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Cheap flights from Chicago to Bucharest from $247

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Turkish Airlines Logo
11:50 am - 8:30 pmORD-OTP
24h 40m1 stop
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3:30 pm - 10:05 amOTP-ORD
26h 35m1 stop
$550Turkish Airlines
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Mon, Dec 29 - Wed, Feb 25
Turkish Airlines Logo
11:45 pm - 8:10 amORD-OTP
24h 25m1 stop
Turkish Airlines Logo
3:55 pm - 9:40 amOTP-ORD
25h 45m1 stop
$554Turkish Airlines
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Mon, Sep 15 - Fri, Oct 17
LOT Logo
9:40 pm - 5:45 pmORD-OTP
12h 05m1 stop
LOT Logo
6:25 pm - 9:00 pmOTP-ORD
33h 35m1 stop
$556LOT
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Tue, Oct 7 - Fri, Oct 31
Lufthansa Logo
9:40 pm - 6:35 pmORD-OTP
12h 55m1 stop
Lufthansa Logo
5:55 am - 1:10 pmOTP-ORD
15h 15m1 stop
$563Lufthansa
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Tue, Oct 14 - Sat, Nov 8
LOT Logo
9:40 pm - 5:45 pmORD-OTP
12h 05m1 stop
LOT Logo
8:20 am - 9:00 pmOTP-ORD
19h 40m1 stop
$564LOT
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Wed, Oct 22 - Sat, Nov 1
British Airways Logo
6:45 pm - 3:10 pmORD-OTP
12h 25m1 stop
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4:45 pm - 1:50 pmOTP-ORD
29h 05m1 stop
$577British Airways
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Fri, Jan 9 - Fri, Jan 16
British Airways Logo
4:55 pm - 2:05 pmORD-OTP
13h 10m1 stop
British Airways Logo
8:00 am - 6:45 pmOTP-ORD
18h 45m1 stop
$582British Airways
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Sun, Oct 12 - Thu, Nov 6
United Airlines Logo
9:50 pm - 6:35 pmORD-OTP
12h 45m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
5:55 am - 7:30 pmOTP-ORD
21h 35m2 stops
$584United Airlines
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Mon, Nov 17 - Tue, Dec 2
United Airlines Logo
9:40 pm - 6:35 pmORD-OTP
12h 55m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
5:55 am - 1:10 pmOTP-ORD
15h 15m1 stop
$585United Airlines
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Wed, Oct 15 - Mon, Nov 3
Lufthansa Logo
9:40 pm - 6:35 pmORD-OTP
12h 55m1 stop
Lufthansa Logo
7:20 pm - 6:26 pmOTP-ORD
30h 06m2 stops
$619Lufthansa
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Fri, Oct 10 - Fri, Oct 31

Turkish Airlines flights from Chicago to Bucharest

Our best Turkish Airlines deals on Chicago to Bucharest flight tickets
Turkish Airlines
Dec 29
ORD11:50 amChicago O'Hare Intl
24h 40m
1 stop
OTP8:30 pmBucharest Otopeni Intl
Feb 25
OTP3:30 pmBucharest Otopeni Intl
26h 35m
1 stop
ORD10:05 amChicago O'Hare Intl
$550
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Turkish Airlines
Sep 15
ORD11:45 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
24h 25m
1 stop
OTP8:10 amBucharest Otopeni Intl
Oct 17
OTP3:55 pmBucharest Otopeni Intl
25h 45m
1 stop
ORD9:40 amChicago O'Hare Intl
$554
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Turkish Airlines
Sep 8
ORD11:45 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
24h 25m
1 stop
OTP8:10 amBucharest Otopeni Intl
Sep 22
OTP9:30 amBucharest Otopeni Intl
16h 25m
1 stop
ORD5:55 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
$573
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United Airlines flights from Chicago to Bucharest

Our best United Airlines deals on Chicago to Bucharest flight tickets
United Airlines
Nov 17
ORD9:50 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
12h 45m
1 stop
OTP6:35 pmBucharest Otopeni Intl
Dec 2
OTP5:55 amBucharest Otopeni Intl
21h 35m
2 stops
ORD7:30 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
$584
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United Airlines
Oct 15
ORD9:40 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
12h 55m
1 stop
OTP6:35 pmBucharest Otopeni Intl
Nov 3
OTP5:55 amBucharest Otopeni Intl
15h 15m
1 stop
ORD1:10 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
$585
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United Airlines
Nov 19
ORD3:20 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
19h 20m
1 stop
OTP6:40 pmBucharest Otopeni Intl
Dec 2
OTP5:55 amBucharest Otopeni Intl
13h 15m
1 stop
ORD11:10 amChicago O'Hare Intl
$588
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Chicago to Bucharest that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, momondo users made 832,500 searches. Data last updated August 20, 2025.
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ChicagoBucharest

