What airlines fly to Bucharest?

Turkish Airlines, Lufthansa and United Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Bucharest from San Francisco according to our data. Turkish Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 45% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Bucharest. Keep in mind that there are 8 different airlines that fly to Bucharest on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from San Francisco to Bucharest?

Air Canada, SWISS, and Air France are the most popular carriers operating from San Francisco to Bucharest

When did momondo last update prices for flights from San Francisco Airport to Bucharest?

Prices for flights from San Francisco Airport to Bucharest are updated daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from San Francisco Airport to Bucharest?

As of July 2025, there are 7 operators available to choose from for flights from San Francisco Airport to Bucharest.

How old do you have to be to fly from San Francisco Airport to Bucharest?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from San Francisco 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.

$318 Cheap Flights from San Francisco to Bucharest in 2025

Q: What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between San Francisco and Bucharest?

Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $1,103 to $1,396. The lowest price recently found on this route was $587.

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9:40 pm - 1:05 amSFO-OTP

17h 25m1 stop

5:55 am - 12:40 pmOTP-SFO

16h 45m1 stop

$587Lufthansa

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Tue, Nov 11 - Tue, Nov 25

8:25 am - 3:40 pmSFO-OTP

21h 15m2 stops

6:45 am - 7:35 pmOTP-SFO

22h 50m2 stops

$588

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Tue, Nov 11 - Tue, Nov 25

9:40 pm - 1:05 amSFO-OTP

17h 25m1 stop

6:30 am - 9:22 pmOTP-SFO

24h 52m2 stops

$589

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Wed, Nov 12 - Wed, Nov 26

7:25 pm - 12:30 amSFO-OTP

19h 05m1 stop

4:40 pm - 4:25 pmOTP-SFO

33h 45m1 stop

$590SWISS

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Mon, Nov 10 - Mon, Nov 24

10:50 am - 6:35 pmSFO-OTP

21h 45m2 stops

6:05 am - 5:19 pmOTP-SFO

21h 14m2 stops

$631United Airlines

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Sun, Aug 3 - Fri, Aug 22

12:40 pm - 8:10 amSFO-OTP

33h 30m1 stop

9:30 am - 10:35 amOTP-SFO

35h 05m1 stop

$647Turkish Airlines

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Mon, Aug 11 - Fri, Aug 29

10:40 pm - 12:10 pmSFO-OTP

27h 30m2 stops

5:55 am - 3:55 pmOTP-SFO

20h 00m1 stop

$649United Airlines

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Sat, Jan 10 - Sat, Jan 24

10:38 am - 3:45 pmSFO-OTP

19h 07m2 stops

8:00 am - 11:24 pmOTP-SFO

25h 24m2 stops

$650British Airways

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Thu, Dec 11 - Thu, Dec 25

6:45 pm - 8:25 pmSFO-OTP

15h 40m1 stop

3:55 pm - 4:40 pmOTP-SFO

34h 45m1 stop

$653Turkish Airlines

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Thu, Sep 18 - Thu, Oct 2

5:50 am - 12:10 pmSFO-OTP

20h 20m2 stops

6:05 am - 1:35 pmOTP-SFO

17h 30m1 stop

$675Delta

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Lufthansa flights from San Francisco to Bucharest

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Lufthansa

Nov 11

SFO9:40 pmSan Francisco

17h 25m

1 stop

OTP1:05 amBucharest Otopeni Intl

Nov 25

OTP5:55 amBucharest Otopeni Intl

16h 45m

1 stop

SFO12:40 pmSan Francisco

$587

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Lufthansa

Nov 12

SFO9:40 pmSan Francisco

17h 25m

1 stop

OTP1:05 amBucharest Otopeni Intl

Nov 16

OTP5:55 amBucharest Otopeni Intl

16h 45m

1 stop

SFO12:40 pmSan Francisco

$643

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Lufthansa

Nov 12

SFO2:40 pmSan Francisco

17h 50m

2 stops

OTP6:30 pmBucharest Otopeni Intl

Nov 16

OTP5:55 amBucharest Otopeni Intl

16h 45m

1 stop

SFO12:40 pmSan Francisco

$669

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SWISS flights from San Francisco to Bucharest

