How to find cheap flights from Budapest Airport (BUD) to Romania
Grab a return flight from Budapest Airport (BUD) to Romania starting at $41, the cheapest price currently available.
You'll be traveling from BUD into Tirgu Mures in Tirgu Mures with that fare.
For one-way travel, the lowest available price right now is $26.
Why not let the lowest fares decide where you jet off to next? Select 'Romania' in the 'To' field to find the best deals by city.
There are plenty of ways to arrive in Romania, with roughly 15 airports to choose from.
Select 'Add nearby airports' to expand your search and compare prices across all airports close to both your origin and destination cities.
Booking your seat around one month ahead is a good way to find a better deal. If you're flying during peak season, aim to book even earlier.
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Best time to fly from Budapest Airport (BUD) to Romania
If budget is a priority, January is typically the cheapest month to catch a flight from Budapest Airport (BUD) to Romania, with prices starting at $41.
Tuesdays and Wednesdays are often the most affordable days to travel in general, with fares coming in lower during midweek when it's quieter.
July, September and October are the most popular months to travel to Romania. September comes out on top — but you can also expect to pay more at this time.
If you want a more relaxed trip, February, May and November are the least popular months to fly. May is the quietest month, making cheaper tickets easier to find.
Flights from Budapest Airport (BUD) to Romania: what to expect
From Budapest Airport (BUD), you can fly nonstop to around four airports across Romania.
Roughly 29 direct flights operate each week between Budapest Airport (BUD) and destinations around Romania.
Take to the skies with Wizz Air or TAROM, the main airlines operating direct from Budapest Airport (BUD) to Romania.
When it comes to the most popular routes from Budapest Airport to Romania, Bucharest, Braşov and Tirgu Mures are high up on the travel wishlist.
Want more time on the ground and less time in the sky? Tirgu Mures has the shortest flight time at around 1 hour 5 minutes. Braşov has the longest at roughly 1 hour 25 minutes.
Across all routes, the average journey takes around 1 hour 25 minutes.
Popular places to visit in Romania
Once your Budapest to Romania flights are booked, the rest of your trip can fall into place.
Bucharest
Located in Ilfov County, this city is a popular destination for flights departing Budapest Airport heading to Romania. Caru' cu Bere, Museum of the Palace of the Parliament and National Bank of Romania Museum are must-sees for first-time visitors.
There are plenty of flight deals to Bucharest's busiest airport, Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP). Bucharest Baneasa Aurel Vlaicu Intl Airport (BBU) gives you an alternative way to touch down.
When you're ready to find somewhere to lay your head, explore the lineup of hotels in Bucharest.
Cluj-Napoca
Work your way through this Cluj County city's highlights including Saint Michael’s Church, Museum Square and Romanian Orthodox Church of Transfiguration.
Land at Cluj Avram Iancu International Airport (CLJ) and go straight from arrivals to discovering the sights.
Check out hotels in Cluj-Napoca and find a stay that lines up with your plans.
Timisoara
"Three Holy Hierarchs" Metropolitan Cathedral, Castle of Huniade and Baroque Palace are standout sights to cross off while you're in this corner of Timiș County.
You can fly into the city through its main airport, Timisoara Traian Vuia International Airport (TSR).
Pick up a deal on where you'll stay by exploring the list of hotels in Timisoara.
Visiting Romania for the first time? Here's what you need to know
Entry rules can vary depending on your passport, length of stay and travel plans, so check well in advance. Official embassy sites and airlines will have the most up-to-date advice on visas or other documents you may need.
The local currency is Romanian Leu (RON). You can manage payments with credit and debit cards almost everywhere.
Bucharest is the capital of Romania, which has a population of about 19 million.
Time is the same across this destination, with only one standard time zone based on UTC+2.
To enjoy warmer weather in Romania, consider going in August when highs average 27ºC (81ºF).
Time your visit for around January if you prefer cooler conditions. You'll experience lower temperatures of around -5ºC (23ºF).
February is generally the driest month, while June is the wettest.
The National Day of Romania, the Spring Festival and the UNTOLD music festival are some of the biggest events here. Consider booking your trip around moments like these for a different travel experience.
Complete your trip with hotels and a car rental
A cheap flight from Budapest Airport (BUD) to Romania gets you there. The next move is booking your stay. Discover great prices and exclusive rates for hotels in Romania. For the freedom to get around at your own pace, also browse the range of car rental options in Romania.



