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Cheap flights to Bucharest from £387

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 30/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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24 Apr — 1 May1
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Flights to Bucharest in 2024

Find the latest flights to Bucharest in 2024, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 899,432 searches and data was last updated on 19 April 2024.

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

£142

Return from

£39

One-way from

£21
High demand for flights, 8% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 9% potential price drop
Average for return flights in April 2024
From London to Bucharest
One-way flight from London to Bucharest

Cheap flights to Bucharest in April & May 2024

Discover affordable flights and deals to Bucharest in April and May 2024. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 899,432 searches and data was last updated on 19 April 2024.
Check out some of the flights available from low prices to Bucharest in April and May 2024. Check back soon for alternative prices as deals update often.
Wed 1/515:00LGA - OTP
2 stops15h 10mDelta
Wed 8/506:30OTP - LGA
2 stops18h 23mDelta
Deal found 19/4£522
Thu 2/513:00LGA - OTP
2 stops17h 10mDelta
Tue 14/513:55OTP - LGA
2 stops14h 31mDelta
Deal found 19/4£524
Sat 27/417:30LGA - OTP
2 stops16h 50mDelta
Sun 5/507:05OTP - LGA
2 stops19h 31mDelta
Deal found 18/4£544
Wed 8/512:30ATL - OTP
2 stops17h 40mDelta
Tue 21/506:30OTP - ATL
1 stop20h 00mDelta
Deal found 18/4£549
Wed 8/512:30ATL - OTP
2 stops17h 40mDelta
Tue 21/513:55OTP - ATL
1 stop13h 25mDelta
Deal found 19/4£551
Tue 14/513:59LGA - OTP
2 stops16h 11mDelta
Fri 23/813:55OTP - LGA
2 stops14h 30mDelta
Deal found 18/4£564
Mon 13/515:00LGA - OTP
2 stops15h 10mDelta
Tue 27/813:55OTP - LGA
2 stops14h 30mDelta
Deal found 18/4£604
Wed 8/515:20ATL - OTP
1 stop17h 05mKLM
Tue 21/506:15OTP - ATL
1 stop21h 05mKLM
Deal found 18/4£607
Wed 8/517:20ATL - OTP
1 stop15h 05mKLM
Tue 21/518:05OTP - ATL
1 stop24h 25mKLM
Deal found 19/4£608

Bucharest 2024 flight deals

Explore flight deals for Bucharest in 2024, offering the best prices and options to suit your preferences. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 899,432 searches and data were last updated on 19 April 2024.
These are some of the most attractive deals on flights to Bucharest in 2024. More deals are always being added, so be sure to check back regularly.
Tue 24/914:00LGA - OTP
2 stops17h 00mDelta
Thu 5/1206:20OTP - LGA
2 stops18h 07mDelta
Deal found 18/4£425
Sun 22/913:00LGA - OTP
2 stops17h 10mDelta
Tue 3/1206:20OTP - LGA
2 stops18h 07mDelta
Deal found 18/4£435
Wed 6/1120:25ATL - OTP
2 stops20h 05mBritish Airways
Wed 20/1108:15OTP - ATL
1 stop19h 00mBritish Airways
Deal found 18/4£438
Sun 3/1122:10ATL - OTP
1 stop18h 35mBritish Airways
Mon 18/1116:05OTP - ATL
2 stops32h 35mBritish Airways
Deal found 19/4£442
Sun 3/1116:50ATL - OTP
1 stop14h 00mLufthansa
Tue 19/1106:00OTP - ATL
1 stop16h 05mLufthansa
Deal found 19/4£453
Tue 1/1014:55LGA - OTP
2 stops16h 05mDelta
Tue 15/1013:55OTP - LGA
2 stops16h 33mDelta
Deal found 18/4£456
Sun 3/1114:21ATL - OTP
2 stops26h 24mMultiple Airlines
Fri 22/1108:15OTP - ATL
1 stop19h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/4£462
Mon 4/1116:50ATL - OTP
1 stop14h 00mLufthansa
Mon 18/1114:35OTP - ATL
1 stop31h 30mLufthansa
Deal found 19/4£466
Sun 3/1114:21ATL - OTP
2 stops26h 24mMultiple Airlines
Mon 18/1116:05OTP - ATL
2 stops34h 33mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/4£470