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SWISS

Nov 10

SFO7:25 pmSan Francisco

19h 05m

1 stop

OTP12:30 amBucharest Otopeni Intl

Nov 24

OTP4:40 pmBucharest Otopeni Intl

33h 45m

1 stop

SFO4:25 pmSan Francisco

$590

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SWISS

Dec 11

SFO7:25 pmSan Francisco

19h 00m

1 stop

OTP12:25 amBucharest Otopeni Intl

Dec 25

OTP6:30 amBucharest Otopeni Intl

19h 55m

1 stop

SFO4:25 pmSan Francisco

$644

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SWISS

Jul 28

SFO7:40 pmSan Francisco

31h 25m

1 stop

OTP1:05 pmBucharest Otopeni Intl

Aug 5

OTP6:30 amBucharest Otopeni Intl

19h 40m

1 stop

SFO4:10 pmSan Francisco

$1,231

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from San Francisco to Bucharest

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

What is the cheapest month to fly to Bucharest?

In general, September is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Bucharest. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $671. If you aren’t able to travel to Bucharest during the month of September, then flying in November is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $691.

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 $733. The most expensive day to fly to Bucharest is Wednesday, with ticket prices averaging around $1,195.

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 afternoon. momondo users have found flights departing from San Francisco to Bucharest in the afternoon for as low as $724. 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 in the evening when prices are around $1,056.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Bucharest from San Francisco when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Bucharest for around $922 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Bucharest from San Francisco for as low as $678 on momondo.

How have San Francisco to Bucharest flight prices changed over time?

As of July 2025, prices for San Francisco to Bucharest flights are approximately 23% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from San Francisco to Bucharest

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from San Francisco to Bucharest according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.

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Best Price Found	$318
Fastest flight time	14h 45m
Direct flights	None
Airports in Bucharest	1 airport

The best one-way flight to Bucharest from San Francisco in the past 72 hours is $318. The best round-trip flight deal from San Francisco to Bucharest found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $587.

The fastest flight from San Francisco to Bucharest takes 14h 45m

There are no direct flights from San Francisco to Bucharest. Popular non-direct route for this connection is San Francisco Airport - Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport.

There is 1 airport near Bucharest: Bucharest Otopeni Intl (OTP)

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How far is San Francisco to Bucharest by plane?
The straight-line distance from San Francisco to Bucharest is 6420.8 mi. In terms of flight time, this usually takes a little over 15h 40m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from San Francisco Airport to Bucharest?
Prices for flights from San Francisco Airport to Bucharest are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from San Francisco Airport to Bucharest?
As of July 2025, there are 7 operators available to choose from for flights from San Francisco Airport to Bucharest.
How old do you have to be to fly from San Francisco Airport to Bucharest?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from San Francisco 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 San Francisco to Bucharest?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular airline on flight routes from San Francisco to Bucharest is Turkish Airlines (42% of total bookings). The next most popular airlines are Lufthansa (20%), United Airlines (20%), and KLM (8%).

Best airlines flying from San Francisco to Bucharest

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Scandinavian Airlines	PriceFrom $519	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 1,423 reviews	Search Scandinavian Airlines flights
British Airways	PriceFrom $602	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.6 7,134 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $626	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 3,901 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $636	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 8,856 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
SWISS	PriceFrom $662	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,657 reviews	Search SWISS flights
KLM	PriceFrom $666	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 1,372 reviews	Search KLM flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom $675	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 7,205 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights

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

What is the cheapest month to fly to Bucharest?

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 $733. The most expensive day to fly to Bucharest is Wednesday, with ticket prices averaging around $1,195.

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

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

How have San Francisco to Bucharest flight prices changed over time?

As of July 2025, prices for San Francisco to Bucharest flights are approximately 23% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from San Francisco to Bucharest?

Air Canada, SWISS, and Air France are the most popular carriers operating from San Francisco to Bucharest

What airlines fly to Bucharest?

When to book flights from San Francisco to Bucharest

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Best airlines flying from San Francisco to Bucharest

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