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Bucharest.£30 per passenger.Departing Tue, 10 Mar, returning Fri, 20 Mar.Return flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from London Stansted on Tue, 10 Mar, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Inbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Bucharest Otopeni on Fri, 20 Mar, arriving in London Stansted.Price includes taxes and charges.From £30, select.

Bucharest.£34 per passenger.Departing Tue, 10 Mar, returning Thu, 2 Apr.Return flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from London Stansted on Tue, 10 Mar, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Inbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Bucharest Otopeni on Thu, 2 Apr, arriving in London Stansted.Price includes taxes and charges.From £34, select.

Bucharest.£36 per passenger.Departing Tue, 28 Apr, returning Thu, 14 May.Return flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from London Stansted on Tue, 28 Apr, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Inbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Bucharest Otopeni on Thu, 14 May, arriving in London Stansted.Price includes taxes and charges.From £36, select.

Bucharest.£37 per passenger.Departing Tue, 28 Apr, returning Wed, 29 Apr.Return flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from London Stansted on Tue, 28 Apr, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Inbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Bucharest Otopeni on Wed, 29 Apr, arriving in London Stansted.Price includes taxes and charges.From £37, select.

Bucharest.£37 per passenger.Departing Tue, 5 May, returning Thu, 14 May.Return flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from London Stansted on Tue, 5 May, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Inbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Bucharest Otopeni on Thu, 14 May, arriving in London Stansted.Price includes taxes and charges.From £37, select.

Bucharest.£43 per passenger.Departing Mon, 9 Mar, returning Thu, 14 May.Return flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from London Stansted on Mon, 9 Mar, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Inbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Bucharest Otopeni on Thu, 14 May, arriving in London Stansted.Price includes taxes and charges.From £43, select.

Bucharest.£44 per passenger.Departing Tue, 2 Jun, returning Fri, 5 Jun.Return flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from London Stansted on Tue, 2 Jun, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Inbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Bucharest Otopeni on Fri, 5 Jun, arriving in London Stansted.Price includes taxes and charges.From £44, select.

Bucharest.£45 per passenger.Departing Sat, 30 May, returning Sat, 13 Jun.Return flight with Wizz Air Malta and Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Wizz Air Malta departs from London Luton on Sat, 30 May, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Inbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Bucharest Otopeni on Sat, 13 Jun, arriving in London Stansted.Price includes taxes and charges.From £45, select.

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Airports in Bucharest

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Bucharest Otopeni

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Frequently asked questions

How long is the flight to Bucharest?

The average flight time to Bucharest is 3 hours and 18 minutes. We've calculated this based on journeys from London.

How many airports are there in Bucharest?

There's one airport in Bucharest: Bucharest Otopeni.

Which airlines offer direct flights to Bucharest?

Ryanair, Wizz Air Malta, British Airways, American Airlines, Malta Air, Royal Air Maroc, Japan Airlines and FlyOne (Romania) all fly direct to Bucharest.

When is the cheapest time to fly to Bucharest?

The cheapest month to fly to Bucharest is usually March.

How can I find the best flight deal to Bucharest?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Bucharest but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

Can I get a direct flight to Bucharest?

Yes – you can fly direct to Bucharest Otopeni Airport and the average flight time is 3 hours and 22 minutes.

How much are return flights to Bucharest?

The best price we found for a return flight to Bucharest is £30. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

Which is the cheapest airport in Bucharest?

The cheapest airport near Bucharest is Bucharest Otopeni – which is 9.2 miles away from the centre of Bucharest. We've found flights into this airport from £30.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly to Bucharest on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that the cheapest date to fly to Bucharest is Tuesday, 10 March 2026.

When is the best time to book flights to Bucharest?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Bucharest is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

What’s the weather like in Bucharest?

The average temperature in Bucharest in March is around 6°C. The warmest month in Bucharest is typically July, which averages 31°C. The coolest month is January, with temperatures averaging -5°C. The rainiest month is June, and it usually rains the least in February.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly to Bucharest with?

Currently, Ryanair offers the cheapest flight tickets to Bucharest.

