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Cheapest round-trip
$698
Typical prices: $607-$756
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Mon 9/7Sat 9/19
JFK - OTP • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$699
Typical prices: $632-$722
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Fri 10/16Wed 10/21
JFK - OTP • Non-stop
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Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat
You can fly direct with HiSky. Average duration is 8h 50m
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Cheapest • Avg $725 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 11h 03m (one-way)
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Most punctual • 24% on-time
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 4 weeks in advance save around 19% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 34% price drop
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Cheap Flights from John F Kennedy Intl to Bucharest (JFK-OTP)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from John F Kennedy Intl 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 John F Kennedy Intl to Bucharest

Mon, Sep 7 - Sat, Sep 19
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10:20 pm - 5:45 pm
JFK
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OTP
12h 25m
1 stop
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5:35 am - 8:20 pm
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21h 45m
1 stop
$698LOT
Mon, Sep 14 - Mon, Oct 19
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5:40 pm - 5:45 pm
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OTP
17h 05m
1 stop
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2:35 pm - 3:40 pm
OTP
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JFK
32h 05m
1 stop
$698LOT
Sun, Nov 8 - Sun, Nov 22
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9:00 pm - 3:50 pm
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OTP
11h 50m
1 stop
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6:30 am - 2:40 pm
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15h 10m
2 stops
$698SWISS
Fri, Nov 6 - Thu, Nov 19
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5:00 pm - 11:25 am
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OTP
11h 25m
1 stop
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7:15 am - 7:15 pm
OTP
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JFK
19h 00m
2 stops
$698Multiple Airlines
Sun, Sep 6 - Sun, Sep 27
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6:20 pm - 8:15 pm
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OTP
18h 55m
1 stop
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12:20 pm - 6:55 pm
OTP
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JFK
13h 35m
1 stop
$698Multiple Airlines
Fri, Oct 16 - Wed, Oct 21
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1:50 pm - 5:40 am
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OTP
8h 50mnonstop
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9:30 am - 12:20 pm
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JFK
9h 50mnonstop
$699HiSky
Thu, Dec 3 - Thu, Dec 17
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7:35 pm - 3:50 pm
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OTP
13h 15m
2 stops
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6:30 am - 1:15 pm
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JFK
13h 45m
1 stop
$699SWISS
Fri, Jan 8 - Sat, Jan 16
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5:30 pm - 12:30 pm
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OTP
12h 00m
1 stop
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6:00 am - 1:35 pm
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14h 35m
1 stop
$699Lufthansa
Mon, Nov 16 - Tue, Nov 24
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5:30 pm - 12:30 pm
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OTP
12h 00m
1 stop
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6:00 am - 1:35 pm
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JFK
14h 35m
2 stops
$699Lufthansa
Fri, Oct 16 - Wed, Oct 21
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1:50 pm - 5:40 am
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OTP
8h 50mnonstop
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9:30 am - 12:20 pm
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JFK
9h 50mnonstop
$700HiSky
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KAYAK's insights & trends for John F Kennedy Intl to Bucharest flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from John F Kennedy Intl 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 New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport 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 New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport departing in September.

Flight prices are typical for this route right now.

Flights to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport usually cost between $662 and $839 in September.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $697 on Multiple Airlines (Sep 8-Sep 19).

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from New York John F Kennedy Airport to Bucharest?

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

If your flying dates are flexible, you should consider flying to Bucharest on a Sunday, as we generally find the cheapest rates on that day for this route. On the other hand, Tuesday is the most expensive day to fly from New York John F Kennedy Airport to Bucharest. For your return ticket, we recommend flying on a Wednesday and avoiding Thursdays for the best deals.

What is the cheapest month to fly from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport 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 New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport 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 New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport is January, where tickets cost $422 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are July and June, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $895 and $785 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport 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.

No, with an average price for the route of $855, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

How far in advance should I book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport 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 New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport 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 New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport, you should book around 4 weeks before departure, which saves you about 19% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 23 weeks before departure.

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Low season

November

Cheapest flight

$341
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 7% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 39% increase in price.
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When to book flights from John F Kennedy Intl to Bucharest

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from John F Kennedy Intl to Bucharest based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated round-trip price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or round-trips with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking New York John F Kennedy Airport to Bucharest flights

  • What are the most popular layover cities on flights from New York John F Kennedy Airport (JFK) to Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)?

