How to find cheap flights from Bucharest to Greece
The cheapest return flight from Bucharest to Greece is currently $40.
That fare gets you from Bucharest into Thessaloniki in Thessaloniki.
For one-way travel, the lowest available price right now is $18.
Flexible about where you land? Enter 'Greece' in the 'To' field to compare fares to different cities.
There are plenty of ways to arrive in Greece, with around 20 airports to pick from.
Choose 'Add nearby airports' to broaden your search and compare prices across all airports close to both your departure and destination cities.
The earlier you book, the better. Fares tend to rise as your trip date gets closer, not fall.
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Best time to fly from Bucharest to Greece
October is typically the cheapest month to catch a flight from Bucharest to Greece.
In general, a midweek flight is a smart way to save. Tuesdays and Wednesdays often mean lower prices.
July, August and September are the most popular months to travel to Greece. August tops the list, making it an ideal time to visit if you like things to feel a little more lively.
For a slower pace, January, February and March are your best bet. March is the quietest month.
Flights from Bucharest to Greece: what to expect
You can choose from Bucharest Otopeni Airport (OTP) or Bucharest Baneasa Airport (BBU) when planning your Bucharest departure.
From Bucharest, you can fly nonstop to around ten airports across Greece.
Roughly 52 direct flights operate each week between Bucharest and cities around Greece.
These are the main airlines you can fly with:
The most popular routes from Bucharest to Greece are Athens, Thessaloniki and Heraklion.
Prefer more trip, less flight? Thessaloniki has the shortest flight time at around 1 hour 20 minutes. Santorini (Thira) has the longest at roughly 1 hour 55 minutes.
The average journey on this route comes in at around 1 hour 45 minutes.
Popular places to visit in Greece
Athens
Located in Attica, this city is a top destination for Bucharest to Greece flights. Acropolis of Athens, Parthenon and Erechtheion are essential stops for first-time visitors.
Athens International Airport (ATH) handles most international flights into Athens.
When it's time to find a place to rest your head, explore the range of hotels in Athens.
Heraklion
Big-name draws in this Crete city include Knossos Palace, Heraklion Archaeological Museum and Old Venetian Harbor of Heraklion.
Crete Heraklion Airport (HER) is the city's main airport.
Once your plane ticket is locked in, you can begin searching for the right stay among the hotels in Heraklion.
Thessaloniki
Drop by major sights like Holy Cathedral Church of Hagia Sophia, Archaeological Museum of Thessaloniki and Alexander the Great Statue while you're in this part of Central Macedonia.
You can fly into the city through its main airport, Thessaloniki Airport (SKG).
Pick up a deal on where you'll stay by browsing the list of hotels in Thessaloniki.
Visiting Greece for the first time? Here's what you need to know
Entry rules can vary depending on your passport and travel plans, so double-check before you travel. Official embassy sites and airlines will have the most recent advice on visas or other documents you may need.
The local currency is the euro (EUR). You can rely on using credit and debit cards almost everywhere.
Greece has a population of roughly 10 million. The capital city is Athens.
The same time is used throughout this destination, with only one standard time zone fixed at UTC+2.
For a warmer trip to Greece, consider July.
Visit sometime around January if you prefer to be there when it's cooler.
July is usually the driest month, while January is the wettest.
Want to line up your Bucharest to Greece flight with a big occasion? Well-known events to build your trip around include the Athens Epidaurus Festival, the Thessaloniki International Film Festival and Patras Carnival.
Complete your trip with hotels and a car rental
With your cheap flight from Bucharest to Greece locked in, it's now time to plan the rest of your trip. Discover the best prices and exclusive rates for hotels in Greece. You can also browse car rental options in Greece and compare deals from top providers in seconds.