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

SWISS, Lufthansa, and LOT are the most popular carriers operating from California to Romania

What airlines fly to Romania?

Lufthansa, Turkish Airlines and United Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Romania from California according to our data. Lufthansa is the first choice among our users, with 56% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Romania. Keep in mind that there are 10 different airlines that fly to Romania on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How long is the flight from California to Romania?

If you’re flying from a popular airport in California, such as Los Angeles or San Francisco, and flying into Romania, then you can expect flight times to average 15h 05m and 17h 30m, respectively.

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

Prices for flights from California to Romania refresh daily.

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

As of September 2026, there are 10 operators available to choose from for flights from California to Romania.

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

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 California to Romania.

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

The required travel and health documents for your Romania trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Romania. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

$313 Cheap Flights from California to Romania in 2026/27

Discover deals from 900+ travel sites with momondo.

Find the cheapest flights from California to Romania

Round-trip

One-way

Last minute

Cheap round-trip flights

Enter your travel dates to find the best prices.

5:25 pm - 12:05 amSFO San Francisco-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl

20h 40m1 stop London Heathrow

8:25 am - 2:55 pmOTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl-SFO San Francisco

16h 30m1 stop London Heathrow

$594British Airways

Wed, Feb 17 - Wed, Mar 3

5:25 pm - 12:05 amSFO San Francisco-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl

20h 40m1 stop London Heathrow

8:25 am - 6:45 pmOTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl-SFO San Francisco

20h 20m1 stop London Heathrow

$594British Airways

Wed, Feb 24 - Wed, Mar 10

10:40 pm - 1:00 amSFO San Francisco-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl

17h 20m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss

4:10 pm - 4:15 pmOTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl-SFO San Francisco

34h 05m1 stop Zurich

$612Multiple Airlines

Tue, Mar 23 - Tue, Apr 6

9:40 pm - 1:00 amSFO San Francisco-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl

17h 20m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss

6:30 am - 4:30 pmOTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl-SFO San Francisco

20h 00m1 stop Zurich

$613Multiple Airlines

Sun, Nov 1 - Wed, Nov 11

9:40 pm - 1:00 amSFO San Francisco-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl

17h 20m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss

1:15 pm - 7:35 pmOTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl-SFO San Francisco

16h 20m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss

$622Lufthansa

Sun, Nov 1 - Wed, Nov 11

5:15 pm - 1:10 amSAN San Diego-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl

21h 55m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss

6:00 am - 3:45 pmOTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl-SAN San Diego

19h 45m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss

$622Lufthansa

Wed, Oct 21 - Tue, Nov 3

7:30 pm - 3:50 pmLAX Los Angeles-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl

34h 20m1 stop Zurich

4:40 pm - 4:35 pmOTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl-LAX Los Angeles

33h 55m1 stop Zurich

$662SWISS

Mon, Dec 7 - Mon, Jan 11

7:00 am - 6:35 pmSFO San Francisco-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl

25h 35m2 stops Los Angeles Munich Franz Josef Strauss

2:40 pm - 9:10 pmOTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl-SFO San Francisco

15h 30m1 stop Frankfurt am Main

$663United Airlines

Wed, Oct 21 - Fri, Oct 30

4:32 pm - 1:00 amLAX Los Angeles-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl

22h 28m2 stops San Francisco Munich Franz Josef Strauss

5:55 am - 3:15 pmOTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl-LAX Los Angeles

19h 20m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Munich Franz Josef Strauss

$677United Airlines

Fri, Nov 13 - Fri, Nov 27

8:30 pm - 10:05 amLAX Los Angeles-CLJ Cluj Napoca

28h 35m1 stop Zurich

3:15 pm - 4:35 pmCLJ Cluj Napoca-LAX Los Angeles

35h 20m1 stop Zurich

$692SWISS

Tue, Oct 27 - Mon, Nov 9

Cheap last minute flights

Enter your travel dates to find the best prices.

10:00 am - 3:25 pmLAX Los Angeles-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl

19h 25m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl London Heathrow

8:20 am - 11:04 amOTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl-LAX Los Angeles

35h 44m2 stops London Heathrow San Francisco

$730British Airways

Tue, Sep 29 - Tue, Oct 27

3:05 pm - 12:10 amLAX Los Angeles-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl

23h 05m1 stop Vienna Intl

6:00 am - 1:05 pmOTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl-LAX Los Angeles

17h 05m1 stop Frankfurt am Main

$804Multiple Airlines

Tue, Sep 29 - Tue, Nov 24

3:05 pm - 6:05 pmLAX Los Angeles-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl

17h 00m1 stop Vienna Intl

6:00 am - 5:35 pmOTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl-LAX Los Angeles

21h 35m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Chicago O'Hare Intl

$814Multiple Airlines

Tue, Sep 29 - Tue, Nov 24

10:50 pm - 1:50 amSFO San Francisco-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl

