Cheap Flights from Vienna to Bucharest Starting at $23

The route Vienna — Bucharest is served by many carriers — 8 in total, including Ryanair, Pacific Wings, Buzz, Air Malta, Austrian Airlines, Mokulele Airlines, LC Busre SAC, and Eurowings. This gives passengers wide opportunities: from finding the lowest fare (from $23) to selecting flights by schedule or service class. Our service aggregates data from multiple booking systems so you can compare offers in one place. This saves time and money: no need to check dozens of sites — just pick the right option and book online.

Fly direct from Vienna to Bucharest for the quickest, most convenient way to reach Romania’s vibrant capital — fewer hassles, no long layovers, and more time to enjoy the city. While connecting options can sometimes be cheaper, a nonstop trip saves hours and delivers a more comfortable, reliable travel experience, making it the smart choice for business or leisure.

Bucharest is served mainly by Henri Coandă International (OTP) and the smaller Aurel Vlaicu/Băneasa (BBU). Henri Coandă, north of the city, is the principal international hub handling most full-service and many low-cost carriers; it’s typically where you’ll find longer-haul flights and better connectivity. Băneasa, closer to the center, can be used for domestic and short regional routes and sometimes by budget airlines, though its schedule is more limited. OTP is about 16–20 km from central Bucharest; taxis and ride-hailing usually take 25–40 minutes depending on traffic (fares often fall in a moderate range), while an express bus and shuttle options can take 40–60 minutes for lower cost. Băneasa sits roughly 8–10 km from downtown, reachable in 15–30 minutes by taxi or local buses; costs are typically lower but service frequency can vary. Pros: OTP offers broad airline choice and facilities; Băneasa can be quicker for near-city departures. Cons: OTP travel times can lengthen in peak traffic and Băneasa has fewer international connections and limited passenger services.

Vienna International Airport (VIE) is Austria’s main international hub and typically handles most long-haul and full-service carriers, alongside several low-cost airlines operating scheduled European routes. Located about 18 km southeast of the city center, transfer times are usually 15–25 minutes by City Airport Train (fastest) or 20–40 minutes by S-Bahn and regional buses; taxi rides can take similar time depending on traffic. Public transport fares are generally modest and trains cost more than buses but offer quicker journeys. Pros: efficient connections, good passenger facilities and frequent services into the city. Cons: can be busy during peak seasons and some budget options may use remote terminals or incur extra fees.