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Cheap flights from Chicago to Bucharest from $238

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Scandinavian Airlines Logo
7:15 pm - 8:00 pmORD-OTP
16h 45m1 stop
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8:20 pm - 5:45 pmOTP-ORD
28h 25m1 stop
$387Scandinavian Airlines
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Tue, Oct 21 - Sat, Nov 1
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7:15 pm - 9:10 pmORD-OTP
17h 55m1 stop
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9:25 pm - 4:10 pmOTP-ORD
26h 45m1 stop
$446Scandinavian Airlines
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Sun, Aug 17 - Sun, Oct 19
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7:15 pm - 8:35 pmORD-OTP
17h 20m1 stop
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9:25 pm - 4:10 pmOTP-ORD
26h 45m1 stop
$454Scandinavian Airlines
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Fri, Sep 5 - Sat, Sep 13
Scandinavian Airlines Logo
7:15 pm - 8:35 pmORD-OTP
17h 20m1 stop
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9:50 pm - 4:10 pmOTP-ORD
26h 20m1 stop
$456Scandinavian Airlines
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Fri, Sep 5 - Fri, Sep 12
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7:15 pm - 9:10 pmORD-OTP
17h 55m1 stop
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9:25 pm - 4:10 pmOTP-ORD
26h 45m1 stop
$457Scandinavian Airlines
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Sun, Aug 17 - Sun, Oct 19
Turkish Airlines Logo
8:20 pm - 8:50 amORD-OTP
28h 30m1 stop
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9:50 pm - 6:25 pmOTP-ORD
28h 35m1 stop
$525Turkish Airlines
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Tue, Dec 2 - Tue, Dec 16
LOT Logo
9:55 pm - 5:40 pmORD-OTP
11h 45m1 stop
LOT Logo
6:25 pm - 8:00 pmOTP-ORD
33h 35m1 stop
$532LOT
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Mon, Nov 3 - Mon, Nov 17
Turkish Airlines Logo
7:50 pm - 8:10 amORD-OTP
28h 20m1 stop
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9:30 am - 9:40 amOTP-ORD
32h 10m1 stop
$534Turkish Airlines
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Mon, Sep 15 - Wed, Oct 15
Lufthansa Logo
9:50 pm - 6:30 pmORD-OTP
12h 40m1 stop
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5:55 am - 1:10 pmOTP-ORD
15h 15m1 stop
$570Lufthansa
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Sun, Nov 2 - Sun, Nov 16
SWISS Logo
7:05 pm - 3:20 pmORD-OTP
12h 15m1 stop
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4:10 pm - 3:55 pmOTP-ORD
31h 45m1 stop
$580SWISS
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Wed, Aug 13 - Mon, Aug 25

Scandinavian Airlines flights from Chicago to Bucharest

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Scandinavian Airlines
Oct 21
ORD7:15 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
16h 45m
1 stop
OTP8:00 pmBucharest Otopeni Intl
Nov 1
OTP8:20 pmBucharest Otopeni Intl
28h 25m
1 stop
ORD5:45 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Scandinavian Airlines
Aug 17
ORD7:15 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
17h 55m
1 stop
OTP9:10 pmBucharest Otopeni Intl
Oct 19
OTP9:25 pmBucharest Otopeni Intl
26h 45m
1 stop
ORD4:10 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Scandinavian Airlines
Sep 5
ORD7:15 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
17h 20m
1 stop
OTP8:35 pmBucharest Otopeni Intl
Sep 13
OTP9:25 pmBucharest Otopeni Intl
26h 45m
1 stop
ORD4:10 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Turkish Airlines flights from Chicago to Bucharest

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Turkish Airlines
Dec 2
ORD8:20 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
28h 30m
1 stop
OTP8:50 amBucharest Otopeni Intl
Dec 16
OTP9:50 pmBucharest Otopeni Intl
28h 35m
1 stop
ORD6:25 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Turkish Airlines
Sep 15
ORD7:50 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
28h 20m
1 stop
OTP8:10 amBucharest Otopeni Intl
Oct 15
OTP9:30 amBucharest Otopeni Intl
32h 10m
1 stop
ORD9:40 amChicago O'Hare Intl
Turkish Airlines
Dec 3
ORD8:20 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
28h 30m
1 stop
OTP8:50 amBucharest Otopeni Intl
Dec 17
OTP3:30 pmBucharest Otopeni Intl
26h 35m
1 stop
ORD10:05 amChicago O'Hare Intl

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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 $586. If you aren’t able to travel to Bucharest during the month of February, then flying in October is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $608.

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 $734 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 July 2025, prices for Chicago to Bucharest flights are approximately 49% 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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Best Price Found

$238

Fastest flight time

11h 45m

Direct flights

None

Airports in Bucharest

1 airport
The best one-way flight to Bucharest from Chicago in the past 72 hours is $238. The best round-trip flight deal from Chicago to Bucharest found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $387.
The fastest flight from Chicago to Bucharest takes 11h 45m
There are no direct flights from Chicago to Bucharest. Popular non-direct route for this connection is Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport - Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport.
There is 1 airport near Bucharest: Bucharest Otopeni Intl (OTP)

  • 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.

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

  • 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.

  • What is the most popular airline from Chicago to Bucharest?


Best airlines flying from Chicago to Bucharest

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Scandinavian AirlinesPriceFrom $385Free CancellationRating
7.3
1,416 reviews
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Turkish AirlinesPriceFrom $510Free CancellationRating
7.3
3,895 reviews
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Austrian AirlinesPriceFrom $517Free CancellationRating
7.6
809 reviews
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LOTPriceFrom $533Free CancellationRating
7.6
1,093 reviews
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British AirwaysPriceFrom $544Free CancellationRating
6.6
7,093 reviews
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LufthansaPriceFrom $547Free CancellationRating
6.8
7,207 reviews
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Air FrancePriceFrom $580Free CancellationRating
7.5
1,473 reviews
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KLMPriceFrom $582Free CancellationRating
7.8
1,366 reviews
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SWISSPriceFrom $587Free CancellationRating
7.5
1,654 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $588Free CancellationRating
7.4
8,861 reviews
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