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Flight deals from Budapest to Bucharest Otopeni

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Budapest Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from P7,707. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Bucharest.P2,734 per passenger.Departing Tue, 8 Sep.One-way flight with Wizz Air Malta.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air Malta, departs from Budapest on Tue, 8 Sep, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Price includes taxes and charges.From P2,734, select.

Bucharest.P2,752 per passenger.Departing Wed, 1 Jul.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Budapest on Wed, 1 Jul, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Price includes taxes and charges.From P2,752, select.

Bucharest.P2,971 per passenger.Departing Tue, 25 Aug.One-way flight with Wizz Air Malta.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air Malta, departs from Budapest on Tue, 25 Aug, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Price includes taxes and charges.From P2,971, select.

Bucharest.P3,215 per passenger.Departing Sat, 3 Oct.One-way flight with Wizz Air.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air, departs from Budapest on Sat, 3 Oct, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Price includes taxes and charges.From P3,215, select.

Bucharest.P3,988 per passenger.Departing Mon, 23 Nov.One-way flight with Wizz Air.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air, departs from Budapest on Mon, 23 Nov, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Price includes taxes and charges.From P3,988, select.

Bucharest.P4,074 per passenger.Departing Thu, 25 Jun.One-way flight with Wizz Air Malta.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air Malta, departs from Budapest on Thu, 25 Jun, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Price includes taxes and charges.From P4,074, select.

Bucharest.P4,348 per passenger.Departing Mon, 10 May.One-way flight with Wizz Air.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air, departs from Budapest on Mon, 10 May, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Price includes taxes and charges.From P4,348, select.

Bucharest.P4,440 per passenger.Departing Sun, 4 Apr.One-way flight with Wizz Air.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air, departs from Budapest on Sun, 4 Apr, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Price includes taxes and charges.From P4,440, select.

Bucharest.P4,515 per passenger.Departing Thu, 25 Feb.One-way flight with Wizz Air Malta.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air Malta, departs from Budapest on Thu, 25 Feb, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Price includes taxes and charges.From P4,515, select.

Bucharest.P4,549 per passenger.Departing Sat, 23 Jan.One-way flight with Wizz Air Malta.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air Malta, departs from Budapest on Sat, 23 Jan, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Price includes taxes and charges.From P4,549, select.

Bucharest.P5,285 per passenger.Departing Fri, 11 Sep.One-way flight with TAROM.Outbound direct flight with TAROM departs from Budapest on Fri, 11 Sep, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Price includes taxes and charges.From P5,285, select.

Bucharest.P5,318 per passenger.Departing Mon, 23 Nov.One-way flight with TAROM.Outbound direct flight with TAROM departs from Budapest on Mon, 23 Nov, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Price includes taxes and charges.From P5,318, select.

Bucharest.P5,347 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Dec.One-way flight with TAROM.Outbound direct flight with TAROM departs from Budapest on Tue, 1 Dec, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Price includes taxes and charges.From P5,347, select.

Bucharest.P5,404 per passenger.Departing Mon, 10 Aug.One-way flight with TAROM.Outbound direct flight with TAROM departs from Budapest on Mon, 10 Aug, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Price includes taxes and charges.From P5,404, select.

Bucharest.P5,416 per passenger.Departing Mon, 5 Oct.One-way flight with TAROM.Outbound direct flight with TAROM departs from Budapest on Mon, 5 Oct, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Price includes taxes and charges.From P5,416, select.

Bucharest.P5,450 per passenger.Departing Fri, 17 Jul.One-way flight with TAROM.Outbound direct flight with TAROM departs from Budapest on Fri, 17 Jul, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Price includes taxes and charges.From P5,450, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Budapest to Bucharest Otopeni

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

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Budapest to Bucharest Otopeni: Alternative routes

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

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Budapest to Bucharest: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	P2,734
Cheapest month to fly	September
Average flight time	1 hr, 42 mins
Most popular airline	TAROM
Average flights per week	13

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

How much are return flights from Budapest to Bucharest Otopeni?

The best price we found for a return flight from Budapest to Bucharest Otopeni is P6,524. 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 Budapest to Bucharest Otopeni?

1 hour and 42 minutes is the average flight time from Budapest to Bucharest Otopeni.

Which airlines fly direct from Budapest to Bucharest Otopeni?

TAROM, Etihad Airways and airBaltic fly direct from Budapest to Bucharest Otopeni.

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

As of June 2026, there are 13 flights per week flying from Budapest to Bucharest Otopeni.

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

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

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

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Budapest Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Airport on Wednesday, 23 September 2026.

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

Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 42 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 Budapest Airport to Bucharest Otopeni with?

Currently, Wizz Air Malta and TAROM offer the cheapest flight tickets to Bucharest Otopeni.

Travelling from Budapest Airport (BUD) to Bucharest Otopeni Airport (OTP): what you need to know

Take a direct flight from Budapest Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 45 minutes.
The timezone in Bucharest is UTC+2, which is one hour ahead of Budapest.
Flights from BUD to OTP start at 09:15 — the earliest with TAROM. The last service of the day is at 18:20 with TAROM. In total, you can choose from nine weekly Budapest Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Airport flights.
Give yourself enough time to make your BUD to OTP flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months such as June. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Jetting into Bucharest (and then seeing more of Romania!) is easy with TAROM. This popular airline offers direct flights from Budapest Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Airport.
TAROM is the airline most travellers choose for this route.
TAROM is the most punctual carrier operating BUD to OTP flights. A reliable 86.49% of its departures on this route arrive without delay.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Budapest Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here are some options between BUD and OTP:
- Istanbul Airport
- Vienna Airport
- Prague Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Budapest Airport (BUD) to Bucharest Otopeni Airport (OTP)

The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Budapest Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Airport flight is P2,734. A return ticket right now is P6,524. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Book two months before travelling. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from BUD to OTP.
July is the cheapest month for flights from Budapest Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Airport. If you prefer to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for every month.
You won't have to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as there's a new deal on cheap flights from BUD to OTP.
Tailor your flights with filters. Select your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Budapest Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Airport.

Handy information about Budapest Airport (BUD)

Budapest Airport has an excellent on-time record, so you're unlikely to face delays. Departures from BUD land on schedule 81% of the time.
Budapest Airport is about 16 kilometers from central Budapest. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a journey time of about 40 minutes when using public transport.
Searching for a handy hotel near BUD? If you've booked an early flight from Budapest Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from check-in:

Arriving at Bucharest Otopeni Airport (OTP)

If you're coming in on a late Budapest Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near OTP:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Bucharest Otopeni Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Klass Wagen, Pricecarz or Surprice and venture far and wide through Bucharest and beyond.
Lock in the best deal 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 kilometers away. It takes around 30 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of roughly 35 minutes.

When to fly to Bucharest Otopeni Airport (OTP)

July is the busiest month for flights from Budapest Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Airport. For a quieter experience, travel to Bucharest in March.
When reserving your flight from Budapest Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Bucharest, with the temperature ranging from 17ºC (63ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -9ºC (16ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF). Look for cheap tickets from BUD to OTP sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.

Explore more of Romania

Iasi is just one of the many cities in Romania waiting to be explored after you've seen Bucharest. Around 322 kilometers away to the north, well-known attractions include Galata Monastery, The Catholic Cathedral Saint Mary and Monastery of the Three Holy Hierarchs.
Cluj-Napoca is another sought-after destination in Romania and is around 322 kilometers north-west of Bucharest. No journey is complete without a visit to St. Michael's Church, Museum Square and Romanian Orthodox Church of Transfiguration.