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Cheapest return flight
$1,421
Typical prices: $2,039-$2,672
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Mon 12/11Fri 16/11
SYD - OTP • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way flight
$760
Typical prices: $1,048-$1,485
Etihad Airways
Tue 25/12
SYD - OTP • 1 stop
Direct flights
There are currently no direct flights between Sydney and Bucharest. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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Cheapest • 3% average savings
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When to book
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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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Cheapest • 28% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $1,778 (return)
Shortest trip • 24h 35m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Sydney to Bucharest (SYD-BUH)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Sydney to Bucharest

Thu, 12 Nov - Mon, 16 Nov
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11:25 - 12:25SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl
34h 00m2 stops Guangzhou Baiyun Istanbul
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08:35 - 20:25OTP  Bucharest Otopeni Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
26h 50m2 stops Istanbul Guangzhou Baiyun
$1,421Multiple Airlines
1 day ago
Thu, 12 Nov - Mon, 16 Nov
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11:25 - 12:25SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl
34h 00m2 stops Guangzhou Baiyun Istanbul
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08:35 - 20:25OTP  Bucharest Otopeni Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
26h 50m2 stops Istanbul Guangzhou Baiyun
$1,493Multiple Airlines
1 day ago
Thu, 12 Nov - Mon, 16 Nov
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11:25 - 14:15SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl
35h 50m2 stops Guangzhou Baiyun Istanbul
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16:25 - 12:10OTP  Bucharest Otopeni Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
34h 45m3 stops Beijing Capital Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Singapore Changi
$1,746Multiple Airlines
1 day ago
Thu, 12 Nov - Mon, 16 Nov
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10:30 - 11:25SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl
33h 55m2 stops Beijing Capital Milan Malpensa
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10:40 - 06:50OTP  Bucharest Otopeni Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
35h 10m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
$1,811Multiple Airlines
1 day ago
Thu, 12 Nov - Mon, 16 Nov
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09:50 - 13:35SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl
36h 45m3 stops Kuala Lumpur Intl Beijing Capital Milan Malpensa
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16:25 - 12:10OTP  Bucharest Otopeni Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
34h 45m3 stops Beijing Capital Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Singapore Changi
$1,823Multiple Airlines
1 day ago
Thu, 12 Nov - Mon, 16 Nov
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11:25 - 12:25SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl
34h 00m2 stops Guangzhou Baiyun Istanbul
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16:25 - 12:10OTP  Bucharest Otopeni Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
34h 45m3 stops Beijing Capital Phuket City Singapore Changi
$1,831Multiple Airlines
1 day ago
Thu, 12 Nov - Mon, 16 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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16:20 - 06:50OTP  Bucharest Otopeni Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
29h 30m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
$1,840Qatar Airways
1 day ago
Thu, 12 Nov - Mon, 16 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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16:20 - 06:50OTP  Bucharest Otopeni Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
29h 30m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
$1,854Qatar Airways
1 day ago
Thu, 12 Nov - Mon, 16 Nov
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15:10 - 17:45SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl
35h 35m3 stops Guangzhou Baiyun London Gatwick Warsaw Frederic Chopin
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16:25 - 12:10OTP  Bucharest Otopeni Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
34h 45m3 stops Beijing Capital Phuket City Singapore Changi
$1,864Multiple Airlines
1 day ago
Thu, 12 Nov - Mon, 16 Nov
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10:30 - 13:35SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl
36h 05m2 stops Beijing Capital Milan Malpensa
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16:20 - 06:50OTP  Bucharest Otopeni Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
29h 30m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
$1,865Multiple Airlines
1 day ago
Booking Insights

Price, demand, and travel trends for Sydney to Bucharest flights

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

What is the cheapest Sydney to Bucharest flight route?

There's little price difference between Sydney to Bucharest routes. They average around $2,496 return, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

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

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. 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?

•October is the cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Bucharest at $1,735 return.
•March ($2,776) and December ($2,611) 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 the cheapest?

Flights from Sydney to Bucharest 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.

Key details for Sydney to Bucharest flights

Low season

October

Cheapest flight

$760
Beat the crowds with an average 51% drop in travellers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 75% increase in travellers.
One-way flight from Sydney to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport

When to book flights from Sydney to Bucharest

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Sydney to Bucharest 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 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?

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

    • Economy class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • How long is a flight from Sydney to Bucharest?

    A direct flight from Sydney to Bucharest takes 00m, covering 24,498 km.

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

    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 flight?

    Return flights from Sydney to Bucharest range from $2,039 to $2,672, with an average of $2,409 over the past 12 months. Anything below $2,039 counts as a good deal.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 16% above the $2,409 route average. Book 20 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Have flight prices from Sydney to Bucharest 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 $1,421 to $4,447. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Sydney to Bucharest are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $1,219, which is 7% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car hire options are available in Bucharest?

    Since Bucharest is served by multiple airports, car hire options and rates can vary depending on which one you fly into.
    Near Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport (OTP) – daily rates from around $26:

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

    Near Bucharest Baneasa Airport (BBU) – daily rates from around $19:

    • Klass Wagen
    • Pricecarz
    • ADDCAR RENTAL
    • Wheego
    • Routes Car & Truck Rentals

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

    Flights from Sydney to Bucharest usually depart from Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) and may arrive at several airports in Bucharest area, including Bucharest Baneasa (BBU) and Bucharest Otopeni Intl (OTP).

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

    One-stop flights from Sydney to Bucharest 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?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 17% on flights from Sydney to Bucharest. Sunday is the cheapest departure day at $2,182 return on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $2,628, a difference of $446.

    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?

    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?

    Bucharest is 9 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?

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

Your guide to booking Sydney to Bucharest 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 $2,182, about $446 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 trip for October. Fares historically average $1,735 return in that month – typically $1,041 less than the most expensive month, which is March (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Bucharest Baneasa Airport.

    • Ramada Hotel & Suites by Wyndham Bucharest North
    • ibis Styles Bucharest Erbas
    • Crystal Palace Hotel

More options for your flight from Sydney to Bucharest

Complete your trip to Bucharest with a hotel stay or car hire