Flights to Bucharest departing soon

Discover available last-minute flight options to Bucharest, providing immediate availability and potentially lower prices. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 899,432 searches and data was last updated on 19 April 2024.
If you're looking for a last-minute flight to Bucharest, consider booking one of these fares. Double check the price, date, and time of your last-minute flight.
Sat 27/417:30LGA - OTP
2 stops16h 50mDelta
Sun 5/507:05OTP - LGA
2 stops19h 31mDelta
Deal found 18/4£544
Fri 26/415:00LGA - OTP
2 stops16h 00mDelta
Fri 7/606:30OTP - LGA
2 stops19h 01mDelta
Deal found 18/4£737
Thu 25/421:35ATL - OTP
1 stop27h 35mTurkish Airlines
Thu 9/521:40OTP - ATL
1 stop29h 10mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 18/4£914
Mon 29/421:35ATL - OTP
1 stop15h 45mTurkish Airlines
Thu 9/521:40OTP - ATL
1 stop29h 10mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 18/4£991
Thu 25/421:35ATL - OTP
1 stop27h 35mTurkish Airlines
Fri 10/521:40OTP - ATL
1 stop29h 10mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 18/4£999
Sat 27/421:35ATL - OTP
1 stop15h 45mTurkish Airlines
Thu 9/521:40OTP - ATL
1 stop29h 10mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 18/4£1,023
Sun 28/421:35ATL - OTP
1 stop27h 35mTurkish Airlines
Thu 9/521:40OTP - ATL
1 stop29h 10mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 18/4£1,031
Fri 26/421:35ATL - OTP
1 stop27h 35mTurkish Airlines
Thu 9/521:40OTP - ATL
1 stop29h 10mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 18/4£1,063
Mon 29/421:35ATL - OTP
1 stop15h 45mTurkish Airlines
Fri 10/521:40OTP - ATL
1 stop29h 10mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 18/4£1,075

One-way flights to Bucharest

Explore one-way flight options to Bucharest for greater flexibility in your travel plans. Find up-to-date pricing and availability for one-way flights. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 899,432 searches and data was last updated on 19 April 2024.
These are some of the best available deals on flights to Bucharest. If you're in need of a round-trip flight to Bucharest instead, make sure to update the search form at the top of page.
Tue 30/413:59LGA - OTP
2 stops17h 01mDelta
Deal found 19/4£387
Thu 11/712:00LGA - OTP
2 stops19h 00mDelta
Deal found 18/4£425
Fri 12/713:59LGA - OTP
2 stops17h 01mDelta
Deal found 18/4£427
Fri 14/609:35LGA - OTP
2 stops22h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/4£541
Tue 18/613:41LGA - OTP
2 stops19h 24mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/4£610
Mon 24/613:59LGA - OTP
2 stops17h 01mDelta
Deal found 18/4£644
Sat 25/519:29LGA - OTP
2 stops34h 21mUnited Airlines
Deal found 18/4£668
Sat 29/614:40LGA - OTP
2 stops16h 20mDelta
Deal found 18/4£684
Fri 17/517:00LGA - OTP
2 stops17h 20mDelta
Deal found 18/4£694

Average price of flights to Bucharest by month

Plan your trip to Bucharest by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight to Bucharest is currently £564 while a return flight costs £634. Price data was last updated on 14 April 2024.

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight to Bucharest (average of £58). Flying to Bucharest in August will prove the most costly (average of £231). There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.

January

£47

February

£93

March

£71

April

£90

May

£129

June

£110

July

£165

August

£186

September

£114

October

£77

November

£62

December

£109

Peak season:

Why not book cheap flights to Bucharest and visit the cultural heart and largest city in Romania? The capital since 1862, Bucharest is a vibrant city that remembers its past while embracing the new and contains a mixture of neo-classical, communist and modern architecture. The highlight for many travellers arriving on flights to Bucharest is attending one or more of the festivals which take place in the city each year showcasing the city’s plethora of artistic and musical talent. It is famous for its house music, with clubs scattered throughout the neighbourhoods of the city blasting bass into the early hours of the morning. These plus the universities inject a youthful vibe into this age-old city. Summers are hot and dry in Bucharest with temperatures averaging 26C and this is when the majority of tourists take in the city sights and festivals on offer. If you’re planning on visiting during the summer, be sure to make travel reservations months in advance.

Off season:

Bucharest is quietest in the wintertime so cheap flight tickets are easy to come by. The city is located on the Romanian Plain and subject to chilly winds that drive the temperature well below freezing; snowfall is common. Skiers will appreciate the Carpathian Mountain Range just two hours away from Bucharest.

Temperature and rainfall in Bucharest by month

Plan your trip to Bucharest by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

BUH

Temperature

-1 - 22 °C

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Bucharest, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 22.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around -1.0 C).

