Cheap Flights from Athens to Bucharest Starting at $44

The Athens — Bucharest route is served by a wide range of airlines: 9 in total, including LC Busre SAC, Tarom, Aegean Airlines, Air Malta, Ryanair, Volotea, Karinou Airlines, EasyJet, and Sky Express. Competition among carriers gives passengers the opportunity to find tickets at attractive fares — with prices starting from $44. Our service helps compare all available offers within seconds and choose the most convenient option. You can filter flights by price, departure time, or baggage rules to make your trip as comfortable as possible. With so many airlines, there’s always a chance to catch special promotions and save.

Athens International (Eleftherios Venizelos) is Greece’s main international gateway and typically serves as the city’s full-service hub, with a mix of legacy carriers and many European budget airlines operating regular routes. Located about 20 km east of central Athens, travel time into the city is usually 30–45 minutes by the suburban railway or metro, with fares generally in the low single digits EUR; taxis can take 30–45 minutes depending on traffic and cost more. Ground transport also includes express buses and car hire. Pros: modern terminal, good onward connections and frequent flight choices. Cons: can be busy during peak season and transfer times may extend with traffic.

Bucharest is mainly served by Henri Coandă International Airport (OTP), the city’s primary international hub located about 16–18 km north of the center. OTP typically handles most long-haul and full-service carriers as well as a growing number of low-cost airlines; fares can range from budget-friendly to premium depending on carrier and season. Ground connections include express bus and regional train services taking roughly 20–40 minutes to Gara de Nord (central rail hub) and 30–45 minutes to the city center; taxis and ride-hail apps usually take 30–45 minutes with fares that can vary by operator. Pros: modern terminals, frequent connections; cons: peak-time traffic to/from the city and occasional queues at passport control. Bucharest’s secondary airport, Aurel Vlaicu (Băneasa) — historically closer to the city at around 7–10 km north of the center — has been used mainly for general aviation and, in past years, short-haul or low-cost services. When open for scheduled flights, it can be a convenient, quicker option for travelers seeking minimal transfer times; however, service is more limited compared with Henri Coandă and airline availability can be sporadic. Transport options include buses and taxis with transfer times typically 15–30 minutes; fares tend to be modest. Pros: proximity and shorter transfers; cons: limited carriers and fewer passenger services.