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Bucharest.Rs51,762 per passenger.Departing Sun, 14 Sep.One-way flight with Norse Atlantic Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Norse Atlantic Airways, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Sun, 14 Sep, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs51,762, select.
Bucharest.Rs54,361 per passenger.Departing Fri, 21 Nov.One-way flight with Norse Atlantic Airways (UK).Outbound indirect flight with Norse Atlantic Airways (UK), departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Fri, 21 Nov, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs54,361, select.
Bucharest.Rs55,301 per passenger.Departing Wed, 1 Oct.One-way flight with Norse Atlantic Airways (UK).Outbound indirect flight with Norse Atlantic Airways (UK), departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Wed, 1 Oct, arriving in Bucharest Baneasa.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs55,301, select.
Bucharest.Rs59,565 per passenger.Departing Tue, 12 Aug.One-way flight with Norse Atlantic Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Norse Atlantic Airways, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Tue, 12 Aug, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs59,565, select.
Bucharest.Rs64,520 per passenger.Departing Tue, 8 Jul.One-way flight with Norse Atlantic Airways (UK).Outbound indirect flight with Norse Atlantic Airways (UK), departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Tue, 8 Jul, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs64,520, select.
Bucharest.Rs72,316 per passenger.Departing Fri, 9 Jan.One-way flight with Norse Atlantic Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Norse Atlantic Airways, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Fri, 9 Jan, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs72,316, select.
Bucharest.Rs72,881 per passenger.Departing Fri, 5 Dec.One-way flight with Norse Atlantic Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Norse Atlantic Airways, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Fri, 5 Dec, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs72,881, select.
Bucharest.Rs81,761 per passenger.Departing Sat, 28 Feb.One-way flight with Iberia.Outbound indirect flight with Iberia, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Sat, 28 Feb, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs81,761, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from New York to Bucharest

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like New York to Bucharest flights are currently cheapest in September.
Jun
from Rs143,346
Jul
from Rs64,520
Aug
from Rs59,565
Sep
from Rs51,762
Oct
from Rs55,301
Nov
from Rs54,361
Dec
from Rs72,881
Jan
from Rs72,316
Feb
from Rs81,761
Mar
from Rs88,763
Apr
from Rs98,004
May
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New York to Bucharest: Flight information

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Cheapest flight foundRs51,762
Cheapest month to flySeptember
Average flight time8 hrs, 55 mins
Most popular airlineHiSky Europe
Average flights per week8

Finding cheap flights from New York to Bucharest: Frequently asked questions

There's one airport in Bucharest: Bucharest Otopeni.
The best price we found for a return flight from New York to Bucharest is Rs104,734. 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.
8 hours and 55 minutes is the average flight time from New York to Bucharest.
HiSky Europe and APG Distribution System fly direct from New York to Bucharest.
As of June 2025, there are 8 flights per week flying from New York to Bucharest.
The cheapest month to fly from New York to Bucharest is usually November.
If you're flying from New York, 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 Rs104,734.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from New York to Bucharest on Tuesday, 25 November 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 8 hours and 55 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 June, the average temperature is usually around 22°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.

Travelling from New York to Bucharest: what you need to know

  • Organising your flight from New York to Bucharest begins with finding the best airport to kick off your trip. John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) and LaGuardia Airport (LGA) are the main departure points in New York.

  • Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) is where you'll be landing in Bucharest.

  • The average time for a direct New York to Bucharest flight is 8 hours 35 minutes.

  • The timezone in Bucharest is UTC+2, which is six hours ahead of New York.

  • Choose from two services a week between John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) and {"defaultCase":"Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport","accusativeCase":"Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport","nominativeCase":"Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport","dativeCase":"Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport"} (OTP). This is the most popular route when booking flights from New York to Bucharest.

  • Leave enough time to catch your New York to Bucharest flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Popular months like July or high seasons such as Thanksgiving and Christmas will mean longer waits at security and check-in. Be on the safe side and get to the terminal even earlier. Arriving two hours before domestic flights and four hours ahead of an international departure is a smart idea.

How to find the cheapest flights from New York to Bucharest

  • To score cheap New York to Bucharest flights, reserve your trip three months before your departure date.

  • Schedule your trip for June. That's the best month for landing an incredible deal on plane tickets from New York to Bucharest. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.

  • Locking in a cheap flight from New York to Bucharest is a breeze with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as a better deal is available.

  • Tailor your flights using filters. Select your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' New York to Bucharest flights.

Flying from New York

John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)

  • Consider adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper New York to Bucharest flight. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from John F. Kennedy International Airport. Break up the journey at one of these popular airports:

    • Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)

    • Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)

    • London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

  • Located around 19 kilometres from central New York, JFK can be reached in about 50 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 20 minutes.

  • Want an easy start to your travels? Stay near John F. Kennedy International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from New York to Bucharest or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are ideal:

  • When it comes to John F. Kennedy International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 74.1% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.

  • JFK's address is JFK Airport.

Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)

  • Split up your New York to Bucharest flight with a stop so you can recharge or tick another place off your list. Some top stopovers between Newark Liberty International Airport and Bucharest are:

    • Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)

    • London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

    • Vienna International Airport (VIE)

  • With public transport, you can travel from central New York to EWR in around 1 hour 10 minutes. The airport is roughly 14 kilometres away. Driving will take you about 30 minutes.

  • Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your flight from New York to Bucharest? Check in to a hotel near Newark Liberty International Airport before your adventure officially starts. These stays are calling your name:

  • Newark Liberty International Airport has an on-time performance of 73.3%. This figure shows how often flights that depart from this airport make it to their destination on schedule.

  • EWR is located at Building 1, Conrad Road.

LaGuardia Airport (LGA)

  • From the centre of New York, LGA is around 13 kilometres away. It'll take you roughly 25 minutes to reach the airport by car and 1 hour or so if you take public transport.

  • Relax in bed for a little longer and still make your New York to Bucharest flight with plenty of time to spare. These accommodation options near LaGuardia Airport make departure day effortless if you're setting off early:

  • LGA has an on-time performance rating of 80.0%. This means the majority of its flights touch down as expected and your trip runs like clockwork.

  • The street address of LaGuardia Airport is Hangar 7 Centre.

Arriving in Bucharest

Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)

  • Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) to central Bucharest takes around 35 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 16 kilometres away.

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

  • The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from New York to Bucharest. Check in to one of these accommodation options near OTP instead:

  • Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Klass Wagen, Pricecarz or Surprice and explore beyond Bucharest's main sights.

  • Booking your ride from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport around one week in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.

Best time to go to Bucharest

  • July is the busiest month for flights from New York to Bucharest. To travel when it's less crowded, visit Bucharest in April.

  • The warmest month in Bucharest is August, with temperatures ranging between 17ºC and 33ºC. Book your New York to Bucharest ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.

  • January sees average temperatures of between -9ºC and 8ºC. Look for cheap flights from New York to Bucharest around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.

More about Bucharest

  • Start your Bucharest trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from New York to Bucharest, check out our range of accommodation options including:

  • There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to figure out where to start. Museum of the Palace of the Parliament, Old Town and Herastrau Park are top attractions which should feature on any good Bucharest itinerary.

Explore more of Romania

  • Bucharest has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Romania just waiting to be discovered. About 322 kilometres north of Bucharest, a visit to Iasi will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading attractions like Palace of Culture, Saint Nicholas Church and Golia Monastery.

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

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