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Flight deals from Melbourne to Bucharest

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Melbourne to Bucharest? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 17,677. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Bucharest.R 7,940 per passenger.Departing Fri, 16 Oct.One-way flight with Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Fri, 16 Oct, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,940, select.
Bucharest.R 8,145 per passenger.Departing Tue, 2 Feb.One-way flight with Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Tue, 2 Feb, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,145, select.
Bucharest.R 8,263 per passenger.Departing Tue, 29 Sep.One-way flight with Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Tue, 29 Sep, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,263, select.
Bucharest.R 8,656 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Mar.One-way flight with Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Mon, 1 Mar, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,656, select.
Bucharest.R 9,862 per passenger.Departing Sat, 5 Dec.One-way flight with Sichuan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Sichuan Airlines, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Sat, 5 Dec, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 9,862, select.
Bucharest.R 10,203 per passenger.Departing Mon, 24 Aug.One-way flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Mon, 24 Aug, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 10,203, select.
Bucharest.R 11,783 per passenger.Departing Mon, 16 Nov.One-way flight with Air China.Outbound indirect flight with Air China, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Mon, 16 Nov, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 11,783, select.
Bucharest.R 16,810 per passenger.Departing Mon, 3 May.One-way flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Mon, 3 May, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 16,810, select.
Bucharest.R 16,909 per passenger.Departing Thu, 8 Jul.One-way flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Thu, 8 Jul, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 16,909, select.
Bucharest.R 17,327 per passenger.Departing Sun, 10 Jan.One-way flight with Emirates.Outbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Sun, 10 Jan, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 17,327, select.
Bucharest.R 19,878 per passenger.Departing Tue, 15 Jun.One-way flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Tue, 15 Jun, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 19,878, select.
Bucharest.R 141,307 per passenger.Departing Sun, 4 Apr.One-way flight with Qantas.Outbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Sun, 4 Apr, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 141,307, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne to Bucharest

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Melbourne to Bucharest flights are currently cheapest in October.
Aug
from R 10,203
Sep
from R 8,263
Oct
from R 7,940
Nov
from R 11,783
Dec
from R 9,862
Jan
from R 17,327
Feb
from R 8,145
Mar
from R 8,656
Apr
from R 141,307
May
from R 16,810
Jun
from R 19,878
Jul
from R 16,909

Alternative Melbourne to Bucharest routes

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

Bucharest Otopeni

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Melbourne to Bucharest: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 7,940
Cheapest month to flyOctober

Finding cheap flights from Melbourne to Bucharest: Frequently asked questions

There's one airport in Bucharest: Bucharest Otopeni.
The best price we found for a return flight from Melbourne to Bucharest is R 15,094. 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 Melbourne to Bucharest. But we found flights with one or more stops from R 15,094.
As of August 2026, there are no flights flying from Melbourne to Bucharest.
The cheapest month to fly from Melbourne to Bucharest is usually September.
If you're flying from Melbourne, 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 15,094.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Melbourne to Bucharest on Wednesday, 2 September 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Melbourne and Bucharest. 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 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 August, the average temperature is usually around 24°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.
The cheapest airline that flies to Bucharest is Air China .

Flying from Melbourne to Bucharest: what you need to know

  • Planning your getaway starts with working out where you'll leave from in Melbourne. Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) is the city's main airport, so explore your options for booking a flight from Melbourne to Bucharest jetting off from here.

  • Bucharest Otopeni Airport (OTP) and Bucharest Baneasa Airport (BBU) are Bucharest's major gateways.

  • Bucharest's timezone is UTC+2, which makes Bucharest nine hours behind Melbourne.

  • Give yourself plenty of time to catch your Melbourne to Bucharest flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • During popular months such as December, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.

How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Bucharest

  • To find cheap Melbourne to Bucharest flights, book in advance. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when flights first go on sale.

  • If you can be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price in every month when searching for your plane ticket from Melbourne to Bucharest.

  • You don't need to search every day to see if prices have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll tell you when a better deal is available on cheap flights from Melbourne to Bucharest.

  • Lock in a cheap Melbourne to Bucharest flight with the help of our filters. Select your ideal times, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.

Flying from Melbourne

Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)

  • Finding a stopover on your Melbourne to Bucharest flight is easy. Whether you're eager to potentially save on your fare or visit a new city, just deselect 'Direct flights only' to explore your options. A key stop when departing from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is Dubai Airport (DXB).

  • Located around 19 kilometres from the centre of Melbourne, MEL can be reached in about 25 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.

  • Searching for a convenient hotel near Melbourne Tullamarine Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Melbourne to Bucharest, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:

  • When it comes to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport's on-time performance, data shows 63% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.

Arriving in Bucharest

Bucharest Otopeni Airport (OTP)

  • Bucharest Otopeni Airport (OTP) is approximately 16 kilometres from central Bucharest. If you're catching a taxi or a ride-share, the drive will take around 30 minutes.

  • Travelling to the centre by public transport typically takes 35 minutes.

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

  • Get your adventure underway by picking up a Bucharest Otopeni Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Klass Wagen, Pricecarz or Surprice and experience the lesser-explored corners of Bucharest and beyond.

  • Reserving your ride from Bucharest Otopeni Airport about one week ahead can help you get the best possible rate.

Bucharest Baneasa Airport (BBU)

  • Once your flight from Melbourne to Bucharest has hit the runway, you can reach the city centre in around 20 minutes by car. Central Bucharest is approximately 8 kilometres from Bucharest Baneasa Airport (BBU).

  • Travelling by public transport will take about 35 minutes.

  • Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel near BBU. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your flight from Melbourne to Bucharest:

  • No need to worry about public transport schedules or slow-moving taxi lines. Pick up a Bucharest Baneasa Airport rental car and let your trip unfold on your terms. Compare availability and rates from Wheego, Abbycar and ecovia.

  • Snap up a deal by reserving your ride from BBU two weeks ahead of time. You'll also have access to a greater selection of vehicles.

Best time to go to Bucharest

  • It's time to figure out your trip dates for your flight from Melbourne to Bucharest. July is the busiest month to travel to Bucharest. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in March.

  • Lock in a Melbourne to Bucharest ticket departing in August if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Bucharest to range from 17ºC (63ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).

  • Search for cheap flights from Melbourne to Bucharest in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -9ºC (16ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) on average.

More about Bucharest

  • Start your Bucharest trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Melbourne to Bucharest, explore our range of accommodation options including:

  • Every great adventure has to include some sightseeing. Caru' cu Bere, Museum of the Palace of the Parliament and National Bank of Romania Museum are must-do's during your Bucharest adventure.

Explore more of Romania

  • You've done Bucharest, now it's time to explore other parts of Romania. Travel around 322 kilometres north to Iasi to check off its popular sights. From Galata Monastery to The Catholic Cathedral Saint Mary and Monastery of the Three Holy Hierarchs, there's plenty to keep you busy.

  • Around 322 kilometres northwest of Bucharest, Cluj-Napoca is another favourite stop in Romania. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Saint Michael’s Church, Museum Square and Romanian Orthodox Church of Transfiguration.

Plan the rest of your trip from Melbourne to Bucharest

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