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Flight deals from Craiova Airport to Bucharest

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Craiova Airport to Bucharest? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from £160. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Bucharest.£81 per passenger.Departing Fri, 24 Apr, returning Fri, 1 May.Return flight with Wizz Air Malta.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air Malta, departs from Craiova on Fri, 24 Apr, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Inbound indirect flight with Wizz Air Malta, departs from Bucharest Baneasa on Fri, 1 May, arriving in Craiova.Price includes taxes and charges.From £81, select.
Bucharest.£100 per passenger.Departing Tue, 17 Mar, returning Tue, 24 Mar.Return flight with Wizz Air Malta and Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air Malta, departs from Craiova on Tue, 17 Mar, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Inbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Bucharest Otopeni on Tue, 24 Mar, arriving in Craiova.Price includes taxes and charges.From £100, select.
Bucharest.£160 per passenger.Departing Fri, 3 Apr, returning Thu, 9 Apr.Return flight with Wizz Air Malta and Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air Malta, departs from Craiova on Fri, 3 Apr, arriving in Bucharest Baneasa.Inbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Bucharest Baneasa on Thu, 9 Apr, arriving in Craiova.Price includes taxes and charges.From £160, select.
Bucharest.£226 per passenger.Departing Thu, 23 Jul, returning Thu, 30 Jul.Return flight with Wizz Air Malta and Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air Malta, departs from Craiova on Thu, 23 Jul, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Inbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Bucharest Otopeni on Thu, 30 Jul, arriving in Craiova.Price includes taxes and charges.From £226, select.

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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Craiova to Bucharest flights are currently cheapest in March.
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Alternative Craiova to Bucharest routes

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

Bucharest Otopeni

9 miles from central Bucharest
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Craiova to Bucharest: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found£81
Cheapest month to flyApril

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1.44 miles from city centre
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Finding cheap flights from Craiova to Bucharest: Frequently asked questions

There's one airport in Bucharest: Bucharest Otopeni.
The best price we found for a return flight from Craiova to Bucharest is £81. 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 Craiova to Bucharest. But we found flights with one or more stops from £81.
As of March 2026, there are no flights flying from Craiova to Bucharest.
The cheapest month to fly from Craiova to Bucharest is usually April.
If you're flying from Craiova Airport, 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 £81.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Craiova Airport to Bucharest on Friday, 24 April 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Craiova Airport and Bucharest. 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 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.
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.
In March, the average temperature is usually around 6°C. July is typically the warmest month in Bucharest, when it usually averages around 31°C. You can expect the least rain in February. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging -5°C. The rainiest month is June.
Currently, Wizz Air Malta offers the cheapest flight tickets to Bucharest.

Travelling from Craiova Airport (CRA) to Bucharest: what you need to know

  • Bucharest and Craiova (where Craiova Airport is located) share the UTC+2 timezone. This means you won't have to change your watch when you arrive.

  • Leave enough time to make your CRA to Bucharest flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Travelling during a peak time like public or school holidays? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

  • Located around 4 miles from central Craiova, CRA can be reached in about 15 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 35 minutes.

  • Planning to catch an early flight from Craiova Airport to Bucharest? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays near CRA:

How to find the cheapest flights from Craiova Airport (CRA) to Bucharest

  • The lowest price we've found for a one-way Craiova Airport to Bucharest flight is £30. The cheapest price for a return flight is £81. Bear in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • To pick up cheap flights from CRA to Bucharest, book early. Airlines generally offer lower prices when tickets first go on sale.

  • The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Craiova Airport to Bucharest across the month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your dates are flexible.

  • Save time looking for cheap flights from CRA to Bucharest by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.

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

Airports in Bucharest

Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)

  • The distance from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) to central Bucharest is roughly 13 miles. It takes about 35 minutes to reach the centre driving.

  • If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 35 minutes.

  • The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Craiova Airport to Bucharest. Stay at one of these accommodation options near OTP instead:

  • Grab a Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport rental car and explore Bucharest and beyond with your own set of wheels. Klass Wagen, Pricecarz and Surprice are top providers to choose from here.

  • Booking your ride from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport about one week before your flight from CRA to Bucharest can help you get the best possible rate.

Best time to go to Bucharest

  • Carefully consider your travel dates before booking your flight from Craiova Airport to Bucharest. The city buzzes in high season, but hotel rates are generally higher and major attractions can get busy. Visit Bucharest in the low season if you want a more relaxed vibe.

  • Before locking in your Craiova Airport to Bucharest plane ticket, think about the weather you're most comfortable in. August is the warmest month in Bucharest, with temperatures ranging from 17ºC (63ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).

  • January has average temperatures of between -9ºC (16ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from CRA to Bucharest around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.

More about Bucharest

  • Start your Bucharest trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Craiova Airport to Bucharest, check out our range of accommodation options including:

  • Old Town and Museum of the Palace of the Parliament are just the start of the leading attractions to put on your Bucharest travel itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at The Revolution Square Fountain.

Explore more of Romania

  • You've done Bucharest, now it's time to explore other parts of Romania. Journey around 200 miles north to Iasi to tick off its leading attractions. From Palace of Culture to Saint Nicholas Church and Golia Monastery, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.

  • If you're eager to discover another great destination in Romania, consider Cluj-Napoca, roughly 200 miles north-west of Bucharest. St. Michael's Church, Hoia Baciu Forest and Banffy Palace are key highlights.

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