Flying to Bucharest

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	£30
Cheapest month to fly	March
Average flight time	3 hrs, 22 mins
Most popular airline	Ryanair
Average flights per week	532

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How to find cheap flights to Bucharest

£15 is the cheapest price for a one-way flight to Bucharest. Or you can book a return ticket for £30.
Let the best deals come to you by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or a push notification on the app when ticket prices go down.
Book your tickets in advance. You're more likely to find an awesome deal and have a wider selection of departure options.
Choose 'Add nearby airports' during your search to better your chances of scoring cheap flights to Bucharest. Doing this will give you more options for where you take off and touch down, along with different prices.
Indirect routes are generally cheaper, so search for flights that include a stop. Once your results appear, select the 'Stops' filter to explore your options.

Best time to go to Bucharest

If you're flexible with your dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest month, and even day of the year, to fly.
Plan your trip for July if you'd like to be there when it's busy. This is the most popular month for flights, but also when tickets are likely to cost more.
Travel in April if you'd rather avoid the crowds. This is the least busy month and also when plane tickets to Bucharest tend to be less expensive.
The weather can make or break a trip, so consider what kind of conditions you enjoy travelling in. Bucharest is warmest in August, averaging between 17ºC and 33ºC.
January has the lowest temperatures, ranging from about -9ºC to 8ºC.
September comes with a lower chance of grey skies. With three days of average rainfall, this is the driest month in Bucharest.
June brings the wettest conditions. You can expect around 11 days of rainfall.

Travelling to Bucharest: what you need to know

The busiest airport handling flights to the city is Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP).
Fly to your destination without any layovers. These are some of the popular airlines that offer direct flights to Bucharest:
When you arrive in Bucharest, you'll be in the UTC+2 timezone.
Once you've booked your tickets, choose a stay that fits seamlessly into your travel plans. Here are some popular hotels to put on your short list:

Getting to central Bucharest from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)

Central Bucharest is about 21 kms (13 miles) from OTP, the city's main gateway.
If you're taking a cab after your flight to Bucharest, it'll take around 35 minutes to get to the centre.
You can expect the ride to take about 1 hour 35 minutes when using public transport.
Take your pick of comfortable hotels close to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport. Check in to one of these after your flight to Bucharest:
Start your Bucharest adventure sooner by collecting a car hire at OTP. Klass Wagen, Pricecarz and Surprice are some of the top providers to select from here.
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport serves Bucharest and nearby areas in Ilfov County, Romania.

Bucharest highlights

Step off your flight to Bucharest and find your way to these popular attractions:
- Caru' cu Bere: Located in Sector 3 around 0.64 kms (0.40 miles) south of the city centre, this landmark is a perfect spot to start your tour of the city.
- ParkLake Shopping Centre: Shell out a little cash here while exploring Bucharest. This shopping area is roughly 5 kms (3 miles) southeast of the centre.
- BNR Palace: This also makes for a worthwhile detour. A top landmark, it's around 0.64 kms (0.40 miles) south of the heart of Bucharest.

Explore more of Romania

Romania has plenty more surprises in store. Continue on to Craiova, located around 177 kms (110 miles) west of Bucharest. Craiova Botanical Garden, Nicolae Romanescu Park and Craiova's Art Museum should be on your to-do list. Craiova Airport (CRA) is the city's most convenient major airport.
Galaţi is another popular destination in Romania and is roughly 193 kms (120 miles) northeast of Bucharest. Zero in on some of the best places like Faleza Dunării, Locomotiva cu aburi and Mihai Eminescu Park.
About 145 kms (90 miles) north of Bucharest, Braşov is worth a detour. Some of the best reasons to visit include Brasov Historical Centre, Centru Vechi and Black Tower. Brasov Ghimbav Airport (GHV) is the most convenient way to get here.

Complete your trip with a Bucharest car hire

Want to rent a car in the city? Browse the car rentals in Bucharest and begin exploring on your own terms. Compare prices in one place to find the ideal match once you've booked your hotel and cheap flight to Bucharest.