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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like London Stansted to Bucharest flights are currently cheapest in August.

Direct flights from London Stansted to Bucharest

Alternative London Stansted to Bucharest routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from London Stansted to Bucharest? You could fly into the following airports instead.

London to Bucharest: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundRs8,285
Cheapest month to flyAugust
Average flight time3 hrs, 17 mins
Most popular airlineRyanair
Average flights per week68

Finding cheap flights from London Stansted to Bucharest: Frequently asked questions

There's one airport in Bucharest: Bucharest Otopeni.
The best price we found for a return flight from London Stansted to Bucharest is Rs16,570. 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.
3 hours and 17 minutes is the average flight time from London Stansted to Bucharest.
Ryanair, Malta Air and Ryanair UK Ltd. fly direct from London Stansted to Bucharest.
As of August 2025, there are 68 flights per week flying from London Stansted to Bucharest.
The cheapest month to fly from London Stansted to Bucharest is usually September.
If you're flying from London Stansted 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 Rs16,570.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from London Stansted Airport to Bucharest on Saturday, 6 September 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 17 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 August, the average temperature is usually around 24°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, Ryanair offers the cheapest flight tickets to Bucharest.

Flying from Stansted Airport (STN) to Bucharest: what you need to know

  • The average length of a direct flight from Stansted Airport to Bucharest is 3 hours 25 minutes.

  • Stansted Airport is located in London. Based in the UTC+2 timezone, Bucharest is two hours ahead of London.

  • The most popular route is from Stansted Airport (STN) to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP). Choose from 27 services every week between these two airports. If you want to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from STN to OTP is the 05:55 Ryanair option. If you're planning to fly out later on, the final departure is at 20:05 with Ryanair.

  • For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This leaves you with plenty of time to board your STN to Bucharest flight.

  • If you're jetting off during a major holiday or another peak period, allow extra time. A good rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Check-in and security lines will be longer.

  • Begin your trip at STN and travel straight to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP). That's where you can expect to touch down when searching for Stansted Airport to Bucharest tickets.

  • Book your favourite seat with Ryanair. This well-known carrier offers direct flights from Stansted Airport to Bucharest.

  • We make it simple to book flight tickets from STN to Bucharest with a stopover. To see all the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. The most sought-after stopovers include:

    • Vienna International Airport (VIE)

    • Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)

    • Pisa International Airport (PSA)

  • STN is about 48 kilometres from central London. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 1 hour or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour 25 minutes.

  • Have an early flight from Stansted Airport to Bucharest? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays close to STN:

  • When it comes to Stansted Airport's on-time performance, data shows 64.73% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.

How to find the cheapest flights from Stansted Airport (STN) to Bucharest

  • Rs8,285 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Stansted Airport to Bucharest flight. A return flight ticket right now is Rs16,570. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares may change.

  • Book two months before you travel. Research on pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from STN to Bucharest.

  • The best month for landing cheap Stansted Airport to Bucharest tickets is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then choose the dates that offer the lowest fares.

  • Locking in a cheap flight from STN to Bucharest is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic notifications and we'll notify you when a lower fare pops up.

  • Tailor your flights with filters. Select your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Stansted Airport to Bucharest.

Airports in Bucharest

Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)

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

  • Getting to the centre on public transport typically takes 1 hour 35 minutes.

  • The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Stansted Airport to Bucharest. Stay at one of these accommodation options near OTP instead:

  • Travel at your own pace with a Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Klass Wagen, Pricecarz or Surprice and venture far and wide through Bucharest and beyond.

  • To get the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport about one week in advance of your flight from STN to Bucharest.

Best time to go to Bucharest

  • Travel to Bucharest in peak season if you prefer a busy atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices may be higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Stansted Airport to Bucharest in the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.

  • Before booking a Stansted Airport to Bucharest flight ticket, think about what kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Bucharest, with temperatures ranging from 17ºC to 33ºC.

  • Look for cheap tickets from STN to Bucharest in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -9ºC and 8ºC on average.

More about Bucharest

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

  • All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. Old Town, Museum of the Palace of the Parliament and The Revolution Square Fountain are must-do's during your Bucharest adventure.

Explore more of Romania

  • Iasi is just one of the many places in Romania waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Bucharest. Around 322 kilometres away to the north, well-known attractions include Palace of Culture, Saint Nicholas Church and Golia Monastery.

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

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