17h 00m1 stop Warsaw Frederic Chopin

5:35 am - 2:15 pmOTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl-SFO San Francisco

18h 40m1 stop Warsaw Frederic Chopin

$823LOT

Sat, Sep 26 - Sun, Oct 18

10:35 pm - 5:25 pmLAX Los Angeles-CLJ Cluj Napoca

32h 50m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Munich Franz Josef Strauss

6:10 am - 3:15 pmCLJ Cluj Napoca-LAX Los Angeles

19h 05m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss

$836United Airlines

Tue, Sep 29 - Fri, Nov 27

10:35 pm - 5:25 pmLAX Los Angeles-CLJ Cluj Napoca

32h 50m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Munich Franz Josef Strauss

6:10 am - 10:55 pmCLJ Cluj Napoca-LAX Los Angeles

26h 45m2 stops Munich Franz Josef Strauss Denver Intl

$847United Airlines

Tue, Sep 29 - Fri, Nov 27

10:50 pm - 1:50 amSFO San Francisco-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl

17h 00m1 stop Warsaw Frederic Chopin

8:20 am - 2:15 pmOTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl-SFO San Francisco

15h 55m1 stop Warsaw Frederic Chopin

$872LOT

Sat, Sep 26 - Thu, Oct 8

6:40 pm - 11:40 pmLAX Los Angeles-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl

19h 00m1 stop Frankfurt am Main

6:05 am - 4:20 pmOTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl-LAX Los Angeles

20h 15m1 stop Frankfurt am Main

$906Lufthansa

Fri, Sep 25 - Fri, Oct 16

5:30 pm - 6:35 pmLAX Los Angeles-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl

15h 05m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss

7:20 pm - 3:15 pmOTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl-LAX Los Angeles

29h 55m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss

$940Lufthansa

Fri, Sep 25 - Sun, Sep 27

1:29 pm - 12:50 amSFO San Francisco-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl

49h 21m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl London Heathrow

6:10 pm - 7:03 pmOTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl-SFO San Francisco

34h 53m2 stops London Heathrow Los Angeles

$1,004British Airways

Sat, Sep 26 - Tue, Oct 6

Save money when you book flights with momondo

Big names and deals

Search 100s of travel sites to compare prices.

Filter for what you want

Free Wi-Fi? Stopover? Instantly customize your results.

Trusted and free

We’re completely free to use - no hidden charges or fees.

Price Alerts

Not ready to book? to track prices.

