MAD - OTP

$56 Find Cheap Flights from Madrid to Bucharest

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These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Madrid to Bucharest, as well as popular online travel agencies
These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Madrid to Bucharest, as well as popular online travel agencies
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Everything you should know

Cheapest round-trip
$108
Typical prices: $112-239
Ryanair
Wed 11/12Sat 11/22
MAD - OTP • Non-stop
Cheapest one-way
$56
Typical prices: $77-183
Ryanair
Mon 10/20
MAD - OTP • Non-stop
Our travelers' advice
AI-generated summary based on content written by travel experts
Use Madrid's metro for a smooth departure to the airport.
Take bus #783 for a cost-effective transfer from OTP.
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Cheap Flights from Madrid to Bucharest (MAD-OTP)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Madrid to Bucharest that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Madrid to Bucharest

Wed, Nov 12 - Sat, Nov 22
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7:50 am - 12:40 pmMAD-OTP
3h 50mnonstop
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11:05 am - 1:55 pmOTP-MAD
3h 50mnonstop
$108Ryanair
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Sat, Nov 8 - Wed, Nov 12
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5:50 am - 10:40 amMAD-OTP
3h 50mnonstop
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1:05 pm - 3:55 pmOTP-MAD
3h 50mnonstop
$110Ryanair
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Sat, Nov 22 - Sat, Nov 29
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5:50 am - 10:40 amMAD-OTP
3h 50mnonstop
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11:05 am - 1:55 pmOTP-MAD
3h 50mnonstop
$111Ryanair
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Tue, Nov 4 - Tue, Nov 11
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6:30 pm - 11:25 pmMAD-OTP
3h 55mnonstop
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7:30 pm - 9:40 amOTP-MAD
15h 10m1 stop
$113Wizz Air
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Mon, Dec 8 - Fri, Dec 12
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7:40 am - 12:30 pmMAD-OTP
3h 50mnonstop
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10:20 pm - 1:10 amOTP-MAD
3h 50mnonstop
$114Ryanair
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Thu, Nov 13 - Sun, Nov 16
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6:30 pm - 11:25 pmMAD-OTP
3h 55mnonstop
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5:50 am - 9:30 pmOTP-MAD
16h 40m1 stop
$117Multiple Airlines
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Tue, Nov 4 - Tue, Nov 11
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7:40 am - 12:50 amMAD-OTP
16h 10m1 stop
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7:30 pm - 9:40 amOTP-MAD
15h 10m1 stop
$120Multiple Airlines
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Wed, Mar 4 - Tue, Mar 10
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12:25 pm - 5:15 pmMAD-OTP
3h 50mnonstop
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8:20 am - 11:25 amOTP-MAD
4h 05mnonstop
$128TAROM
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Thu, Nov 13 - Sun, Nov 16
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10:45 am - 3:40 pmMAD-OTP
3h 55mnonstop
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6:15 am - 9:30 pmOTP-MAD
16h 15m2 stops
$132Wizz Air
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Sun, Dec 28 - Sat, Jan 3
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2:05 pm - 3:10 amMAD-OTP
12h 05m1 stop
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4:05 pm - 1:20 pmOTP-MAD
22h 15m1 stop
$176Air Serbia
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Booking Insights

KAYAK's insights & trends for Madrid to Bucharest flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Madrid to Bucharest to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

How much is a round-trip flight from Madrid to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport?

This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Madrid to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport departing in November.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Madrid to Bucharest?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Madrid to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

When flying from Madrid to Bucharest, you should consider leaving on a Wednesday and avoid Thursdays if you are looking for the best rates. For your return to Madrid, you’ll find the best rates on Thursdays and the most expensive ones on Fridays.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Madrid to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Madrid to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Madrid to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport is February, where tickets cost $104 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are August and July, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $388 and $317 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Madrid to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport?

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

Yes, flying with a layover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 1 stop layover the cheapest option at $183 on average.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Madrid to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Madrid to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Madrid to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport, you should book around 2 weeks before departure, which saves you about 27% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 11 weeks before departure.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from Madrid to Bucharest

 
Snippets provided in this section are AI-generated based on a summarization of KAYAK-commissioned articles. The articles are presented as-is, for general informational purposes only, and may not be up-to-date. The opinions contained in the articles are original to the author and reflect their authentic experience, which may vary significantly from the experience of others.
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
Airports
MAD

For a smooth departure, use Madrid's metro line to reach the airport quickly. It’s fast, clean, and frequent, though a small supplement applies.

