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Cheapest return flight
$1,496
Typical prices: $2,055-$2,692
Air China
Mon 5/11Mon 19/11
SYD - OTP • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
$687
Typical prices: $1,073-$1,496
Multiple Airlines
Thu 18/1
SYD - OTP • 3 stops
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Sydney and Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
20 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 20 weeks in advance save around 37% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
October
Cheapest • 28% price drop
December
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH)
Cheapest • Avg $1,791 (return)
Istanbul (IST)
Shortest trip • 24h 35m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Sydney to Bucharest (SYD-OTP)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Sydney to Otopeni Intl

Thu, 5 Nov - Thu, 19 Nov
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10:40 - 05:15SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl
27h 35m1 stop Beijing Capital
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06:00 - 08:05OTP  Bucharest Otopeni Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
41h 05m2 stops Munich Franz Josef Strauss Beijing Capital
$1,496Multiple Airlines
1 day ago
Mon, 2 Nov - Wed, 11 Nov
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10:10 - 12:30SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl
35h 20m2 stops Beijing Capital Munich Franz Josef Strauss
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06:00 - 08:05OTP  Bucharest Otopeni Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
41h 05m2 stops Munich Franz Josef Strauss Beijing Capital
$1,554Multiple Airlines
3+ days ago
Wed, 25 Nov - Wed, 2 Dec
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15:50 - 06:40SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl
23h 50m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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16:20 - 06:50OTP  Bucharest Otopeni Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
29h 30m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
$1,808Qatar Airways
1 day ago
Thu, 5 Nov - Thu, 19 Nov
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15:50 - 13:25SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl
30h 35m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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10:40 - 06:50OTP  Bucharest Otopeni Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
35h 10m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
$1,831Qatar Airways
1 day ago
Fri, 26 Mar - Fri, 30 Apr
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21:35 - 07:10SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl
42h 35m2 stops Singapore Changi Istanbul
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15:55 - 19:00OTP  Bucharest Otopeni Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
44h 05m2 stops Istanbul Singapore Changi
$2,055Turkish Airlines
3+ days ago
Mon, 2 Nov - Wed, 11 Nov
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21:10 - 22:05SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl
33h 55m1 stop Dubai Intl
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08:00 - 22:30OTP  Bucharest Otopeni Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
29h 30m1 stop Dubai Intl
$2,376Emirates
3+ days ago
Mon, 2 Nov - Wed, 11 Nov
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16:30 - 12:40SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl
29h 10m2 stops Singapore Changi Dubai Intl
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23:05 - 07:00OTP  Bucharest Otopeni Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
22h 55m1 stop Dubai Intl
$2,382Emirates
3+ days ago
Sun, 22 Nov - Sun, 29 Nov
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10:35 - 13:00SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl
35h 25m3 stops Jakarta Soekarno-Hatta Intl Kuala Lumpur Intl Amsterdam Schiphol
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16:50 - 07:25OTP  Bucharest Otopeni Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
29h 35m3 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Singapore Changi Denpasar Bali Ngurah Rai
$2,974KLM
3+ days ago
Fri, 18 Dec - Wed, 20 Jan
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21:10 - 06:40SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl
42h 30m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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16:20 - 19:20OTP  Bucharest Otopeni Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
42h 00m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
$3,384Virgin Australia
3+ days ago
Fri, 18 Dec - Wed, 20 Jan
KLM Logo
10:45 - 13:00SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl
35h 15m3 stops Jakarta Soekarno-Hatta Intl Kuala Lumpur Intl Amsterdam Schiphol
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16:50 - 07:25OTP  Bucharest Otopeni Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
29h 35m3 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Singapore Changi Denpasar Bali Ngurah Rai
$4,443KLM
3+ days ago
Booking Insights

Price, demand, and travel trends for Sydney to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Sydney to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Sydney to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport. It’s 10% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 9% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport?

•October is the cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport at $1,748 return.
•March ($2,797) and December ($2,631) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 60% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Sydney to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport the cheapest?

Flights from Sydney to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport are cheapest 20 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 37% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Sydney to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport flights

Low season

October

Cheapest flight

$687
Beat the crowds with an average 85% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 253% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Sydney to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport

When to book flights from Sydney to Otopeni Intl

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Sydney to Otopeni Intl based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Sydney to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Sydney to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport?

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Sydney to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport:

    • Economy class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • How long is a flight from Sydney to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport?

    A direct flight from Sydney to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport takes 00m, covering 24,500 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Sydney to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Sydney to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport flight?

    Return flights from Sydney to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport range from $2,055 to $2,692, with an average of $2,427 over the past 12 months. Anything below $2,055 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Sydney to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 16% above the $2,427 route average. Book 20 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Have flight prices from Sydney to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $1,444 to $4,958. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Sydney to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Sydney to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $1,235, which is 7% below the typical average for this route.

  • Which car hire options are available at Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport (OTP)?

    Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport (OTP) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around $2 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Klass Wagen
    • Pricecarz
    • Payless
    • Sixt
    • ADDCAR RENTAL

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Sydney to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport?

    Flights from Sydney to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport usually depart from Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) and arrive at Bucharest Otopeni Intl (OTP).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Sydney to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from Sydney to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 71% of one-stop connections
    • Dubai Intl (DXB) – 22% of one-stop connections
    • Beijing Capital (PEK) – 4% of one-stop connections
    • Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) – 2% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Sydney to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 17% on flights from Sydney to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport. Sunday is the cheapest departure day at $2,199 return on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $2,648, a difference of $449.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Sydney to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport?

    Flying via Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 23h 03m, compared to 24h 35m via Istanbul (IST) and 25h 30m via Dubai Intl (DXB).

  • What is the time difference between Sydney and Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport?

    Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport is 8 hours behind Sydney (Eastern European Time vs Eastern Australia Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport?

    Casino at JW Marriott Bucharest Grand Hotel is one of the most viewed places in Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Sydney to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Sunday departure and avoid flying on Monday. On this route, Sunday flights average $2,199, about $449 less than Monday fares (17% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 20 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 37% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Sydney to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport trip for October. Fares historically average $1,748 return in that month – typically $1,049 less than the most expensive month, which is March (based on the last 12 months).

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