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138 € Cheap Flights from Zurich to Bucharest

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Bucharest.138 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 15 Nov, returning Wed, 19 Nov.Return flight with Vueling Airlines and Wizz Air Malta.Outbound indirect flight with Vueling Airlines, departs from Zurich on Sat, 15 Nov, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Inbound indirect flight with Wizz Air Malta, departs from Bucharest Otopeni on Wed, 19 Nov, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From 138 €, select.
Bucharest.148 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 19 Mar, returning Sun, 22 Mar.Return flight with SWISS.Outbound direct flight with SWISS departs from Zurich on Thu, 19 Mar, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Inbound direct flight with SWISS departs from Bucharest Otopeni on Sun, 22 Mar, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From 148 €, select.
Bucharest.150 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 13 Oct, returning Wed, 15 Oct.Return flight with easyJet and Wizz Air Malta.Outbound indirect flight with easyJet, departs from Zurich on Mon, 13 Oct, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Inbound indirect flight with Wizz Air Malta, departs from Bucharest Otopeni on Wed, 15 Oct, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From 150 €, select.
Bucharest.162 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 15 Nov, returning Wed, 19 Nov.Return flight with SWISS.Outbound direct flight with SWISS departs from Zurich on Sat, 15 Nov, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Inbound direct flight with SWISS departs from Bucharest Otopeni on Wed, 19 Nov, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From 162 €, select.
Bucharest.164 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 27 Nov, returning Fri, 5 Dec.Return flight with SWISS.Outbound direct flight with SWISS departs from Zurich on Thu, 27 Nov, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Inbound direct flight with SWISS departs from Bucharest Otopeni on Fri, 5 Dec, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From 164 €, select.
Bucharest.164 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 13 Feb, returning Mon, 16 Feb.Return flight with SWISS.Outbound direct flight with SWISS departs from Zurich on Fri, 13 Feb, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Inbound direct flight with SWISS departs from Bucharest Otopeni on Mon, 16 Feb, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From 164 €, select.
Bucharest.164 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 4 Dec, returning Mon, 8 Dec.Return flight with SWISS.Outbound direct flight with SWISS departs from Zurich on Thu, 4 Dec, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Inbound direct flight with SWISS departs from Bucharest Otopeni on Mon, 8 Dec, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From 164 €, select.
Bucharest.164 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 7 Jan, returning Wed, 28 Jan.Return flight with SWISS.Outbound direct flight with SWISS departs from Zurich on Wed, 7 Jan, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Inbound direct flight with SWISS departs from Bucharest Otopeni on Wed, 28 Jan, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From 164 €, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Zurich to Bucharest

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Zurich to Bucharest flights are currently cheapest in November.
Sep
from 188 €
Oct
from 150 €
Nov
from 138 €
Dec
from 164 €
Jan
from 164 €
Feb
from 164 €
Mar
from 148 €
Apr
from 168 €
May
from 168 €
Jun
from 193 €
Jul
from 209 €
Aug
from 243 €

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Zurich to Bucharest: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found138 €
Cheapest month to flyNovember
Average flight time2 hrs, 20 mins
Most popular airlineSWISS
Average flights per week35

Finding cheap flights from Zurich to Bucharest: Frequently asked questions

There's one airport in Bucharest: Bucharest Otopeni.
The best price we found for a return flight from Zurich to Bucharest is 138 €. 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.
2 hours and 20 minutes is the average flight time from Zurich to Bucharest.
SWISS, airBaltic and Air Canada fly direct from Zurich to Bucharest.
As of September 2025, there are 35 flights per week flying from Zurich to Bucharest.
The cheapest month to fly from Zurich to Bucharest is usually November.
If you're flying from Zurich Airport, the cheapest airport near Bucharest is Bucharest Otopeni – which is 14.8 km away from the centre of Bucharest. We've found flights into this airport from 138 €.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Zurich Airport to Bucharest on Saturday, 15 November 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 20 minutes.
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 September, the average temperature is usually around 19°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.
Currently, Vueling Airlines and SWISS offer the cheapest flight tickets to Bucharest.

Travelling from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Bucharest: what you need to know

  • Hop on a direct flight from Zurich Airport to Bucharest and you'll be in the air for around 2 hours 30 minutes.

  • Zurich Airport is located in Zurich. Following the UTC+2 timezone, Bucharest is one hour ahead of Zurich.

  • The busiest route is from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP). Choose from 15 services every week between these two airports. If you want to get on your way as soon as possible, the earliest flight from ZRH to OTP is the 09:50 SWISS service. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the final departure is at 22:00 with SWISS.

  • For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your ZRH to Bucharest flight.

  • Longer lines at security and check-in are likely if you're heading away during high season, so give yourself even more breathing space. A good rule for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.

  • You can book a direct Zurich Airport to Bucharest ticket. Begin your trip at ZRH and end it at Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP).

  • Be on the lookout for promotions from SWISS. This airline has direct flights from Zurich Airport to Bucharest.

  • The journey from central Zurich to ZRH takes about 1 hour 35 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 10 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.

  • Booked an early flight from Zurich Airport to Bucharest? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels close to ZRH:

  • Of the departures from Zurich Airport, 69.02% land on time at their destination.

How to find the cheapest flights from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Bucharest

  • The best price we've seen for a one-way Zurich Airport to Bucharest flight is 73 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 138 €. Bear in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • Get cheap flights from ZRH to Bucharest by booking two months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.

  • Organise your trip for June. That's the best month for scoring an awesome deal on Zurich Airport to Bucharest tickets. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.

  • You don't need to check back constantly to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you when there's an even bigger deal on cheap flights from ZRH to Bucharest.

  • Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Zurich Airport to Bucharest by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest.'

Airports in Bucharest

Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)

  • Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) is around 21 kilometres from the centre of Bucharest. If you're opting for a ride-share or a cab, the drive will take roughly 35 minutes.

  • If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 35 minutes.

  • If you're coming in on a late flight from Zurich Airport to Bucharest, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these accommodation options near OTP:

  • 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 deal by reserving your vehicle from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport around one week before your flight from ZRH to Bucharest.

Best time to go to Bucharest

  • Visit Bucharest during high season if you prefer a busy atmosphere, but remember that prices are usually higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Zurich Airport to Bucharest in the off-season when prices are cheaper and crowds are smaller.

  • Lock in a Zurich Airport to Bucharest plane ticket with a departure in August to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 17ºC (63ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).

  • January sees average temperatures of between -9ºC (16ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from ZRH to Bucharest around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.

More about Bucharest

  • Start your Bucharest trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Zurich Airport to Bucharest, explore our selection of accommodation options including:

  • Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. Old Town, Museum of the Palace of the Parliament and The Revolution Square Fountain are attractions you won't want to skip in Bucharest.

Explore more of Romania

  • Iasi is just one of the many cities in Romania waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Bucharest. Around 322 kilometres away to the north, its top attractions include Palace of Culture, Saint Nicholas Church and Golia Monastery.

  • Cluj-Napoca is another well-known destination in Romania and is around 322 kilometres north-west of Bucharest. No trip is complete without experiencing St. Michael's Church, Hoia Baciu Forest and Banffy Palace.

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