Read more about MADby Ramsey Qubein
OTP

For a cost-effective city transfer, take the public bus (#783) from OTP to Bucharest city centre. It departs from the arrivals building's ground floor.

Read more about OTPby Ramsey Qubein
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Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

An avid traveler and aviation expert who has visited 173 countries, all 50 states and seven continents, Ramsey Qubein flies nearly 400,000 miles a year. As a North Carolina-based freelance journalist for publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, USA Today and Bloomberg among others, he explores the latest trends in aviation, hospitality, cruises and business.

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Low seasonJanuary
Cheapest flight$56
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 50% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 83% increase in price.
Flight from Madrid to Bucharest

When to book flights from Madrid to Bucharest

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Madrid to Bucharest based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking Madrid to Bucharest flights

  • What is the cheapest flight from Madrid to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Madrid to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport was $56 for a one-way ticket and $108 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Madrid and Bucharest?

    Yes, you’ll need a passport to travel to Bucharest from Madrid.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Madrid to Bucharest?

    When flying out of Madrid you will be using Madrid Barajas. You will be landing at Bucharest, also known as Bucharest Otopeni Intl.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Madrid to Bucharest?

    The Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Madrid to Bucharest flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Madrid to Bucharest?

    SkyTeam is the only airline alliance operating flights between Madrid and Bucharest.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Madrid to Bucharest?

    There are nonstop flights from Madrid to Bucharest on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Madrid to Bucharest, Wizz Air or Ryanair?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Madrid to Bucharest are Wizz Air and Ryanair. With an average price for the route of $230 and an overall rating of 6.8, Wizz Air is the most popular choice. Ryanair is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $171 and an overall rating of 6.8.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Madrid to Bucharest?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Madrid to Bucharest.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Madrid to Bucharest?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Bucharest from Madrid is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Madrid to Bucharest?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Bucharest with an airline and back to Madrid with another airline. Booking your flights between Madrid and OTP can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Madrid to Bucharest?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Bucharest from Madrid up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Madrid to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $92 or less one-way and $148 or less round-trip.

Prefer to fly direct from Madrid to Bucharest?

 
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from Madrid Barajas to Bucharest Otopeni Intl.
Find which airlines fly direct from Madrid Barajas Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Madrid Barajas to Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Monday

Ryanair, TAROM, Wizz Air

Ryanair, TAROM, +1 more

Tuesday

Ryanair, TAROM, Wizz Air

Ryanair, TAROM, +1 more

Wednesday

Ryanair, TAROM, Wizz Air

Ryanair, TAROM, +1 more

Thursday

Ryanair, TAROM, Wizz Air

Ryanair, TAROM, +1 more

Friday

Ryanair, TAROM, Wizz Air

Ryanair, TAROM, +1 more

Saturday

Ryanair, TAROM, Wizz Air

Ryanair, TAROM, +1 more

Sunday

Ryanair, TAROM, Wizz Air

Ryanair, TAROM, +1 more

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Direct returns

Bucharest Otopeni Intl to Madrid Barajas

Monday

Ryanair, TAROM, Wizz Air

Ryanair, TAROM, +1 more

Tuesday

Ryanair, TAROM, Wizz Air

Ryanair, TAROM, +1 more

Wednesday

Ryanair, TAROM, Wizz Air

Ryanair, TAROM, +1 more

Thursday

Ryanair, TAROM, Wizz Air

Ryanair, TAROM, +1 more

Friday

Ryanair, TAROM, Wizz Air

Ryanair, TAROM, +1 more

Saturday

Ryanair, TAROM, Wizz Air

Ryanair, TAROM, +1 more

Sunday

Ryanair, TAROM, Wizz Air

Ryanair, TAROM, +1 more

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Reviews of the top 3 airlines serving from Madrid to Bucharest

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Madrid to Bucharest. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
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6.8
RyanairOverall score based on 5175 reviews
6.0Food
7.5Crew
6.5Comfort
5.6Entertainment
6.7Boarding
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Staff were very professional. Much better than the outgoing flight from Dublin. Seat cushions were practically non existent. Making for a very uncomfortable flight.

8.0 Excellentwilliam, Sep 2025PMI - DUB
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Staff were very professional. Much better than the outgoing flight from Dublin. Seat cushions were practically non existent. Making for a very uncomfortable flight.

