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$224+ Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. (WAS) 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.
WAS — BUH
Oct 14 — Oct 211
Tue 10/14
Tue 10/21
1 adult, Economy
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Washington, D.C. (WAS) 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 September 14, 2025.

Round-trip from

$553
(British Airways)

One-way from

$224
(Mytrip)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$710
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Cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to Bucharest
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Washington, D.C. to Bucharest. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 14, 2025.

This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/299:35 pmBWI - OTP
1 stop12h 10mBritish Airways
Wed 11/58:05 amOTP - BWI
1 stop17h 40mBritish Airways
Deal found 9/13$553
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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.
Wed 10/296:15 amBWI - OTP
2 stops25h 45mUnited Airlines
Wed 11/56:05 amOTP - BWI
2 stops18h 09mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/13$575
This Ovago 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/199:35 pmBWI - OTP
1 stop20h 10mBritish Airways
Tue 11/44:40 pmOTP - BWI
1 stop33h 05mBritish Airways
Deal found 9/14$577
This Gotogate 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/79:35 amIAD - OTP
2 stops20h 25mMultiple Airlines
Tue 10/286:30 amOTP - IAD
1 stop17h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/14$601
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/12. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/129:40 pmIAD - OTP
1 stop27h 30mTurkish Airlines
Sun 10/199:35 amOTP - IAD
1 stop33h 10mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 9/12$602
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/12. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/221:30 pmIAD - OTP
1 stop18h 05mTurkish Airlines
Wed 10/83:55 pmOTP - IAD
1 stop26h 50mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 9/12$603
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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.
Sun 11/28:35 pmBWI - OTP
1 stop20h 10mBritish Airways
Sun 11/167:35 amOTP - BWI
1 stop18h 10mBritish Airways
Deal found 9/13$603
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.
Wed 10/88:45 pmIAD - OTP
1 stop11h 35mMultiple Airlines
Fri 10/246:35 amOTP - IAD
1 stop15h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/14$606
This Mytrip 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/152:25 pmIAD - OTP
2 stops19h 25mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/294:35 pmOTP - IAD
1 stop31h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/14$607
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/12. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/248:45 pmIAD - OTP
1 stop11h 35mMultiple Airlines
Wed 11/56:05 amOTP - IAD
2 stops17h 16mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/12$608
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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.
Tue 10/149:35 pmBWI - OTP
1 stop20h 50mBritish Airways
Tue 10/288:00 amOTP - BWI
1 stop17h 45mBritish Airways
Deal found 9/13$608
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/12. 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.
Sat 11/15:50 pmIAD - OTP
2 stops38h 15mUnited Airlines
Sat 11/155:55 amOTP - IAD
2 stops21h 59mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/12$610

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Washington, D.C. 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 14, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Washington, D.C. to Bucharest that are best for you.

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Washington, D.C.

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Bucharest

Route

Depart

Return

Price

BaltimoreBucharest

BWI - OTP

BWIOTP

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 2/11

8:35 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop19h 55m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Wed 2/25

8:05 am-6:45 pm

1 stop17h 40m

$553

BaltimoreBucharest

BWI - OTP

BWIOTP

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 1/14

8:35 pm-3:45 pm

1 stop12h 10m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Wed 1/28

8:05 am-6:45 pm

1 stop17h 40m

$553

BaltimoreBucharest

BWI - OTP

BWIOTP

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 10/29

9:35 pm-3:45 pm

1 stop12h 10m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Wed 11/5

8:05 am-6:45 pm

1 stop17h 40m

$553

BaltimoreBucharest

BWI - OTP

BWIOTP

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 10/29

5:12 pm-6:40 pm

2 stops19h 28m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Wed 11/5

6:05 am-9:24 pm

3 stops22h 19m

$579

Washington, D.C.Bucharest

IAD - OTP

IADOTP

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 3/9

2:30 pm-2:10 pm

1 stop17h 40m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Sat 3/21

10:10 am-8:15 pm

1 stop16h 05m

$602

Washington, D.C.Bucharest

IAD - OTP

IADOTP

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 3/12

9:30 pm-3:50 pm

1 stop12h 20m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Thu 3/26

5:50 am-4:13 pm

2 stops16h 23m

$603

BaltimoreBucharest

BWI - OTP

BWIOTP

Baltimore/Washington

Thu 3/12

9:35 pm-3:45 pm

1 stop12h 10m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Thu 3/26

8:00 am-7:45 pm

1 stop17h 45m

$603

BaltimoreBucharest

BWI - OTP

BWIOTP

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 2/25

8:35 pm-8:00 pm

1 stop16h 25m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Sun 3/1

7:35 am-6:45 pm

1 stop18h 10m

$603

BaltimoreBucharest

BWI - OTP

BWIOTP

Baltimore/Washington

Thu 11/6

8:35 pm-7:30 pm

1 stop15h 55m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Thu 11/20

8:00 am-6:45 pm

1 stop17h 45m

$603

BaltimoreBucharest

BWI - OTP

BWIOTP

Baltimore/Washington

Sun 1/11

8:35 pm-11:45 pm

1 stop20h 10m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Sun 1/25

7:35 am-6:45 pm

1 stop18h 10m

$603

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Best time to book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Bucharest

