Cheap Flights from Dubai (DXB) to Bucharest (BUCH)

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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Dubai to Bucharest? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

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

Direct flights from Dubai to Bucharest

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

Dubai to Bucharest: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$258
Cheapest month to flyJune
Average flight time5 hrs, 28 mins
Most popular airlineEmirates
Average flights per week51

Finding cheap flights from Dubai to Bucharest: Frequently asked questions

There's one airport in Bucharest: Bucharest Otopeni.
The best price we found for a return flight from Dubai to Bucharest is $258. 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.
5 hours and 28 minutes is the average flight time from Dubai to Bucharest.
Emirates, flydubai and Wizz Air Malta fly direct from Dubai to Bucharest.
As of June 2025, there are 51 flights per week flying from Dubai to Bucharest.
The cheapest month to fly from Dubai to Bucharest is usually June 2025.
If you're flying from Dubai 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 $258.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Dubai Airport to Bucharest on Saturday, 21 June 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 5 hours and 28 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.
Currently, Wizz Air Malta offers the cheapest flight tickets to Bucharest.

Flying from Dubai Airport (DXB) to Bucharest: what you need to know

  • The average time for a direct flight from Dubai Airport to Bucharest is 4 hours 50 minutes.

  • Dubai Airport is located in Dubai. Based in the UTC+2 timezone, Bucharest is two hours behind Dubai.

  • The most popular route is from Dubai Airport (DXB) to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP). You can select from 20 weekly services between these two airports. If you'd like to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from DXB to OTP is the 03:30 flydubai service. If you'd rather travel later, the final departure is at 23:15 with flydubai.

  • For a relaxed start to your DXB to Bucharest flight, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.

  • If you're flying during a bank holiday or another peak period, allow for even more time. A good general rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at check-in and security will be longer.

  • Begin your journey at DXB and travel nonstop to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP). That will be your arrival point when searching for Dubai Airport to Bucharest tickets.

  • flydubai is a well-known carrier that offers direct flights from Dubai Airport to Bucharest.

  • Think about adding a stopover to potentially score a cheaper flight ticket from DXB to Bucharest. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these connection hubs:

    • Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

    • Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV)

    • Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD)

  • Travelling from central Dubai to DXB takes around 50 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 10 kilometres in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic.

  • Want a stress-free start to your travels? Stay near DXB. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Dubai Airport to Bucharest or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are all about convenience:

  • When it comes to Dubai Airport's on-time performance, data shows 74.31% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.

How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai Airport (DXB) to Bucharest

  • The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Dubai Airport to Bucharest flight is $124. The cheapest price for a return flight is $258. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • To score cheap flights from DXB to Bucharest, reserve your journey two months before your departure date.

  • June is the best month for scoring an awesome deal on Dubai Airport to Bucharest tickets. If you need to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.

  • Picking up a cheap flight from DXB to Bucharest is a breeze with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic notifications and we'll let you know when the price has dropped.

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

Airports in Bucharest

Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)

  • The distance from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) to central Bucharest is roughly 21 kilometres. It takes about 35 minutes to get to the centre driving.

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

  • Think about booking a hotel near OTP if you have a late flight from Dubai Airport to Bucharest. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer:

  • Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Klass Wagen, Pricecarz or Surprice and experience the lesser-explored corners of Bucharest and beyond.

  • To lock in the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport around one week ahead of your flight from DXB to Bucharest.

Best time to go to Bucharest

  • Visit Bucharest in high season if you prefer a busy atmosphere, but remember that prices are usually higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Dubai Airport to Bucharest during low season when prices are cheaper and it's quieter.

  • Book a Dubai Airport to Bucharest flight ticket with a departure in August if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 17ºC (63ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).

  • Look for cheap tickets from DXB to Bucharest in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -9ºC (16ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) on average.

More about Bucharest

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

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

Explore more of Romania

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

  • Cluj-Napoca is another favourite 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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