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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best round-trip flight from Vienna Airport to Bucharest? If you want to travel next month, round-trip fares start from $38. Find the lowest prices on one-way and round-trip tickets right here.

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

Direct flights from Vienna to Bucharest

Alternative Vienna to Bucharest routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Vienna to Bucharest? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Vienna to Bucharest: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$16
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time1 hr, 37 mins
Most popular airlineAustrian Airlines
Average flights per week95

Finding cheap flights from Vienna to Bucharest: Frequently asked questions

There's one airport in Bucharest: Bucharest Otopeni.
The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Vienna to Bucharest is $35. 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.
1 hour and 37 minutes is the average flight time from Vienna to Bucharest.
Austrian Airlines, Croatia Airlines and airBaltic fly direct from Vienna to Bucharest.
There are 95 flights per week flying from Vienna to Bucharest, as of March 2026.
The cheapest month to fly from Vienna to Bucharest is usually March.
If you're flying from Vienna Airport, the cheapest airport near Bucharest is Bucharest Otopeni – which is 9.2 miles away from the center of Bucharest. We've found flights to this airport from $35.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Vienna Airport to Bucharest on Saturday, March 14, 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 37 minutes.
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 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.
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.
In March, the average temperature is usually around 42°F. July is typically the warmest month in Bucharest, when it usually averages around 88°F. You can expect the least rain in February. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging 23°F. The rainiest month is June.
Currently, Ryanair offers the cheapest flight tickets to Bucharest.

Traveling from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Bucharest: what you need to know

  • The average length of a direct flight from Vienna International Airport to Bucharest is 1 hour 40 minutes.

  • Bucharest is one hour ahead of Vienna, where Vienna International Airport is located. Bucharest observes the UTC+2 timezone.

  • Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) is the most popular route, with 34 weekly flights to choose from. If you have things to do before leaving, the last flight from VIE to OTP is with Austrian at 21:35. Choose the first departure operated by Ryanair at 05:50 if you want to fly out earlier.

  • For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This leaves you with plenty of time to board your VIE to Bucharest flight.

  • Traveling during a peak time like a public holiday? Expect longer lines at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.

  • You can book a direct Vienna International Airport to Bucharest ticket. Start your journey at VIE and end it at Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP).

  • Book your seat with Austrian. This well-known carrier operates direct flights from Vienna International Airport to Bucharest.

  • Traveling from central Vienna to VIE takes around 1 hour by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 10 miles in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic.

  • Want a hassle-free start to your travels? Stay near VIE. Whether you're taking an early flight from Vienna International Airport to Bucharest or don't want departure day to feel hectic, these hotels have you covered:

  • When it comes to Vienna International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 78.59% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.

How to find the cheapest flights from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Bucharest

  • The lowest price we've found for a one-way Vienna International Airport to Bucharest flight is $16. The cheapest price for a return flight is $35. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • Score cheap flights from VIE to Bucharest by booking two months ahead. According to our research, that's the best time for landing a bargain.

  • Plan your trip for June. That's the best month for scoring the biggest deals on Vienna International Airport to Bucharest tickets. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.

  • There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as there's an extra saving on cheap flights from VIE to Bucharest.

  • Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Vienna International Airport to Bucharest.

Airports in Bucharest

Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)

  • The distance from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) to central Bucharest is roughly 13 miles. It takes around 35 minutes to get to the center driving.

  • Getting there by public transport typically takes 1 hour 35 minutes.

  • The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Vienna International Airport to Bucharest. Reserve one of these accommodation options near OTP instead:

  • Grab a Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport rental car and explore Bucharest and beyond with your own wheels. Klass Wagen, Pricecarz and Surprice are well-known companies to choose from here.

  • For the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport about one week ahead of your flight from VIE to Bucharest.

Best time to go to Bucharest

  • Plan your trip to Bucharest in high season if you like a lively atmosphere, but remember that prices are generally higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Vienna International Airport to Bucharest in the low season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.

  • Lock in a Vienna International Airport to Bucharest plane ticket with a departure in August if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 63ºF to 91ºF.

  • January has average temperatures of between 16ºF and 46ºF. Search for a cheap ticket from VIE to Bucharest around that time if you like traveling in cooler conditions.

More about Bucharest

  • After booking your flight from Vienna International Airport to Bucharest, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these options your base for exploring Bucharest:

  • Every great vacation has to include a little sightseeing. Old Town, Museum of the Palace of the Parliament and The Revolution Square Fountain are must-visits when exploring Bucharest.

Explore more of Romania

  • You've visited Bucharest, now it's time to discover other corners of Romania. Travel around 200 miles north to Iasi to tick off its must-visit sights. From Palace of Culture to Saint Nicholas Church and Golia Monastery, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.

  • Cluj-Napoca is another sought-after destination in Romania and is around 200 miles north-west of Bucharest. No trip is complete without seeing St. Michael's Church, Hoia Baciu Forest and Banffy Palace.

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