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$341+ 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 9/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
WAS — BUH
Jun 15 — Jun 221
Mon 6/15
Mon 6/22
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Bucharest

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 May 16, 2026.

This Austrian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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 Austrian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/95:45 pm
IAD
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OTP
1 stop14h 25m
Austrian Airlines
Wed 9/233:55 pm
OTP
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IAD
1 stop29h 05m
Austrian Airlines
Deal found 5/11$585
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/271:20 pm
IAD
-
OTP
1 stop23h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Thu 11/199:50 pm
OTP
-
IAD
1 stop28h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 5/13$666
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/109:45 pm
IAD
-
OTP
1 stop27h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Thu 9/173:55 pm
OTP
-
IAD
1 stop34h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 5/13$670
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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.
Mon 8/311:20 pm
IAD
-
OTP
2 stops19h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Fri 9/119:30 am
OTP
-
IAD
1 stop17h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 5/11$678
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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 9/139:45 pm
IAD
-
OTP
2 stops34h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Sun 9/273:55 pm
OTP
-
IAD
1 stop26h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 5/12$679
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/141:20 pm
IAD
-
OTP
2 stops19h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 9/287:35 am
OTP
-
IAD
1 stop19h 15m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 5/13$682
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/14. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/151:20 pm
IAD
-
OTP
1 stop18h 15m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 9/2912:55 pm
OTP
-
IAD
1 stop29h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 5/14$690
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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 10/49:45 pm
IAD
-
OTP
1 stop31h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 10/193:55 pm
OTP
-
IAD
1 stop34h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 5/12$702
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/16. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/259:45 pm
IAD
-
OTP
1 stop15h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 9/83:55 pm
OTP
-
IAD
1 stop26h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 5/16$710
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/16. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/262:59 pm
DCA
-
OTP
2 stops16h 36m
British Airways
Fri 9/48:15 am
OTP
-
DCA
2 stops19h 39m
British Airways
Deal found 5/16$741
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. 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 11/43:59 pm
DCA
-
OTP
2 stops16h 46m
British Airways
Sun 11/157:35 am
OTP
-
DCA
2 stops19h 25m
British Airways
Deal found 5/13$744
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/108:35 pm
BWI
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OTP
1 stop19h 20m
British Airways
Tue 11/244:40 pm
OTP
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BWI
1 stop33h 05m
British Airways
Deal found 5/13$751

Find flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Bucharest

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 May 16, 2026.

Most accurate provider

Ovago
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Ovago
3 stars

Round-trip from

$585
(Austrian Airlines)

One-way from

$341
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$975
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
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 May 16, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Washington, D.C. to Bucharest that are best for you.

