$103 Cheap Flights from Budapest (BUD) to Bucharest (OTP)

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Popular airlines from Ferenc Liszt Intl. Airport (BUD) to Henri Coanda Intl. Airport (OTP)

Cheap Flights from Budapest to Bucharest (BUD-OTP)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $103 for one-way flights and $176 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Tarom-Romanian Air Transport
Thu, Dec 4 - Thu, Dec 25
BUD
Budapest
OTP
Bucharest
$176 Roundtrip, found 7 hours ago
$176
Roundtrip
found 7 hours ago
Select Tarom-Romanian Air Transport flight, departing Thu, Dec 4 from Budapest to Bucharest, returning Thu, Dec 25, priced at $176 found 7 hours ago
Tarom-Romanian Air Transport
Thu, Dec 4 - Thu, Dec 11
BUD
Budapest
OTP
Bucharest
$189 Roundtrip, found 7 hours ago
$189
Roundtrip
found 7 hours ago
Select Tarom-Romanian Air Transport flight, departing Thu, Dec 4 from Budapest to Bucharest, returning Thu, Dec 11, priced at $189 found 7 hours ago
Tarom-Romanian Air Transport
Thu, Aug 7 - Tue, Aug 19
BUD
Budapest
OTP
Bucharest
$189 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$189
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Tarom-Romanian Air Transport flight, departing Thu, Aug 7 from Budapest to Bucharest, returning Tue, Aug 19, priced at $189 found 1 day ago
Tarom-Romanian Air Transport
Thu, Oct 30 - Sat, Nov 1
BUD
Budapest
OTP
Bucharest
$191 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$191
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Tarom-Romanian Air Transport flight, departing Thu, Oct 30 from Budapest to Bucharest, returning Sat, Nov 1, priced at $191 found 3 days ago
Tarom-Romanian Air Transport
Fri, Jul 25 - Tue, Jul 29
BUD
Budapest
OTP
Bucharest
$201 Roundtrip, found 10 hours ago
$201
Roundtrip
found 10 hours ago
Select Tarom-Romanian Air Transport flight, departing Fri, Jul 25 from Budapest to Bucharest, returning Tue, Jul 29, priced at $201 found 10 hours ago
Tarom-Romanian Air Transport
Wed, Aug 6 - Tue, Aug 19
BUD
Budapest
OTP
Bucharest
$201 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$201
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Tarom-Romanian Air Transport flight, departing Wed, Aug 6 from Budapest to Bucharest, returning Tue, Aug 19, priced at $201 found 1 day ago
Air Serbia
Thu, Sep 4 - Tue, Sep 9
BUD
Budapest
OTP
Bucharest
$207 Roundtrip, found 12 hours ago
$207
Roundtrip
found 12 hours ago
Select Air Serbia flight, departing Thu, Sep 4 from Budapest to Bucharest, returning Tue, Sep 9, priced at $207 found 12 hours ago
Austrian Airlines
Thu, Sep 4 - Tue, Sep 9
BUD
Budapest
OTP
Bucharest
$213 Roundtrip, found 12 hours ago
$213
Roundtrip
found 12 hours ago
Select Austrian Airlines flight, departing Thu, Sep 4 from Budapest to Bucharest, returning Tue, Sep 9, priced at $213 found 12 hours ago
Lufthansa
Tue, Sep 2 - Wed, Sep 17
BUD
Budapest
OTP
Bucharest
$215 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$215
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Lufthansa flight, departing Tue, Sep 2 from Budapest to Bucharest, returning Wed, Sep 17, priced at $215 found 1 day ago
Scandinavian Airlines
Tue, Dec 2 - Sat, Dec 13
BUD
Budapest
OTP
Bucharest
$233 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$233
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Scandinavian Airlines flight, departing Tue, Dec 2 from Budapest to Bucharest, returning Sat, Dec 13, priced at $233 found 4 days ago

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

February is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $49 - $223 per traveler.

Graph displaying average flight prices per month

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

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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
Roundtrip price
$175
Distance
381 mi
Average flight time
2 hours 45 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 December. 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 $103 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?
Cheap round-trip fares from Ferenc Liszt Intl. Airport (BUD) to Henri Coanda Intl. Airport (OTP) start from $178. This information is based on the cheapest price found on Expedia for this return journey departing within the next three months. This airfare is for a Tarom-Romanian Air Transport flight leaving BUD on July 9 2025 and touching down at OTP. The price was last updated on July 7 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from BUD to OTP?
The cheapest flights from BUD to OTP are usually during off-peak season, when demand is lower. To save money, avoid flying during public holidays, school breaks and major local events.
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 BUD to OTP?
Currently, the cheapest airline operating one-way flights from BUD to OTP is Tarom-Romanian Air Transport. You can take off on this route from $104. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from BUD on August 20 2025. Prices were last updated on July 7 2025 and have not changed since.
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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