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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Marseille to Bucharest flights are currently cheapest in October.

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Alternative Marseille to Bucharest routes

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

Marseille to Bucharest: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 740
Cheapest month to flyOctober
Average flight time2 hrs, 36 mins
Most popular airlineMalta Air
Average flights per week6

Finding cheap flights from Marseille to Bucharest: Frequently asked questions

There's one airport in Bucharest: Bucharest Otopeni.
The best price we found for a return flight from Marseille to Bucharest is R 1,481. 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.
2 hours and 36 minutes is the average flight time from Marseille to Bucharest.
Malta Air and Ryanair fly direct from Marseille to Bucharest.
As of June 2025, there are 6 flights per week flying from Marseille to Bucharest.
The cheapest month to fly from Marseille to Bucharest is usually June 2025.
If you're flying from Marseille 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 1,481.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Marseille Airport to Bucharest on Wednesday, 1 October 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 36 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, Ryanair offers the cheapest flight tickets to Bucharest.

Flying from Marseille Provence Airport (MRS) to Bucharest: what you need to know

  • The average length of a direct flight from Marseille Provence Airport to Bucharest is 2 hours 55 minutes.

  • Bucharest is one hour ahead of Marseille, where Marseille Provence Airport is located. Bucharest observes the UTC+2 timezone.

  • Marseille Provence Airport (MRS) to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) is the most popular route, with two weekly flights to pick from. If you prefer starting your day later, the last flight from MRS to OTP is with Ryanair at 20:50. Opt for the first departure with Ryanair at 05:45 if you want to fly out earlier.

  • To avoid missing your MRS to Bucharest flight, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.

  • If you're heading away during a major holiday or another peak period, give yourself extra time. A good rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at check-in and security will be longer.

  • Direct Marseille Provence Airport to Bucharest tickets are available for booking. Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) is where you'll disembark.

  • Ryanair is a well-known airline that offers direct flights from Marseille Provence Airport to Bucharest.

  • Think about adding a stopover to potentially land a cheaper flight ticket from MRS to Bucharest. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these connecting airports:

    • Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)

    • Vienna International Airport (VIE)

    • Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG)

  • Central Marseille to MRS is around 19 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to reach there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.

  • Catching an early flight from Marseille Provence Airport to Bucharest? Avoid rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels near MRS:

  • Of the flights that depart from Marseille Provence Airport, 73.25% land on schedule at their destination.

How to find the cheapest flights from Marseille Provence Airport (MRS) to Bucharest

  • R 740 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Marseille Provence Airport to Bucharest flight. Return flight tickets start from R 1,481. These prices may change depending on demand.

  • To score cheap flights from MRS to Bucharest, reserve your trip two months before your planned departure.

  • June is the best month for scoring an awesome deal on Marseille Provence Airport to Bucharest tickets. If you want to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.

  • Snapping up a cheap flight from MRS to Bucharest couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic notifications and we'll get in touch as soon as a better deal is available.

  • Snag an affordable flight from Marseille Provence Airport to Bucharest with the help of our filters. Choose your ideal duration, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.

Airports in Bucharest

Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)

  • Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) to central Bucharest takes about 35 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 21 kilometres away.

  • Travelling to the centre by public transport typically takes 1 hour 35 minutes.

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

  • Get your adventure underway 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 main sights.

  • To get the best deal, book your ride from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport around one week ahead of your flight from MRS to Bucharest.

Best time to go to Bucharest

  • Visit Bucharest in high season if you like a busy atmosphere, but remember that prices are typically higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Marseille Provence Airport to Bucharest during the off-season when prices are cheaper and crowds are smaller.

  • The warmest month in Bucharest is August, with temperatures ranging between 17ºC (63ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Lock in your Marseille Provence Airport to Bucharest flight ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.

  • If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MRS to Bucharest in January when temperatures average between -9ºC (16ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF).

More about Bucharest

  • After booking your flight from Marseille Provence Airport to Bucharest, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Bucharest:

  • There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to work out where to start. Old Town, Museum of the Palace of the Parliament and The Revolution Square Fountain are popular attractions which should feature on any well-planned Bucharest itinerary.

Explore more of Romania

  • Bucharest has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Romania waiting to be explored. Around 322 kilometres north of Bucharest, a trip to Iasi will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading attractions like Palace of Culture, Saint Nicholas Church and Golia Monastery.

  • Around 322 kilometres north-west of Bucharest, Cluj-Napoca is another essential stop in Romania. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to St. Michael's Church, Hoia Baciu Forest and Banffy Palace.

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