When is the best time to book a flight to Bucharest?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight to Bucharest. Price data was last updated on 28 January 2024.

Most people prefer to book flights to Bucharest between June and August, this is when the city is full of lively festivals, attractions are open and the parks are in full bloom. The shoulder seasons of spring and autumn can also be a good time to visit if you want a quieter holiday. There may be a bit of rain, so pack an umbrella to be on the safe side. April and May offers arts festivals such as the Bucharest International Film Festival (April) and the EuropaFest (May).

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When is the cheapest time to fly to Bucharest?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return to Bucharest. Price data was last updated on 14 April 2024.
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Users looking for the lowest fares to Bucharest should consider flying on Thursday evenings, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travellers will want to avoid Wednesday at midday, when prices are usually at their highest.
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Reviews of airlines servicing Bucharest

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Bucharest. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Bucharest. Reviews last updated 19 April 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with Wizz Air Malta, Aegean Airlines and Ryanair to Bucharest have to say. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.1
Very Good
917 reviews

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.5

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 10

45 minute flight delay. Gate agent in Athens had poor communication skills which made the wait more stressful. Updates from Aegean via email were late.

8.1
Very Good
917 reviews
8.1
Very Good
917 reviews

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.5

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 10

45 minute flight delay. Gate agent in Athens had poor communication skills which made the wait more stressful. Updates from Aegean via email were late.

7.9
Good
1,641 reviews
8.1
Very Good
917 reviews

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.5

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 10

45 minute flight delay. Gate agent in Athens had poor communication skills which made the wait more stressful. Updates from Aegean via email were late.

7.8
Good
2,081 reviews
8.1
Very Good
917 reviews

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.5

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 10

45 minute flight delay. Gate agent in Athens had poor communication skills which made the wait more stressful. Updates from Aegean via email were late.

7.7
Good
1,105 reviews
8.1
Very Good
917 reviews

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.5

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 10

45 minute flight delay. Gate agent in Athens had poor communication skills which made the wait more stressful. Updates from Aegean via email were late.

7.3
Good
1,731 reviews
8.1
Very Good
917 reviews

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.5

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 10

45 minute flight delay. Gate agent in Athens had poor communication skills which made the wait more stressful. Updates from Aegean via email were late.

What is good to know if travelling to Bucharest?

  • Although situated in Romania, Bucharest is known as the Little Paris of the East, and here are some reasons why you’ll love it.
  • Bucharest is also enjoyed by couples who are seeking a romantic get-a-away. Have a look at the 100 romantic places to stay in Europe.
  • Bucharest is home to the Palace of Parliament – the second largest building in the world. A visit to the Palace is a must.
  • How long is the flight to Bucharest?

    Flights from London to Bucharest: 3 hours 15 minutes. Flights from Manchester to Bucharest: 4 hours 50 minutes. Flights from Birmingham to Bucharest: 3 hours 20 minutes. Flights from Glasgow to Bucharest: 3 hours 35 minutes.

  • Which airlines operate flights to Bucharest?

    Ryanair and British Airways both fly direct from London to Bucharest. There are also plenty of European airlines such as Lufthansa, Swiss Air, KLM and Air France that have a stopover before heading to Bucharest. Other options are Hungarian airline Wizz Air and Romanian airline Blue Air, both low-cost carriers that fly direct from Luton and Glasgow to Bucharest.

  • How to get from the airport to the city centre?

    Henri Coand? International Airport (OTP) is located around 10 miles north of Bucharest’s city centre. There is a direct train and express bus service to Gara de Nord railway station in Bucharest, both of which are frequent and inexpensive. Taxis are also available. Rental car counters are situated between the Departures Terminal and the Arrivals Terminal.

  • What does OTP mean?

    Great question - OTP just means Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport. Now you’ll know what this unique code and ones like it mean when you look for flights! Bucharest Baneasa Airport (BBU) are other airports near this flight destination and their unique identifiers/IATA codes.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Bucharest if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Bucharest on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Bucharest?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Wizz Air Malta is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Bucharest.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Bucharest?

    Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Bucharest. One-way flights to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport typically cost £16, while return flights cost around £17.

  • How much is a return flight to Bucharest?

    A return flight to Bucharest will typically cost around £22, however they can be found for as little as £22.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Bucharest depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Bucharest, London offers the quickest one-way flight (3 hours 5 minutes).

  • Does Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport?

    Yes. Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Otopeni City Gardens is the closest property to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport (1.0 mi away from Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport).

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