Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from Washington, D.C. to Bucharest?

Flights via Frankfurt am Main (FRA) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $564.

Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between Washington, D.C. and Bucharest?

Istanbul (IST) was the most common stop: 44% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

How long does it take to fly to Bucharest?

Flight times from Washington, D.C. to Bucharest vary, but if you’re flying out of Baltimore and flying into Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport (one of the most popular routes), then the duration is 12h 50m on average. Another popular route from Washington, D.C. to Bucharest is flying from Washington, D.C. to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport, which will take roughly 15h 50m. Keep in mind that layovers or delays could extend your travel time.

Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from Washington, D.C. to Bucharest?

Flights connecting via Paris (CDG) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 11h 30m.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Washington, D.C. to Bucharest?

Lufthansa, Air France, and KLM are the most popular carriers operating from Washington, D.C. to Bucharest

Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from Washington, D.C. to Bucharest?

Paris (CDG) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 1h 03m.

What airlines fly to Bucharest?

Turkish Airlines, Lufthansa and British Airways are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Bucharest from Washington, D.C. according to our data. Turkish Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 53% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Bucharest. Keep in mind that there are 7 different airlines that fly to Bucharest on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Washington, D.C. to Bucharest?

Prices for flights from Washington, D.C. to Bucharest are refreshed on a daily basis.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Washington, D.C. to Bucharest?

There are 7 operators available for flights from Washington, D.C. to Bucharest as of May 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly from Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C. 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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Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $1,088 to $772. The lowest price recently found on this route was $654.

