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Cheapest return flight
$1,452
Typical prices: $1,982-$2,640
Multiple Airlines
Fri 26/10Fri 2/11
SYD - OTP • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way flight
$952
Typical prices: $1,003-$1,426
Multiple Airlines
Thu 15/11
SYD - OTP • 2 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
26 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 26 weeks in advance save around 31% 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 $1,784 (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

Mon, 26 Oct - Mon, 2 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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16:25 - 08:05OTP  Bucharest Otopeni Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
30h 40m1 stop Beijing Capital
$1,452Multiple Airlines
Mon, 12 Oct - Wed, 4 Nov
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14:00 - 15:10SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl
33h 10m2 stops Singapore Changi Vienna Intl
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16:50 - 13:35OTP  Bucharest Otopeni Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
35h 45m3 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Beijing Daxing Intl Guangzhou Baiyun
$1,611Multiple Airlines
Wed, 7 Oct - Sat, 7 Nov
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15:50 - 07:45SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl
23h 55m1 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
$1,651Qatar Airways
Wed, 7 Oct - Sat, 7 Nov
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16:40 - 11:15SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl
26h 35m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Istanbul
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21:35 - 06:30OTP  Bucharest Otopeni Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
23h 55m2 stops Istanbul Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
$1,657Turkish Airlines
Sat, 17 Oct - Fri, 23 Oct
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14:00 - 16:30SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl
34h 30m2 stops Singapore Changi Vienna Intl
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08:35 - 20:25OTP  Bucharest Otopeni Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
27h 50m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Guangzhou Baiyun
$1,657Multiple Airlines
Mon, 16 Nov - Fri, 20 Nov
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21:30 - 20:25SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl
31h 55m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Istanbul
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15:35 - 06:30OTP  Bucharest Otopeni Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
29h 55m2 stops Istanbul Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
$1,668Turkish Airlines
Mon, 16 Nov - Fri, 20 Nov
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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
$1,708Qatar Airways
Mon, 26 Oct - Mon, 2 Nov
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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
$1,760Qatar Airways
Sun, 27 Sep - Sun, 8 Nov
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14:50 - 15:15SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl
31h 25m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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10:40 - 22:25OTP  Bucharest Otopeni Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
26h 45m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Brisbane
$1,991Virgin Australia
Wed, 7 Oct - Sat, 7 Nov
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11:10 - 13:00SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl
33h 50m3 stops Denpasar Bali Ngurah Rai Singapore Changi 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
$4,436KLM
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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 from Sydney to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport with more confidence.

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

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

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 $1,703 return.
  • March ($2,725) and December ($2,555) 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 prices from Sydney to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport the cheapest?

Flights from Sydney to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport are cheapest 26 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 31% 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

$952
Best time to beat the crowds (28% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (8% more expensive on average)
Flights 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 route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

  • 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 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

  • 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) – 27% of one-stop connections
    • Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) – 1% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul (IST) – 0% of one-stop connections

    Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    On the Sydney to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 20%. Sunday is the cheapest day at $2,090 return on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $2,584 – a $494 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • 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.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within 2 weeks of departure) run 10% above the route average of $2,370. Book 26 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    A direct flight from Sydney to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport takes 0h 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.

  • 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 $1,452 to $4,432. 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 in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about $1,163.

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

    Flying via Istanbul (IST) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 24h 35m, compared to 25h 09m via Dubai Intl (DXB) and 26h 20m via Doha Hamad Intl (DOH).

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

    Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport is 7 hours behind Sydney (Eastern European Time vs Eastern Australia Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • 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
    • ADDCAR RENTAL
    • Sixt

  • 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 $1,982 to $2,640, with an average of $2,370 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,982 counts as a good deal.

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 instead of Monday. On this route, Sunday flights average $2,090 – about $494 less than Monday (19% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 26 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 31% 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 $1,703 return in that month – typically $1,022 less than the most expensive month, which is March (based on the last 12 months).

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