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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best round-trip flight from London Heathrow Airport to Bucharest? If you want to travel next month, round-trip fares start from $180. Find the lowest prices on one-way and round-trip tickets right here.

Bucharest.$152 per passenger.Departing Thu, Feb 25, returning Fri, Mar 5.Round-trip flight with British Airways.Outbound direct flight with British Airways departing from London Heathrow on Thu, Feb 25, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Inbound direct flight with British Airways departing from Bucharest Otopeni on Fri, Mar 5, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From $152, select.

Bucharest.$152 per passenger.Departing Wed, Mar 3, returning Sat, Mar 6.Round-trip flight with British Airways.Outbound direct flight with British Airways departing from London Heathrow on Wed, Mar 3, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Inbound direct flight with British Airways departing from Bucharest Otopeni on Sat, Mar 6, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From $152, select.

Bucharest.$152 per passenger.Departing Wed, Oct 14, returning Wed, Nov 4.Round-trip flight with British Airways.Outbound direct flight with British Airways departing from London Heathrow on Wed, Oct 14, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Inbound direct flight with British Airways departing from Bucharest Otopeni on Wed, Nov 4, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From $152, select.

Bucharest.$152 per passenger.Departing Sat, Feb 27, returning Sun, Feb 28.Round-trip flight with British Airways.Outbound direct flight with British Airways departing from London Heathrow on Sat, Feb 27, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Inbound direct flight with British Airways departing from Bucharest Otopeni on Sun, Feb 28, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From $152, select.

Bucharest.$152 per passenger.Departing Thu, Jan 14, returning Fri, Jan 29.Round-trip flight with British Airways.Outbound direct flight with British Airways departing from London Heathrow on Thu, Jan 14, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Inbound direct flight with British Airways departing from Bucharest Otopeni on Fri, Jan 29, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From $152, select.

Bucharest.$152 per passenger.Departing Thu, Dec 3, returning Sun, Dec 6.Round-trip flight with British Airways.Outbound direct flight with British Airways departing from London Heathrow on Thu, Dec 3, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Inbound direct flight with British Airways departing from Bucharest Otopeni on Sun, Dec 6, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From $152, select.

Bucharest.$152 per passenger.Departing Thu, Nov 19, returning Thu, Dec 3.Round-trip flight with British Airways.Outbound direct flight with British Airways departing from London Heathrow on Thu, Nov 19, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Inbound direct flight with British Airways departing from Bucharest Otopeni on Thu, Dec 3, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From $152, select.

Bucharest.$152 per passenger.Departing Sat, Nov 7, returning Fri, Nov 13.Round-trip flight with British Airways.Outbound direct flight with British Airways departing from London Heathrow on Sat, Nov 7, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Inbound direct flight with British Airways departing from Bucharest Otopeni on Fri, Nov 13, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From $152, select.

Bucharest.$161 per passenger.Departing Thu, Oct 15, returning Sat, Oct 17.Round-trip flight with British Airways.Outbound direct flight with British Airways departing from London Heathrow on Thu, Oct 15, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Inbound direct flight with British Airways departing from Bucharest Otopeni on Sat, Oct 17, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From $161, select.

Bucharest.$161 per passenger.Departing Tue, Jun 16, returning Tue, Jun 23.Round-trip flight with British Airways.Outbound direct flight with British Airways departing from London Heathrow on Tue, Jun 16, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Inbound direct flight with British Airways departing from Bucharest Otopeni on Tue, Jun 23, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From $161, select.

Bucharest.$162 per passenger.Departing Sat, Apr 25, returning Sat, May 2.Round-trip flight with British Airways.Outbound direct flight with British Airways departing from London Heathrow on Sat, Apr 25, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Inbound direct flight with British Airways departing from Bucharest Otopeni on Sat, May 2, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From $162, select.

Bucharest.$165 per passenger.Departing Wed, Jun 24, returning Thu, Jul 16.Round-trip flight with British Airways.Outbound direct flight with British Airways departing from London Heathrow on Wed, Jun 24, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Inbound direct flight with British Airways departing from Bucharest Otopeni on Thu, Jul 16, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From $165, select.

Bucharest.$168 per passenger.Departing Sat, Sep 19, returning Sat, Oct 3.Round-trip flight with British Airways.Outbound direct flight with British Airways departing from London Heathrow on Sat, Sep 19, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Inbound direct flight with British Airways departing from Bucharest Otopeni on Sat, Oct 3, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From $168, select.

Bucharest.$176 per passenger.Departing Tue, Dec 29, returning Fri, Jan 1.Round-trip flight with British Airways.Outbound direct flight with British Airways departing from London Heathrow on Tue, Dec 29, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Inbound direct flight with British Airways departing from Bucharest Otopeni on Fri, Jan 1, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From $176, select.

Bucharest.$180 per passenger.Departing Wed, May 13, returning Wed, May 27.Round-trip flight with Vueling Airlines and Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Vueling Airlines, departing from London Heathrow on Wed, May 13, arriving in Bucharest Baneasa.Inbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departing from Bucharest Otopeni on Wed, May 27, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From $180, select.