Search flight deals

Air Canada flights from California to Romania

Our best Air Canada deals on California to Romania flight tickets

Air Canada

Nov 11

SFO8:10 amSan Francisco

21h 40m

2 stops

OTP3:50 pmBucharest Otopeni Intl

Nov 26

OTP6:30 amBucharest Otopeni Intl

25h 03m

2 stops

SFO9:33 pmSan Francisco

$632

Air Canada

Oct 27

SFO8:25 amSan Francisco

22h 25m

2 stops

OTP3:50 pmBucharest Otopeni Intl

Nov 3

OTP6:00 amBucharest Otopeni Intl

25h 30m

2 stops

SFO9:30 pmSan Francisco

$644

Air Canada

Dec 10

LAX8:30 amLos Angeles

18h 00m

2 stops

OTP12:30 pmBucharest Otopeni Intl

Jan 6

OTP6:55 amBucharest Otopeni Intl

37h 39m

2 stops

LAX10:34 amLos Angeles

$683

LOT flights from California to Romania

Our best LOT deals on California to Romania flight tickets

LOT

Nov 6

LAX4:10 pmLos Angeles

34h 40m

1 stop

CLJ12:50 pmCluj Napoca

Nov 21

CLJ1:55 pmCluj Napoca

16h 15m

1 stop

LAX8:10 pmLos Angeles

$679

LOT

Nov 6

LAX4:10 pmLos Angeles

34h 40m

1 stop

CLJ12:50 pmCluj Napoca

Nov 21

CLJ1:55 pmCluj Napoca

16h 15m

1 stop

LAX8:10 pmLos Angeles

$680

LOT

Oct 16

LAX10:05 pmLos Angeles

29h 15m

1 stop

CLJ1:20 pmCluj Napoca

Oct 31

CLJ1:55 pmCluj Napoca

16h 15m

1 stop

LAX9:10 pmLos Angeles

$689

Fly from

Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

San FranciscoBucharest

SFO San Francisco - OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl

SFOOTP

San Francisco

Wed 2/17

5:25 pm-12:05 am

1 stop20h 40m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Wed 3/3

8:25 am-2:55 pm

1 stop16h 30m

$594

San FranciscoBucharest

SFO San Francisco - OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl

SFOOTP

San Francisco

Wed 2/24

5:25 pm-12:05 am

1 stop20h 40m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Wed 3/10

8:25 am-6:45 pm

1 stop20h 20m

$594

San FranciscoBucharest

SFO San Francisco - OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl

SFOOTP

San Francisco

Tue 3/23

10:40 pm-1:00 am

1 stop17h 20m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Tue 4/6

4:10 pm-4:15 pm

1 stop34h 05m

$612

San FranciscoBucharest

SFO San Francisco - OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl

SFOOTP

San Francisco

Sun 11/1

9:40 pm-1:00 am

1 stop17h 20m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Wed 11/11

6:30 am-4:30 pm

1 stop20h 00m

$613

Quickest round-trip

San FranciscoBucharest

SFO San Francisco - OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl

SFOOTP

San Francisco

Sun 11/1

9:40 pm-1:00 am

1 stop17h 20m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Wed 11/11

1:15 pm-7:35 pm

1 stop16h 20m

$622

San DiegoBucharest

SAN San Diego - OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl

SANOTP

San Diego

Wed 10/21

5:15 pm-1:10 am

1 stop21h 55m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Tue 11/3

6:00 am-3:45 pm

1 stop19h 45m

$622

Los AngelesBucharest

LAX Los Angeles - OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl

LAXOTP

Los Angeles

Mon 12/7

7:30 pm-3:50 pm

1 stop34h 20m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Mon 1/11

4:40 pm-4:35 pm

1 stop33h 55m

$662

San FranciscoBucharest

SFO San Francisco - OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl

SFOOTP

San Francisco

Wed 10/21

7:00 am-6:35 pm

2 stops25h 35m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Fri 10/30

2:40 pm-9:10 pm

1 stop15h 30m

$663

Los AngelesBucharest

LAX Los Angeles - OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl

LAXOTP

Los Angeles

Fri 11/13

4:32 pm-1:00 am

2 stops22h 28m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Fri 11/27

5:55 am-3:15 pm

2 stops19h 20m

$677

Los AngelesCluj Napoca

LAX Los Angeles - CLJ Cluj Napoca

LAXCLJ

Los Angeles

Tue 10/27

8:30 pm-10:05 am

1 stop28h 35m

Cluj Napoca

Mon 11/9

3:15 pm-4:35 pm

1 stop35h 20m

$692

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Showing 1-10 of 20 resultsSorted by cheapest first

How to get the cheapest flight ticket from California to Romania

Look no further. We've gone through all the searches for this route on momondo so you have the important information and insights to find the cheapest flight ticket for your trip

Prices

Airlines

Other information

What is the cheapest month to fly to Romania?

The cheapest month to fly to Romania from California is in January. Flight prices, which tend to average around $641, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you are unable to visit Romania during the month of January, then departing from California during the month February is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $653.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Romania from California when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Romania for around $789 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Romania from California for as low as $794 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on California to Romania flights?

You could potentially save up to 22% on your flight if you consider stops on a California to Romania flight.

Cheap California to Romania flight deals and tips

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

Best Price Found	$313
Fastest flight time	15h 05m
Direct flights	None

The best one-way flight to Romania from California in the past 72 hours is $313. The best round-trip flight deal from California to Romania found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $594.

The fastest flight from California to Romania takes 15h 05m

There are no direct flights from California to Romania. There are no popular flight routes from California to Romania.

Search flight deals

Frequently asked questions about flying from California to Romania

When did momondo last update prices for flights from California to Romania?
Prices for flights from California to Romania refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from California to Romania?
As of September 2026, there are 10 operators available to choose from for flights from California to Romania.
How old do you have to be to fly from California to Romania?
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 California to Romania.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Romania?
The required travel and health documents for your Romania trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Romania. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from California to Romania

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

Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Lufthansa	PriceFrom $482	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 8,234 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
KLM	PriceFrom $489	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 1,575 reviews	Search KLM flights
SWISS	PriceFrom $490	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 2,083 reviews	Search SWISS flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $501	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 10,226 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
British Airways	PriceFrom $501	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 8,226 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Delta	PriceFrom $514	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 8,591 reviews	Search Delta flights
LOT	PriceFrom $569	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,201 reviews	Search LOT flights
Air France	PriceFrom $591	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,651 reviews	Search Air France flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $605	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 4,462 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Austrian Airlines	PriceFrom $624	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 967 reviews	Search Austrian Airlines flights

Why use momondo?

Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal from California to Romania?

momondo collates all your flight options in one place and lets you filter them to find the perfect flight from California to Romania. momondo saves you time and could save you money on your trip.

Can I find flights from California to Romania with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Yes. momondo enables you to select and highlight flights to Romania from California with this policy.

How can momondo help me find flights from California to Romania?

momondo helps you find the best flight between California and Romania by providing filters to narrow your choice of flights to those matching your criteria. You can select flights based on numerous factors such as price, departure and landing times, airport and airline.

I’m not ready to book a flight from California to Romania right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?

Of course. momondo tracks the price of California to Romania flights. All you need is a valid email address and we will do the rest; it is that quick and easy.