What airlines fly to California?

British Airways, Lufthansa and KLM are the top three most popular airlines that fly to California from Bucharest according to our data. British Airways is the first choice among our users, with 30% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to California. Keep in mind that there are 10 different airlines that fly to California on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Bucharest to California?

ITA Airways, Air Serbia, and Scandinavian Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Bucharest to California

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Bucharest to California?

Prices for flights from Bucharest to California refresh daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Bucharest to California?

There are 10 operators available for flights from Bucharest to California as of August 2025.

How old do you have to be to fly from Bucharest to California?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Bucharest to California.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to California?

The travel and health documents required for your trip to California can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at California. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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9:50 pm - 4:20 pmOTP-LAX

28h 30m1 stop

7:30 pm - 8:35 pmLAX-OTP

15h 05m1 stop

$449Scandinavian Airlines

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Fri, Aug 29 - Fri, Sep 12

9:50 pm - 4:20 pmOTP-LAX

28h 30m1 stop

7:30 pm - 8:35 pmLAX-OTP

15h 05m1 stop

$451Scandinavian Airlines

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Fri, Aug 29 - Sat, Sep 13

9:50 pm - 4:30 pmOTP-SFO

28h 40m1 stop

7:40 pm - 8:35 pmSFO-OTP

14h 55m1 stop

$459Scandinavian Airlines

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Fri, Aug 29 - Fri, Sep 12

3:55 pm - 11:45 amOTP-LAX

29h 50m1 stop

12:10 am - 8:10 amLAX-OTP

22h 00m1 stop

$760Turkish Airlines

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Fri, Sep 12 - Wed, Sep 24

8:25 am - 2:50 pmOTP-SAN

16h 25m1 stop

4:40 pm - 12:45 amSAN-OTP

22h 05m1 stop

$814British Airways

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Mon, Sep 22 - Sun, Sep 28

8:05 pm - 3:10 pmOTP-LAS

29h 05m1 stop

10:00 pm - 12:30 amLAS-OTP

16h 30m1 stop

$816British Airways

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Sat, Sep 13 - Sat, Sep 20

8:25 am - 9:04 pmOTP-SJC

22h 39m2 stops

8:00 am - 2:30 pmSJC-OTP

20h 30m2 stops

$827American Airlines

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Sat, Aug 16 - Wed, Aug 20

7:00 am - 6:30 pmOTP-LAS

21h 30m1 stop

8:25 pm - 5:20 pmLAS-OTP

34h 55m1 stop

$828KLM

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Fri, Aug 29 - Thu, Sep 11

8:25 am - 9:24 amOTP-LAS

34h 59m2 stops

9:15 am - 2:30 pmLAS-OTP

19h 15m2 stops

$830American Airlines

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Thu, Aug 28 - Thu, Sep 11

7:00 am - 4:17 pmOTP-LAS

19h 17m2 stops

1:25 pm - 3:25 pmLAS-OTP

16h 00m2 stops

$837KLM

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Sat, Sep 13 - Sat, Sep 20

Scandinavian Airlines flights from Bucharest to California

Our best Scandinavian Airlines deals on Bucharest to California flight tickets

Scandinavian Airlines

Aug 29

OTP9:50 pmBucharest Otopeni Intl

28h 30m

1 stop

LAX4:20 pmLos Angeles

Sep 12

LAX7:30 pmLos Angeles

15h 05m

1 stop

OTP8:35 pmBucharest Otopeni Intl

$449

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Scandinavian Airlines

Aug 29

OTP9:50 pmBucharest Otopeni Intl

28h 30m

1 stop

LAX4:20 pmLos Angeles

Sep 13

LAX7:30 pmLos Angeles

15h 05m

1 stop

OTP8:35 pmBucharest Otopeni Intl

$451

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Scandinavian Airlines

Aug 29

OTP9:50 pmBucharest Otopeni Intl

28h 40m

1 stop

SFO4:30 pmSan Francisco

Sep 12

SFO7:40 pmSan Francisco

14h 55m

1 stop

OTP8:35 pmBucharest Otopeni Intl

$459

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SWISS flights from Bucharest to California

