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Bucharest.R 3,969 per passenger.Departing Sat, 27 Sep.One-way flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Sat, 27 Sep, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,969, select.
Bucharest.R 4,184 per passenger.Departing Wed, 15 Oct.One-way flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Wed, 15 Oct, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,184, select.
Bucharest.R 5,106 per passenger.Departing Mon, 11 Aug.One-way flight with TAP Air Portugal.Outbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Mon, 11 Aug, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,106, select.
Bucharest.R 5,223 per passenger.Departing Fri, 21 Nov.One-way flight with WestJet.Outbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Fri, 21 Nov, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,223, select.
Bucharest.R 5,255 per passenger.Departing Tue, 13 Jan.One-way flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Tue, 13 Jan, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,255, select.
Bucharest.R 11,382 per passenger.Departing Sat, 27 Jun.One-way flight with Icelandair.Outbound indirect flight with Icelandair, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Sat, 27 Jun, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 11,382, select.

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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Chicago to Bucharest Otopeni flights are currently cheapest in September.
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Chicago to Bucharest Otopeni: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Chicago to Bucharest below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Bucharest Otopeni.

Chicago to Bucharest: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 3,969
Cheapest month to flySeptember

Finding cheap flights from Chicago to Bucharest Otopeni: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Chicago to Bucharest Otopeni is R 8,427. 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 Chicago to Bucharest Otopeni. But we found flights with one stop from R 8,427.
As of August 2025, there are no flights flying from Chicago to Bucharest Otopeni.
The cheapest month to fly from Chicago to Bucharest Otopeni is usually October.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Chicago to Bucharest Otopeni Airport on Saturday, 11 October 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Chicago and Bucharest Otopeni Airport. 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 Otopeni 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.
The cheapest airline that flies to Bucharest Otopeni is Scandinavian Airlines .

Travelling from Chicago to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP): What you need to know

  • Chicago has a couple of airports where you can start your adventure. Check out your options for booking a flight from Chicago to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) departing from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) or Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW).

  • Bucharest is seven hours ahead of Chicago. Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport is located in Bucharest, which follows the UTC+2 timezone.

  • Your flight from Chicago to OTP won't wait if you're running late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.

  • High season means busier airports, so plan to arrive even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for an international journey to stick to your schedule.

Airports in Chicago

O'Hare International Airport (ORD)

  • We make it easy to book cheap flights from Chicago to OTP that include a stopover. To explore your options leaving from O'Hare International Airport (ORD), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between ORD and OTP include:

    • London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

    • Frankfurt Airport (FRA)

    • Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)

  • Located around 40 kilometres from the centre of Chicago, ORD can be reached in about 35 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 55 minutes.

  • Want an easy start to your holiday? Stay near O'Hare International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Chicago to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are just what you're after:

  • When it comes to O'Hare International Airport's on-time performance, 74.85% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.

  • ORD is located at 10000 West O'Hare.

Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)

  • MDW is about 19 kilometres from central Chicago. It takes 20 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 45 minutes.

  • Flying off with the first light? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near Chicago Midway International Airport the day before your Chicago to OTP flight:

  • As far as flight punctuality goes, Chicago Midway International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 77.88%.

  • The address for MDW is 5700 South Cicero.

Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)

  • RFD is roughly 137 kilometres from central Chicago. The drive from the city centre to the airport takes about 1 hour 25 minutes. If you're considering public transport, you can expect a journey of around 4 hours 15 minutes.

  • Wake up, take it easy and still make your Chicago to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport flight with plenty of time to spare. These accommodation options near Chicago Rockford International Airport make it a breeze to get to the terminal if you're flying out early:

  • The on-time performance rating of RFD is 76.19%. In other words, that's how frequently flights from this airport arrive as planned.

  • The street address of Chicago Rockford International Airport is 2 Airport Cir.

About Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)

  • If you have a late flight from Chicago to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these options near OTP:

  • Begin your adventure by picking up a Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Klass Wagen, Pricecarz or Surprice and explore beyond Bucharest's usual tourist stops.

  • Booking your ride around one week ahead of your Chicago to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport flight can help you get a cheaper deal.

Getting from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) to central Bucharest

  • Central Bucharest is around 21 kilometres from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport and takes about 35 minutes to reach by car. See what your options are for making the trip into the city, whether that's with a cab, car hire or ride-share.

  • It takes around 1 hour 35 minutes to get there using public transport.

How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)

  • R 3,969 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport. Return flights start at R 8,427. These prices can change depending on demand.

  • To pick up cheap flights from Chicago to OTP, book in advance. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets first go on sale.

  • If you have some flexibility with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price in each month when searching for your Chicago to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport ticket.

  • Snapping up a cheap plane ticket from Chicago to OTP is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as a better deal is available.

  • Tailor your flights using filters. Select your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Chicago to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport.

The best time to fly from Chicago to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)

  • Picture the kind of break you want when deciding when to fly. April is the quietest month to go to Bucharest. July is when most people book flights from Chicago to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP), which may be perfect if you're after more action.

  • Before locking in your Chicago to OTP plane ticket, consider what kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Bucharest, with temperatures ranging from 17ºC (63ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).

  • January has temperatures of between -9ºC (16ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Chicago to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.

More about Bucharest

  • After booking your flight from Chicago to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Bucharest:

  • Every great journey has to include some sightseeing. Caru' cu Bere, Old town Bucharest and Holocaust Memorial are must-do's during your Bucharest adventure.

Explore more of Romania

  • Craiova is just one of the many places in Romania waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Bucharest. Around 177 kilometres away to the west, popular attractions include Craiova Botanical Garden, Nicolae Romanescu Park and Craiova's Art Museum.

  • Around 177 kilometres north-east of Bucharest, Galaţi is another favourite stop in Romania. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Faleza Dunării, Locomotiva cu aburi and Mihai Eminescu Park.

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