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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Bucharest to Washington D.C.? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from £415. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Washington D.C..£409 per passenger.Departing Sat, 25 Apr, returning Sun, 10 May.Return flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Bucharest Otopeni on Sat, 25 Apr, arriving in Washington Dulles.Inbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Washington Dulles on Sun, 10 May, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Price includes taxes and charges.From £409, select.
Washington D.C..£414 per passenger.Departing Thu, 26 Mar, returning Wed, 8 Apr.Return flight with Lufthansa.Outbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Bucharest Otopeni on Thu, 26 Mar, arriving in Washington Dulles.Inbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Washington Dulles on Wed, 8 Apr, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Price includes taxes and charges.From £414, select.
Washington D.C..£415 per passenger.Departing Thu, 16 Apr, returning Thu, 30 Apr.Return flight with Lufthansa.Outbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Bucharest Otopeni on Thu, 16 Apr, arriving in Washington Dulles.Inbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Washington Dulles on Thu, 30 Apr, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Price includes taxes and charges.From £415, select.
Washington D.C..£417 per passenger.Departing Tue, 5 May, returning Thu, 2 Jul.Return flight with Lufthansa.Outbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Bucharest Otopeni on Tue, 5 May, arriving in Washington Dulles.Inbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Washington Dulles on Thu, 2 Jul, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Price includes taxes and charges.From £417, select.
Washington D.C..£420 per passenger.Departing Fri, 27 Mar, returning Wed, 23 Dec.Return flight with Lufthansa and Austrian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Bucharest Otopeni on Fri, 27 Mar, arriving in Washington Dulles.Inbound indirect flight with Austrian Airlines, departs from Washington Dulles on Wed, 23 Dec, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Price includes taxes and charges.From £420, select.
Washington D.C..£427 per passenger.Departing Sat, 13 Jun, returning Tue, 25 Aug.Return flight with Lufthansa and United.Outbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Bucharest Otopeni on Sat, 13 Jun, arriving in Washington Dulles.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from Washington Dulles on Tue, 25 Aug, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Price includes taxes and charges.From £427, select.
Washington D.C..£428 per passenger.Departing Sat, 4 Jul, returning Sun, 12 Jul.Return flight with Lufthansa.Outbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Bucharest Otopeni on Sat, 4 Jul, arriving in Washington Dulles.Inbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Washington Dulles on Sun, 12 Jul, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Price includes taxes and charges.From £428, select.
Washington D.C..£428 per passenger.Departing Thu, 23 Jul, returning Mon, 3 Aug.Return flight with Lufthansa and SWISS.Outbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Bucharest Otopeni on Thu, 23 Jul, arriving in Washington Dulles.Inbound indirect flight with SWISS, departs from Washington Dulles on Mon, 3 Aug, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Price includes taxes and charges.From £428, select.
Washington D.C..£429 per passenger.Departing Tue, 26 May, returning Mon, 12 Oct.Return flight with Lufthansa and SWISS.Outbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Bucharest Otopeni on Tue, 26 May, arriving in Washington Dulles.Inbound indirect flight with SWISS, departs from Washington Dulles on Mon, 12 Oct, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Price includes taxes and charges.From £429, select.
Washington D.C..£429 per passenger.Departing Fri, 12 Jun, returning Wed, 30 Sep.Return flight with Lufthansa and SWISS.Outbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Bucharest Otopeni on Fri, 12 Jun, arriving in Washington Dulles.Inbound indirect flight with SWISS, departs from Washington Dulles on Wed, 30 Sep, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Price includes taxes and charges.From £429, select.
Washington D.C..£431 per passenger.Departing Thu, 18 Jun, returning Wed, 22 Jul.Return flight with Lufthansa and United.Outbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Bucharest Otopeni on Thu, 18 Jun, arriving in Washington Dulles.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from Washington Dulles on Wed, 22 Jul, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Price includes taxes and charges.From £431, select.
Washington D.C..£431 per passenger.Departing Fri, 1 May, returning Tue, 22 Sep.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Bucharest Otopeni on Fri, 1 May, arriving in Washington Dulles.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from Washington Dulles on Tue, 22 Sep, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Price includes taxes and charges.From £431, select.
Washington D.C..£432 per passenger.Departing Thu, 26 Mar, returning Mon, 30 Mar.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Bucharest Otopeni on Thu, 26 Mar, arriving in Washington Dulles.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Baltimore Washington International on Mon, 30 Mar, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Price includes taxes and charges.From £432, select.
Washington D.C..£435 per passenger.Departing Sat, 2 May, returning Thu, 7 May.Return flight with KLM and Air France.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Bucharest Otopeni on Sat, 2 May, arriving in Washington Dulles.Inbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Washington Dulles on Thu, 7 May, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Price includes taxes and charges.From £435, select.
Washington D.C..£435 per passenger.Departing Fri, 12 Jun, returning Mon, 15 Jun.Return flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Bucharest Otopeni on Fri, 12 Jun, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Inbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Baltimore Washington International on Mon, 15 Jun, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Price includes taxes and charges.From £435, select.
Washington D.C..£435 per passenger.Departing Fri, 12 Jun, returning Fri, 9 Oct.Return flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Bucharest Otopeni on Fri, 12 Jun, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Inbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Baltimore Washington International on Fri, 9 Oct, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Price includes taxes and charges.From £435, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Bucharest to Washington D.C.

