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$216+ Cheap flights from California to Bucharest (BUH)

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 10/13. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — BUH
Oct 17 — Oct 241
Fri 10/17
Fri 10/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from California to Bucharest

Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to Bucharest flight deals. Data was last updated September 17, 2025.

Round-trip from

$478
(Air France)

One-way from

$216
(Mytrip)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$709
From California to Bucharest (BUH)
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price ($75 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flights from California to Bucharest
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to Bucharest. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 17, 2025.

This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 Air France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/2911:36 amONT - OTP
2 stops19h 14mAir France
Tue 11/118:40 amOTP - ONT
2 stops24h 24mAir France
Deal found 9/16$478
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/2811:36 amONT - OTP
2 stops26h 14mDelta
Tue 11/116:05 amOTP - ONT
2 stops26h 50mDelta
Deal found 9/16$486
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/73:10 pmSNA - OTP
2 stops35h 00mDelta
Fri 1/166:05 amOTP - SNA
2 stops38h 06mDelta
Deal found 9/17$487
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/73:10 pmSNA - OTP
2 stops35h 00mDelta
Thu 1/156:05 amOTP - SNA
2 stops26h 14mDelta
Deal found 9/17$488
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/61:40 pmBUR - OTP
2 stops60h 30mDelta
Tue 1/136:00 amOTP - BUR
2 stops25h 52mDelta
Deal found 9/17$489
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/73:10 pmSNA - OTP
2 stops35h 00mDelta
Mon 1/121:55 pmOTP - SNA
2 stops42h 04mDelta
Deal found 9/17$489
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/2711:48 amONT - OTP
2 stops18h 37mMultiple Airlines
Tue 11/118:40 amOTP - ONT
2 stops24h 24mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/16$491
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/64:55 pmBUR - OTP
2 stops57h 15mDelta
Fri 1/166:05 amOTP - BUR
2 stops40h 26mDelta
Deal found 9/17$493
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/711:48 amONT - OTP
2 stops19h 32mDelta
Fri 1/166:05 amOTP - ONT
2 stops43h 15mDelta
Deal found 9/17$499
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/811:05 amSNA - OTP
2 stops20h 15mDelta
Thu 1/156:05 amOTP - SNA
2 stops20h 27mDelta
Deal found 9/17$499
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/77:35 amONT - OTP
2 stops23h 45mDelta
Tue 1/136:00 amOTP - ONT
2 stops20h 19mDelta
Deal found 9/17$500
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/114:55 pmBUR - OTP
2 stops58h 05mDelta
Thu 1/151:55 pmOTP - BUR
2 stops54h 04mDelta
Deal found 9/17$500

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Customize your flight search to find flights from California to Bucharest 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 September 17, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Bucharest that are best for you.

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Fly to

Bucharest

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Depart

Return

Price

Santa AnaBucharest

SNA - OTP

SNAOTP

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 10/7

3:10 pm-12:10 pm

2 stops35h 00m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Thu 1/15

6:05 am-10:19 pm

2 stops26h 14m

$488

BurbankBucharest

BUR - OTP

BUROTP

Burbank Bob Hope

Tue 10/7

9:40 am-12:10 pm

2 stops40h 30m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Thu 1/15

1:55 pm-9:52 pm

2 stops41h 57m

$489

BurbankBucharest

BUR - OTP

BUROTP

Burbank Bob Hope

Tue 10/7

7:00 am-12:10 pm

2 stops43h 10m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Mon 1/12

1:55 pm-9:59 am

2 stops54h 04m

$489

BurbankBucharest

BUR - OTP

BUROTP

Burbank Bob Hope

Mon 10/6

1:40 pm-12:10 pm

2 stops60h 30m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Wed 1/14

1:55 pm-4:22 pm

2 stops36h 27m

$489

BurbankBucharest

BUR - OTP

BUROTP

Burbank Bob Hope

Mon 10/6

1:40 pm-12:10 pm

2 stops60h 30m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Tue 1/13

6:00 am-9:52 pm

2 stops25h 52m

$489

BurbankBucharest

BUR - OTP

BUROTP

Burbank Bob Hope

Mon 10/6

4:55 pm-12:10 pm

2 stops57h 15m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Mon 1/12

1:55 pm-4:22 pm

2 stops36h 27m

$489

OntarioBucharest

ONT - OTP

ONTOTP

Ontario

Mon 10/27

9:50 am-3:25 pm

2 stops20h 35m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Wed 11/12

8:40 am-11:04 pm

2 stops24h 24m

$491

OntarioBucharest

ONT - OTP

ONTOTP

Ontario

Mon 10/27

11:48 am-3:25 pm

2 stops18h 37m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Tue 11/11

8:40 am-11:04 pm

2 stops24h 24m

$491

OntarioBucharest

ONT - OTP

ONTOTP

Ontario

Tue 1/13

3:00 pm-10:55 pm

2 stops21h 55m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Tue 1/27

8:00 am-10:02 pm

2 stops24h 02m

$493

Las VegasBucharest

LAS - OTP

LASOTP

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Mon 10/27

3:36 pm-6:35 pm

2 stops17h 59m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Wed 11/5

6:05 am-12:00 pm

1 stop15h 55m

$557

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

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Bucharest (average of $604). Flying from California to Bucharest in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,132). 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 CA to BUH?

Find hourly flight availability from California to Bucharest. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated September 17, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from California to Bucharest as you normally would.

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Related info for your journey

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

  • How long is the flight from California to Bucharest?

    A quick flight from California to Bucharest can take about 17h 59m. Delta provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $557. California and Bucharest are separated by a distance of 6355 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $384 on British Airways. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include United Airlines from $411 and Delta from $478 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from California to Bucharest?

    While some choose either San Francisco - Bucharest Otopeni Intl or Ontario - Bucharest Otopeni Intl, Los Angeles - Bucharest Otopeni Intl is the most popular route from California to Bucharest.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from California to Bucharest 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 California to Bucharest?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Bucharest (average of $604). Flying from California to Bucharest in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,132). 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 10 airlines flying from California to Bucharest

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from California to Bucharest. 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 September 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
LufthansaCheapest$442Average$958FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest$481Average$648FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
SWISSCheapest$494Average$841FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
British AirwaysCheapest$499Average$830FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
American AirlinesCheapest$502Average$704FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
LOTCheapest$507Average$732FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
United AirlinesCheapest$527Average$1,040FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Air FranceCheapest$550Average$790FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
KLMCheapest$552Average$966FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$571Average$693FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%

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