texas, Florida, New York among numerous others have flight options to Bucharest, Romania. The flight time from California to Bucharest is approximately 13 hours 40 minutes, from Texas to Bucharest is around 12 hours 50 minutes and from Florida to Bucharest is roughly 13 hours 50 minutes.

Currently, there are no nonstop flights from the United States to Bucharest Otopeni International Airport (OTP), Bucharest, however, there is the option of multi-stop flights in which travelers can get some good Bucharest flight deals, despite being less convenient compared to nonstop flights. Some of the options to consider include flights from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) which only have one-stop, Miami International Airport (MIA) with two stops, Fort Lauderdale Airport (FLL) with three stops, Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) with a one-stop, or Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) with two stops.


Bucharest flight deals found on momondo

Check out some of the best fares from airports in United States to Bucharest found recently by users on momondo
Lufthansa
Nov 7
LAX12:30 pmLos Angeles
14h 40m
1 stop
OTP3:10 amBucharest Otopeni Intl
Nov 21
OTP1:00 amBucharest Otopeni Intl
19h 15m
1 stop
LAX8:15 pmLos Angeles
Lufthansa
Nov 13
JFK12:30 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl
11h 40m
1 stop
OTP12:10 amBucharest Otopeni Intl
Nov 22
OTP1:00 amBucharest Otopeni Intl
16h 40m
1 stop
JFK5:40 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl
Delta
Nov 11
JFK6:30 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl
12h 15m
1 stop
OTP6:45 amBucharest Otopeni Intl
Nov 24
OTP8:55 amBucharest Otopeni Intl
12h 35m
1 stop
JFK9:30 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl
British Airways
Sep 19
JFK2:50 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl
13h 25m
1 stop
OTP4:15 amBucharest Otopeni Intl
Oct 6
OTP4:10 amBucharest Otopeni Intl
16h 50m
1 stop
JFK9:00 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl
Delta
Sep 19
JFK7:00 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl
32h 05m
1 stop
OTP3:05 amBucharest Otopeni Intl
Dec 10
OTP8:55 amBucharest Otopeni Intl
12h 35m
1 stop
JFK9:30 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl
Delta
Sep 19
JFK7:00 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl
32h 05m
1 stop
OTP3:05 amBucharest Otopeni Intl
Dec 15
OTP9:35 amBucharest Otopeni Intl
13h 20m
1 stop
JFK10:55 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

Find the cheapest one-way flights to Bucharest

If you're looking for one-way flights from United States to Bucharest, view some of our deals below.
Multiple Airlines
Oct 3
JFK2:20 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl
24h 45m
1 stop
OTP3:05 pmBucharest Otopeni Intl
Multiple Airlines
Oct 3
JFK2:20 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl
17h 15m
2 stops
OTP7:35 amBucharest Otopeni Intl
Multiple Airlines
Sep 19
JFK2:20 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl
24h 45m
1 stop
OTP3:05 pmBucharest Otopeni Intl

Which airlines fly to Bucharest?

Here you can see a selection of the most popular and cheapest airlines for flights to Bucharest

SWISS will jet to Bucharest around 5 times in an average week. Where you fly from will dictate what kind of deals you can get for SWISS, but prices as low as $520 have been found from Boston Logan Intl to Bucharest. SWISS has scored 8.1/10 in momondo user reviews.

Delta flies to Bucharest 10 times per week usually, making it a popular airline to fly with, particularly when heading to Bucharest from Paris Charles de Gaulle. Delta (rating: 7.8, 1,281 reviews) varies in price depending on when and where you want to fly to Bucharest from. The best Delta ticket price found on momondo to Bucharest was from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson ($465 round-trip).


Airports near Bucharest

Below you will find all the airports in Bucharest along with the distance from the city center

How to get to downtown Bucharest from the airport

The Henri Coanda International Airport, which deals mostly with business traffic, has a single bus line connecting to the city center, the 783 bus. This bus is available daily and located outside the arrivals hall, in front of the exit doors, with the trip taking around 40 minutes. Taxis are an alternative way to get to the city center for anyone who is looking for personal comfort and take around 20 minutes to arrive. The taxi service in Bucharest Airport however does not function as most airports, you should pre-book a ticket at the taxi machine outside the arrivals hall. You could also get to the city center using a car rental service, such as Avis and Budget, which are conveniently situated onsite at the airports, with agencies located in the passageway between the Departures Terminal and the Arrivals Terminal. Off-site car rentals can be accessed via shuttle services, such as the Bucharest Airport Bus.


Popular routes to Bucharest

Most frequently searched flights to Bucharest along with the cheapest price and shortest flight duration
New York to Bucharest Flights
Fastest flight time11h 50m
Cheapest price$537
Chicago to Bucharest Flights
Fastest flight time12h 20m
Cheapest price$594
Los Angeles to Bucharest Flights
Fastest flight time14h 25m
Cheapest price$545
Boston to Bucharest Flights
Fastest flight time10h 40m
Cheapest price$653
Washington, D.C. to Bucharest Flights
Fastest flight time12h 40m
Cheapest price$692
Miami to Bucharest Flights
Fastest flight time12h 45m
Cheapest price$593
Detroit to Bucharest Flights
Fastest flight time11h 40m
Cheapest price$628
Dallas to Bucharest Flights
Fastest flight time13h 20m
Cheapest price$866
Atlanta to Bucharest Flights
Fastest flight time16h 04m
Cheapest price$628
Seattle to Bucharest Flights
Fastest flight time15h 35m
Cheapest price$803
London to Bucharest Flights
Fastest flight time3h 15m
Cheapest price$170
San Francisco to Bucharest Flights
Fastest flight time15h 40m
Cheapest price$653
San Jose to Bucharest Flights
Fastest flight time17h 55m
Cheapest price$778
Tel Aviv to Bucharest Flights
Fastest flight time2h 50m
Cheapest price$62
Houston to Bucharest Flights
Fastest flight time14h 20m
Cheapest price$751
Portland to Bucharest Flights
Fastest flight time18h 38m
Cheapest price$836
Las Vegas to Bucharest Flights
Fastest flight time15h 10m
Cheapest price$1,024
Cleveland to Bucharest Flights
Fastest flight time16h 36m
Cheapest price$848
Paris to Bucharest Flights
Fastest flight time2h 50m
Cheapest price$177
Charlotte to Bucharest Flights
Fastest flight time18h 28m
Cheapest price$949

Visa requirements for visiting Bucharest

You must have a US passport that is valid for at least three months upon your departure to Bucharest. US citizens may enter and remain in Romania without a visa for up to 90 days total in any 180 days. US citizens who wish to stay longer than 90 days must obtain an extension from the Romanian Ministry of Foreign Affairs.


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Best things to do and see in Bucharest

Bucharest is well known for its sophisticated architecture, rich culture, and has several top spots that are worth exploring while in the city. The Old Town dates back to the 15th century and is home to Curtea Veche, which is an open-air museum built on Old Princely Court. The Palace of the Parliament is a very famous tourist attraction, as it the world’s second-largest administrative building (after the pentagon) and houses the National Museum of Contemporary Art. Bucharest is filled with multiple parks, such as the Cismigiu Gardens, which people can rent in the summer and an ice rink in the winter, Carol Park houses Romania’s Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, the Bucharest Botanical Garden is home to numerous greenhouses and an informative museum. There are also a few festivals to enjoy while on your visit to Bucharest, such as the Summer Well in August and takes place in Domeniul Stirbey estate, the Creative Fest, which is a mix of music and creative arts and has free entry, or the Outernational Days, which permits locals to experience authentic folk music and highlights the heritage of the performers.


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