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Cheapest return flight
£234
Typical prices: £322-£582
AJet, Pegasus Airlines
Wed 28/11Wed 5/12
DXB - OTP • 1 stop
Cheapest direct flights
£575
Typical prices: £321-£584
flydubai
Sun 4/2Thu 8/2
DXB - OTP • Direct
Direct flights
You can fly direct with flydubai and Wizz Air. Average duration is 5h 35m
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Avoid delays
Most punctual • 75% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 22 weeks in advance save around 65% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 29% price drop
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Top stopover airports
Cheapest • Avg £391 (return)
Shortest trip • 7h 28m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Dubai to Bucharest (DXB-OTP)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Dubai to Bucharest

Sat, 28 Nov - Sat, 5 Dec
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06:55 - 18:15DXB  Dubai Intl-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl
13h 20m1 stop Ankara Esenboga
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08:05 - 01:45OTP  Bucharest Otopeni Intl-DXB Dubai Intl
15h 40m1 stop Antalya
£234Multiple Airlines
Sat, 28 Nov - Sat, 5 Dec
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06:55 - 20:15DXB  Dubai Intl-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl
15h 20m2 stops Ankara Esenboga Istanbul
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08:05 - 01:45OTP  Bucharest Otopeni Intl-DXB Dubai Intl
15h 40m1 stop Antalya
£286Multiple Airlines
Sat, 28 Nov - Sat, 5 Dec
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06:55 - 21:55DXB  Dubai Intl-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl
17h 00m3 stops Ankara Esenboga Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Chișinău Intl
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08:05 - 01:45OTP  Bucharest Otopeni Intl-DXB Dubai Intl
15h 40m1 stop Antalya
£294Multiple Airlines
Sat, 28 Nov - Sat, 5 Dec
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06:55 - 21:55DXB  Dubai Intl-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl
17h 00m3 stops Ankara Esenboga Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Chișinău Intl
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06:40 - 02:15OTP  Bucharest Otopeni Intl-DXB Dubai Intl
17h 35m2 stops Charleroi Brussels Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
£335Multiple Airlines
Thu, 26 Nov - Fri, 4 Dec
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03:25 - 10:20DXB  Dubai Intl-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl
8h 55m1 stop Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
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11:15 - 02:15OTP  Bucharest Otopeni Intl-DXB Dubai Intl
13h 00m1 stop Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
£348Pegasus Airlines
Wed, 3 Feb - Mon, 8 Feb
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03:25 - 10:50DXB  Dubai Intl-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl
9h 25m1 stop Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
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15:35 - 02:15OTP  Bucharest Otopeni Intl-DXB Dubai Intl
8h 40m1 stop Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
£356Pegasus Airlines
Sun, 6 Dec - Sat, 12 Dec
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11:55 - 13:25DXB  Dubai Intl-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl
27h 30m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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10:40 - 03:50OTP  Bucharest Otopeni Intl-DXB Dubai Intl
15h 10m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
£374Qatar Airways
Sat, 28 Nov - Sat, 5 Dec
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06:55 - 18:15DXB  Dubai Intl-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl
13h 20m1 stop Ankara Esenboga
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23:05 - 06:05OTP  Bucharest Otopeni Intl-DXB Dubai Intl
5h 00mdirect
£392Multiple Airlines
Wed, 3 Feb - Mon, 8 Feb
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03:25 - 10:50DXB  Dubai Intl-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl
9h 25m1 stop Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
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15:35 - 02:15OTP  Bucharest Otopeni Intl-DXB Dubai Intl
8h 40m1 stop Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
£421Pegasus Airlines
Thu, 24 Dec - Tue, 12 Jan
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22:25 - 06:40DXB  Dubai Intl-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl
10h 15m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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10:40 - 03:50OTP  Bucharest Otopeni Intl-DXB Dubai Intl
15h 10m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
£435Qatar Airways
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Dubai to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport flights

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Dubai to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport. It's 23% cheaper than the average day, while Wednesday is the most expensive, with prices 14% higher.

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

•January is the cheapest month to fly from Dubai to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport at £325 return.
•May (£598) and August (£583) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 84% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Dubai to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport the cheapest?

Flights from Dubai to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport are cheapest 22 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 65% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Expert advice for your flight from Dubai to Bucharest

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
Our travel experts
Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

Expert on OTP

An avid traveller 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.

Jessica Macdonald

Jessica Macdonald

Expert on DXB

Currently based in Scotland after living in South Africa and the United States, Jessica has been writing travel and aviation content for more than 10 years. She regularly contributes to Travel + Leisure and TripSavvy, and has had work published by Condé Nast Traveller and The Independent. She has travelled to more than 50 countries across six continents.

