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$279+ Cheap flights from San Diego (SAN) 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 10/22. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — BUH
oct. 16 — oct. 231
jue. 10/16
jue. 10/23
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Cheap flight deals from San Diego to Bucharest

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Diego (SAN) to Bucharest (BUH). 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 septiembre 16, 2025.

Round-trip from

$542
(British Airways)

One-way from

$279
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$755
From San Diego to Bucharest (BUH)
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Cheapest flights from San Diego to Bucharest
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Diego to Bucharest. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on septiembre 16, 2025.

This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 11/96:00 pmSAN - OTP
1 stop19h 45mBritish Airways
mar. 11/184:40 pmOTP - SAN
1 stop33h 30mBritish Airways
Deal found 9/15$542
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 11/115:35 pmSAN - OTP
1 stop21h 30mLufthansa
mié. 11/196:05 amOTP - SAN
2 stops21h 19mLufthansa
Deal found 9/15$556
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 11/102:16 pmSAN - OTP
2 stops18h 19mLufthansa
mié. 11/196:05 amOTP - SAN
2 stops21h 19mLufthansa
Deal found 9/15$560
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 11/86:10 pmSAN - OTP
2 stops38h 15mAir Canada
mié. 11/196:05 amOTP - SAN
2 stops21h 19mAir Canada
Deal found 9/15$561
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 11/1011:02 amSAN - OTP
2 stops21h 33mUnited Airlines
vie. 11/215:55 amOTP - SAN
2 stops28h 18mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/15$563
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 11/912:25 pmSAN - OTP
2 stops44h 10mAir Canada
mié. 11/196:05 amOTP - SAN
2 stops21h 19mAir Canada
Deal found 9/15$564
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 11/810:30 pmSAN - OTP
2 stops29h 35mUnited Airlines
mar. 11/185:55 amOTP - SAN
2 stops24h 38mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/15$567
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 11/102:16 pmSAN - OTP
2 stops18h 19mLufthansa
jue. 11/206:05 amOTP - SAN
1 stop19h 40mLufthansa
Deal found 9/15$571
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
mar. 10/75:15 pmSAN - OTP
1 stop21h 40mMultiple Airlines
mar. 10/146:30 amOTP - SAN
2 stops26h 14mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/14$582
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 United is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 11/265:35 pmSAN - OTP
1 stop21h 30mMultiple Airlines
lun. 12/12:50 pmOTP - SAN
2 stops41h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/14$585
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 11/136:00 pmSAN - OTP
1 stop15h 30mBritish Airways
jue. 11/208:00 amOTP - SAN
1 stop18h 10mBritish Airways
Deal found 9/15$593

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Diego 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 septiembre 16, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Diego to Bucharest that are best for you.

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San Diego

Fly to

Bucharest

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San DiegoBucharest

SAN - OTP

SANOTP

San Diego

mié. 11/12

6:00 pm-3:45 pm

1 stop35h 45m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

lun. 11/17

4:00 pm-4:10 pm

1 stop34h 10m

$542

San DiegoBucharest

SAN - OTP

SANOTP

San Diego

mar. 11/11

6:00 pm-10:55 pm

1 stop18h 55m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

vie. 11/21

8:00 am-4:10 pm

1 stop18h 10m

$542

San DiegoBucharest

SAN - OTP

SANOTP

San Diego

mar. 11/11

6:00 pm-10:55 pm

1 stop18h 55m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

mar. 11/18

8:00 am-4:10 pm

1 stop18h 10m

$542

San DiegoBucharest

SAN - OTP

SANOTP

San Diego

mié. 11/12

6:00 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop19h 30m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

jue. 11/20

4:35 pm-4:10 pm

1 stop33h 35m

$542

San DiegoBucharest

SAN - OTP

SANOTP

San Diego

dom. 11/9

6:00 pm-11:45 pm

1 stop19h 45m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

vie. 11/21

8:00 am-4:10 pm

1 stop18h 10m

$542

San DiegoBucharest

SAN - OTP

SANOTP

San Diego

mar. 11/11

5:35 pm-1:05 am

1 stop21h 30m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

mié. 11/19

6:05 am-5:24 pm

2 stops21h 19m

$556

San DiegoBucharest

SAN - OTP

SANOTP

San Diego

mié. 11/12

5:35 pm-6:35 pm

1 stop15h 00m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

mié. 11/19

6:05 am-5:24 pm

2 stops21h 19m

$556

San DiegoBucharest

SAN - OTP

SANOTP

San Diego

lun. 11/10

11:02 am-6:35 pm

2 stops21h 33m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

vie. 11/21

5:55 am-12:13 am

2 stops28h 18m

$563

San DiegoBucharest

SAN - OTP

SANOTP

San Diego

lun. 11/10

2:16 pm-6:35 pm

2 stops18h 19m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

jue. 11/20

5:50 am-6:50 pm

2 stops23h 00m

$563

San DiegoBucharest

SAN - OTP

SANOTP

San Diego

dom. 11/9

12:25 pm-6:35 pm

2 stops44h 10m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

mié. 11/19

6:05 am-5:24 pm

2 stops21h 19m

$564

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

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

Find hourly flight availability from San Diego 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 septiembre 16, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from San Diego to Bucharest at noon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 31% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

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Reviews of airlines servicing Bucharest

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Bucharest. 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 Bucharest. Reviews last updated septiembre 16, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Lufthansa and British Airways from San Diego to Bucharest to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,407 reviews

Boarding

7.0

Crew

7.6

Entertainment

6.4

Overall

6.8

Food

6.3

Comfort

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

SFO - FRA

Convenient flight to my destination. Good entertainment options on board. I was seated close to some people who had noisy children which made sleeping a bit challenging.
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,407 reviews
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,407 reviews

Boarding

7.0

Crew

7.6

Entertainment

6.4

Overall

6.8

Food

6.3

Comfort

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

SFO - FRA

Convenient flight to my destination. Good entertainment options on board. I was seated close to some people who had noisy children which made sleeping a bit challenging.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,363 reviews
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,407 reviews

Boarding

7.0

Crew

7.6

Entertainment

6.4

Overall

6.8

Food

6.3

Comfort

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

SFO - FRA

Convenient flight to my destination. Good entertainment options on board. I was seated close to some people who had noisy children which made sleeping a bit challenging.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Diego to Bucharest. 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 from for flights from San Diego to Bucharest?

    Most people fly from San Diego (SAN) if they book a flight from San Diego to Bucharest. On average, San Diego has 0 outbound flights to Bucharest per day from 2 airlines. San Diego is conveniently located just 2.6 mi from San Diego’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from San Diego to Bucharest?

    British Airways can get you from San Diego to Bucharest in just under 35h 45m. Your travel time can differ by up to . The distance between San Diego and Bucharest is about 6614 mi.

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

    Flying on British Airways is currently your cheapest option to Bucharest, with prices starting at $643. Another option worth looking into is Lufthansa, starting at $651 round trip. British Airways is priced at 36% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from San Diego to Bucharest?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Diego 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 San Diego to Bucharest?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Bucharest (average of $604). Flying from San Diego 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 2 airlines flying from San Diego to Bucharest

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from San Diego 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 septiembre 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
British AirwaysCheapest$643Average$920FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
LufthansaCheapest$651Average$1,042FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%

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