The flight was 1h delayed. There was a flight attendant making announcements in the cabin, but it was impossible to understand whether the information was important or not. (Although whatever she was saying, it was clearly meant to be communicated to the passengers.) From the way she spoke, it sounded like Spanish, but only thanks to catching one word out of every five or six — mumbled through her teeth — I realized she was actually speaking English. It was quite embarrassing

From boarding to disembarking, the whole operation was very efficient.

Passengers next to me insisted I change seats so they could sit together. I had to frequently move so that when the sear belt sign was on I was in my proper seat! I was returning from helping my mum with my dad's things after his sudden death and didn't feel like arguing with the other passengers.

They were extremely unprofessional and unhelpful at check in. They did not understand laws related to Spanish residents flying with family It was very discriminatory the way we were treated.

I didn't know that all connecting flights require online check-in two hours in advance, so I was fined 55 euros. This is a lesson learned.

There isn’t any entertainment. The food and drink was available for a price. I didn’t buy any.

The table at my seat was dirty, the crew was nice, the boarding was swift. An average Ryanair experience but this time the plane was not properly cleaned between flights.

Cabin crew couldn’t be less interested. Cabin manager was the most arrogant and the rudest I’ve encountered in many years.

Flight got delayed and they didn’t keep us informed all the time.

delayed flight, bag was delivered earlier than I landed, no even water was offered during the flight...

The 50 € boarding fees per ticket are completely unjustified. I lost all my savings because I arrived at the counter barely 5 minutes late (2hrs and 55mine before departure). This feels like an unnecessary penalty. It's especially disappointing considering the initial flight was canceled by WizzAir. I expect a partial refund of the 196 € paid for the boarding.

Boarding kept us waiting for ~15 minutes in the sleeve. Other than that, excellent for a low cost carrier.

Low cost carrier, you get what you pay for. Cardboard-quality seat, no recline, minimum pitch, bus-to-board service (no jetbridge), and overworked/underpaid flight attendants. But, they got the job done on-time with no major catastrophes.

The behavior of the front desk and lack of explanation of hidden fees and prices in emails send pre-flight marred things up. 1 star

2 hours delay, very disappointing, at least they didn’t cancel at all as they do often

I miss my flight due to boarding pass won’t load up

Flight schedule was modified and the final departure time delayed.

Big delay because of the weather but communication not so good. Boarding already late (due to tight schedule on Wizz side). When you get in you are hurried every second even if you still need a few seconds to arrange your bags. Food far away from how it looks in the catalogue and right on row 8 already out of chocolate although you are supposed to receive one for a menu. No replacement was offered.

The border control opens at 4:30 so there is no point in going in early as the wizz email suggests. Our flight utilized a plane with plastic seating which was really uncomfortable.

wifi was iffy at best. Movie selection could have been better

Boarding was chaotic and confusing. The seats were so close to the row in front that my knees were up against the seat in front of me the whole trip. The beverage service consisted of a small plastic cup of warm water. This was truly a very bad experience.

A basic, cheap flight from Bucharest to Prague. No Frills, but we got there safely.

It was cancelled you imbeciles! And then you have the gall to ask for reviews? Here! Have this review, you damned cretins!

Upgrade to business was great. The crew was nice. Disembarkation in Bucharest was very slow through the rear door to a bus to get to the terminal. The business lounge was not clean with bugs running on the floor.

I rated food and entertainment with the lower score because I did not have N/A. No food and entertainment from Bucharest to London.

Poor service ! Water need to be free and a little snack for 3.5 hour during the flight. Tarom company need to take lessons from Turkish Airlines.

There was extreme turbulence for 10-15 minutes a bit after takeoff, which of course is no one's fault. This was a short regional flight with no amenities except water. Departure and arrival wete close ro on-time. The Suceava airport is very small but pleasant and efficient. My baggage all the way from Washington DC, checked through Paris and Bucharest, arrived without a hitch. There was really nothing to complain about except a regrettable 5+-hour layover in Bucharest.

This experience was atypical. The flight left three hours late because of engine technical issues, which meant a very long wait. Unrealistic announcements made it worse by discoursgong leavimg for water, reatrrom, etc. But the crew did its best and apart from the delay, it was not a bad flight. Good entertainment and drink service.In the end, I made my connection anyway.

Pros: "The crew and the flight from Bucharest to Istanbul"
Cons: "The airplane from Athens to Bucharest wa terrible, very old, smelling bad, not maintained, and noisy"

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