Key details for Dubai to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport flights

Low season

October

Cheapest flight

£137
Beat the crowds with an average 55% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 41% increase in traveller numbers.
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Your Dubai to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Dubai to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Dubai to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport:

    • Earliest: departs at 03:25 and lands at 09:00
    • Latest: departs at 21:05 and lands at 02:40.

    The flight takes about 5h 35m.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Dubai to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport?

    Only Economy class is available on flights from Dubai to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport.

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

    A direct flight from Dubai to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport takes 5h 35m, covering 2,107 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Dubai 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.

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

    Return flights from Dubai to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport range from £322 to £582, with an average of £458 over the past 12 months. Anything below £322 counts as a good deal.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 10% above the £458 route average. Book 22 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by having a stopover when flying from Dubai to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport?

    On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average £391 return via Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen (SAW), compared with £468 for direct.

  • How does on-time performance compare across airlines flying from Dubai to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport?

    flydubai is the only airline operating Dubai to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport flights. 75% of its flights are on time.

  • What is the standard checked bag allowance on flights from Dubai to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport?

    There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge £21–£74 for the first checked bag in Economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Dubai to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport?

    The Boeing 737 MAX 8 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by flydubai and Emirates. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A220-300 variants.

  • How are flight departures from Dubai to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Dubai to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport flights, with 34% leaving in that window. Evening departures account for 33%, Night flights for 33%, and Afternoon flights for 0%.

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

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about £234 to £2,251. That means the highest observed fare was about 10x higher than the lowest one.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Dubai to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport flights?

    Two airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on Dubai to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport flights:

    • flydubai
    • Emirates

    Pricing varies by airline and fare class. Some plans are included with the ticket or loyalty programme, while others are paid add-ons priced by flight length.

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

    One-way fares from Dubai to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about £329.

  • Which car hire options are available at Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport (OTP)?

    Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport (OTP) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates averaging £14 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Klass Wagen
    • Pricecarz
    • Payless
    • Sixt
    • ADDCAR RENTAL

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

    Flights from Dubai to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport usually depart from Dubai Intl (DXB) and arrive at Bucharest Otopeni Intl (OTP).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Dubai to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport?

    Evening flights have the fewest delays on this route, while morning departures tend to have the most.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed on the route from Dubai to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Dubai to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport route, 25% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 2h 17m.

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

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

    • Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen (SAW) – 50% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul (IST) – 23% of one-stop connections
    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 14% of one-stop connections
    • Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) – 9% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 33% on flights from Dubai to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport. Monday is the cheapest departure day at £355 return on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at £523, a difference of £168.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • Which airlines fly from Dubai to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport?

    2 airlines operate flights between Dubai and Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

    • flydubai
    • Wizz Air

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Dubai to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport?

    Flying via Istanbul (IST) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 7h 28m, compared to 9h 05m via Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) and 10h 47m via Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen (SAW).

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

    Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport is 2 hours behind Dubai (Eastern European Time vs Gulf Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

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

    Some of the most popular sights in Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport are Romanian Patriarchal Cathedral, Piata Unirii, and Sala Palatului. These are among the most viewed places in Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Dubai to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport flights?

    Among airlines operating Dubai to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport flights:

    • Wizz Air: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Dubai to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • flydubai: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
    • Wizz Air: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
    • Emirates: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class

    Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking Dubai 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 are flexible, aim for a Monday departure and avoid flying on Wednesday. On this route, Monday flights average £355, about £168 less than Wednesday fares (32% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 22 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 65% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Dubai to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport trip for January. Fares historically average £325 return in that month – typically £273 less than the most expensive month, which is May (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport (SAW) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest stopover option averages £391 return on this route – about £78 less than direct flights (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

Prefer to fly direct from Dubai to Bucharest?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Dubai Intl Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Dubai Intl to Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Monday

flydubai,Wizz Air

flydubai,Wizz Air

Tuesday

flydubai,Wizz Air

flydubai,Wizz Air

Wednesday

flydubai,Wizz Air

flydubai,Wizz Air

Thursday

flydubai,Wizz Air

flydubai,Wizz Air

Friday

flydubai,Wizz Air

flydubai,Wizz Air

Saturday

flydubai,Wizz Air

flydubai,Wizz Air

Sunday

flydubai,Wizz Air

flydubai,Wizz Air

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Direct returns

Bucharest Otopeni Intl to Dubai Intl

Monday

flydubai,Wizz Air

flydubai,Wizz Air

Tuesday

flydubai,Wizz Air

flydubai,Wizz Air

Wednesday

flydubai,Wizz Air

flydubai,Wizz Air

Thursday

flydubai,Wizz Air

flydubai,Wizz Air

Friday

flydubai,Wizz Air

flydubai,Wizz Air

Saturday

flydubai,Wizz Air

flydubai,Wizz Air

Sunday

flydubai,Wizz Air

flydubai,Wizz Air

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