Cheap Flights from Lyon (LYS) to Bucharest Otopeni (OTP)

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Flight deals from Lyon to Bucharest Otopeni

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Lyon Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from £90. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Bucharest.£25 per passenger.Departing Tue, 29 Sep.One-way flight with Wizz Air Malta.Outbound direct flight with Wizz Air Malta departs from Lyon on Tue, 29 Sep, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Price includes taxes and charges.From £25, select.

Bucharest.£28 per passenger.Departing Sun, 8 Nov.One-way flight with Wizz Air Malta.Outbound direct flight with Wizz Air Malta departs from Lyon on Sun, 8 Nov, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Price includes taxes and charges.From £28, select.

Bucharest.£28 per passenger.Departing Sun, 25 Oct.One-way flight with Wizz Air Malta.Outbound direct flight with Wizz Air Malta departs from Lyon on Sun, 25 Oct, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Price includes taxes and charges.From £28, select.

Bucharest.£28 per passenger.Departing Sat, 16 Jan.One-way flight with Wizz Air Malta.Outbound direct flight with Wizz Air Malta departs from Lyon on Sat, 16 Jan, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Price includes taxes and charges.From £28, select.

Bucharest.£30 per passenger.Departing Wed, 30 Dec.One-way flight with Wizz Air Malta.Outbound direct flight with Wizz Air Malta departs from Lyon on Wed, 30 Dec, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Price includes taxes and charges.From £30, select.

Bucharest.£32 per passenger.Departing Wed, 19 Aug.One-way flight with Wizz Air Malta.Outbound direct flight with Wizz Air Malta departs from Lyon on Wed, 19 Aug, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Price includes taxes and charges.From £32, select.

Bucharest.£36 per passenger.Departing Sun, 14 Mar.One-way flight with Wizz Air Malta.Outbound direct flight with Wizz Air Malta departs from Lyon on Sun, 14 Mar, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Price includes taxes and charges.From £36, select.

Bucharest.£43 per passenger.Departing Tue, 18 May.One-way flight with Wizz Air Malta.Outbound direct flight with Wizz Air Malta departs from Lyon on Tue, 18 May, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Price includes taxes and charges.From £43, select.

Bucharest.£43 per passenger.Departing Thu, 8 Apr.One-way flight with Wizz Air Malta.Outbound direct flight with Wizz Air Malta departs from Lyon on Thu, 8 Apr, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Price includes taxes and charges.From £43, select.

Bucharest.£52 per passenger.Departing Sat, 13 Feb.One-way flight with Wizz Air Malta.Outbound direct flight with Wizz Air Malta departs from Lyon on Sat, 13 Feb, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Price includes taxes and charges.From £52, select.

Bucharest.£68 per passenger.Departing Fri, 17 Jul.One-way flight with Volotea.Outbound indirect flight with Volotea, departs from Lyon on Fri, 17 Jul, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Price includes taxes and charges.From £68, select.

Bucharest.£69 per passenger.Departing Wed, 1 Jul.One-way flight with Wizz Air Malta.Outbound direct flight with Wizz Air Malta departs from Lyon on Wed, 1 Jul, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Price includes taxes and charges.From £69, select.

Bucharest.£85 per passenger.Departing Tue, 30 Jun.One-way flight with Wizz Air Malta.Outbound direct flight with Wizz Air Malta departs from Lyon on Tue, 30 Jun, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Price includes taxes and charges.From £85, select.

Bucharest.£85 per passenger.Departing Tue, 30 Jun.One-way flight with easyJet.Outbound indirect flight with easyJet, departs from Lyon on Tue, 30 Jun, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Price includes taxes and charges.From £85, select.

Bucharest.£97 per passenger.Departing Tue, 8 Jun.One-way flight with Air France.Outbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Lyon on Tue, 8 Jun, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Price includes taxes and charges.From £97, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Lyon to Bucharest Otopeni

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

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Lyon to Bucharest Otopeni: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Lyon to Bucharest below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Bucharest Otopeni.

