$63 Cheap Flights from Budapest (BUD) to Bucharest (OTP)

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Cheap Flights from Budapest to Bucharest (BUD-OTP)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $63 for one-way flights and $68 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Wizz Air
Fri, Aug 29 - Sat, Aug 30
BUD
Budapest
OTP
Bucharest
$68 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$68
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Wizz Air flight, departing Fri, Aug 29 from Budapest to Bucharest, returning Sat, Aug 30, priced at $68 found 4 days ago
Wizz Air
Mon, Sep 1 - Tue, Sep 2
BUD
Budapest
OTP
Bucharest
$72 Roundtrip, found 4 hours ago
$72
Roundtrip
found 4 hours ago
Select Wizz Air flight, departing Mon, Sep 1 from Budapest to Bucharest, returning Tue, Sep 2, priced at $72 found 4 hours ago
Wizz Air
Sat, Aug 30 - Mon, Sep 1
BUD
Budapest
OTP
Bucharest
$81 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$81
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Wizz Air flight, departing Sat, Aug 30 from Budapest to Bucharest, returning Mon, Sep 1, priced at $81 found 3 days ago
Wizz Air
Sat, Aug 30 - Sun, Aug 31
BUD
Budapest
OTP
Bucharest
$96 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$96
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Wizz Air flight, departing Sat, Aug 30 from Budapest to Bucharest, returning Sun, Aug 31, priced at $96 found 3 days ago
Wizz Air
Sun, Aug 31 - Mon, Sep 1
BUD
Budapest
OTP
Bucharest
$101 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$101
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Wizz Air flight, departing Sun, Aug 31 from Budapest to Bucharest, returning Mon, Sep 1, priced at $101 found 2 days ago
Wizz Air
Fri, Aug 29 - Mon, Sep 1
BUD
Budapest
OTP
Bucharest
$103 Roundtrip, found 10 hours ago
$103
Roundtrip
found 10 hours ago
Select Wizz Air flight, departing Fri, Aug 29 from Budapest to Bucharest, returning Mon, Sep 1, priced at $103 found 10 hours ago
Tarom-Romanian Air Transport
Thu, Oct 9 - Thu, Oct 16
BUD
Budapest
OTP
Bucharest
$176 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$176
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Tarom-Romanian Air Transport flight, departing Thu, Oct 9 from Budapest to Bucharest, returning Thu, Oct 16, priced at $176 found 1 day ago
Austrian Airlines
Mon, Oct 13 - Fri, Oct 17
BUD
Budapest
OTP
Bucharest
$213 Roundtrip, found 17 hours ago
$213
Roundtrip
found 17 hours ago
Select Austrian Airlines flight, departing Mon, Oct 13 from Budapest to Bucharest, returning Fri, Oct 17, priced at $213 found 17 hours ago
Lufthansa
Mon, Oct 13 - Fri, Oct 17
BUD
Budapest
OTP
Bucharest
$214 Roundtrip, found 17 hours ago
$214
Roundtrip
found 17 hours ago
Select Lufthansa flight, departing Mon, Oct 13 from Budapest to Bucharest, returning Fri, Oct 17, priced at $214 found 17 hours ago
Air Serbia
Fri, Sep 12 - Sat, Sep 20
BUD
Budapest
OTP
Bucharest
$235 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$235
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Air Serbia flight, departing Fri, Sep 12 from Budapest to Bucharest, returning Sat, Sep 20, priced at $235 found 1 day ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Budapest (BUD) to Bucharest (OTP)

February is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $49 - $208 per traveler.

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Prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices and availability are subject to change.

Select flight to Aurel Vlaicu BBU. Cheapest and Closest option available. Average driving time to city center is 11 minutes. Flights from $61
BBU
Aurel Vlaicu
CheapestClosest
Average driving time to city center11 min
Flights from $61
Flights from Budapest (BUD) to Bucharest (OTP)
Origin airport
Ferenc Liszt Intl.
Destination airport
Henri Coanda Intl.
Airlines serving
Aegean, Air Baltic, Air France, Air Serbia, Austrian Airlines, Eurowings, KLM, LOT-Polish Airlines, Lufthansa, Scandinavian Airlines, Swiss International Air Lines, Tarom-Romanian Air Transport, Turkish Airlines, Wizz Air
Roundtrip price
$68
Distance
381 mi
Average flight time
2 hours 36 mins

Budapest to Bucharest Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Budapest to Bucharest

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from Budapest to Bucharest are during the month of August. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Budapest to Bucharest with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from Budapest to Bucharest

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Budapest to Bucharest: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

 