ORD - OTP

ORDOTP

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 12/29

11:50 am-8:30 pm

1 stop24h 40m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Wed 2/25

3:30 pm-10:05 am

1 stop26h 35m

$550

ChicagoBucharest

ORD - OTP

ORDOTP

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 9/15

11:45 pm-8:10 am

1 stop24h 25m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Fri 10/17

3:55 pm-9:40 am

1 stop25h 45m

$554

ChicagoBucharest

ORD - OTP

ORDOTP

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 10/7

9:40 pm-5:45 pm

1 stop12h 05m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Fri 10/31

6:25 pm-9:00 pm

1 stop33h 35m

$556

ChicagoBucharest

ORD - OTP

ORDOTP

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 10/14

9:40 pm-6:35 pm

1 stop12h 55m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Sat 11/8

5:55 am-1:10 pm

1 stop15h 15m

$563

ChicagoBucharest

ORD - OTP

ORDOTP

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 10/22

9:40 pm-5:45 pm

1 stop12h 05m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Sat 11/1

8:20 am-9:00 pm

1 stop19h 40m

$564

ChicagoBucharest

ORD - OTP

ORDOTP

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 1/9

6:45 pm-3:10 pm

1 stop12h 25m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Fri 1/16

4:45 pm-1:50 pm

1 stop29h 05m

$577

ChicagoBucharest

ORD - OTP

ORDOTP

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 10/12

4:55 pm-2:05 pm

1 stop13h 10m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Thu 11/6

8:00 am-6:45 pm

1 stop18h 45m

$582

ChicagoBucharest

ORD - OTP

ORDOTP

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 11/17

9:50 pm-6:35 pm

1 stop12h 45m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Tue 12/2

5:55 am-7:30 pm

2 stops21h 35m

$584

ChicagoBucharest

ORD - OTP

ORDOTP

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 10/15

9:40 pm-6:35 pm

1 stop12h 55m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Mon 11/3

5:55 am-1:10 pm

1 stop15h 15m

$585

ChicagoBucharest

ORD - OTP

ORDOTP

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 10/10

9:40 pm-6:35 pm

1 stop12h 55m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Fri 10/31

7:20 pm-6:26 pm

2 stops30h 06m

$619

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Chicago and Bucharest?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Bucharest?

In general, February is the cheapest month to fly from Chicago to Bucharest. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $588. If you aren’t able to travel to Bucharest during the month of February, then flying in March is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $616.

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

Our data shows that Monday is the least expensive day to fly to Bucharest. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as $748. The most expensive day to fly to Bucharest is Sunday, with ticket prices averaging around $991.

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 Chicago to Bucharest in the morning for as low as $694. 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 at noon when prices are around $1,070.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Bucharest from Chicago when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Bucharest for around $728 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Bucharest from Chicago for as low as $634 on momondo.

How have Chicago to Bucharest flight prices changed over time?

As of August 2025, prices for Chicago to Bucharest flights are approximately 13% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Chicago to Bucharest

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Chicago to Bucharest according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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Cheap Chicago to Bucharest (CHI to BUH) flight deals and tips

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  • How far is Chicago to Bucharest by plane?

    The straight-line distance from Chicago to Bucharest is 5200.7 mi. Flights usually cover this in 11h 45m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.

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

    Prices for flights from Chicago to Bucharest are updated daily.

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  • How old do you have to be to fly from Chicago to Bucharest?

    Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Chicago to Bucharest.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Bucharest?

    The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Bucharest may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Bucharest. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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Best airlines flying from Chicago to Bucharest

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Scandinavian AirlinesPriceFrom $385Free CancellationRating
7.4
1,471 reviews
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Turkish AirlinesPriceFrom $503Free CancellationRating
7.3
3,949 reviews
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Austrian AirlinesPriceFrom $517Free CancellationRating
7.6
830 reviews
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LOTPriceFrom $536Free CancellationRating
7.6
1,110 reviews
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British AirwaysPriceFrom $544Free CancellationRating
6.7
7,289 reviews
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LufthansaPriceFrom $545Free CancellationRating
6.8
7,337 reviews
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Air FrancePriceFrom $580Free CancellationRating
7.4
1,469 reviews
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KLMPriceFrom $582Free CancellationRating
7.8
1,388 reviews
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SWISSPriceFrom $587Free CancellationRating
7.6
1,699 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $588Free CancellationRating
7.4
8,928 reviews
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