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Lyon to Bucharest: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found	£25
Cheapest month to fly	September
Average flight time	2 hrs, 40 mins
Most popular airline	Wizz Air Malta
Average flights per week	3

Finding cheap flights from Lyon to Bucharest Otopeni: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Lyon to Bucharest Otopeni?

The best price we found for a return flight from Lyon to Bucharest Otopeni is £55. 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.

How long does it take to fly from Lyon to Bucharest Otopeni?

2 hours and 40 minutes is the average flight time from Lyon to Bucharest Otopeni.

Which airlines fly direct from Lyon to Bucharest Otopeni?

Wizz Air Malta flies direct from Lyon to Bucharest Otopeni.

How many flights are there a week from Lyon to Bucharest Otopeni?

As of June 2026, there are 3 flights per week flying from Lyon to Bucharest Otopeni.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Lyon to Bucharest Otopeni?

The cheapest month to fly from Lyon to Bucharest Otopeni is usually September.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Lyon Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Lyon Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Airport on Thursday, 17 September 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Lyon Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 40 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Bucharest Otopeni?

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 Otopeni 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.

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.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Lyon Airport to Bucharest Otopeni with?

Currently, Wizz Air Malta offers the cheapest flight tickets to Bucharest Otopeni.

Flying from Lyon Airport (LYS) to Bucharest Otopeni Airport (OTP): what you need to know

Book a direct flight from Lyon Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours 40 minutes.
Bucharest's timezone is UTC+2, making Bucharest one hour ahead of Lyon.
Each week, there are three Lyon Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Airport flights. To jet off as early as possible, opt for the 08:40 Wizz Air Malta flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before flying, the last flight is at 23:00 with Wizz Air Malta.
Leave enough time to make your LYS to OTP flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like June, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
Jetting into Bucharest (and then exploring more of Romania!) is a breeze with Wizz Air Malta. This popular carrier has direct flights from Lyon Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Airport.
The airline most travellers prefer to fly with on this route is Wizz Air Malta.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Lyon Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here are some options between LYS and OTP:
- Frankfurt am Main Airport
- Vienna Airport
- Prague Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Lyon Airport (LYS) to Bucharest Otopeni Airport (OTP)

£25 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Lyon Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Airport flight. A return flight starts at £55. These fares can change based on demand.
To score cheap tickets from LYS to OTP, book early. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
The cheapest month for flights from Lyon Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have a flexible travel schedule.
You won't have to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment there's a change in price on cheap flights from LYS to OTP.
Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Lyon Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Airport.

Handy information about Lyon Airport (LYS)

79% of flights taking off from Lyon Airport land at their destination on time.
Lyon Airport is around 26 kms (16 miles) from central Lyon. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Catching public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Lyon Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays close to LYS:

Arriving at Bucharest Otopeni Airport (OTP)

Consider booking a hotel near OTP if you're taking a late Lyon Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Travel at your own pace with a Bucharest Otopeni Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Klass Wagen, Pricecarz or Surprice and discover more of Bucharest and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by booking your ride from Bucharest Otopeni Airport about one week before your trip.

Getting from Bucharest Otopeni Airport (OTP) to central Bucharest

From Bucharest Otopeni Airport, Bucharest is approximately 16 kms (10 miles) away. It takes around 30 minutes to reach the centre by car.
It takes roughly 35 minutes to get there by public transport.

When to fly to Bucharest Otopeni Airport (OTP)

The quietest month for a flight from Lyon Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Airport is March, while July is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Bucharest based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Bucharest is August, with temperatures ranging between 17ºC and 34ºC. Book your flights from Lyon Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
January sees average temperatures of between -9ºC and 8ºC. Look for cheap tickets from LYS to OTP sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.

Explore more of Romania

Bucharest has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Romania just waiting to be explored. Around 322 kms (200 miles) north of Bucharest, a visit to Iasi will keep your itinerary packed. Start with popular sights like Galata Monastery, The Catholic Cathedral Saint Mary and Monastery of the Three Holy Hierarchs.
Cluj-Napoca is another standout destination in Romania and is around 322 kms (200 miles) north-west of Bucharest. No trip is complete without a visit to St. Michael's Church, Museum Square and Romanian Orthodox Church of Transfiguration.