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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Riyadh Airport to Bucharest? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $464. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Bucharest.$414 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Sep, returning Tue, 15 Sep.Return flight with Aegean Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Aegean Airlines, departs from Riyadh on Tue, 1 Sep, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Inbound indirect flight with Aegean Airlines, departs from Bucharest Otopeni on Tue, 15 Sep, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From $414, select.
Bucharest.$464 per passenger.Departing Fri, 19 Jun, returning Mon, 22 Jun.Return flight with Aegean Airlines and Pegasus Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Aegean Airlines, departs from Riyadh on Fri, 19 Jun, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Inbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Bucharest Otopeni on Mon, 22 Jun, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From $464, select.
Bucharest.$519 per passenger.Departing Wed, 29 Jul, returning Tue, 1 Sep.Return flight with Aegean Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Aegean Airlines, departs from Riyadh on Wed, 29 Jul, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Inbound indirect flight with Aegean Airlines, departs from Bucharest Otopeni on Tue, 1 Sep, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From $519, select.
Bucharest.$519 per passenger.Departing Sat, 1 Aug, returning Sun, 9 Aug.Return flight with Aegean Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Aegean Airlines, departs from Riyadh on Sat, 1 Aug, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Inbound indirect flight with Aegean Airlines, departs from Bucharest Otopeni on Sun, 9 Aug, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From $519, select.
Bucharest.$522 per passenger.Departing Mon, 6 Jul, returning Mon, 20 Jul.Return flight with Aegean Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Aegean Airlines, departs from Riyadh on Mon, 6 Jul, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Inbound indirect flight with Aegean Airlines, departs from Bucharest Otopeni on Mon, 20 Jul, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From $522, select.
Bucharest.$527 per passenger.Departing Tue, 21 Jul, returning Tue, 11 Aug.Return flight with Aegean Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Aegean Airlines, departs from Riyadh on Tue, 21 Jul, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Inbound indirect flight with Aegean Airlines, departs from Bucharest Otopeni on Tue, 11 Aug, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From $527, select.
Bucharest.$528 per passenger.Departing Wed, 7 Oct, returning Sun, 11 Oct.Return flight with Aegean Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Aegean Airlines, departs from Riyadh on Wed, 7 Oct, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Inbound indirect flight with Aegean Airlines, departs from Bucharest Otopeni on Sun, 11 Oct, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From $528, select.
Bucharest.$532 per passenger.Departing Wed, 25 Nov, returning Mon, 30 Nov.Return flight with Pegasus Airlines and Aegean Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Riyadh on Wed, 25 Nov, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Inbound indirect flight with Aegean Airlines, departs from Bucharest Otopeni on Mon, 30 Nov, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From $532, select.
Bucharest.$541 per passenger.Departing Wed, 10 Jun, returning Sun, 19 Jul.Return flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Riyadh on Wed, 10 Jun, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Inbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Bucharest Otopeni on Sun, 19 Jul, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From $541, select.
Bucharest.$556 per passenger.Departing Sat, 30 May, returning Wed, 17 Jun.Return flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Riyadh on Sat, 30 May, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Inbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Bucharest Otopeni on Wed, 17 Jun, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From $556, select.
Bucharest.$593 per passenger.Departing Sat, 16 May, returning Sat, 23 May.Return flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Riyadh on Sat, 16 May, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Inbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Bucharest Otopeni on Sat, 23 May, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From $593, select.
Bucharest.$600 per passenger.Departing Mon, 14 Sep, returning Sat, 3 Oct.Return flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Riyadh on Mon, 14 Sep, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Inbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Bucharest Otopeni on Sat, 3 Oct, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From $600, select.
Bucharest.$639 per passenger.Departing Wed, 5 Aug, returning Sat, 5 Sep.Return flight with Aegean Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Aegean Airlines, departs from Riyadh on Wed, 5 Aug, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Inbound indirect flight with Aegean Airlines, departs from Bucharest Otopeni on Sat, 5 Sep, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From $639, select.
Bucharest.$650 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Jun, returning Thu, 20 Aug.Return flight with Aegean Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Aegean Airlines, departs from Riyadh on Mon, 1 Jun, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Inbound indirect flight with Aegean Airlines, departs from Bucharest Otopeni on Thu, 20 Aug, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From $650, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Riyadh to Bucharest