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SWISS

Aug 28

OTP6:30 amBucharest Otopeni Intl

20h 05m

1 stop

LAS4:35 pmLas Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sep 11

LAS7:05 pmLas Vegas Harry Reid Intl

20h 00m

1 stop

OTP1:05 amBucharest Otopeni Intl

$873

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SWISS

Aug 10

OTP4:10 pmBucharest Otopeni Intl

39h 45m

2 stops

LAX9:55 pmLos Angeles

Mar 1

LAX7:10 pmLos Angeles

34h 40m

1 stop

OTP3:50 pmBucharest Otopeni Intl

$937

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SWISS

Aug 10

OTP4:10 pmBucharest Otopeni Intl

39h 45m

2 stops

LAX9:55 pmLos Angeles

Aug 18

LAX4:45 pmLos Angeles

46h 20m

2 stops

OTP1:05 amBucharest Otopeni Intl

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BucharestLos Angeles

OTP - LAX

OTPLAX

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Fri 8/29

9:50 pm-4:20 pm

1 stop28h 30m

Los Angeles

Fri 9/12

7:30 pm-8:35 pm

1 stop15h 05m

$449

BucharestLos Angeles

OTP - LAX

OTPLAX

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Fri 8/29

9:50 pm-4:20 pm

1 stop28h 30m

Los Angeles

Sat 9/13

7:30 pm-8:35 pm

1 stop15h 05m

$451

BucharestSan Francisco

OTP - SFO

OTPSFO

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Fri 8/29

9:50 pm-4:30 pm

1 stop28h 40m

San Francisco

Fri 9/12

7:40 pm-8:35 pm

1 stop14h 55m

$459

BucharestLos Angeles

OTP - LAX

OTPLAX

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Fri 9/12

3:55 pm-11:45 am

1 stop29h 50m

Los Angeles

Wed 9/24

12:10 am-8:10 am

1 stop22h 00m

$760

BucharestSan Diego

OTP - SAN

OTPSAN

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Mon 9/22

8:25 am-2:50 pm

1 stop16h 25m

San Diego

Sun 9/28

4:40 pm-12:45 am

1 stop22h 05m

$814

BucharestLas Vegas

OTP - LAS

OTPLAS

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Sat 9/13

8:05 pm-3:10 pm

1 stop29h 05m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sat 9/20

10:00 pm-12:30 am

1 stop16h 30m

$816

BucharestSan Jose

OTP - SJC

OTPSJC

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Sat 8/16

8:25 am-9:04 pm

2 stops22h 39m

San Jose

Wed 8/20

8:00 am-2:30 pm

2 stops20h 30m

$827

BucharestLas Vegas

OTP - LAS

OTPLAS

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Fri 8/29

7:00 am-6:30 pm

1 stop21h 30m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 9/11

8:25 pm-5:20 pm

1 stop34h 55m

$828

BucharestLas Vegas

OTP - LAS

OTPLAS

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Thu 8/28

8:25 am-9:24 am

2 stops34h 59m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 9/11

9:15 am-2:30 pm

2 stops19h 15m

$830

BucharestLas Vegas

OTP - LAS

OTPLAS

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Sat 9/13

7:00 am-4:17 pm

2 stops19h 17m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sat 9/20

1:25 pm-3:25 pm

2 stops16h 00m

$837

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Bucharest to California

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What is the cheapest month to fly to California?

The month of February is another great option to travel to California, with average flight prices from Bucharest averaging around $799.

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

The cheapest day to depart from Bucharest to California is on a Thursday. Travelers who choose to depart for California on a Thursday will often find tickets for as low as $802. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Monday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to California on Monday is $960.

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

The cheapest time of day to fly to California is in the afternoon when flights can be purchased for as low as $744. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying in the evening when prices are $900 on average. Flights to California from Bucharest in the evening are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travelers’ schedules.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to California from Bucharest when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to California for around $851 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to California from Bucharest for as low as $751 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on Bucharest to California flights?

You could potentially save up to 11% on your flight if you consider stops on a Bucharest to California flight.

Cheap Bucharest to California flight deals and tips

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from Bucharest to California

Best Price Found	$381
Fastest flight time	14h 45m
Direct flights	None
Airports in California	8 airports

The best one-way flight to California from Bucharest in the past 72 hours is $381. The best round-trip flight deal from Bucharest to California found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $449.

The fastest flight from Bucharest to California takes 14h 45m

There are no direct flights from Bucharest to California. Popular non-direct routes for this connection are Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport - San Francisco Airport, Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport - Los Angeles Airport and Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport - San Diego Airport.

There are 8 airports near California: San Diego (SAN), Los Angeles (LAX), Ontario (ONT), Long Beach Municipal (LGB), Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty (SNA), Oakland (OAK), San Francisco (SFO), Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS)

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Bucharest to California?
Prices for flights from Bucharest to California refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Bucharest to California?
There are 10 operators available for flights from Bucharest to California as of August 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from Bucharest to California?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Bucharest to California.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to California?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to California can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at California. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

Best airlines flying from Bucharest to California

Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from Bucharest to California with momondo

Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Delta	PriceFrom $581	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 7,981 reviews	Search Delta flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $605	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 10,000 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
British Airways	PriceFrom $640	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.6 7,222 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Air France	PriceFrom $709	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,465 reviews	Search Air France flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom $712	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 7,275 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $715	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 8,900 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
LOT	PriceFrom $734	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,105 reviews	Search LOT flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $753	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 3,933 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
KLM	PriceFrom $767	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 1,383 reviews	Search KLM flights
SWISS	PriceFrom $973	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,686 reviews	Search SWISS flights

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