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Cheapest round-trip

Washington, D.C.Bucharest

IAD - OTP

IADOTP

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 9/9

5:45 pm-3:10 pm

1 stop14h 25m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Wed 9/23

3:55 pm-2:00 pm

1 stop29h 05m

$585

Washington, D.C.Bucharest

IAD - OTP

IADOTP

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 8/30

9:45 pm-3:40 pm

2 stops34h 55m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Thu 9/10

1:25 pm-11:35 am

1 stop29h 10m

$730

Washington, D.C.Bucharest

IAD - OTP

IADOTP

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 9/9

12:30 pm-12:45 pm

2 stops17h 15m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Wed 9/23

7:05 am-5:58 pm

2 stops17h 53m

$783

Washington, D.C.Bucharest

IAD - OTP

IADOTP

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 8/13

11:10 am-1:40 pm

2 stops19h 30m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Thu 8/27

7:05 am-3:35 pm

1 stop15h 30m

$823

BaltimoreBucharest

BWI - OTP

BWIOTP

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 8/26

7:25 pm-12:20 am

1 stop21h 55m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Fri 9/4

8:15 am-7:40 pm

1 stop18h 25m

$825

BaltimoreBucharest

BWI - OTP

BWIOTP

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 8/26

7:25 pm-2:35 pm

1 stop12h 10m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Thu 9/3

8:15 am-7:40 pm

1 stop18h 25m

$825

Washington, D.C.Bucharest

DCA - OTP

DCAOTP

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 10/13

2:55 pm-3:25 pm

2 stops17h 30m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Tue 10/27

8:00 am-7:15 pm

2 stops17h 15m

$840

Washington, D.C.Bucharest

DCA - OTP

DCAOTP

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 10/14

2:55 pm-2:35 pm

2 stops16h 40m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Wed 10/28

8:05 am-7:15 pm

2 stops17h 10m

$841

BaltimoreBucharest

BWI - OTP

BWIOTP

Baltimore/Washington

Thu 9/10

10:40 am-12:25 pm

2 stops18h 45m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Thu 9/17

6:05 am-5:29 pm

2 stops18h 24m

$856

Washington, D.C.Bucharest

DCA - OTP

DCAOTP

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 10/4

12:00 pm-12:45 pm

2 stops17h 45m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Mon 10/19

7:05 am-5:30 pm

2 stops17h 25m

$859

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Compare providers for flights from Washington, D.C. to Bucharest

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 Washington, D.C. to Bucharest in May.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
OvagoPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*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 Washington, D.C.-Bucharest flights, users find the pricing of Ovago to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. Ovago Users can find the same prices on Washington, D.C.-Bucharest flight deals on Cheapflights vs. Ovago >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Washington, D.C.-Bucharest flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Washington, D.C.-Bucharest flights, Cheapflights users trust Ovago the most. Ovago 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 Washington, D.C.-Bucharest 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 Washington, D.C. to Bucharest

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

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?

The best time to book flights from Washington, D.C. to Bucharest is 84 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, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Bucharest (average of $263). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Bucharest in September is currently the most expensive (average of $546). 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.

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 99% 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.

Vienna (VIE) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $622.

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 Vienna (VIE) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 2h 25m.

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 May 16, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Air France,Turkish Airlines, andUnited 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.
Air France
7.4
Good
1,586 reviews

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Grace,Apr 2026

JFK - CDG

Leg room was a bit tight and I had a hard time recovering a lost item but otherwise, great flight.
Air France
7.4
Good
1,586 reviews
Air France
7.4
Good
1,586 reviews

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Grace,Apr 2026

JFK - CDG

Leg room was a bit tight and I had a hard time recovering a lost item but otherwise, great flight.
Turkish Airlines
7.4
Good
4,370 reviews
Air France
7.4
Good
1,586 reviews

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Grace,Apr 2026

JFK - CDG

Leg room was a bit tight and I had a hard time recovering a lost item but otherwise, great flight.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,730 reviews
Air France
7.4
Good
1,586 reviews

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Grace,Apr 2026

JFK - CDG

Leg room was a bit tight and I had a hard time recovering a lost item but otherwise, great flight.
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
8,004 reviews
Air France
7.4
Good
1,586 reviews

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Grace,Apr 2026

JFK - CDG

Leg room was a bit tight and I had a hard time recovering a lost item but otherwise, great flight.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,982 reviews
Air France
7.4
Good
1,586 reviews

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Grace,Apr 2026

JFK - CDG

Leg room was a bit tight and I had a hard time recovering a lost item but otherwise, great flight.

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?

    Austrian Airlines, Turkish Airlines, and Delta can get you from Washington, D.C. to Bucharest in just under 14h 25m. Your travel time can differ by up to 20h 30m. There are 4962 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 British Airways is currently your cheapest option to Bucharest, with prices starting at $344. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by United Airlines and Turkish Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $514 and $549, respectively. British Airways is 61% 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 Baltimore/Washington - Bucharest Otopeni Intl or Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - 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, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Bucharest (average of $263). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Bucharest in September is currently the most expensive (average of $546). 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 7 airlines flying from Washington, D.C. to Bucharest

Discover the top 7 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 May 16, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
British AirwaysCheapest$344Average$889FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
United AirlinesCheapest$514Average$895FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$549Average$654FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Air FranceCheapest$592Average$779FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
LufthansaCheapest$609Average$1,035FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Austrian AirlinesCheapest$622Average$1,144FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
DeltaCheapest$629Average$679FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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