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Flights from New York to Bucharest - Travel Insights & Trends

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

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 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 February, where tickets cost £388 on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are June and July, where the average cost of tickets is £1,063 and £1,014 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport?

To calculate daily average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each day before departure over the last year for 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 month.
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 1 day before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 10 days before departure.

Which cabin class options are there for flights between New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport and Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport?

The average price of flights for each cabin class for the route found by users searching on KAYAK over the last 2 weeks.
There is only one cabin class option available for the route, which is Economy. Perform a search on KAYAK to find the latest prices and availability for all cabin fares, which differ across airlines.

Good to know - Cheap tickets from New York to Bucharest

Low season

January

High season

August
Best time to beat the crowds (22% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 10% lower on average.

When to book flights from New York to Bucharest

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from New York to Bucharest based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated return price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or returns 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 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.

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

    American Airlines, British Airways, and Iberia offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the New York to Bucharest flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from New York to Bucharest?

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

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

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

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

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

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to Bucharest with an airline and back to New York with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from New York 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 up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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Top tips for finding a cheap flight from New York to Bucharest

  • Looking for a cheap flight from Bucharest to New York? 25% of our users found flights on this route for Bucharest 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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