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National Museum of Art of Romania
Romania’s leading fine-arts museum in the former Royal Palace, with major Romanian and European collections.
Flights from Zagreb to Bucharest depart on average 32 times per day, taking around 2h 59m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at $92 (€76) but you can travel from only $45 (€37) by bus.
The earliest flight runs at 04:30, the last at 22:45. The fastest flight covers the 502 miles (809 km) distance in 2h 55m. May is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 502 miles (809 km) |
Average flight duration 2h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price $92 (€76) |
Flights per day 32 |
Fastest flight 2h 55m |
First flight 4:30 AM |
Last flight 10:45 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 49 days |
Cheapest price
$156
Average price
$536
Fastest journey
3 h 45 m
Average duration
4 h 22 m
Flights per day
40
Distance
809 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Zagreb to Bucharest is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zagreb to Bucharest will cost around $536 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $156.
It's difficult to get from Zagreb to Bucharest without transferring at least once.
JU605 · JU102
JU605 · JU106
LO614 · LO645
LO614 · LO641
LO614 · LO643
JU605 · JU106
LO614 · LO639
LH1727 · LH1652
LH1731 · LH1650
LX1888+
LX4251Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Zagreb to Bucharest among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $45. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 59m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 0.8 - 2.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $45, and a flight costs an average of $92.
Distance: 502 miles (809 km)
Most popular Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$235 Average price | $72 Average price Cheapest | $213 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 59m Average total duration Fastest 2h 59m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 22h 1m Average total duration 21h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 27m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
2.4 - 4.8kg CO2 emissions | 0.8 - 2.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular airline | ![]() Most popular bus 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 Zagreb to Bucharest:
A bus is $162 (€133) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Zagreb to Bucharest costing on average $235 (€192).
Other travel options to Bucharest take longer:
Bus takes on average 21h 31m.
The table below shows live departures for Zagreb to Bucharest flights for tomorrow, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
LH1407 · LH1418 | 6:00 AM Zagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport | 6h00 | 1:00 PM Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 1 transfer | |
OU5404+ RO302 | 6:00 AM Zagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport | 7h40 | 2:40 PM Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH1731 · LH1650 | 6:15 AM Zagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport | 4h45 | 12:00 PM Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 1 transfer | |
LO4276+ LO380 · LO643 | 7:40 AM Zagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport | 17h10 | 1:50 AM Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 2 transfers | |
LO4276+ LO378 · LO641 | 7:40 AM Zagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport | 29h10 | 1:50 PM Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 2 transfers | |
LO4276+ LO382 · LO643 | 7:40 AM Zagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport | 17h10 | 1:50 AM Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 2 transfers | |
LO4276+ LO378 · LO639 | 7:40 AM Zagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport | 14h35 | 11:15 PM Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 2 transfers | |
LO4276+ LO382 · LO645 | 7:40 AM Zagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport | 9h05 | 5:45 PM Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 2 transfers | |
LO4276+ LO378 · LO643 | 7:40 AM Zagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport | 17h10 | 1:50 AM Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 2 transfers | |
LO382 · LO639+ LO4276 | 7:40 AM Zagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport | 14h35 | 11:15 PM Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 2 transfers | |
LO382 · LO641+ LO4276 | 7:40 AM Zagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport | 29h10 | 1:50 PM Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 2 transfers | |
OS204 · OS695+ LH6007 | 7:40 AM Zagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport | 6h30 | 3:10 PM Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 2 transfers | |
OU410+ RO302 | 7:40 AM Zagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport | 6h00 | 2:40 PM Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 1 transfer | |
JU601 · JU106 | 8:10 AM Zagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport | 17h55 | 3:05 AM Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 1 transfer | |
JU601 · JU102 | 8:10 AM Zagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport | 6h10 | 3:20 PM Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH99 · LH1416+ LH5989 | 8:15 AM Zagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport | 7h15 | 4:30 PM Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 2 transfers | |
LH1416+ LH6001 | 9:05 AM Zagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport | 6h25 | 4:30 PM Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 1 transfer | |
LX1888+ LX4251 | 9:25 AM Zagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport | 4h55 | 3:20 PM Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 1 transfer | |
OS604 · OS697 | 11:25 AM Zagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport | 5h40 | 6:05 PM Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 1 transfer | |
OS604 · OS185+ LH1652 | 11:25 AM Zagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport | 6h10 | 6:35 PM Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 2 transfers | |
OU5500 · OU5522 | 11:25 AM Zagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport | 5h40 | 6:05 PM Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 1 transfer | |
OU5500 · OU5524 | 11:25 AM Zagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport | 11h45 | 12:10 AM Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 1 transfer | |
LO612 · LO641 | 12:50 PM Zagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport | 24h00 | 1:50 PM Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 1 transfer | |
LO612 · LO639 | 12:50 PM Zagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport | 9h25 | 11:15 PM Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 1 transfer | |
LO612 · LO643 | 12:50 PM Zagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport | 12h00 | 1:50 AM Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH1727 · LH1652 | 1:20 PM Zagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport | 4h15 | 6:35 PM Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH1727 · LH115 · LH1422 | 1:20 PM Zagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport | 9h00 | 11:20 PM Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 2 transfers | |
LH1727 · LH113 · LH1422 | 1:20 PM Zagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport | 9h00 | 11:20 PM Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 2 transfers | |
LH1405 · LH1422 | 2:50 PM Zagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport | 7h30 | 11:20 PM Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH1405 · LH120 · LH1654 | 2:50 PM Zagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport | 9h20 | 1:10 AM Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 2 transfers | |
LH1405 · LH122 · LH1654 | 2:50 PM Zagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport | 9h20 | 1:10 AM Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 2 transfers | |
QR218 · QR219 | 3:40 PM Zagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport | 15h05 | 7:45 AM Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 1 transfer | |
LX1886+ LX4253 | 5:50 PM Zagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport | 6h20 | 1:10 AM Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 1 transfer | |
OU442 · OU5524 | 5:50 PM Zagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport | 5h20 | 12:10 AM Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 1 transfer | |
LO614 · LO645 | 6:05 PM Zagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport | 22h40 | 5:45 PM Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 1 transfer | |
LO614 · LO641 | 6:05 PM Zagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport | 18h45 | 1:50 PM Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 1 transfer | |
LO614 · LO643 | 6:05 PM Zagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport | 6h45 | 1:50 AM Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 1 transfer | |
LO614 · LO639 | 6:05 PM Zagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport | 4h10 | 11:15 PM Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 1 transfer | |
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