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

Istanbul (IST) was the most common stop: 42% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

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 44% 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.

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.

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 10m 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 14h. Keep in mind that layovers or delays could extend your travel time.

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

Flights via Paris (CDG) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $538.

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

British Airways, Delta, and Lufthansa are the most popular carriers operating from Washington, D.C. to Bucharest

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.

$341 Cheap Flights from Washington, D.C. to Bucharest in 2026

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Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $1,119 to $761. The lowest price recently found on this route was $665.

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9:45 pm - 8:15 pm

IAD

OTP

15h 30m

1 stop

9:30 am - 7:50 pm

OTP

IAD

17h 20m

1 stop

$665Turkish Airlines

Mon, Aug 31 - Tue, Oct 13

1:20 pm - 2:35 pm

IAD

OTP

18h 15m

1 stop

9:35 pm - 7:50 pm

OTP

IAD

29h 15m

1 stop

$667Turkish Airlines

Sun, Aug 23 - Wed, Sep 9

1:20 pm - 8:15 pm

IAD

OTP

23h 55m

1 stop

9:35 pm - 11:35 am

OTP

IAD

21h 00m

1 stop

$669Turkish Airlines

Wed, Sep 2 - Wed, Sep 16

4:30 pm - 6:35 pm

IAD

OTP

19h 05m

2 stops

8:05 am - 7:55 pm

OTP

IAD

18h 50m

1 stop

$687Multiple Airlines

Mon, Nov 2 - Mon, Nov 16

2:59 pm - 2:35 pm

DCA

OTP

16h 36m

2 stops

8:15 am - 9:30 pm

OTP

DCA

20h 15m

2 stops

$690British Airways

Wed, Aug 19 - Wed, Sep 2

10:25 pm - 12:50 am

IAD

OTP

19h 25m

1 stop

8:15 am - 5:25 pm

OTP

IAD

16h 10m

1 stop

$691British Airways

Sun, Oct 4 - Sat, Oct 10

11:00 am - 1:00 pm

DCA

OTP

19h 00m

2 stops

8:10 am - 8:54 pm

OTP

DCA

19h 44m

2 stops

$710Multiple Airlines

Tue, Aug 11 - Sun, Sep 6

4:20 pm - 6:35 pm

DCA

OTP

19h 15m

2 stops

6:20 am - 7:57 pm

OTP

DCA

20h 37m

2 stops

$767Air Canada

Wed, Aug 5 - Thu, Aug 20

11:00 am - 3:50 pm

DCA

OTP

22h 50m

2 stops

6:30 am - 7:57 pm

OTP

DCA

20h 27m

2 stops

$768Air Canada

Wed, Oct 28 - Wed, Nov 4

7:04 pm - 6:35 pm

BWI

OTP

16h 31m

2 stops

6:05 am - 5:29 pm

OTP

BWI

18h 24m

2 stops

$785United Airlines

Mon, Aug 17 - Thu, Sep 3

Turkish Airlines flights from Washington, D.C. to Bucharest

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Turkish Airlines

Aug 31

IAD9:45 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

15h 30m

1 stop

OTP8:15 pmBucharest Otopeni Intl

Oct 13

OTP9:30 amBucharest Otopeni Intl

17h 20m

1 stop

IAD7:50 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$665

Turkish Airlines

Aug 23

IAD1:20 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

18h 15m

1 stop

OTP2:35 pmBucharest Otopeni Intl

Sep 9

OTP9:35 pmBucharest Otopeni Intl

29h 15m

1 stop

IAD7:50 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$667

Turkish Airlines

Sep 2

IAD1:20 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

23h 55m

1 stop

OTP8:15 pmBucharest Otopeni Intl

Sep 16

OTP9:35 pmBucharest Otopeni Intl

21h 00m

1 stop

IAD11:35 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$669

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Air France

Aug 5

IAD6:15 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

22h 20m

1 stop

OTP11:35 pmBucharest Otopeni Intl

Aug 20

OTP8:40 amBucharest Otopeni Intl

17h 55m

1 stop

IAD7:35 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$758

Air France

Aug 5

IAD6:15 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

22h 10m

1 stop

OTP11:25 pmBucharest Otopeni Intl

Aug 18

OTP3:40 pmBucharest Otopeni Intl

31h 25m

1 stop

IAD4:05 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$771

Air France

May 14

IAD6:15 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

14h 35m

1 stop

OTP3:50 pmBucharest Otopeni Intl

May 31

OTP8:40 amBucharest Otopeni Intl

17h 55m

1 stop

IAD7:35 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$1,068

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IADOTP

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 8/31

9:45 pm-8:15 pm

1 stop15h 30m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Tue 10/13

9:30 am-7:50 pm

1 stop17h 20m

$665

Washington, D.C.Bucharest

IAD - OTP

IADOTP

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 8/23

1:20 pm-2:35 pm

1 stop18h 15m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Wed 9/9

9:35 pm-7:50 pm

1 stop29h 15m

$667

Washington, D.C.Bucharest

IAD - OTP

IADOTP

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 9/2

1:20 pm-8:15 pm

1 stop23h 55m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Wed 9/16

9:35 pm-11:35 am

1 stop21h 00m

$669

Washington, D.C.Bucharest

IAD - OTP

IADOTP

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 11/2

4:30 pm-6:35 pm

2 stops19h 05m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Mon 11/16

8:05 am-7:55 pm

1 stop18h 50m

$687

Washington, D.C.Bucharest

DCA - OTP

DCAOTP

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 8/19

2:59 pm-2:35 pm

2 stops16h 36m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Wed 9/2

8:15 am-9:30 pm

2 stops20h 15m

$690

Washington, D.C.Bucharest

IAD - OTP

IADOTP

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 10/4

10:25 pm-12:50 am

1 stop19h 25m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Sat 10/10

8:15 am-5:25 pm

1 stop16h 10m

$691

Washington, D.C.Bucharest

DCA - OTP

DCAOTP

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 8/11

11:00 am-1:00 pm

2 stops19h 00m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Sun 9/6

8:10 am-8:54 pm

2 stops19h 44m

$710

Washington, D.C.Bucharest

DCA - OTP

DCAOTP

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 8/5

4:20 pm-6:35 pm

2 stops19h 15m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Thu 8/20

6:20 am-7:57 pm

2 stops20h 37m

$767

Washington, D.C.Bucharest

DCA - OTP

DCAOTP

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 10/28

11:00 am-3:50 pm

2 stops22h 50m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Wed 11/4

6:30 am-7:57 pm

2 stops20h 27m

$768

BaltimoreBucharest

BWI - OTP

BWIOTP

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 8/17

7:04 pm-6:35 pm

2 stops16h 31m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Thu 9/3

6:05 am-5:29 pm

2 stops18h 24m

$785

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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 $743 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.

Can stopping save me money on Washington, D.C. to Bucharest flights?

You could potentially save up to 1% on your flight if you consider stops on a Washington, D.C. to Bucharest flight.

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The fastest flight from Washington, D.C. to Bucharest takes 12h 00m

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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 00m.
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 (29% of total bookings). The next most popular airlines are Turkish Airlines (21%), British Airways (19%), and United Airlines (14%).

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British Airways	PriceFrom $344	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 7,949 reviews	Search British Airways flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $514	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,688 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $549	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 4,355 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Air France	PriceFrom $592	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 1,586 reviews	Search Air France flights
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Austrian Airlines	PriceFrom $622	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 915 reviews	Search Austrian Airlines flights
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