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Washington, D.C. to Bucharest

How far ahead should I book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Bucharest?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Washington, D.C. to Bucharest. Price data was last updated on September 12, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Washington, D.C. to Bucharest is 47 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Bucharest?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Bucharest (average of $604). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Bucharest in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,130). 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 WAS to BUH?

Find hourly flight availability from Washington, D.C. 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 14, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Washington, D.C. to Bucharest in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 30% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Washington, D.C. to Bucharest?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Washington, D.C. to Bucharest. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Washington, D.C. to Bucharest flight should consider departing on Monday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Washington, D.C. to Bucharest?

What’s the top layover airport for flights from Washington, D.C. to Bucharest?

Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from Washington, D.C. to Bucharest chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.

Istanbul (IST) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 95% of 1-stop itineraries from Washington, D.C. to Bucharest on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from Washington, D.C. to Bucharest?

Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from Washington, D.C. to Bucharest, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.

Amsterdam (AMS) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $495.

What’s the fastest layover option from Washington, D.C. to Bucharest?

Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from Washington, D.C. to Bucharest, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.

Flights via Vienna (VIE) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 12h 00m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Washington, D.C. to Bucharest?

Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from Washington, D.C. to Bucharest, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Amsterdam (AMS) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 2h 20m.

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 September 14, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with KLM, United Airlines, and Turkish Airlines from Washington, D.C. to Bucharest have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,385 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Mark,Sep 2025

AMS - BHX

Crew and snacks were good, boarding wasn't great as busses were used rather than boarding tunnels. Also endured a one hour delay.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,385 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,385 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Mark,Sep 2025

AMS - BHX

Crew and snacks were good, boarding wasn't great as busses were used rather than boarding tunnels. Also endured a one hour delay.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,931 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,385 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Mark,Sep 2025

AMS - BHX

Crew and snacks were good, boarding wasn't great as busses were used rather than boarding tunnels. Also endured a one hour delay.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,968 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,385 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Mark,Sep 2025

AMS - BHX

Crew and snacks were good, boarding wasn't great as busses were used rather than boarding tunnels. Also endured a one hour delay.
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,409 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,385 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Mark,Sep 2025

AMS - BHX

Crew and snacks were good, boarding wasn't great as busses were used rather than boarding tunnels. Also endured a one hour delay.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,361 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,385 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Mark,Sep 2025

AMS - BHX

Crew and snacks were good, boarding wasn't great as busses were used rather than boarding tunnels. Also endured a one hour delay.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C. to Bucharest?

    British Airways, United Airlines, and Turkish Airlines can get you from Washington, D.C. to Bucharest in just under 12h 10m. Your travel time can differ by up to 13h 35m. There are 4920 mi between Washington, D.C. and Bucharest. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Washington, D.C. to Bucharest round-trip?

    Flying on Scandinavian Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Bucharest, with prices starting at $446. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by KLM and SWISS, with the lowest prices starting at $483 and $557, respectively. Scandinavian Airlines is 44% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the most popular routes from Washington, D.C. to Bucharest?

    The most popular route from Washington, D.C. to Bucharest is Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Bucharest Otopeni Intl. You may also consider Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - Bucharest Otopeni Intl or Baltimore/Washington - Bucharest Otopeni Intl.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Washington, D.C. to Bucharest that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Bucharest?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Washington, D.C. to Bucharest?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C. to Bucharest?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Bucharest (average of $604). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Bucharest in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,130). 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 9 airlines flying from Washington, D.C. to Bucharest

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from Washington, D.C. 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 14, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest$446Average$628FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
KLMCheapest$483Average$732FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
SWISSCheapest$557Average$817FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$561Average$674FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
DeltaCheapest$585Average$723FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Air FranceCheapest$599Average$861FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
LufthansaCheapest$619Average$1,025FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
United AirlinesCheapest$622Average$954FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
British AirwaysCheapest$660Average$839FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%

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