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Cheapest return flight
$1,783
Typical prices: $2,114-$2,734
Air China
Fri 6/4Thu 12/4
SYD - OTP • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
$791
Typical prices: $1,052-$1,498
Multiple Airlines
Mon 5/3
SYD - OTP • 3 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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SYD - OTP
Cheapest • 4% average savings
SYD - BBU
Most popular
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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 39% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
May
Cheapest • 16% price drop
January
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Beijing Capital (PEK)
Cheapest • Avg $1,995 (return)
Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH)
Shortest trip • 22h 09m (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

Tue, 6 Apr - Wed, 14 Apr
Air China Logo
09:55 - 06:20SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl
27h 25m1 stop Beijing Capital
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17:25 - 07:30OTP  Bucharest Otopeni Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
31h 05m1 stop Beijing Capital
$1,783Air China
3+ days ago
Tue, 6 Apr - Mon, 12 Apr
Air China Logo
09:55 - 06:20SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl
27h 25m1 stop Beijing Capital
Air China Logo
17:25 - 07:30OTP  Bucharest Otopeni Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
31h 05m1 stop Beijing Capital
$1,783Air China
3+ days ago
Thu, 25 Feb - Mon, 1 Mar
Turkish Airlines Logo
21:35 - 14:15SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl
25h 40m2 stops Singapore Changi Istanbul
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10:00 - 19:25OTP  Bucharest Otopeni Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
24h 25m2 stops Istanbul Singapore Changi
$1,905Turkish Airlines
2 days ago
Thu, 25 Feb - Mon, 1 Mar
Turkish Airlines Logo
21:35 - 14:15SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl
25h 40m2 stops Singapore Changi Istanbul
Turkish Airlines Logo
10:00 - 19:25OTP  Bucharest Otopeni Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
24h 25m2 stops Istanbul Singapore Changi
$1,944Turkish Airlines
3+ days ago
Thu, 25 Feb - Mon, 1 Mar
Qatar Airways Logo
22:10 - 13:25SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl
24h 15m1 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
$1,977Qatar Airways
2 days ago
Thu, 25 Feb - Mon, 1 Mar
Qatar Airways Logo
22:10 - 13:25SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl
24h 15m1 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
$1,980Qatar Airways
3+ days ago
Tue, 6 Apr - Tue, 13 Apr
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13:05 - 13:05SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl
31h 00m2 stops Kuala Lumpur Intl Amsterdam Schiphol
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16:50 - 06:30OTP  Bucharest Otopeni Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
30h 40m3 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Singapore Changi Denpasar Bali Ngurah Rai
$2,715KLM
3+ days ago
Tue, 6 Apr - Tue, 13 Apr
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11:10 - 13:05SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl
32h 55m3 stops Denpasar Bali Ngurah Rai Singapore Changi Amsterdam Schiphol
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16:50 - 06:30OTP  Bucharest Otopeni Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
30h 40m3 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Singapore Changi Denpasar Bali Ngurah Rai
$2,738KLM
3+ days ago
Wed, 23 Dec - Wed, 30 Dec
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21:45 - 12:40SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl
23h 55m1 stop Dubai Intl
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23:05 - 18:35OTP  Bucharest Otopeni Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
34h 30m1 stop Dubai Intl
$3,135Emirates
1 day ago
Sat, 16 Jan - Sun, 31 Jan
Emirates Logo
21:10 - 22:05SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl
33h 55m1 stop Dubai Intl
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08:00 - 18:35OTP  Bucharest Otopeni Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
25h 35m1 stop Dubai Intl
$12,005Emirates
3+ days 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.

How much is a return flight from Sydney to Bucharest?

Return flights from Sydney to Bucharest typically range from $2,114 to $2,734. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $1,783 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 $2,544 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 12% 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?

•May is the cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Bucharest at $2,070 return.
•October ($3,045) and March ($2,831) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 47% 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 39% 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

$791
Beat the crowds with an average 60% drop in travellers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 80% 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 $2,114 to $2,734, with an average of $2,454 over the past 12 months. Anything below $2,114 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 20% above the $2,454 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 $1,783 to $17,183. That means the highest observed fare was about 10x 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 $1,556, which is 30% 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 averaging $27:

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

    Near Bucharest Baneasa Airport (BBU) – daily rates averaging $21:

    • 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) – 68% of one-stop connections
    • Dubai Intl (DXB) – 22% of one-stop connections
    • Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) – 5% of one-stop connections
    • Beijing Capital (PEK) – 5% 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 19% on flights from Sydney to Bucharest. Sunday is the cheapest departure day at $2,172 return on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $2,680, a difference of $508.

    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 22h 09m, compared to 24h 35m via Istanbul (IST) and 25h 29m 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 $2,172, about $508 less than Monday fares (19% 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 39% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Sydney to Bucharest trip for May. Fares historically average $2,070 return in that month – typically $975 less than the most expensive month, which is October (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
    • Crystal Palace Hotel
    • Avis Hotel by Ws Hotel Group

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