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Flight deals from Barcelona Airport to Bucharest

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best round-trip flight from Barcelona Airport to Bucharest? If you want to travel next month, round-trip fares start from $77. Find the lowest prices on one-way and round-trip tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Barcelona to Bucharest

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

Direct flights from Barcelona to Bucharest

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

Barcelona to Bucharest: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$75
Cheapest month to flyFebruary
Average flight time3 hrs, 15 mins
Most popular airlineWizz Air Malta
Average flights per week87

Finding cheap flights from Barcelona to Bucharest: Frequently asked questions

There's one airport in Bucharest: Bucharest Otopeni.
The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Barcelona to Bucharest is $75. 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.
3 hours and 14 minutes is the average flight time from Barcelona to Bucharest.
Wizz Air Malta, HiSky Europe and APG Distribution System fly direct from Barcelona to Bucharest.
There are 29 flights per week flying from Barcelona to Bucharest, as of January 2026.
The cheapest month to fly from Barcelona to Bucharest is usually February.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Barcelona Airport to Bucharest on Saturday, February 7, 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 14 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 January, the average temperature is usually around -1°C. July is typically the warmest month in Bucharest, when it usually averages around 31°C. You can expect the least rain in February. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging -5°C. The rainiest month is June.
Currently, Wizz Air Malta offers the cheapest flight tickets to Bucharest.

Flying from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to Bucharest: what you need to know

  • The average time for a direct flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Bucharest is 3 hours 15 minutes.

  • The timezone in Bucharest is UTC+2. The city is one hour ahead of Barcelona, where Barcelona-El Prat Airport is located.

  • The most popular route is from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP). There are 18 services every week between these two airports. If you'd like to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from BCN to OTP is the 08:55 Wizz Air Malta service. If you'd rather travel later, the last departure is at 21:20 with Wizz Air Malta.

  • For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your BCN to Bucharest flight.

  • Delays at security and check-in are more likely if you're jetting off during high season, so give yourself a bit more breathing room. A good rule of thumb for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.

  • Start your journey at BCN and travel straight to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP). That will be your arrival point when searching for Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Bucharest tickets.

  • Book your favorite seat with Wizz Air Malta. This well-known airline operates direct flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Bucharest.

  • Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your trip and possibly even tick off a new city. When browsing for flight tickets from BCN to Bucharest, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Top options include:

    • Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)

    • Palma de Mallorca Airport (PMI)

    • Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)

  • Traveling from central Barcelona to BCN takes about 35 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 13 kilometers in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic.

  • Booked an early flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Bucharest? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays close to BCN:

  • 79.12% of flights leaving from Barcelona-El Prat Airport reach their destination on schedule.

How to find the cheapest flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to Bucharest

  • The lowest price we've found for a one-way Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Bucharest flight is $36. The cheapest price for a return flight is $75. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • To score cheap flights from BCN to Bucharest, book your trip one month before your planned departure.

  • Schedule your trip for May. That's the best month for scoring the biggest deals on Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Bucharest tickets. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to access the lowest price across every month.

  • Save time looking for cheap flights from BCN to Bucharest by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.

  • Select your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Bucharest by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest.'

Airports in Bucharest

Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)

  • Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) is around 21 kilometers from the center of Bucharest. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take roughly 35 minutes.

  • Getting there on public transport will take you around 1 hour 35 minutes.

  • If you're arriving on a late flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Bucharest, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these hotels near OTP:

  • Begin your adventure by picking up a Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Klass Wagen, Pricecarz or Surprice and explore beyond Bucharest's usual tourist stops.

  • Reserving your ride from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport around one week in advance of your flight from BCN to Bucharest can help you get the lowest rate.

Best time to go to Bucharest

  • Before securing your flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Bucharest, consider which time of year is best for you. High season in Bucharest offers a lively atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while the off-season means you'll get better deals on hotels and fewer crowds.

  • When booking your Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Bucharest flight ticket, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Bucharest, with temperatures ranging from 17ºC (63ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).

  • Look for cheap tickets from BCN to Bucharest in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -9ºC (16ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) on average.

More about Bucharest

  • Once you've booked your flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Bucharest, choose a hotel that puts you right where the action is. Make one of these options your base for exploring Bucharest:

  • Every great adventure has to include some 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

  • Bucharest has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Romania waiting to be discovered. About 322 kilometers north of Bucharest, a trip to Iasi will fill your itinerary to the brim. Don't miss top attractions like Palace of Culture, Saint Nicholas Church and Golia Monastery.

  • If you're ready to explore another major destination in Romania, consider Cluj-Napoca, roughly 322 kilometers north-west of Bucharest. St. Michael's Church, Hoia Baciu Forest and Banffy Palace are the start of reasons to visit.

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