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1:20 pm - 8:15 pm

IAD

OTP

23h 55m

1 stop

3:30 pm - 8:15 pm

OTP

IAD

35h 45m

1 stop

$654Turkish Airlines

Tue, Oct 20 - Tue, Nov 3

9:45 pm - 7:45 pm

IAD

OTP

39h 00m

2 stops

9:30 am - 11:35 am

OTP

IAD

33h 05m

1 stop

$656Turkish Airlines

Sun, Sep 20 - Sun, Oct 4

9:45 pm - 2:35 pm

IAD

OTP

33h 50m

1 stop

9:35 pm - 11:35 am

OTP

IAD

21h 00m

1 stop

$707Turkish Airlines

Sun, Sep 20 - Sun, Oct 4

9:45 pm - 8:15 pm

IAD

OTP

15h 30m

1 stop

9:30 am - 11:35 am

OTP

IAD

33h 05m

1 stop

$710Turkish Airlines

Wed, Sep 9 - Wed, Sep 23

5:45 pm - 1:20 am

IAD

OTP

24h 35m

1 stop

8:00 am - 3:35 pm

OTP

IAD

14h 35m

1 stop

$725British Airways

Tue, Oct 20 - Tue, Nov 3

5:45 pm - 5:20 pm

IAD

OTP

16h 35m

1 stop

8:05 am - 3:35 pm

OTP

IAD

14h 30m

1 stop

$727British Airways

Mon, Oct 19 - Mon, Nov 2

4:00 pm - 6:35 pm

DCA

OTP

19h 35m

2 stops

6:30 am - 3:21 pm

OTP

DCA

39h 51m

2 stops

$761Air Canada

Mon, Nov 9 - Thu, Nov 12

4:20 pm - 6:35 pm

DCA

OTP

19h 15m

2 stops

6:30 am - 7:57 pm

OTP

DCA

20h 27m

2 stops

$766Air Canada

Tue, Oct 20 - Tue, Nov 3

5:11 pm - 6:35 pm

BWI

OTP

42h 24m

2 stops

6:05 am - 10:58 pm

OTP

BWI

23h 53m

2 stops

$791United Airlines

Tue, Oct 6 - Tue, Oct 20

8:30 pm - 11:15 am

BWI

OTP

31h 45m

3 stops

3:10 pm - 7:25 pm

OTP

BWI

35h 15m

3 stops

$794Multiple Airlines

Mon, Sep 7 - Mon, Sep 14

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Turkish Airlines

Oct 20

IAD1:20 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

23h 55m

1 stop

OTP8:15 pmBucharest Otopeni Intl

Nov 3

OTP3:30 pmBucharest Otopeni Intl

35h 45m

1 stop

IAD8:15 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$654

Turkish Airlines

Sep 20

IAD9:45 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

39h 00m

2 stops

OTP7:45 pmBucharest Otopeni Intl

Oct 4

OTP9:30 amBucharest Otopeni Intl

33h 05m

1 stop

IAD11:35 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$656

Turkish Airlines

Sep 20

IAD9:45 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

33h 50m

1 stop

OTP2:35 pmBucharest Otopeni Intl

Oct 4

OTP9:35 pmBucharest Otopeni Intl

21h 00m

1 stop

IAD11:35 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$707

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Scandinavian Airlines

Aug 30

IAD8:20 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

20h 25m

2 stops

OTP11:45 pmBucharest Otopeni Intl

Sep 10

OTP4:50 pmBucharest Otopeni Intl

31h 10m

2 stops

IAD5:00 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$759

Scandinavian Airlines

Sep 19

IAD8:20 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

20h 25m

2 stops

OTP11:45 pmBucharest Otopeni Intl

Oct 3

OTP4:50 pmBucharest Otopeni Intl

31h 10m

2 stops

IAD5:00 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$777

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Tue 10/20

1:20 pm-8:15 pm

1 stop23h 55m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Tue 11/3

3:30 pm-8:15 pm

1 stop35h 45m

$654

Washington, D.C.Bucharest

IAD - OTP

IADOTP

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 9/20

9:45 pm-7:45 pm

2 stops39h 00m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Sun 10/4

9:30 am-11:35 am

1 stop33h 05m

$656

Washington, D.C.Bucharest

IAD - OTP

IADOTP

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 9/20

9:45 pm-2:35 pm

1 stop33h 50m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Sun 10/4

9:35 pm-11:35 am

1 stop21h 00m

$707

Washington, D.C.Bucharest

IAD - OTP

IADOTP

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 9/9

9:45 pm-8:15 pm

1 stop15h 30m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Wed 9/23

9:30 am-11:35 am

1 stop33h 05m

$710

Washington, D.C.Bucharest

IAD - OTP

IADOTP

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 10/20

5:45 pm-1:20 am

1 stop24h 35m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Tue 11/3

8:00 am-3:35 pm

1 stop14h 35m

$725

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IAD - OTP

IADOTP

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Mon 10/19

5:45 pm-5:20 pm

1 stop16h 35m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Mon 11/2

8:05 am-3:35 pm

1 stop14h 30m

$727

Washington, D.C.Bucharest

DCA - OTP

DCAOTP

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 11/9

4:00 pm-6:35 pm

2 stops19h 35m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Thu 11/12

6:30 am-3:21 pm

2 stops39h 51m

$761

Washington, D.C.Bucharest

DCA - OTP

DCAOTP

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 10/20

4:20 pm-6:35 pm

2 stops19h 15m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Tue 11/3

6:30 am-7:57 pm

2 stops20h 27m

$766

BaltimoreBucharest

BWI - OTP

BWIOTP

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 10/6

5:11 pm-6:35 pm

2 stops42h 24m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Tue 10/20

6:05 am-10:58 pm

2 stops23h 53m

$791

BaltimoreBucharest

BWI - OTP

BWIOTP

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 9/7

8:30 pm-11:15 am

3 stops31h 45m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Mon 9/14

3:10 pm-7:25 pm

3 stops35h 15m

$794

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Washington, D.C. and Bucharest?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Bucharest?

In general, July is the cheapest month to fly from Washington, D.C. to Bucharest. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $263. If you aren’t able to travel to Bucharest during the month of July, then flying in June is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $344.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Bucharest?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Bucharest from Washington, D.C. when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Bucharest for around $739 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Bucharest from Washington, D.C. for as low as $559 on momondo.

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The fastest flight from Washington, D.C. to Bucharest takes 12h 20m

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How far is Washington, D.C. to Bucharest by plane?
There are 4953.0 mi between Washington, D.C. and Bucharest. A reasonable flight in good conditions will take 12h 20m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Washington, D.C. to Bucharest?
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There are 7 operators available for flights from Washington, D.C. to Bucharest as of May 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C. to Bucharest?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular airline on flight routes from Washington, D.C. to Bucharest is Lufthansa (31% of total bookings). The next most popular airlines are British Airways (19%), Turkish Airlines (19%), and United Airlines (15%).

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British Airways	PriceFrom $344	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 7,997 reviews	Search British Airways flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $514	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,751 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
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