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Riyadh to Bucharest flights are currently cheapest in September.
May
from $593
Jun
from $464
Jul
from $522
Aug
from $519
Sep
from $414
Oct
from $528
Nov
from $532
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Alternative Riyadh to Bucharest routes

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

Bucharest Otopeni

15km from central Bucharest
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Riyadh to Bucharest: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found$414
Cheapest month to flySeptember

Finding cheap flights from Riyadh to Bucharest: Frequently asked questions

There's one airport in Bucharest: Bucharest Otopeni.
The best price we found for a return flight from Riyadh to Bucharest is $414. 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 Riyadh to Bucharest. But we found flights with one or more stops from $414.
As of May 2026, there are no flights flying from Riyadh to Bucharest.
The cheapest month to fly from Riyadh to Bucharest is usually September.
If you're flying from Riyadh 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 $414.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Riyadh Airport to Bucharest on Tuesday, 1 September 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Riyadh Airport 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 May, the average temperature is usually around 18°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, Aegean Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Bucharest.

Travelling from Riyadh King Khalid International Airport (RUH) to Bucharest: what you need to know

  • The timezone in Bucharest is UTC+2. The city is one hour behind Riyadh, where Riyadh King Khalid International Airport is located.

  • Give yourself plenty of time to make your RUH to Bucharest flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Travelling over a peak time such as January? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.

  • Think about adding a stopover to potentially score a cheaper plane ticket from RUH to Bucharest. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these connection hubs:

    • Istanbul Airport (IST)

    • Cairo International Airport (CAI)

    • Baku Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD)

  • RUH is about 27 kilometres from central Riyadh. If you're catching a taxi, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour 15 minutes.

  • Need a convenient place to stay before your flight from Riyadh King Khalid International Airport to Bucharest? Riyadh Airport Marriott Hotel and Makarem Riyadh Hotel are near RUH. They're a particularly good choice if you're catching an early flight.

  • Riyadh King Khalid International Airport has a strong on-time performance, reducing your chances of a delayed flight. Departures from RUH make it to their destination as scheduled 85% of the time.

How to find the cheapest flights from Riyadh King Khalid International Airport (RUH) to Bucharest

  • $237 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Riyadh King Khalid International Airport to Bucharest flight. A return ticket right now is $415. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares can change.

  • Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from RUH to Bucharest if you book early. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird deals.

  • The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Riyadh King Khalid International Airport to Bucharest throughout the month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.

  • Finding a cheap flight from RUH to Bucharest is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic notifications and we'll let you know as soon as a better deal is available.

  • Tailor your flights with filters. Select your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Riyadh King Khalid International 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 16 kilometres. It takes around 30 minutes to reach the centre driving.

  • When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.

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

  • For the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport around one week in advance of your flight from RUH to Bucharest.

Baneasa Airport (BBU)

  • Baneasa Airport (BBU) is roughly 8 kilometres from the centre of Bucharest. Check out your options for travelling into town after your flight from Riyadh King Khalid International Airport to Bucharest has touched down.

  • Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and rest at a hotel close to BBU. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your RUH to Bucharest flight:

  • Avoid paying extra. Booking your ride two weeks ahead of your arrival at BBU will save you money.

Best time to go to Bucharest

  • January is the quietest month for flights from Riyadh King Khalid International Airport to Bucharest, while July is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to visit Bucharest based on whether you want a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.

  • The warmest month in Bucharest is August, with temperatures ranging between 17ºC (63ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Lock in your Riyadh King Khalid International Airport to Bucharest plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.

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

More about Bucharest

  • After booking your flight from Riyadh King Khalid International Airport to Bucharest, find a hotel that offers both comfort and a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Bucharest:

  • Museum of the Palace of the Parliament and Caru' cu Bere are just the start of the big attractions to put on your Bucharest must-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out National Bank of Romania Museum.

Explore more of Romania

  • Iasi is just one of the many cities in Romania waiting to be explored after you've experienced Bucharest. Around 322 kilometres away to the north, top sights here include Galata Monastery, The Catholic Cathedral Saint Mary and Monastery of the Three Holy Hierarchs.

  • Around 322 kilometres northwest of Bucharest, Cluj-Napoca is another essential stop in Romania. Experience major highlights starting with St. Michael's Church, Museum Square and Romanian Orthodox Church of Transfiguration.

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