Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from Los Angeles to Bucharest?

Flights connecting via Vienna (VIE) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 14h 27m.

Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between Los Angeles and Bucharest?

Istanbul (IST) was the most common stop: 31% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

What airlines fly to Bucharest?

Lufthansa, Turkish Airlines and British Airways are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Bucharest from Los Angeles according to our data. Lufthansa is the first choice among our users, with 51% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Bucharest. Keep in mind that there are 11 different airlines that fly to Bucharest on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from Los Angeles to Bucharest?

Amsterdam (AMS) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 1h 20m.

Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from Los Angeles to Bucharest?

Flights via Warsaw (WAW) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $639.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Los Angeles Los Angeles to Bucharest?

Delta and SWISS are the most popular carriers operating from Los Angeles Los Angeles to Bucharest

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Los Angeles Airport to Bucharest?

Prices for flights from Los Angeles Airport to Bucharest are updated daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Los Angeles Airport to Bucharest?

As of April 2026, there are 11 operators available to choose from for flights from Los Angeles Airport to Bucharest.

How old do you have to be to fly from Los Angeles Airport to Bucharest?

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Los Angeles Airport to Bucharest.

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

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Bucharest 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 Bucharest. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $824 to $605. The lowest price recently found on this route was $624.

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8:10 pm - 12:05 pm

LAX

OTP

29h 55m

1 stop

9:30 am - 6:15 pm

OTP

LAX

18h 45m

1 stop

$624Turkish Airlines

Thu, May 7 - Thu, May 14

1:25 pm - 8:15 pm

LAX

OTP

20h 50m

1 stop

9:30 am - 6:15 pm

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LAX

18h 45m

1 stop

$646Turkish Airlines

Wed, Aug 5 - Wed, Oct 7

1:25 pm - 8:15 pm

LAX

OTP

20h 50m

1 stop

3:55 pm - 6:15 pm

OTP

LAX

36h 20m

1 stop

$649Turkish Airlines

Tue, Oct 6 - Wed, Oct 14

4:35 pm - 11:15 pm

LAX

OTP

20h 40m

1 stop

6:25 pm - 2:20 pm

OTP

LAX

29h 55m

1 stop

$676LOT

Mon, Oct 19 - Mon, Nov 2

7:35 pm - 1:10 am

LAX

OTP

19h 35m

1 stop

6:30 am - 4:35 pm

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LAX

20h 05m

1 stop

$677SWISS

Tue, Oct 20 - Tue, Nov 3

8:30 am - 12:25 pm

LAX

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17h 55m

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6:30 am - 4:35 pm

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LAX

20h 05m

1 stop

$682Multiple Airlines

Tue, Oct 20 - Tue, Nov 3

10:05 pm - 11:15 pm

LAX

OTP

15h 10m

1 stop

8:20 am - 2:20 pm

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LAX

16h 00m

1 stop

$683LOT

Sun, Aug 9 - Fri, Nov 13

8:10 pm - 8:20 pm

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OTP

38h 10m

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5:05 pm - 6:15 pm

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LAX

35h 10m

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$684Turkish Airlines

Mon, May 11 - Mon, May 25

8:10 pm - 8:10 am

LAX

OTP

26h 00m

1 stop

9:35 pm - 11:40 am

OTP

LAX

24h 05m

1 stop

$686Turkish Airlines

Thu, Oct 8 - Mon, Oct 19

7:35 pm - 3:20 pm

LAX

OTP

33h 45m

1 stop

6:20 am - 4:30 pm

OTP

LAX

20h 10m

1 stop

$689SWISS

Wed, Sep 9 - Tue, Sep 22

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SWISS flights from Los Angeles to Bucharest

