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$49+ Cheap flights from Bucharest (BUH) to Athens (ATH)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 4/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BUH — ATH
Feb 3 — Feb 101
Tue 2/3
Tue 2/10
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Bucharest to Athens Eleftherios V. are usually found in March or February, booked 42 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Thursday and return on a Monday

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Cheapest flights from Bucharest to Athens
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Bucharest to Athens. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 4, 2026.

This TAROM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure TAROM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/204:40 pmOTP - ATH
Nonstop1h 40mTAROM
Tue 2/246:50 pmATH - OTP
Nonstop2h 20mTAROM
Deal found 1/2$87
This TAROM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure TAROM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/144:40 pmOTP - ATH
Nonstop1h 40mTAROM
Sun 5/247:10 pmATH - OTP
Nonstop1h 35mTAROM
Deal found 1/2$93
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 1/164:40 pmOTP - ATH
Nonstop1h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sun 1/186:45 pmATH - OTP
Nonstop1h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/3$107
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 7/64:40 pmOTP - ATH
Nonstop1h 40mTAROM
Mon 7/137:10 pmATH - OTP
Nonstop1h 35mTAROM
Deal found 1/2$108
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/173:40 pmOTP - ATH
Nonstop2h 25mMultiple Airlines
Tue 2/248:35 amATH - OTP
2 stops26h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/3$111
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 1/308:40 pmOTP - ATH
1 stop12h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sun 2/16:45 pmATH - OTP
1 stop6h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/3$115
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/297:40 amOTP - ATH
Nonstop1h 45mMultiple Airlines
Tue 6/27:10 pmATH - OTP
Nonstop1h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/2$116
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/1. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/54:40 pmOTP - ATH
Nonstop1h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sun 2/810:00 amATH - OTP
1 stop12h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/1$120
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/4. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/208:40 pmOTP - ATH
1 stop12h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sun 2/227:55 pmATH - OTP
Nonstop1h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/4$123
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/2311:15 amOTP - ATH
Nonstop1h 45mWizz Air
Sun 4/2610:05 amATH - OTP
Nonstop1h 40mWizz Air
Deal found 1/2$125
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 7/44:40 pmOTP - ATH
Nonstop1h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sat 7/117:35 amATH - OTP
Nonstop1h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/3$126

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Bucharest (BUH) to Athens (ATH). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated January 4, 2026.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$87
(TAROM)

One-way from

$49
(Wizz Air)

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$126

Good round-trip deal

$117 or less

Good one-way deal

$68 or less
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price ($22 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Bucharest to Athens that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 4, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Bucharest to Athens that are best for you.

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BucharestAthens

OTP - ATH

OTPATH

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Wed 4/1

4:40 pm-6:20 pm

Nonstop1h 40m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sun 4/5

7:10 pm-8:45 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

$87

BucharestAthens

OTP - ATH

OTPATH

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Fri 2/20

4:40 pm-6:20 pm

Nonstop1h 40m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Tue 2/24

6:50 pm-9:10 pm

Nonstop2h 20m

$87

BucharestAthens

OTP - ATH

OTPATH

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Thu 5/14

4:40 pm-6:20 pm

Nonstop1h 40m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sun 5/24

7:10 pm-8:45 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

$93

BucharestAthens

OTP - ATH

OTPATH

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Tue 2/17

3:40 pm-6:05 pm

Nonstop2h 25m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Tue 2/24

8:35 am-11:10 am

2 stops26h 35m

$111

BucharestAthens

OTP - ATH

OTPATH

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Fri 2/27

8:40 pm-9:15 am

1 stop12h 35m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 3/2

9:05 pm-2:45 pm

1 stop17h 40m

$115

BucharestAthens

OTP - ATH

OTPATH

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Fri 1/30

8:40 pm-9:15 am

1 stop12h 35m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sun 2/1

6:45 pm-1:10 am

1 stop6h 25m

$115

BucharestAthens

OTP - ATH

OTPATH

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Fri 5/29

7:40 am-9:25 am

Nonstop1h 45m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Tue 6/2

7:10 pm-8:45 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

$116

BucharestAthens

OTP - ATH

OTPATH

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Thu 4/23

11:15 am-1:00 pm

Nonstop1h 45m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sun 4/26

10:05 am-11:45 am

Nonstop1h 40m

$125

BucharestAthens

OTP - ATH

OTPATH

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Fri 4/17

7:40 am-9:25 am

Nonstop1h 45m

$49

BucharestAthens

OTP - ATH

OTPATH

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Mon 4/20

7:40 am-9:25 am

Nonstop1h 45m

$69

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Compare providers for flights from Bucharest to Athens