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from Budapest to Bucharest

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from Budapest to Bucharest in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $63 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

 

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap Budapest to Bucharest flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

 

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your Budapest to Bucharest airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

 

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

 

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from Ferenc Liszt Intl. Airport (BUD) to Henri Coanda Intl. Airport (OTP) cost?
Get a cheap one-way flight from $63 or cheap return flight from $68 from Ferenc Liszt Intl. Airport (BUD) to Henri Coanda Intl. Airport (OTP) with Expedia. Enter your travel dates and sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to find our cheapest flight deals on this route.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Ferenc Liszt Intl. Airport (BUD) to Henri Coanda Intl. Airport (OTP)?
August is the least expensive month to fly from BUD to OTP. Avoiding peak travel times is often the key to scoring lower fares.
Which airlines fly direct from Ferenc Liszt Intl. Airport (BUD) to Henri Coanda Intl. Airport (OTP)?
Fly directly from Ferenc Liszt Intl. Airport (BUD) to Henri Coanda Intl. Airport (OTP) on a TAROM flight.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from Ferenc Liszt Intl. Airport (BUD) to Henri Coanda Intl. Airport (OTP)?
While prices may vary depending on when you travel, Wizz Air and TAROM are go-to choices for flights between Ferenc Liszt Intl. Airport (BUD) and Henri Coanda Intl. Airport (OTP). You can also compare airlines on Expedia and use the "Sort by" filter to find the cheapest ticket for your BUD to OTP flight.
How many flights per day from Ferenc Liszt Intl. Airport (BUD) to Henri Coanda Intl. Airport (OTP)?
With, on average, 2 nonstop flights departing from Ferenc Liszt Intl. Airport (BUD) to Henri Coanda Intl. Airport (OTP) each day, you'll be jetting off in no time.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Ferenc Liszt Intl. Airport (BUD) to Henri Coanda Intl. Airport (OTP)?
Flights between BUD and OTP are busiest at 7 PM. If you're after a quieter experience and potentially cheaper prices, choose a time outside the usual busy windows.
What day of the week has the most flights from BUD to OTP?
If you depart on a Friday, you'll get the largest range of choices for flights from Ferenc Liszt Intl. Airport (BUD) to Henri Coanda Intl. Airport (OTP).
What is the earliest flight from Ferenc Liszt Intl. Airport (BUD) to Henri Coanda Intl. Airport (OTP)?
Catch the earliest flight at around 9:15AM UTC+1, leaving from Ferenc Liszt Intl. Airport (BUD). You'll be flying for around 1h 45m, arriving at Henri Coanda Intl. Airport (OTP) at approximately 12:00PM UTC+2.
How long does it take to fly from Ferenc Liszt Intl. Airport (BUD) to Henri Coanda Intl. Airport (OTP)?
The average flight duration from BUD to OTP is 1 hour and 25 minutes, covering a distance of 380 mi.
What is the best time to fly from Ferenc Liszt Intl. Airport (BUD) to Henri Coanda Intl. Airport (OTP)?
Choose a flight from Ferenc Liszt Intl. Airport (BUD) to Henri Coanda Intl. Airport (OTP) that takes off before 3 PM to reduce the likelihood of delays. Departures after this time have a 22% higher chance of being canceled, on average.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG's global flight data platform.
What airports do you fly into for Bucharest from Ferenc Liszt Intl. Airport (BUD)?
Check out your flight options from Ferenc Liszt Intl. Airport (BUD) to Henri Coanda Intl. Airport (OTP). This is the only airport in Bucharest you can arrive at if you're taking a direct flight.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Ferenc Liszt Intl. Airport (BUD) to Henri Coanda Intl. Airport (OTP) last-minute?
Last-minute fares from BUD to OTP are generally more expensive. For the lowest prices, start searching for flights well ahead of time. That said, if you can play around with your travel dates, you may land a cheap fare right before your journey.
Is it cheaper to book a BUD to OTP flight and hotel package?
You'll typically save money by booking a BUD to OTP flight and hotel package compared to booking separately. In fact, travelers could save hundreds of dollars by bundling with Expedia. And it's easy to manage it all in one convenient place. Once you've selected your ideal flights and accommodations, consider adding extras like activities, tours and car rentals.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Ferenc Liszt Intl. Airport (BUD) to Henri Coanda Intl. Airport (OTP)?
If you reserved your BUD to OTP flight within the last 24 hours, you may be able to modify or cancel it without fees. Depending on the airline and the type of fare you have, additional charges may apply for changes after that time. Airline policies and contact information can be found in your itinerary or confirmation email. Or, head to our Customer Service portal for more information.

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