    Most airlines on this route offer one-stop flights from JFK to OTP, as there are no direct flights. The most common layover towns are Warsaw for LOT Polish Airlines, Istanbul when flying with Turkish Airlines, and Munich for Lufthansa flights.

  • Which hotels are close to Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)?

    If you get to Bucharest too late and need somewhere to rest for the night, there are several hotels nearby that you can book a stay. The Hilton Garden Inn Bucharest Airport and Vienna House Easy by Wyndham Bucharest Airport are only 5-7 minutes away from the airport.

  • Is long-term parking available at John F Kennedy Airport?

    Yes, it is. If you are planning to be in Bucharest for a while and need somewhere to park your car, John F Kennedy Airport (JFK) offers long-term parking facilities at a cost. This can be found at Lot 9 found at Lefferts Boulevard. This can also be booked before your date of travel using the airport’s ParkingAccess service.

  • Which eco-friendly airlines fly between New York (JFK) and Bucharest (OTP)?

    Most airlines have made a commitment to play their part in the reduction of carbon emissions by using sustainable products and fuel sources and improving fuel consumption. LOT Polish Airlines, KLM Royal Dutch Airlines, Turkish Airlines, and SWISS Airlines are some airlines on this route that have put sustainable travel at the forefront of their operations.

  • How many flights are there between New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport and Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport per day?

    There is a maximum of 1 nonstop flight a day that takes off from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport and lands in Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport, with an average flight time of 8h 50m. The most common departure time is 1:00 pm and most flights take off in the afternoon. Each week, there are 3 flights.

  • What is the cheapest flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport was $341 for a one-way ticket and $697 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between New York John F Kennedy Airport and Bucharest?

    A passport is required to fly from New York John F Kennedy Airport to Bucharest.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from New York John F Kennedy Airport to Bucharest?

    Delta, and SAUDIA offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the New York John F Kennedy Airport to Bucharest flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from New York John F Kennedy Airport to Bucharest?

    The Airbus A330 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the New York John F Kennedy Airport to Bucharest flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from New York John F Kennedy Airport to Bucharest?

    oneworld, SkyTeam, and Star Alliance are the airline alliances operating flights between New York John F Kennedy Airport and Bucharest, with oneworld being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from New York John F Kennedy Airport to Bucharest?

    You can catch a nonstop flight from New York John F Kennedy Airport to Bucharest on Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from New York to Bucharest, Delta or KLM?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from New York to Bucharest are Delta and KLM. With an average price for the route of $770 and an overall rating of 7.8, Delta is the most popular choice. KLM is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $731 and an overall rating of 7.8.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from New York John F Kennedy Airport 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 New York John F Kennedy Airport to Bucharest.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from New York John F Kennedy Airport to Bucharest?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Bucharest from New York John F Kennedy Airport 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 New York John F Kennedy Airport 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 New York John F Kennedy Airport with another airline. Booking your flights between New York John F Kennedy Airport 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 New York John F Kennedy Airport 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 New York John F Kennedy Airport 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 New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $483 or less one-way and $831 or less round-trip.
  • Upgrades from Economy seats to First-or Business Class are available on some airlines operating flights between New York John F Kennedy Airport (JFK) and Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) in Bucharest. LOT Polish Airlines and SWISS Airlines offer this option to their passengers where they can bid for an upgrade up to 48 hours prior to departure, and get a response 24 hours before takeoff.
  • There are no VISA requirements for the journey from New York to Bucharest, as long as your stay doesn’t extend for more than 90 days in any 180 days. However, your U.S. passport should be valid for at least three months after the day you leave.
  • Are you planning on staying at a hotel upon arrival in Bucharest? Consider traveling from JFK with Turkish Airlines or LOT Polish Airlines as they offer the option to bundle your flight ticket with a hotel booking at a discounted price.
  • In the event that you have an unaccompanied minor going to Bucharest (OTP) on their own from New York JFK, look into booking them a flight on Lufthansa Airlines. The airline has a care service that is compulsory for children aged between 5 and 11 years traveling unattended, which ensures that minors are well-taken care of before, during, and after the flight.
  • Getting to downtown Bucharest from OTP is made easy by the availability of buses that offer public transport. The bus stop can be found at the front of the Arrivals terminal. You can also get several taxi services, with the taxi stand situated at Arrivals, close to the exit of the main terminal. Additionally, you can choose to get a car rental from one of the agencies located in the passageway in the middle of the Departures and Arrivals terminal.

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