SFO - OTP

$393 Find Cheap Flights from San Francisco to Bucharest - Compare and Save

1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Save 21% or more on flights. Compare deals from all over the web.

Never overpay with our price tracking tools.

Filter searches by price, airline and more to find your best flights.

Everything you should know

Cheapest round-trip
$800
Typical prices: $690-$1,057
Lufthansa
Mon 11/26Sat 12/8
SFO - OTP • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$393
Typical prices: $456-$647
Multiple Airlines
Tue 9/25
SFO - OTP • 3 stops
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between San Francisco and Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
Insights
Insights
When to book
21 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 21 weeks in advance save around 28% compared to booking last minute.
Insights
Insights
When to travel
April
Cheapest • 27% price drop
July
Most popular
Good to know
+1
Good to know
+1
Top layover airports
Istanbul (IST)
Cheapest • Avg $815 (round-trip)
Warsaw Frederic Chopin (WAW)
Shortest trip • 15h 58m (one-way)
Insights
Insights
Start a new search
KAYAK searches 100s of sites at once to find you the best travel deals.
We hope you love your trip to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport!
Flight Deals
Booking Insights
Flight Deals

Cheap Flights from San Francisco to Bucharest (SFO-OTP)

 
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent round-trip flight deals from San Francisco to Bucharest

Thu, Nov 26 - Tue, Dec 8
Lufthansa Logo
9:40 pm - 1:00 amSFO  San Francisco-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl
17h 20m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
Lufthansa Logo
6:00 am - 12:35 pmOTP  Bucharest Otopeni Intl-SFO San Francisco
16h 35m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
$800Lufthansa
Sun, Dec 6 - Sun, Dec 13
Lufthansa Logo
9:40 pm - 1:00 amSFO  San Francisco-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl
17h 20m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
Lufthansa Logo
6:00 am - 12:35 pmOTP  Bucharest Otopeni Intl-SFO San Francisco
16h 35m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
$800Lufthansa
Fri, Nov 27 - Wed, Dec 9
Delta Logo
3:10 pm - 11:15 pmSFO  San Francisco-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl
22h 05m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 11:45 amOTP  Bucharest Otopeni Intl-SFO San Francisco
15h 45m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
$801Delta
Fri, Nov 27 - Fri, Dec 11
Delta Logo
3:10 pm - 11:15 pmSFO  San Francisco-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl
22h 05m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 11:45 amOTP  Bucharest Otopeni Intl-SFO San Francisco
15h 45m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
$801Delta
Sun, Jan 24 - Sun, Feb 7
British Airways Logo
5:25 pm - 12:05 amSFO  San Francisco-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl
20h 40m1 stop London Heathrow
British Airways Logo
7:20 am - 2:55 pmOTP  Bucharest Otopeni Intl-SFO San Francisco
17h 35m1 stop London Heathrow
$805British Airways
Wed, Nov 25 - Sun, Dec 6
British Airways Logo
5:25 pm - 12:05 amSFO  San Francisco-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl
20h 40m1 stop London Heathrow
British Airways Logo
7:20 am - 2:55 pmOTP  Bucharest Otopeni Intl-SFO San Francisco
17h 35m1 stop London Heathrow
$806British Airways
Mon, Oct 19 - Mon, Nov 2
Turkish Airlines Logo
12:50 pm - 8:15 pmSFO  San Francisco-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl
21h 25m1 stop Istanbul
Turkish Airlines Logo
10:10 am - 5:30 pmOTP  Bucharest Otopeni Intl-SFO San Francisco
17h 20m1 stop Istanbul
$810Turkish Airlines
Tue, Oct 13 - Tue, Oct 27
Turkish Airlines Logo
6:45 pm - 8:15 pmSFO  San Francisco-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl
15h 30m1 stop Istanbul
Turkish Airlines Logo
10:10 am - 5:30 pmOTP  Bucharest Otopeni Intl-SFO San Francisco
16h 20m1 stop Istanbul
$819Turkish Airlines
Mon, Oct 12 - Tue, Oct 20
SWISS Logo
7:35 pm - 1:10 amSFO  San Francisco-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl
19h 35m1 stop Zurich
SWISS Logo
4:10 pm - 4:15 pmOTP  Bucharest Otopeni Intl-SFO San Francisco
34h 05m1 stop Zurich
$820SWISS
Wed, Oct 14 - Wed, Oct 28
SWISS Logo
7:35 pm - 1:10 amSFO  San Francisco-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl
19h 35m1 stop Zurich
SWISS Logo
6:30 am - 5:30 pmOTP  Bucharest Otopeni Intl-SFO San Francisco
20h 00m1 stop Zurich
$821SWISS
Booking Insights

Price, demand and travel trends for San Francisco to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from San Francisco to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport with more confidence.

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

Round-trip flights from San Francisco to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport start at $800. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $690 to $1,057. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $800 on Lufthansa.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Francisco to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport?

Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Francisco to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport, it is 10% cheaper than the average day. Saturday is the most expensive day with flight prices 21% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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

  • April is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport at $631 round-trip.
  • June ($1,076) and July ($979) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 70% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from San Francisco to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport the cheapest?

Flights from San Francisco to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport are cheapest 21 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 28% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Find deals

Key details for San Francisco to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$393
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 22% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 13% increase in price.
Flight from San Francisco to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport

When to book flights from San Francisco to Bucharest

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from San Francisco to Bucharest based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated round-trip price

Your San Francisco to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from San Francisco to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport?

    Flights from San Francisco to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport usually depart from San Francisco (SFO) and arrive at Bucharest Otopeni Intl (OTP).

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from San Francisco to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport?

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from San Francisco to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport:

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • Which airports do connecting flights from San Francisco to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from San Francisco to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Istanbul (IST) - 52% of one-stop connections
    • Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) - 11% of one-stop connections
    • Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) - 10% of one-stop connections
    • Frankfurt am Main (FRA) - 8% of one-stop connections

    Istanbul (IST) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from San Francisco to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 26% on the San Francisco to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $788 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $1,057, a difference of $269. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What popular places can I visit in Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport are Bucharest City Centre, Palace of the Parliament and Arena Națională. These are among the most viewed places in Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport on KAYAK.

  • How expensive are last-minute San Francisco to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 12% above the route average of $869. Book 21 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from San Francisco to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport?

    A nonstop flight from San Francisco to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport takes 0h 00m, covering 6,422 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from San Francisco to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • Have flight prices from San Francisco to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $800 to $7,908. That means the highest observed fare was about 10x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from San Francisco to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from San Francisco to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about $533.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from San Francisco to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport?

    Flying via Warsaw Frederic Chopin (WAW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 15h 58m, compared with 16h 49m via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) and 17h 16m via Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC).

  • What is the time difference between San Francisco and Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport?

    Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport is 10 hours ahead of San Francisco (Eastern European Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What car rental options are available at Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport (OTP)?

    Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport (OTP) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $1 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · Klass Wagen
    · Pricecarz
    · Payless
    · ADDCAR RENTAL
    · Sixt

  • How much should I expect to pay for a San Francisco to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport flight?

    Round-trip flights from San Francisco to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport range from $690 to $1,057, with an average of $869 over the past 12 months. Anything below $690 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking San Francisco to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure instead of Saturday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $788 - about $269 less than Saturday (25% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 21 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 28% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your San Francisco to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport trip for April. Fares historically average $631 round-trip in that month - typically $445 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport.
    - Hilton Garden Inn Bucharest Airport

Everything you need to know for your flight from San Francisco to Bucharest

Information on your arrival and departure airports

San Francisco (SFO)
Otopeni Intl (OTP)