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SWISS

Oct 20

LAX7:35 pmLos Angeles

19h 35m

1 stop

OTP1:10 amBucharest Otopeni Intl

Nov 3

OTP6:30 amBucharest Otopeni Intl

20h 05m

1 stop

LAX4:35 pmLos Angeles

$677

SWISS

Sep 9

LAX7:35 pmLos Angeles

33h 45m

1 stop

OTP3:20 pmBucharest Otopeni Intl

Sep 22

OTP6:20 amBucharest Otopeni Intl

20h 10m

1 stop

LAX4:30 pmLos Angeles

$689

SWISS

Oct 14

LAX2:00 pmLos Angeles

25h 10m

2 stops

OTP1:10 amBucharest Otopeni Intl

Nov 2

OTP4:40 pmBucharest Otopeni Intl

33h 55m

1 stop

LAX4:35 pmLos Angeles

$716

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Sep 16

LAX7:00 amLos Angeles

22h 10m

2 stops

OTP3:10 pmBucharest Otopeni Intl

Sep 29

OTP6:35 amBucharest Otopeni Intl

16h 30m

1 stop

LAX1:05 pmLos Angeles

$730

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May 7

LAX3:05 pmLos Angeles

17h 00m

1 stop

OTP6:05 pmBucharest Otopeni Intl

May 14

OTP6:35 amBucharest Otopeni Intl

16h 35m

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LAX1:10 pmLos Angeles

$851

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$624

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1:25 pm-8:15 pm

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9:30 am-6:15 pm

1 stop18h 45m

$646

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Tue 10/6

1:25 pm-8:15 pm

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4:35 pm-11:15 pm

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1 stop29h 55m

$676

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7:35 pm-1:10 am

1 stop19h 35m

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6:30 am-4:35 pm

1 stop20h 05m

$677

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LAX - OTP

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Los Angeles

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8:30 am-12:25 pm

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6:30 am-4:35 pm

1 stop20h 05m

$682

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10:05 pm-11:15 pm

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1 stop16h 00m

$683

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LAX - OTP

LAXOTP

Los Angeles

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8:10 pm-8:20 pm

1 stop38h 10m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Mon 5/25

5:05 pm-6:15 pm

2 stops35h 10m

$684

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LAX - OTP

LAXOTP

Los Angeles

Thu 10/8

8:10 pm-8:10 am

1 stop26h 00m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Mon 10/19

9:35 pm-11:40 am

1 stop24h 05m

$686

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LAX - OTP

LAXOTP

Los Angeles

Wed 9/9

7:35 pm-3:20 pm

1 stop33h 45m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Tue 9/22

6:20 am-4:30 pm

1 stop20h 10m

$689

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

What is the cheapest month to fly to Bucharest?

In general, March is the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to Bucharest. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $570. If you aren’t able to travel to Bucharest during the month of March, then flying in January is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $572.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Bucharest from Los Angeles when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Bucharest for around $721 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Bucharest from Los Angeles for as low as $626 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on Los Angeles to Bucharest flights?

You could potentially save up to 21% on your flight if you consider stops on a Los Angeles to Bucharest flight.

How have Los Angeles to Bucharest flight prices changed over time?

As of April 2026, prices for Los Angeles to Bucharest flights are approximately 41% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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How far is Los Angeles Los Angeles to Bucharest by plane?
The distance between Los Angeles Los Angeles and Bucharest is about 6567.1 mi. Flights usually cover this in 18h 10m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Los Angeles Airport to Bucharest?
Prices for flights from Los Angeles Airport to Bucharest are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Los Angeles Airport to Bucharest?
As of April 2026, there are 11 operators available to choose from for flights from Los Angeles Airport to Bucharest.
How old do you have to be to fly from Los Angeles Airport to Bucharest?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Los Angeles Airport to Bucharest.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Bucharest?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Bucharest 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 Bucharest. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.
What is the most popular airline from Los Angeles to Bucharest?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked airline on the route from Los Angeles to Bucharest is Lufthansa, representing 25% of all bookings. The subsequent popular airlines are Turkish Airlines at 16%, Air France at 13%, and Austrian Airlines at 11%.

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Delta	PriceFrom $382	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,451 reviews	Search Delta flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom $453	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 7,946 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
LOT	PriceFrom $475	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,189 reviews	Search LOT flights
KLM	PriceFrom $489	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 1,508 reviews	Search KLM flights
SWISS	PriceFrom $490	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,926 reviews	Search SWISS flights
British Airways	PriceFrom $511	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 7,910 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Air France	PriceFrom $550	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 1,579 reviews	Search Air France flights
Austrian Airlines	PriceFrom $553	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 906 reviews	Search Austrian Airlines flights
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