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Cheapest return flight
$1,305
Typical prices: $1,985-$2,654
Air China
Sun 4/2Thu 22/2
SYD - OTP • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
$714
Typical prices: $1,010-$1,435
Multiple Airlines
Sat 20/10
SYD - OTP • 2 stops
Direct flights
Not available
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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Top routes
SYD - OTP
Cheapest • 3% average savings
SYD - BBU
Most popular
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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 $1,795 (return)
Istanbul (IST)
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, 4 Feb - Mon, 22 Feb
Air China Logo
10:40 - 05:15SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl
27h 35m1 stop Beijing Capital
Air China Logo
16:25 - 08:05OTP  Bucharest Otopeni Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
30h 40m1 stop Beijing Capital
$1,305Air China
Thu, 28 Jan - Wed, 24 Feb
Air China Logo
10:40 - 05:15SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl
27h 35m1 stop Beijing Capital
Air China Logo
16:25 - 08:05OTP  Bucharest Otopeni Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
30h 40m1 stop Beijing Capital
$1,305Air China
Fri, 16 Oct - Fri, 23 Oct
Turkish Airlines Logo
16:40 - 08:10SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl
23h 30m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Istanbul
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15:55 - 06:35OTP  Bucharest Otopeni Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
30h 40m2 stops Istanbul Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
$1,647Turkish Airlines
Sun, 18 Oct - Sun, 25 Oct
Turkish Airlines Logo
22:05 - 14:35SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl
24h 30m2 stops Kuala Lumpur Intl Istanbul
Turkish Airlines Logo
15:35 - 19:25OTP  Bucharest Otopeni Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
42h 50m2 stops Istanbul Singapore Changi
$1,723Turkish Airlines
Fri, 29 Jan - Tue, 23 Feb
Qatar Airways Logo
15:50 - 06:40SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl
23h 50m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
10:40 - 06:50OTP  Bucharest Otopeni Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
35h 10m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
$1,798Qatar Airways
Sun, 1 Nov - Sun, 8 Nov
Qatar Airways Logo
15:50 - 06:40SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl
23h 50m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
10:40 - 06:50OTP  Bucharest Otopeni Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
35h 10m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
$1,802Qatar Airways
Thu, 5 Nov - Thu, 12 Nov
KLM Logo
12:45 - 13:00SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl
33h 15m3 stops Jakarta Soekarno-Hatta Intl Kuala Lumpur Intl Amsterdam Schiphol
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16:50 - 07:55OTP  Bucharest Otopeni Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
30h 05m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Kuala Lumpur Intl
$2,154KLM
Fri, 29 Jan - Tue, 23 Feb
KLM Logo
21:55 - 23:30SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl
34h 35m2 stops Incheon Intl Amsterdam Schiphol
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06:00 - 07:25OTP  Bucharest Otopeni Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
40h 25m3 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Singapore Changi Denpasar Bali Ngurah Rai
$2,165KLM
Sun, 1 Nov - Sun, 8 Nov
Emirates Logo
21:45 - 22:05SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl
33h 20m1 stop Dubai Intl
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23:10 - 07:00OTP  Bucharest Otopeni Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
22h 50m1 stop Dubai Intl
$2,383Emirates
Wed, 3 Feb - Wed, 24 Feb
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21:45 - 13:50SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl
25h 05m1 stop Dubai Intl
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14:55 - 07:00OTP  Bucharest Otopeni Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
31h 05m1 stop Dubai Intl
$2,384Emirates
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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 from Sydney to Bucharest with more confidence.

How much is a return flight from Sydney to Bucharest?

Return flights from Sydney to Bucharest start at $1,305. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical return fares ranging from $1,985 to $2,654. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $1,305 on Air China.

What is the cheapest Sydney to Bucharest flight route?

There's little price difference between Sydney to Bucharest routes. They average around $2,468 return, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

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

Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Sydney to Bucharest and is 13% 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?

•October is the cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Bucharest at $1,713 return.
•March ($2,742) and December ($2,571) 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 the cheapest?

Flights from Sydney to Bucharest 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 flights

Low season

October

Cheapest flight

$714
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 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 route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

  • 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 0h 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 $1,985 to $2,654, with an average of $2,385 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,985 counts as a good deal.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within 2 weeks of departure) run 10% above the route average of $2,385. Book 26 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 $1,487 to $10,571. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x 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 higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $1,295, which is 12% above 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 $2:

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

    Near Bucharest Baneasa Airport (BBU) – daily rates from around $2:

    • Pricecarz
    • Klass Wagen
    • 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) – 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?

    On the Sydney to Bucharest route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 20%. Sunday is the cheapest day at $2,088 return on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $2,600 – a $512 difference. 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 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?

    Bucharest is 7 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 instead of Monday. On this route, Sunday flights average $2,088 – about $512 less than Monday (20% 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 trip for October. Fares historically average $1,713 return in that month – typically $1,029 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.
    - Crystal Palace Hotel
    - Hotel La Gil
    - Avis Hotel by Ws Hotel Group

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