- Must visit
National Museum of Art of Romania
Romania’s premier art museum, housing European masters and major national collections inside the former Royal Palace.
Flights from Vienna to Bucharest depart on average 30 times per day, taking around 3h 49m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at $21 if you book in advance.
There are 4 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 00:20, the last at 22:45. The fastest flight covers the 531 miles (856 km) distance in 1h 30m.
Distance 531 miles (856 km) |
Average flight duration 3h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price $21 |
Flights per day 30 |
Direct flights 4 |
Fastest flight 1h 30m |
First flight 12:20 AM |
Last flight 10:45 PM |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 84 days |
Cheapest price on Aug 30
$114
Average ticket price on Aug 30
$319
Fastest journey on Aug 30
1 h 35 m
Average journey duration on Aug 30
1 h 35 m
Flights on Aug 30
42
Distance
856 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Vienna to Bucharest is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Vienna to Bucharest will cost around $319 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $114.
On Sun, Aug 30, we found 42 flights from Vienna to Bucharest, including 5 direct services.
On Sun, Aug 30 the direct flights cover the 856 km distance in an average of 1 h 35 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 1 h 35 m .
On Sun, Aug 30 the longest flights will take 1 h 35 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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OS695Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Vienna to Bucharest among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $77 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 17h 8m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the bus is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.9 - 2.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $77, while a train costs an average of $97.
Distance: 531 miles (856 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$77 Average price Cheapest | $97 Average price | $259 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
19h 57m Average total duration 19h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 17h 8m Average total duration Fastest 16h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 57m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.9 - 2.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Vienna to Bucharest:
A bus is $20 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Vienna to Bucharest costing on average $97.
A bus is $415 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Vienna to Bucharest costing on average $492.
Other travel options to Bucharest take longer:
Train takes on average 16h 38m.
Bus takes on average 19h 27m.
The table below shows live departures for Vienna to Bucharest flights for today, Saturday, August 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
LO639+ LO5006 | 1:05 PM Vienna International Airport | 9h10 | 11:15 PM Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 1 transfer | |
LO3904 · LO639+ LO5014 | 1:05 PM Vienna International Airport | 33h10 | 11:15 PM Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 2 transfers | |
LO3924 · LO639+ LO5014 | 1:05 PM Vienna International Airport | 9h10 | 11:15 PM Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 2 transfers | |
LO643+ LO5006 | 1:05 PM Vienna International Airport | 11h45 | 1:50 AM Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 1 transfer | |
LO3904 · LO645+ LO5014 | 1:05 PM Vienna International Airport | 27h40 | 5:45 PM Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 2 transfers | |
LO3910 · LO645+ LO5014 | 1:05 PM Vienna International Airport | 27h40 | 5:45 PM Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 2 transfers | |
LO3924 · LO645+ LO5014 | 1:05 PM Vienna International Airport | 27h40 | 5:45 PM Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 2 transfers | |
LO3908 · LO639+ LO5014 | 1:05 PM Vienna International Airport | 33h10 | 11:15 PM Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 2 transfers | |
LO3910 · LO643+ LO5014 | 1:05 PM Vienna International Airport | 35h45 | 1:50 AM Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 2 transfers | |
LO3910 · LO639+ LO5014 | 1:05 PM Vienna International Airport | 33h10 | 11:15 PM Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 2 transfers | |
LO3924 · LO643+ LO5014 | 1:05 PM Vienna International Airport | 11h45 | 1:50 AM Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 2 transfers | |
LO3908 · LO645+ LO5014 | 1:05 PM Vienna International Airport | 27h40 | 5:45 PM Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 2 transfers | |
LO3904 · LO643+ LO5014 | 1:05 PM Vienna International Airport | 35h45 | 1:50 AM Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 2 transfers | |
LO3908 · LO643+ LO5014 | 1:05 PM Vienna International Airport | 35h45 | 1:50 AM Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 2 transfers | |
LH1652+ LH6389 | 1:20 PM Vienna International Airport | 4h15 | 6:35 PM Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 1 transfer | |
LO222 · LO643 | 2:00 PM Vienna International Airport | 10h50 | 1:50 AM Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 1 transfer | |
LO222 · LO639 | 2:00 PM Vienna International Airport | 8h15 | 11:15 PM Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 1 transfer | |
JU315 · JU102 | 8:45 PM Vienna International Airport | 17h35 | 3:20 PM Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 1 transfer | |
JU315+ RO7599 | 8:45 PM Vienna International Airport | 13h25 | 11:10 AM Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 1 transfer | |
OS699 | 9:35 PM Vienna International Airport | 1h35 | 12:10 AM Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