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Bucharest to Athens in January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
SmartFaresPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*1 star

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Bucharest-Athens flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Bucharest-Athens flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Bucharest-Athens flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Bucharest-Athens flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Bucharest-Athens flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Bucharest to Athens

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Athens from Bucharest with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Bucharest to Athens

How far ahead should I book a flight from Bucharest to Athens?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Bucharest to Athens. Price data was last updated on January 2, 2026.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Bucharest to Athens, you should look to book at least 42 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Bucharest to Athens?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Bucharest to Athens (average of $50). Flying from Bucharest to Athens in August is currently the most expensive (average of $94). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from BUH to ATH?

Find hourly flight availability from Bucharest to Athens. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated January 4, 2026.

When flying from Bucharest to Athens, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the afternoon, which can drop the price by up to 37% versus a flight in the evening.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Bucharest to Athens?

How often are flights from Bucharest to Athens delayed?

About 25% of weekly flights between Bucharest and Athens have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 96 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Bucharest to Athens flights?

Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the early afternoon tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Saturday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Sunday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Bucharest to Athens flights?

Over the last year, Aegean Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 23% of flights being delayed.

Reviews of airlines servicing Athens

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Athens. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Athens. Reviews last updated January 4, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Aegean Airlines, Wizz Air, and TAROM from Bucharest to Athens have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very good
841 reviews

Entertainment

6.9

Food

7.4

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.6

Boarding

7.8

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

mandy,Dec 2025

ATH - RIX

You get what you pay for! No food or entertainment but seats were comfortable
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very good
841 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very good
841 reviews

Entertainment

6.9

Food

7.4

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.6

Boarding

7.8

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

mandy,Dec 2025

ATH - RIX

You get what you pay for! No food or entertainment but seats were comfortable
Wizz Air
6.8
Okay
398 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very good
841 reviews

Entertainment

6.9

Food

7.4

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.6

Boarding

7.8

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

mandy,Dec 2025

ATH - RIX

You get what you pay for! No food or entertainment but seats were comfortable
TAROM
6.4
Okay
75 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very good
841 reviews

Entertainment

6.9

Food

7.4

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.6

Boarding

7.8

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

mandy,Dec 2025

ATH - RIX

You get what you pay for! No food or entertainment but seats were comfortable

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Bucharest to Athens. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Athens from Bucharest?

    Athens Eleftherios V. (ATH) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Bucharest to Athens. You should not have trouble finding flights to Eleftherios V. from Bucharest; the airport handles an average of 1 inbound flight from Bucharest per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 3 airlines have flights to the Athens airport from Bucharest. It is only a 12.3 mi journey from Eleftherios V. (ATH) to Athens’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Bucharest to Athens?

    For as low as $87, TAROM can have you in Athens from Bucharest in 1h 40m. The distance from Bucharest to Athens is about 472 mi. All flights are typically nonstop.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Bucharest to Athens round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Bucharest to Athens round-trip from $63. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are TAROM, from $73, and Aegean Airlines, from $76. Wizz Air is priced at 59% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Bucharest to Athens one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Wizz Air. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $42. Users have also found prices from $48 and $51 on Aegean Airlines and TAROM, respectively.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Bucharest to Athens?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $67. While the most popular route (Bucharest Otopeni Intl - Athens Eleftherios V.) can be booked for $93 on average, our data indicates $181 when flying from Bucharest to Athens.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Bucharest to Athens that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Bucharest to Athens flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Bucharest to Athens?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Bucharest to Athens.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Bucharest to Athens?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Bucharest to Athens by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Bucharest to Athens?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Bucharest to Athens (average of $50). Flying from Bucharest to Athens in August is currently the most expensive (average of $94). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 3 airlines flying from Bucharest to Athens

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Bucharest to Athens. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 4, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Wizz AirCheapest$64Average$127FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
TAROMCheapest$90Average$152FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time86%
Aegean AirlinesCheapest$108Average$209FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time87%

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