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June 24 - June 30

Cheapest

ZRH - Bucharest

$295

$174

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June 24 - June 29

ZRH - Bucharest

$298

$178

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July 1 - July 29

ZRH - Bucharest

$251

$181

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September 3 - September 12

Best

ZRH - Bucharest

$263

$185

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August 26 - September 19

ZRH - Bucharest

$241

$185

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August 24 - September 19

ZRH - Bucharest

$241

$185

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August 25 - September 19

ZRH - Bucharest

$241

$185

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June 22 - June 30

Earliest

ZRH - Bucharest

$300

$186

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August 5 - August 10

ZRH - Bucharest

$275

$186

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August 3 - August 12

ZRH - Bucharest

$246

$186

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Insights for flights from Zürich to Bucharest

Right now, 11% of recent fares for flights from Zürich to Bucharest are classified as a good price. Fares for this route typically range from $239–$434, with a median of $318. Current fares are above the typical level, indicating that prices are somewhat higher than usual for this route.

When looking for cheap flights from Zürich to Bucharest, the data shows that December and January are typically the most affordable months to fly, both with a median fare of $111. November also presents a more budget-friendly option, with a median fare of $200, offering a significant saving compared to the overall median.

A typical journey from Zürich to Bucharest takes approximately 8h 25m, including connections. Given that most itineraries connect at least once, this median duration reflects the time spent on connecting flights. The overall distance between Zürich and Bucharest is 1390 kilometers, classifying this as a short-haul route.

For flights from Zürich to Bucharest, most itineraries connect at least once, with only 13.2% of recent fares being non-stop. When a connection is required, the typical number of stopovers is 1. New deals for this route show up several times a week, so keeping an eye on price alerts can be beneficial.

How much is a round trip from Zürich to Bucharest

Regular price: $241 - $310

Prices are currently below the regular range for flights from Zurich to Bucharest.

The regular price range for flights from Zurich to Bucharest is between 241 USD and 310 USD. The current lowest deal is 174 USD with Vueling Airlines, for travel from June 24 to June 30.

now $174

Low $241

High $310

The cheapest time to fly from Zürich to Bucharest

The cheapest month to fly from Zurich to Bucharest is January, with a median price of $111. The most expensive month is June, with a median price of $380. Generally, prices are lower from January to December.

January

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Flights from $111

June

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Flights from $380

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Direct flights from Zürich to Bucharest

Swiss International Air Lines

Last-minute flights going from Zürich to Bucharest

Mon, Jun 22

⌛ Last-Minute

ZRH - Bucharest

Zürich (ZRH) - Bucharest (OTP)

Vueling Airlines

$300

$186

One-way

Mon, Jun 22

⌛ Last-Minute

ZRH - Bucharest

Zürich (ZRH) - Bucharest (BBU)

Vueling Airlines

$333

$196

One-way

Wed, Jun 24

⌛ Last-Minute

ZRH - Bucharest

Zürich (ZRH) - Bucharest (BBU)

Vueling Airlines

$295

$174

One-way

Wed, Jun 24

⌛ Last-Minute

ZRH - Bucharest

Zürich (ZRH) - Bucharest (BBU)

Vueling Airlines

$298

$178

One-way

Sun, Jun 28

⌛ Last-Minute

ZRH - Bucharest

Zürich (ZRH) - Bucharest (OTP)

Air Serbia

$299

$188

One-way

Wed, Jul 1

⌛ Last-Minute

ZRH - Bucharest

Zürich (ZRH) - Bucharest (BBU)

Condor Flugdienst

$251

$181

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Zürich to Bucharest

1 night

Jun 22 - Jun 23

$333 → $196

41%

6 nights

Jun 24 - Jun 30

$295 → $174

41%

5 nights

Jun 24 - Jun 29

$298 → $178

40%

8 nights

Jun 22 - Jun 30

$300 → $186

38%

Popular Airports to fly from Zürich to Bucharest

Zürich - Bucharest route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from ZRH to BUH are above the typical level, with 11% considered good deals.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in December or January for the best prices

Historically, December and January offer the lowest median prices for ZRH to BUH flights.

⏱️ Flight duration

Flights typically take 8h 25m

The median flight duration from ZRH to BUH is 8 hours and 25 minutes, including layovers.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant on this route

Only 13.2% of deals are direct, with connecting flights typically having 1 stopover.

🏆 Airline highlight

Swiss International Air Lines offers direct flights

Swiss International Air Lines is one of the carriers providing direct flights on this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear regularly for this route

Historically, deals for flights from ZRH to BUH appear regularly, about 0.17 deals per day.

Zürich main airports to depart from

Zürich Airport (ZRH)

Cheapest

Zürich Airport (ZRH) is a convenient option for flights to Bucharest, offering a range of connections.

📍 ~10 km from Zürich city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$174

Bucharest main airports to arrive at

Baneasa International Airport (BBU)

Cheapest

Baneasa International Airport is a good option for flights to Bucharest from Zurich.

📍 ~8 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$178

Henri Coandă International (OTP)

Henri Coandă International is a convenient choice for flights to Bucharest from Zurich.

📍 ~15 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$185

Airports nearby Bucharest used as alternative

Brașov-Ghimbav International Airport (GHV)

Brașov-Ghimbav International Airport is a useful domestic alternative, especially for northern Bucharest, though flight frequency is lower.

📍 ~135 km from Bucharest (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$174

Varna (VAR)

Varna Airport is an international alternative, especially for low-cost routes, but requires crossing the Romania-Bulgaria land border.

📍 ~190 km from Bucharest (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$163

Sibiu International (SBZ)

Sibiu International Airport is a reliable regional hub with established connections, but the drive can be unpredictable.

📍 ~210 km from Bucharest (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$222

Craiova International (CRA)

Craiova International Airport offers proximity to Bucharest and serves low-cost airlines, but has a limited route network.

📍 ~180 km from Bucharest (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$197

Sofia (SOF)

Cheapest

Sofia Airport is a major international hub with diverse carriers, but involves a significant driving distance and border crossing.

📍 ~290 km from Bucharest (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$155

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Bucharest

46% AI deal score

$1,060

From ZRH

Elite

Aug 03

Bucharest, Romania

45% AI deal score

$1,104

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Bucharest

To find more affordable flights, consider being flexible with your travel dates and times. Comparing prices from various airlines and online travel agencies can also help you identify better deals. Look out for flights during the off-peak season, which often have lower fares.

Booking flights in advance, often several months before your intended travel date, can sometimes result in lower prices. However, prices can fluctuate, so monitoring fares over time may help you find a good deal. Last-minute bookings usually carry a higher cost.

Comparing nearby airports at both your origin and destination can sometimes uncover more affordable flight options. While it may add to your ground travel time, the potential savings on airfare can be significant. Always factor in the cost and convenience of transportation to and from alternative airports.

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Insights for flights from Zürich to Bucharest

How much is a round trip from Zürich to Bucharest

The cheapest time to fly from Zürich to Bucharest

Direct flights from Zürich to Bucharest

Last-minute flights going from Zürich to Bucharest

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Zürich to Bucharest

Popular Airports to fly from Zürich to Bucharest

Zürich - Bucharest route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Fly in December or January for the best prices

Flights typically take 8h 25m

Connecting flights are dominant on this route

Swiss International Air Lines offers direct flights

Deals appear regularly for this route

Zürich main airports to depart from

Bucharest main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Bucharest used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Bucharest

Best Elite deals to Bucharest

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Bucharest

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