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Find the cheapest month to fly from London Luton to Bucharest

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

Direct flights from London Luton to Bucharest

Alternative London Luton to Bucharest routes

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

London to Bucharest: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundر.ق.‏ 102
Cheapest month to flyApril
Average flight time3 hrs, 21 mins
Most popular airlineWizz Air Malta
Average flights per week78

Finding cheap flights from London Luton to Bucharest: Frequently asked questions

There's one airport in Bucharest: Bucharest Otopeni.
The best price we found for a return flight from London Luton to Bucharest is ر.ق.‏ 202. 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.
3 hours and 21 minutes is the average flight time from London Luton to Bucharest.
Wizz Air Malta and FlyOne (Romania) fly direct from London Luton to Bucharest.
As of February 2026, there are 39 flights per week flying from London Luton to Bucharest.
The cheapest month to fly from London Luton to Bucharest is usually April.
If you're flying from London Luton 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 ر.ق.‏ 202.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from London Luton Airport to Bucharest on Wednesday, 29 April 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 21 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 February, the average temperature is usually around 1°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, Wizz Air Malta offers the cheapest flight tickets to Bucharest.

Flying from London Luton Airport (LTN) to Bucharest: what you need to know

  • Book a direct flight from London Luton Airport to Bucharest and you'll be travelling for around 3 hours 30 minutes.

  • London Luton Airport is located in London. Based in the UTC+2 timezone, Bucharest is two hours ahead of London.

  • With 28 weekly flights between the two airports, London Luton Airport (LTN) to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) is the most popular route. Wizz Air Malta operates the earliest flight at 08:05. If you'd like to get more out of your day before you fly, the latest flight from LTN to OTP is with Dan Air at 22:35.

  • For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your LTN to Bucharest flight.

  • If you're flying during a major holiday or another peak period, allow for even more time. A good general rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Security and check-in lines will be longer.

  • Start your trip at LTN and travel straight to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP). That will be your arrival point when searching for London Luton Airport to Bucharest tickets.

  • Wizz Air Malta is a well-known carrier that offers direct flights from London Luton Airport to Bucharest.

  • Consider adding a stopover to potentially land a cheaper flight ticket from LTN to Bucharest. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your journey by stopping at one of these connection hubs:

    • Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)

    • Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)

    • Edinburgh Airport (EDI)

  • Travelling from central London to LTN takes about 1 hour 20 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 48 kilometres in 1 hour 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.

  • Planning to catch an early flight from London Luton Airport to Bucharest? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays near LTN:

  • 72.75% of flights that take off from London Luton Airport reach their destination on time.

How to find the cheapest flights from London Luton Airport (LTN) to Bucharest

  • ر.ق.‏ 102 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way London Luton Airport to Bucharest flight. A return flight ticket right now is ر.ق.‏ 202. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.

  • Book two months before flying. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from LTN to Bucharest.

  • Schedule your trip for June. That's the best month for scoring an incredible deal on London Luton Airport to Bucharest tickets. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to access the lowest price across each month.

  • Picking up a cheap flight from LTN to Bucharest is a breeze with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic notifications and we'll get in touch when a new discount appears.

  • Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from London Luton Airport to Bucharest by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best.'

Airports in Bucharest

Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)

  • Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) is around 21 kilometres from the centre of Bucharest. If you're grabbing a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 35 minutes.

  • Travelling to the centre on public transport takes about 1 hour 35 minutes.

  • The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from London Luton Airport to Bucharest. Stay at one of these accommodation options near OTP instead:

  • Pick up a Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport rental car and discover Bucharest and beyond with your own set of wheels. Klass Wagen, Pricecarz and Surprice are top outlets you can book with here.

  • Reserving your ride from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport around one week ahead of your flight from LTN to Bucharest can help you lock in the lowest rate.

Best time to go to Bucharest

  • Carefully consider your dates before booking your flight from London Luton Airport to Bucharest. The city buzzes during high season, but hotel prices are often higher and top attractions can be crowded. Visit Bucharest in the off-season if you like a more relaxed vibe.

  • Before booking a London Luton Airport to Bucharest flight ticket, think about the weather you're most comfortable in. August is the warmest month in Bucharest, with temperatures ranging from 17ºC to 33ºC.

  • Look for cheap tickets from LTN to Bucharest in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -9ºC and 8ºC on average.

More about Bucharest

  • Once you've booked your flight from London Luton 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 see and do in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. Old Town, Museum of the Palace of the Parliament and The Revolution Square Fountain are major attractions which should be on any good Bucharest itinerary.

Explore more of Romania

  • Bucharest has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Romania you should also see. Around 322 kilometres north of Bucharest, a trip to Iasi will keep you on the move. 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 trip is complete without visiting St. Michael's Church, Hoia Baciu Forest and Banffy Palace.

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