PC910 · PC361 | 3:10 AM Vienna International Airport | 13h35 | 5:45 PM Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH1650+ LH6321 | 6:10 AM Vienna International Airport | 4h50 | 12:00 PM Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 1 transfer | |
LO643+ LO5004 | 6:30 AM Vienna International Airport | 18h20 | 1:50 AM Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 1 transfer | |
LO639+ LO5004 | 6:30 AM Vienna International Airport | 15h45 | 11:15 PM Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 1 transfer | |
LO645+ LO5004 | 6:30 AM Vienna International Airport | 10h15 | 5:45 PM Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH1418+ LH6327 | 7:00 AM Vienna International Airport | 5h10 | 1:10 PM Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus+ LO538 · LO639 | 7:30 AM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 14h45 | 11:15 PM Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus+ LH1679 · LH1654 | 7:30 AM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 16h40 | 1:10 AM Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus+ W63292 | 7:30 AM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 13h50 | 10:20 PM Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus+ LO538 · LO639 | 8:00 AM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 14h15 | 11:15 PM Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus+ LH1679 · LH1654 | 8:00 AM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 16h10 | 1:10 AM Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus+ W63292 | 8:00 AM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 13h20 | 10:20 PM Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 1 transfer | |
JU311 · JU102 | 9:30 AM Vienna International Airport | 4h50 | 3:20 PM Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 1 transfer | |
JU311 · JU106 | 9:30 AM Vienna International Airport | 16h35 | 3:05 AM Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 1 transfer | |
LX1888+ LX3533 | 9:35 AM Vienna International Airport | 4h45 | 3:20 PM Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 1 transfer | |
OS693 | 9:50 AM Vienna International Airport | 1h35 | 12:25 PM Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
LH1416+ LH6333 | 10:30 AM Vienna International Airport | 5h00 | 4:30 PM Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 1 transfer | |
PC906 · PC361 | 10:35 AM Vienna International Airport | 6h10 | 5:45 PM Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA723 · BA878 | 11:20 AM Vienna International Airport | 12h00 | 12:20 AM Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 1 transfer | |
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Romania’s premier art museum, housing European masters and major national collections inside the former Royal Palace.
An outstanding open-air museum of traditional Romanian village life, with historic houses, churches, and windmills.
A leading natural history museum with fossils, geology, and biodiversity displays, popular with families and science fans.
Bucharest’s atmospheric old center, packed with historic streets, churches, nightlife, and restored merchant buildings.
The city’s grand central boulevard connects major landmarks, museums, and elegant historic architecture.
Bucharest’s largest park offers lakeside walks, bike paths, gardens, and access to major museums and leisure areas.
Grilled skinless sausages made with beef, pork, and garlic. A beloved Romanian street and barbecue staple, especially popular with mustard and bread.
Sour soup with beef tripe, garlic, vinegar, and cream. One of Romania's most iconic comfort dishes, widely eaten in Bucharest.
Cabbage rolls stuffed with minced meat and rice, usually slow-cooked and served with sour cream. A festive Romanian classic.
Elegant fine dining restaurant focused on refined Romanian cuisine and local ingredients in a polished setting.
Historic beer hall and restaurant known for Romanian classics, grilled meats, and traditional atmosphere in the Old Town.
Popular modern Romanian bistro serving regional dishes and desserts in a casual, welcoming space.
Budget-friendly for Europe: hotels, meals, and public transit usually cost less than in Western EU capitals, though central areas and upscale venues cost more.
Restaurants: 5-10% if service is not included. Cafes: round up or leave small change. Taxis: round up the fare or add about 5%.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Vienna to Bucharest by flight. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest flight, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Bucharest, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Vienna to Bucharest flights use the Vienna International Airport to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport airport pair. Use this guide to compare Vienna and Bucharest airports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like airport facilities and services.
Vienna International Airport is 7 km from Vienna city centre. Public transport options include:
Vienna International Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, Lounge, and Lost and Found Office.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located in all terminals, near the arrivals and departures areas.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Vienna International Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Vienna International Airport: Elevators, ramps, assistance.
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport is 2 km from Bucharest city centre. Public transport options include:
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, Lounge, and Lost and Found Office.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located in Arrivals and Departures.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport: Elevators, ramps.
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