Flights Bucharest — Athens

Q: Which airlines fly from Bucharest to Athens?

Regular service is provided by the Greek airline Aegean Airlines, the Romanian carrier Tarom, and the low-cost carriers of the Wizz Air group.

Cheap flights Bucharest — Athens

Below you can see the best deals on flights Bucharest — Athens for upcoming dates. Direct and connecting flights from various airlines — compare prices and choose the right ticket.

The lowest price for the next 2 months is on 18 July, from AED 113.

Top 10 cheap flights Bucharest — Athens

Direct flights Bucharest — Athens

Direct flight options for Bucharest — Athens with no stopovers on upcoming dates. A direct flight is faster and more convenient — especially when travelling with luggage or children.

The fastest direct flight is operated by Aegean Airlines — travel time is 1 h 35 min.

Top 10 direct flights Bucharest — Athens

About the Bucharest — Athens flight

On this page, you can find and purchase flight tickets for the route from Bucharest to Athens. The distance between the cities is 743 km, and with up to 23 flights per week, there is great flexibility when choosing your departure time.

Flights are operated by airlines such as Aegean Airlines, Tarom, and Wizz Air. Ticket prices are dynamic, so we recommend using the price chart and low-fare calendar to find the best deals. Information is also available on how to get to Bucharest airport and how to travel from the airport to Athens city center.

Return route:return route: flights Athens → Bucharest

Flight schedule Bucharest — Athens

The table shows direct flights Bucharest → Athens on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 1 h 35 min. Regular flights are operated by Aegean Airlines, Wizz Air Malta, Tarom-Romanian Air and Wizz Air. Departures from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport airports, arrivals at Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport.

For each flight, the following details are shown: departure time (local), arrival city and airport, flight number and airline, terminal or gate, and status. Click on a flight to open its details and go to ticket search. To view flights on a different day, change the date above the table.

Today

Any time

Departure time

Flight

Terminal and gate

Status

Flight ticket prices by day: Bucharest — Athens

Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Bucharest — Athens by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 113 in y, and the most expensive are around AED 293 in u. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.

Prices by month

Bucharest → Athens, average one-way price

Month	Average price	Level	Month	Average price	Level	Month	Average price	Level
Jan	AED 451	low	May	AED 577	medium	Sep	AED 652	high
Feb	AED 426	low	Jun	AED 627	high	Oct	AED 552	medium
Mar	AED 476	medium	Jul	AED 727	high	Nov	AED 426	low
Apr	AED 527	medium	Aug	AED 727	high	Dec	AED 527	medium

Some values are estimated based on seasonality.

When to fly

The hottest months in Athens are July and August, with daytime temperatures reaching up to 32.5°C. The coolest and rainiest weather occurs in January and December, when temperatures can drop to 5.8°C and rainfall averages around 61.28 mm.

The lowest flight price was recorded in July — AED 113. Prices peak in April, when a ticket can cost AED 293.

September is the optimal choice for balancing price and weather: tickets start AED 115, while the heat subsides to a comfortable 27.9°C. We recommend avoiding travel in April due to the significant increase in flight costs.

Temperature · Athens

Dry and wet days · Athens

Wind speed and direction · Athens

We'll let you know if you need a visa

Enter your destination or

Your nationality

Destination

How to get the best deal on a Bucharest — Athens ticket

Book your Wizz Air or Aegean Airlines tickets in advance, as prices on this route tend to rise significantly closer to the departure date.
Compare offers from the full-service carrier Tarom with low-cost airlines: sometimes a fare with checked baggage included from the main airline is better value than paying extra for a suitcase with Wizz Air.
Use the low-fare calendar on this page to find dates in July or September when flights cost AED 113.
Opt for mid-week flights, as weekend travel on this route is in high demand and generally more expensive.

Airlines

There are 4 airlines operating on this route, with a total of approximately 23 flights per week. The primary carriers are Aegean Airlines, Tarom, and Wizz Air, all of which offer regular direct departures. Detailed schedules for specific days of the week and connection options can be found in the list below.

Aegean AirlinesA3
9x/week
WebsiteFleet: 7615.5M pax/year
- Direct flight OTP → ATH9x/week
  Duration
  1h 35m
  Days
  un,MonS
41.2%Open →
Wizz Air MaltaW4
8x/week
WebsiteFleet: 9825.3M pax/year
- Direct flight OTP → ATH5x/week
  Duration
  1h 42m
  Days
  un,MonS
- Direct flight BBU → ATH3x/week
33.8%Open →
Tarom-Romanian AirRO
5x/week
WebsiteFleet: 182.3M pax/year
- Direct flight OTP → ATH5x/week
  Duration
  2h 8m
  Days
  un,MonS
23.5%Open →
Wizz AirW6
1x/week
WebsiteFleet: 9925.9M pax/year
- Direct flight OTP → ATH1x/week
1.5%Open →

Cities and airports on the Bucharest — Athens route

Flights Bucharest — Athens depart from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport and arrive at Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.

Departure

Bucharest

BUH

Romania

About the city How to get there Weather All about the country Romania

Arrival

Athens

ATH

Greece

About the city How to get there Weather All about the country Greece

Departure airports

Bucharest Henri Coanda International AirportOTP
About the airport

Arrival airports

Eleftherios Venizelos International AirportATH
About the airport

Interesting articles about Athens

View all

Interesting

Street food by Greek rules

The first thing that comes to mind with the word fast food is obese Americans peacefully devouring a Big Mac somewhere on a ranch in Oklahoma. However, street food appeared much earlier than the food…

Interesting

Abandoned, but Beautiful Airports

Travel isn't always about the gleam of new terminals, the sterile cleanliness of waiting rooms, and predictable service. Sometimes the strongest emotions are given by places where time has decided to…

Interesting

10 Dishes to Try in Greece

Besides historical monuments, magnificent climate, and picturesque coastline, Greece is known for its cuisine with an abundance of Mediterranean motifs. It features many seafood, cheeses, and olive oi…

Interesting

Thessaloniki: Open-Air Museum

Byzantine chroniclers said: “In Thessaloniki, every foreigner forgets their homeland.” The northern capital is considered the second-largest city in Greece. Locals often compare it to a swan that has…

Interesting

The World's Largest Cities

If you prefer non-stop action to quiet solitude somewhere by the sea or in the mountains — this article is for you. We've already told you about the oldest cities in the world, and now it's time to de…

Interesting

The Big Greek Wedding

These Greeks are an unhurried people. They spend whole days in cafes over a cup of coffee, play backgammon, and since the creation of Hellas, they seek answers to eternal philosophical questions. It m…

View all

Frequently asked questions about the Bucharest — Athens flight

How long is the flight from Bucharest to Athens?

The average travel time for a direct flight is approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes, covering a distance of 743 km.

Which airlines fly from Bucharest to Athens?

Regular service is provided by the Greek airline Aegean Airlines, the Romanian carrier Tarom, and the low-cost carriers of the Wizz Air group.

Are there direct flights?

Yes, there are about 23 direct flights per week on this route, providing plenty of options for a convenient departure time.

How much is the cheapest ticket?

Ticket prices fluctuate constantly based on flight occupancy; you can check the current lowest price in the low-fare calendar on this page.

Which airport does the flight arrive at?

Flights from Bucharest arrive at Greece's main international hub — Athens International Airport (Eleftherios Venizelos).

Where else you can fly from Bucharest

Frankfurt am Main∙30 June

Where else you can fly to Athens from

Popular routes

Where travelers fly most — pick a route and check prices