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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Helsinki Vantaa to Bucharest? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Bucharest.R 1,182 per passenger.Departing Tue, 7 Oct.One-way flight with Norwegian Air Sweden.Outbound indirect flight with Norwegian Air Sweden, departs from Helsinki Vantaa on Tue, 7 Oct, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,182, select.
Bucharest.R 1,203 per passenger.Departing Mon, 11 Aug.One-way flight with Norwegian Air Sweden.Outbound direct flight with Norwegian Air Sweden departs from Helsinki Vantaa on Mon, 11 Aug, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,203, select.
Bucharest.R 1,203 per passenger.Departing Mon, 6 Oct.One-way flight with Norwegian Air Sweden.Outbound direct flight with Norwegian Air Sweden departs from Helsinki Vantaa on Mon, 6 Oct, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,203, select.
Bucharest.R 1,203 per passenger.Departing Sat, 26 Jul.One-way flight with Norwegian Air Sweden.Outbound direct flight with Norwegian Air Sweden departs from Helsinki Vantaa on Sat, 26 Jul, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,203, select.
Bucharest.R 1,203 per passenger.Departing Mon, 15 Sep.One-way flight with Norwegian Air Sweden.Outbound direct flight with Norwegian Air Sweden departs from Helsinki Vantaa on Mon, 15 Sep, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,203, select.
Bucharest.R 1,875 per passenger.Departing Sun, 30 Nov.One-way flight with Norwegian Air Sweden.Outbound indirect flight with Norwegian Air Sweden, departs from Helsinki Vantaa on Sun, 30 Nov, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,875, select.
Bucharest.R 2,018 per passenger.Departing Fri, 19 Dec.One-way flight with airBaltic.Outbound indirect flight with airBaltic, departs from Helsinki Vantaa on Fri, 19 Dec, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,018, select.
Bucharest.R 2,036 per passenger.Departing Sat, 21 Jun.One-way flight with Norwegian Air Sweden.Outbound direct flight with Norwegian Air Sweden departs from Helsinki Vantaa on Sat, 21 Jun, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,036, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Helsinki Vantaa to Bucharest

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Helsinki Vantaa to Bucharest flights are currently cheapest in October.
Jun
from R 2,036
Jul
from R 1,203
Aug
from R 1,203
Sep
from R 1,203
Oct
from R 1,182
Nov
from R 1,875
Dec
from R 2,018
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Apr
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Direct flights from Helsinki Vantaa to Bucharest

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

Helsinki to Bucharest: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 1,182
Cheapest month to flyOctober
Average flight time2 hrs, 40 mins
Average flights per week2

Finding cheap flights from Helsinki Vantaa to Bucharest: Frequently asked questions

There's one airport in Bucharest: Bucharest Otopeni.
The best price we found for a return flight from Helsinki Vantaa to Bucharest is R 2,518. 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 Helsinki Vantaa to Bucharest. But we found flights with one or more stops from R 2,518.
As of June 2025, there are no flights flying from Helsinki Vantaa to Bucharest.
The cheapest month to fly from Helsinki Vantaa to Bucharest is usually June 2025.
If you're flying from Helsinki Vantaa 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 R 2,518.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Bucharest on Monday, 15 September 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 40 minutes.
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 June, the average temperature is usually around 22°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, Norwegian Air Sweden offers the cheapest flight tickets to Bucharest.

Travelling from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to Bucharest: what you need to know

  • Expect to be travelling for 2 hours 40 minutes. On average, that's the duration of a direct flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Bucharest.

  • Bucharest and Helsinki (where Helsinki-Vantaa Airport is located) share the UTC+2 timezone. This means you won't need to account for any time differences.

  • For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. That way, you won't have to rush to board your HEL to Bucharest flight.

  • Planning to travel during a peak period like a bank holiday? Expect longer lines at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.

  • You can book a direct Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Bucharest ticket. Begin your trip at HEL and touch down at Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP).

  • Look out for offers from Norwegian Air Sweden. This carrier operates direct flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Bucharest.

  • Consider adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight ticket from HEL to Bucharest. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these connection hubs:

    • Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)

    • Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW)

    • Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG)

  • The journey from central Helsinki to HEL takes around 45 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 16 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.

  • Catching an early flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Bucharest? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays near HEL:

  • Of all flights departing from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport, 60.23% arrive as scheduled at their destination.

How to find the cheapest flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to Bucharest

  • R 1,182 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Bucharest flight. A return ticket right now is R 2,518. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.

  • Book one month before you want to travel. Research on pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from HEL to Bucharest.

  • May is the best month for landing an incredible deal on Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Bucharest tickets. If you want to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.

  • Save time looking for cheap flights from HEL to Bucharest by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification on the app when fares go down.

  • Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Bucharest.

Airports in Bucharest

Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)

  • Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) is around 21 kilometres from central Bucharest. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take roughly 35 minutes.

  • If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 35 minutes.

  • The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Bucharest. Check in to one of these accommodation options near OTP instead:

  • Pick up a Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport rental car and explore Bucharest and beyond with your own wheels. Klass Wagen, Pricecarz and Surprice are popular outlets to choose from here.

  • Booking your vehicle from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport about one week before your flight from HEL to Bucharest can help you get the lowest rate.

Best time to go to Bucharest

  • Before you book your flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Bucharest, consider which time of year works best for you. High season in Bucharest offers a lively atmosphere and plenty of activities, while the off-season means you'll get better deals on hotels and smaller crowds.

  • When booking your Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Bucharest flight ticket, think about what kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Bucharest, with temperatures ranging from 17ºC (63ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).

  • Look for cheap tickets from HEL to Bucharest in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -9ºC (16ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) on average.

More about Bucharest

  • When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Bucharest right here. Browse these options after locking in your flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Bucharest:

  • All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. Old Town, Museum of the Palace of the Parliament and The Revolution Square Fountain are must-do's during your Bucharest adventure.

Explore more of Romania

  • Bucharest will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other corners of Romania you should also see. About 322 kilometres north of Bucharest, a trip to Iasi will keep your itinerary busy. Check out popular attractions like Palace of Culture, Saint Nicholas Church and Golia Monastery.

  • Cluj-Napoca is another favourite destination in Romania and is around 322 kilometres north-west of Bucharest. No journey is complete without seeing St. Michael's Church, Hoia Baciu Forest and Banffy Palace.

Plan the rest of your trip from Helsinki to Bucharest

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