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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best round-trip flight from Kuala Lumpur to Bucharest? Find the lowest prices on one-way and round-trip tickets right here.
Bucharest.$602 per passenger.Departing Mon, Mar 9, returning Fri, Mar 13.Round-trip flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departing from Kuala Lumpur International on Mon, Mar 9, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departing from Bucharest Otopeni on Fri, Mar 13, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $602, select.
Bucharest.$603 per passenger.Departing Tue, May 19, returning Wed, May 27.Round-trip flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departing from Kuala Lumpur International on Tue, May 19, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departing from Bucharest Otopeni on Wed, May 27, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $603, select.
Bucharest.$603 per passenger.Departing Tue, Apr 28, returning Fri, May 8.Round-trip flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departing from Kuala Lumpur International on Tue, Apr 28, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departing from Bucharest Otopeni on Fri, May 8, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $603, select.
Bucharest.$603 per passenger.Departing Wed, Nov 4, returning Wed, Nov 11.Round-trip flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departing from Kuala Lumpur International on Wed, Nov 4, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departing from Bucharest Otopeni on Wed, Nov 11, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $603, select.
Bucharest.$604 per passenger.Departing Wed, May 27, returning Wed, Jun 10.Round-trip flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departing from Kuala Lumpur International on Wed, May 27, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departing from Bucharest Otopeni on Wed, Jun 10, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $604, select.
Bucharest.$613 per passenger.Departing Sat, Oct 31, returning Wed, Nov 18.Round-trip flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departing from Kuala Lumpur International on Sat, Oct 31, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departing from Bucharest Otopeni on Wed, Nov 18, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $613, select.
Bucharest.$620 per passenger.Departing Sat, Apr 25, returning Mon, Apr 27.Round-trip flight with AirAsia and Pegasus Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departing from Kuala Lumpur International on Sat, Apr 25, arriving in Bucharest Baneasa.Inbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departing from Bucharest Otopeni on Mon, Apr 27, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $620, select.
Bucharest.$632 per passenger.Departing Thu, Oct 8, returning Sun, Oct 11.Round-trip flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departing from Kuala Lumpur International on Thu, Oct 8, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departing from Bucharest Otopeni on Sun, Oct 11, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $632, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Kuala Lumpur to Bucharest

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Kuala Lumpur to Bucharest flights are currently cheapest in March.
Feb
from $725
Mar
from $602
Apr
from $620
May
from $603
Jun
from $651
Jul
from $771
Aug
from $678
Sep
from $675
Oct
from $632
Nov
from $603
Dec
from $700
Jan
from $674

Alternative Kuala Lumpur to Bucharest routes

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

Bucharest Otopeni

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Finding cheap flights from Kuala Lumpur to Bucharest: Frequently asked questions

There's one airport in Bucharest: Bucharest Otopeni.
The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Kuala Lumpur to Bucharest is $602. 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.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Kuala Lumpur to Bucharest. But we found flights with one or more stops from $602.
There are no flights flying from Kuala Lumpur to Bucharest, as of February 2026.
The cheapest month to fly from Kuala Lumpur to Bucharest is usually March.
If you're flying from Kuala Lumpur, the cheapest airport near Bucharest is Bucharest Otopeni – which is 14.8 km away from the center of Bucharest. We've found flights to this airport from $602.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Kuala Lumpur to Bucharest on Monday, March 9, 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Kuala Lumpur and Bucharest. Most routes have one or more stops.
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 February, 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.
The cheapest airline that flies to Bucharest is Turkish Airlines.

Flying from Kuala Lumpur to Bucharest: what you need to know

  • Kuala Lumpur is home to a couple of airports where you can kick off your trip. Check out your options for booking a flight from Kuala Lumpur to Bucharest leaving from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) or Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB).

  • Hop off the plane at Bucharest's major arrival point, Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP).

  • Bucharest's timezone is UTC+2, making Bucharest six hours behind Kuala Lumpur.

  • For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. That way, you can comfortably board your Kuala Lumpur to Bucharest flight.

  • During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during high season in general.

How to find the cheapest flights from Kuala Lumpur to Bucharest

  • To find cheap Kuala Lumpur to Bucharest flights, book as early as possible. Airlines generally offer lower prices when flights are first released.

  • If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across every month when searching for your plane ticket from Kuala Lumpur to Bucharest.

  • Save time searching for cheap flights from Kuala Lumpur to Bucharest by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.

  • Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' Kuala Lumpur to Bucharest flights.

Flying from Kuala Lumpur

Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)

  • We make it a cinch to find a Kuala Lumpur to Bucharest flight with a stopover. To see all the options leaving from Kuala Lumpur International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply select a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Top stopovers include:

    • Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

    • Dubai Airport (DXB)

    • Hamad International Airport (DOH)

  • The journey from central Kuala Lumpur to KUL takes about 1 hour on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 48 kilometers in 1 hour 5 minutes or so, depending on traffic.

  • After an easy start to your break? Stay near Kuala Lumpur International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Kuala Lumpur to Bucharest or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are ideal:

  • When it comes to Kuala Lumpur International Airport's on-time performance, 58.65% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.

Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB)

  • With public transport, you can travel from central Kuala Lumpur to SZB in around 1 hour 30 minutes. The terminal is roughly 18 kilometers away. Driving will take you about 25 minutes.

  • Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before catching your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Bucharest? Kick back in a hotel near Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport before your break officially begins. Check out these accommodation options:

  • Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport has an on-time performance rate of 68%. This figure sheds light on how frequently flights that take off from this airport land on time.

Arriving in Bucharest

Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)

  • The distance from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) to central Bucharest is approximately 14 kilometers. It'll take you around 35 minutes to reach the center driving.

  • Getting to the center by public transport will take you around 1 hour 35 minutes.

  • The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Kuala Lumpur to Bucharest. Book one of these accommodation options near OTP instead:

  • Pick up a Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport rental car and explore Bucharest and beyond with your own wheels. Klass Wagen, Pricecarz and Surprice are popular providers you can book with here.

  • Lock in the best possible rate by booking your vehicle from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport about one week before your trip.

Best time to go to Bucharest

  • July is the busiest month for flights from Kuala Lumpur to Bucharest. To skip the crowds, go to Bucharest in April.

  • The warmest month in Bucharest is August, with temperatures ranging between 17ºC (63ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Lock in your Kuala Lumpur to Bucharest ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.

  • January sees average temperatures of between -9ºC (16ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF). Search for cheap flights from Kuala Lumpur to Bucharest around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.

More about Bucharest

  • Start your Bucharest trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Bucharest, explore our selection of hotels including:

  • All great vacations should include a little sightseeing. Museum of the Palace of the Parliament, Old Town and The Revolution Square Fountain are essential stops on your Bucharest itinerary.

Explore more of Romania

  • You've done Bucharest, now it's time to discover other corners of Romania. Travel around 322 kilometers north to Iasi to tick off its top sights. From Palace of Culture to Saint Nicholas Church and Golia Monastery, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.

  • Around 322 kilometers north-west of Bucharest, Cluj-Napoca is another favorite stop in Romania. Start your sightseeing at St. Michael's Church, Hoia Baciu Forest and Banffy Palace.

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