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837 € Cheap Flights from Melbourne (MELA) to Bucharest (BUCH)

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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Melbourne to Bucharest? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from 1.333 €. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Bucharest.837 € per passenger.Departing Sun, 1 Feb, returning Sun, 8 Feb.Return flight with Scoot and Pegasus Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Sun, 1 Feb, arriving in Bucharest Baneasa.Inbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Bucharest Otopeni on Sun, 8 Feb, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From 837 €, select.
Bucharest.851 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 2 Mar, returning Tue, 10 Mar.Return flight with VietJet Air and Animawings.Outbound indirect flight with VietJet Air, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Mon, 2 Mar, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Inbound indirect flight with Animawings, departs from Bucharest Otopeni on Tue, 10 Mar, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From 851 €, select.
Bucharest.861 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 31 Jan, returning Mon, 9 Feb.Return flight with Scoot and Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Sat, 31 Jan, arriving in Bucharest Baneasa.Inbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Bucharest Otopeni on Mon, 9 Feb, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From 861 €, select.
Bucharest.933 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 12 Nov, returning Wed, 19 Nov.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Wed, 12 Nov, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Bucharest Otopeni on Wed, 19 Nov, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From 933 €, select.
Bucharest.1.005 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 29 Apr, returning Wed, 6 May.Return flight with Qantas and British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Wed, 29 Apr, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Inbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Bucharest Otopeni on Wed, 6 May, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From 1.005 €, select.
Bucharest.1.021 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 18 Feb, returning Thu, 16 Apr.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Wed, 18 Feb, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Bucharest Otopeni on Thu, 16 Apr, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From 1.021 €, select.
Bucharest.1.050 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 14 Feb, returning Fri, 20 Mar.Return flight with Qantas and British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Sat, 14 Feb, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Inbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Bucharest Otopeni on Fri, 20 Mar, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From 1.050 €, select.
Bucharest.1.120 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 29 Jun, returning Tue, 28 Jul.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Mon, 29 Jun, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Bucharest Otopeni on Tue, 28 Jul, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From 1.120 €, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne to Bucharest

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Melbourne to Bucharest flights are currently cheapest in February.
Nov
from 933 €
Dec
from 1.333 €
Jan
from 1.290 €
Feb
from 837 €
Mar
from 851 €
Apr
from 1.120 €
May
from 1.130 €
Jun
from 1.290 €
Jul
from 1.126 €
Aug
from 1.282 €
Sep
from 1.262 €
Oct
from 1.339 €

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Melbourne to Bucharest: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found837 €
Cheapest month to flyFebruary

Finding cheap flights from Melbourne to Bucharest: Frequently asked questions

There's one airport in Bucharest: Bucharest Otopeni.
The best price we found for a return flight from Melbourne to Bucharest is 837 €. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Melbourne to Bucharest. But we found flights with one or more stops from 837 €.
As of November 2025, there are no flights flying from Melbourne to Bucharest.
The cheapest month to fly from Melbourne to Bucharest is usually February.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Melbourne to Bucharest on Sunday, 1 February 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Melbourne and Bucharest. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Bucharest but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Bucharest is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In November, the average temperature is usually around 6°C. July is typically the warmest month in Bucharest, when it usually averages around 31°C. You can expect the least rain in February. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging -5°C. The rainiest month is June.
The cheapest airline that flies to Bucharest is Scoot .

Flying from Melbourne to Bucharest: what you need to know

  • Melbourne's main base, Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL), is where countless incredible trips begin. Explore the departure options from here when planning your flight from Melbourne to Bucharest.

  • Hop off the plane at Bucharest's chief entry point, Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP).

  • Bucharest's timezone is UTC+2, which makes Bucharest nine hours behind Melbourne.

  • For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. That way, you can comfortably board your Melbourne to Bucharest flight.

  • You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.

How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Bucharest

  • To pick up cheap Melbourne to Bucharest flights, book ahead. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when tickets first go on sale.

  • Getting cheap plane tickets from Melbourne to Bucharest is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest prices across the month and land a great deal.

  • Save time looking for cheap flights from Melbourne to Bucharest by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.

  • Find a cheap Melbourne to Bucharest flight with the help of our filters. Select your ideal times, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.

Flying from Melbourne

Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)

  • Finding a stopover on your Melbourne to Bucharest flight is easy. Whether you'd like to potentially save on your fare or break up your trip, just deselect 'Direct flights only' to browse your options. A key stop when departing from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is Dubai Airport (DXB).

  • Located around 19 kilometres from central Melbourne, MEL can be reached in about 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport will take roughly 40 minutes.

  • Want a handy hotel near Melbourne Tullamarine Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Melbourne to Bucharest, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure lounge:

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, data shows 67.71% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.

Arriving in Bucharest

Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)

  • The distance from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) to central Bucharest is roughly 14 kilometres. It takes about 35 minutes to get to the centre driving.

  • It typically takes 1 hour 35 minutes to get there when travelling by public transport.

  • The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Melbourne to Bucharest. Book one of these accommodation options near OTP instead:

  • Get your adventure underway by picking up a Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Klass Wagen, Pricecarz or Surprice and explore beyond Bucharest's usual tourist stops.

  • Lock in the best rate by booking your vehicle from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport around one week in advance of your trip.

Best time to go to Bucharest

  • It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Melbourne to Bucharest. July is the most popular month to visit Bucharest. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in April.

  • Book a Melbourne to Bucharest ticket departing in August if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Bucharest to range from 17ºC (63ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).

  • Look for cheap flights from Melbourne to Bucharest in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -9ºC (16ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) on average.

More about Bucharest

  • Once you've booked your flight from Melbourne to Bucharest, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring Bucharest:

  • There are so many things to explore in this city it can be difficult to know where to start. Museum of the Palace of the Parliament, Old Town and The Revolution Square Fountain are top sights which should feature on any good Bucharest itinerary.

Explore more of Romania

  • Bucharest has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Romania you'll want to see. About 322 kilometres north of Bucharest, a trip to Iasi will keep your itinerary packed. Start with attractions like Palace of Culture, Saint Nicholas Church and Golia Monastery.

  • If there's time to check out another major stop in Romania, head for Cluj-Napoca, about 322 kilometres north-west of Bucharest. St. Michael's Church, Hoia Baciu Forest and Banffy Palace are among its highlights.

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