Bucharest.$180 per passenger.Departing Thu, May 28, returning Sat, Jun 6.Round-trip flight with British Airways.Outbound direct flight with British Airways departing from London Heathrow on Thu, May 28, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Inbound direct flight with British Airways departing from Bucharest Otopeni on Sat, Jun 6, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From $180, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from London Heathrow to Bucharest

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

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Alternative London Heathrow to Bucharest routes

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London to Bucharest: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found	$89
Cheapest month to fly	August
Average flight time	3 hrs, 17 mins
Most popular airline	American Airlines
Average flights per week	51

Finding cheap flights from London Heathrow to Bucharest: Frequently asked questions

How many airports are there in Bucharest?

There's one airport in Bucharest: Bucharest Otopeni.

How much are round-trip flights from London Heathrow to Bucharest?

The best price we found for a round-trip flight from London Heathrow to Bucharest is $152. 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.

How long does it take to fly from London Heathrow to Bucharest?

3 hours and 17 minutes is the average flight time from London Heathrow to Bucharest.

Which airlines fly direct from London Heathrow to Bucharest?

American Airlines, British Airways and Japan Airlines fly direct from London Heathrow to Bucharest.

How many flights are there a week from London Heathrow to Bucharest?

There are 51 flights per week flying from London Heathrow to Bucharest, as of April 2026.

When is the cheapest time to fly from London Heathrow to Bucharest?

The cheapest month to fly from London Heathrow to Bucharest is usually November.

What's the cheapest airport to fly to in Bucharest?

If you're flying from London Heathrow Airport, 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 $152.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from London Heathrow Airport to Bucharest on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from London Heathrow Airport to Bucharest on Saturday, November 7, 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from London Heathrow Airport to Bucharest?

Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 17 minutes.

How can I get the best flight deal from London Heathrow Airport to Bucharest?

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.

When is the best time to book flights to Bucharest?

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.

What’s the weather like in Bucharest?

In April, the average temperature is usually around 12°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.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly with from London Heathrow Airport to Bucharest?

Currently, British Airways offers the cheapest flight tickets to Bucharest.

Traveling from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Bucharest: what you need to know

The average duration of a direct flight from London Heathrow Airport to Bucharest is 3 hours 35 minutes.
Bucharest is two hours ahead of London, where London Heathrow Airport is located. Bucharest observes the UTC+2 timezone.
With 15 flights a week between the two airports, London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) is the most popular route. British Airways operates the earliest flight at 08:45. If you prefer to make the most of your day before leaving, the latest flight from LHR to OTP is with British Airways at 20:05.
To avoid missing your LHR to Bucharest flight, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Flying during a peak month such as July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Start your trip at LHR and travel nonstop to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP). That will be your arrival point when searching for London Heathrow Airport to Bucharest tickets.
Book your ticket with British Airways. This popular airline operates direct flights from London Heathrow Airport to Bucharest.
We make it easy to book plane tickets from LHR to Bucharest with a stopover. To see all your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Major stopovers include:
- Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
- Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
- Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
LHR is about 26 kilometers from central London. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the center, it'll take you 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 25 minutes.
Looking for a hotel close to LHR? If you're boarding an early flight from London Heathrow Airport to Bucharest, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
When it comes to the on-time performance of London Heathrow Airport, 78% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.

How to find the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Bucharest

The lowest price we've found for a one-way London Heathrow Airport to Bucharest flight is $89. The cheapest price for a return flight is $152. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To secure cheap flights from LHR to Bucharest, reserve your journey ten months before your planned departure.
March is the best month for scoring an awesome deal on London Heathrow Airport to Bucharest tickets. If you need to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.
There's no need to keep looking every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as there's an updated deal for cheap flights from LHR to Bucharest.
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Airports in Bucharest

Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)

Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) to the center of Bucharest takes around 30 minutes to reach by car. The center is roughly 16 kilometers away.
Getting there on public transport typically takes 35 minutes.
If you have a late flight from London Heathrow Airport to Bucharest, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near OTP:
Lock in the best rate by reserving your vehicle from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport about one week before your flight from LHR to Bucharest.

Baneasa Airport (BBU)

If you're staying in central Bucharest (or just want to start sightseeing straight away), the city is around 8 kilometers from Baneasa Airport (BBU). Look for any information kiosks to point you in the right direction after hopping off your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Bucharest.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel near BBU. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your LHR to Bucharest flight:
Get what you want, not just what's left over. Reserving your ride from BBU two weeks ahead of time often means more savings and a wider selection of vehicles.

Best time to go to Bucharest

January is the quietest month for flights from London Heathrow Airport to Bucharest, while July is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to visit Bucharest based on whether you like a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Bucharest is August, with temperatures ranging between 17ºC (63ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Book your London Heathrow Airport to Bucharest plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from LHR to Bucharest in January when temperatures average between -9ºC (16ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF).

More about Bucharest

Start your Bucharest trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Bucharest, explore our range of hotels including:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Museum of the Palace of the Parliament, Caru' cu Bere and National Bank of Romania Museum are top attractions which should feature on any well-planned Bucharest itinerary.

Explore more of Romania

Bucharest has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Romania just waiting to be explored. About 322 kilometers north of Bucharest, a trip to Iasi will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading sights like Galata Monastery, The Catholic Cathedral Saint Mary and Monastery of the Three Holy Hierarchs.
Around 322 kilometers northwest of Bucharest, Cluj-Napoca is another essential stop in Romania. Experience major highlights starting with St. Michael's Church, Museum Square and Romanian Orthodox Church of Transfiguration.