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Bucharest to Washington D.C. flights are currently cheapest in April.
Mar
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Apr
from £415
May
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Jun
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Jul
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Alternative Bucharest to Washington D.C. routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Bucharest to Washington D.C.? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Washington Ronald Reagan

3 miles from central Washington D.C.
Closest
from £435
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Camp Springs Andrews AFB

11 miles from central Washington D.C.
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Washington Dulles

23 miles from central Washington D.C.
Cheapest
from £409
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Baltimore Washington International

27 miles from central Washington D.C.
from £435
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Manassas

29 miles from central Washington D.C.
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Bucharest to Washington D.C.: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found£409
Cheapest month to flyApril

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Finding cheap flights from Bucharest to Washington D.C.: Frequently asked questions

There are 5 airports in Washington D.C.: Washington Ronald Reagan, Camp Springs Andrews AFB, Washington Dulles, Baltimore Washington International, and Manassas.
The best price we found for a return flight from Bucharest to Washington D.C. is £409. 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.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Bucharest to Washington D.C.. But we found flights with one or more stops from £409.
As of March 2026, there are no flights flying from Bucharest to Washington D.C..
The cheapest month to fly from Bucharest to Washington D.C. is usually April.
If you're flying from Bucharest, the cheapest airport near Washington D.C. is Washington Dulles – which is 22.7 miles away from the centre of Washington D.C.. We've found flights into this airport from £409.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Bucharest to Washington D.C. on Saturday, 25 April 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Bucharest and Washington D.C.. Most routes have one or more stops.
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 Washington D.C. 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.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Washington D.C. is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In March, the average temperature is usually around 6°C. July is typically the warmest month in Washington D.C., when it usually averages around 31°C. You can expect the least rain in February. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging -4°C. The rainiest month is September.
The cheapest airline that flies to Washington D.C. is British Airways .

Flying from Bucharest to Washington DC: what you need to know

  • Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) is Bucharest's main airport. Check out your options for booking a flight from Bucharest to Washington DC taking off from here.

  • Washington DC has a variety of airports you can fly into. Disembark at Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA), Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) or Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI).

  • Washington DC is six hours behind Bucharest and observes the UTC-4 timezone.

  • To ensure you don't miss your Bucharest to Washington DC flight, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.

  • Flying over a peak time such as July? Public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues and delays at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.

How to find the cheapest flights from Bucharest to Washington DC

  • Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap Bucharest to Washington DC flights if you book early. Airlines often offer some great early bird discounts.

  • If you can be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across every month when searching for your plane ticket from Bucharest to Washington DC.

  • Finding a cheap flight from Bucharest to Washington DC is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as a better deal is available.

  • Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' Bucharest to Washington DC flights.

Flying from Bucharest

Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)

  • Consider adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper Bucharest to Washington DC flight. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport. Take a break from travelling at one of these popular options:

    • London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

    • Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)

    • Frankfurt Airport (FRA)

  • OTP is about 16 kms (10 miles) from central Bucharest. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour 35 minutes.

  • Want a leisurely start to your travels? Stay near Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Bucharest to Washington DC or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the answer:

  • When it comes to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 71.27% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.

Arriving in Washington DC

Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)

  • Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) is approximately 5 kms (3 miles) from the centre of Washington DC. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 15 minutes.

  • It usually takes 45 minutes to get there on public transport.

  • The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Bucharest to Washington DC. Check in to one of these accommodation options near DCA instead:

  • Explore without limits with a Ronald Reagan National Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Thrifty, Sixt or Dollar and see more of Washington DC and beyond.

  • To secure the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Ronald Reagan National Airport around four weeks ahead of your Bucharest to Washington DC flight.

  • You'll find DCA at 1 Aviation Circle.

Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)

  • Central Washington DC is approximately 40 kms (25 miles) from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD). After your flight from Bucharest to Washington DC has landed and you've made your way through the terminal, expect a drive of about 50 minutes.

  • If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take approximately 1 hour 10 minutes.

  • There are some great places ready to welcome you near IAD. Kick back after your Bucharest to Washington DC flight at one of these perfectly located options:

  • No time to waste? The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Washington Dulles International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Sixt and be off and running.

  • Snap up the best price by securing your ride from IAD one week ahead of time. You can also expect to have a wider selection of vehicles.

  • You can find Washington Dulles International Airport at 1 Saarinen Circle.

Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)

  • Step off your flight from Bucharest to Washington DC and head directly to your hotel or jump right into sightseeing. Central Washington DC is around 40 kms (25 miles) from Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) and typically takes 50 minutes to reach driving.

  • The journey takes around 1 hour 30 minutes when travelling on public transport.

  • Stay at a hotel near BWI and quickly go from touchdown to tucked into your bed. Whether you're coming in on a late Bucharest to Washington DC flight or just want a hassle-free arrival, these stays are all about convenience:

  • Take control of the next leg of your journey with a Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport rental car. Dollar, Thrifty and Budget make getting on the road effortless.

  • If you're looking for a specific type of vehicle, lock in your ride from BWI about two weeks before your flight from Bucharest to Washington DC. This gives you a better shot at getting the car you prefer, along with a better deal.

Best time to go to Washington DC

  • May is the quietest month for flights from Bucharest to Washington DC, while February is the busiest. Work out the ideal time to visit Washington DC based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.

  • The warmest month in Washington DC is July, with temperatures ranging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Book your Bucharest to Washington DC ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.

  • January has average temperatures of between -6ºC (21ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF). Look for cheap flights from Bucharest to Washington DC around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.

More about Washington DC

Explore more of United States

  • New York is just one of the many cities in United States waiting to be discovered once you've seen Washington DC. Around 200 miles to the north-east, check out popular attractions including Statue of Liberty, Central Park and Empire State Building.

  • Around 120 miles north-east of Washington DC, Philadelphia is another essential stop in United States. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Liberty Bell, Independence Hall and Philadelphia Museum of Art.

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