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Flight deals from London Stansted to Bucharest

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from London Stansted Airport to Bucharest? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from RM154. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Bucharest.RM75 per passenger.Departing Tue, 9 Jun.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from London Stansted on Tue, 9 Jun, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM75, select.
Bucharest.RM84 per passenger.Departing Thu, 7 May.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from London Stansted on Thu, 7 May, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM84, select.
Bucharest.RM91 per passenger.Departing Tue, 21 Apr.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from London Stansted on Tue, 21 Apr, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM91, select.
Bucharest.RM121 per passenger.Departing Sun, 30 Aug.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from London Stansted on Sun, 30 Aug, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM121, select.
Bucharest.RM135 per passenger.Departing Mon, 21 Sep.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from London Stansted on Mon, 21 Sep, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM135, select.
Bucharest.RM144 per passenger.Departing Sat, 10 Oct.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from London Stansted on Sat, 10 Oct, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM144, select.
Bucharest.RM193 per passenger.Departing Sat, 13 Mar.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from London Stansted on Sat, 13 Mar, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM193, select.
Bucharest.RM201 per passenger.Departing Sun, 10 Jan.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from London Stansted on Sun, 10 Jan, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM201, select.
Bucharest.RM201 per passenger.Departing Sun, 8 Nov.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from London Stansted on Sun, 8 Nov, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM201, select.
Bucharest.RM203 per passenger.Departing Thu, 4 Feb.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from London Stansted on Thu, 4 Feb, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM203, select.
Bucharest.RM220 per passenger.Departing Wed, 2 Dec.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from London Stansted on Wed, 2 Dec, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM220, select.
Bucharest.RM288 per passenger.Departing Tue, 14 Jul.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from London Stansted on Tue, 14 Jul, arriving in Bucharest Baneasa.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM288, select.
Bucharest.RM326 per passenger.Departing Wed, 1 Jul.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from London Stansted on Wed, 1 Jul, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM326, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from London Stansted to Bucharest

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like London Stansted to Bucharest flights are currently cheapest in June.
Apr
from RM91
May
from RM84
Jun
from RM75
Jul
from RM288
Aug
from RM121
Sep
from RM135
Oct
from RM144
Nov
from RM201
Dec
from RM220
Jan
from RM201
Feb
from RM203
Mar
from RM193

Direct flights from London Stansted to Bucharest

Alternative London Stansted to Bucharest routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from London Stansted to Bucharest? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Bucharest Otopeni

15km from central Bucharest
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London to Bucharest: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundRM75
Cheapest month to flyJune
Average flight time3 hrs, 19 mins
Most popular airlineRyanair
Average flights per week34

Finding cheap flights from London Stansted to Bucharest: Frequently asked questions

There's one airport in Bucharest: Bucharest Otopeni.
The best price we found for a return flight from London Stansted to Bucharest is RM145. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
3 hours and 19 minutes is the average flight time from London Stansted to Bucharest.
Ryanair and Malta Air fly direct from London Stansted to Bucharest.
As of April 2026, there are 34 flights per week flying from London Stansted to Bucharest.
The cheapest month to fly from London Stansted to Bucharest is usually June.
If you're flying from London Stansted Airport, the cheapest airport near Bucharest is Bucharest Otopeni – which is 14.8 km away from the centre of Bucharest. We've found flights into this airport from RM145.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from London Stansted Airport to Bucharest on Tuesday, 9 June 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 19 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Bucharest but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Bucharest is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In April, the average temperature is usually around 12°C. July is typically the warmest month in Bucharest, when it usually averages around 31°C. You can expect the least rain in February. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging -5°C. The rainiest month is June.
Currently, Ryanair offers the cheapest flight tickets to Bucharest.

Travelling from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Bucharest: what you need to know

  • Around 3 hours 20 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from London Stansted Airport to Bucharest.

  • Bucharest is two hours ahead of London, where London Stansted Airport is located. Bucharest observes the UTC+2 timezone.

  • There are 21 services a week between London Stansted Airport (STN) and Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP). This is the most popular flight route.

  • For a relaxed start to your STN to Bucharest flight, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.

  • Travelling during a peak month such as August? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues and delays at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

  • Direct London Stansted Airport to Bucharest tickets are available for booking. Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) is where you'll step off the plane.

  • Take to the skies with Ryanair. This airline offers direct flights from London Stansted Airport to Bucharest.

  • Consider adding a stopover to potentially unlock a cheaper plane ticket from STN to Bucharest. All you need to do is uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular options:

    • Vienna International Airport (VIE)

    • Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)

    • Pisa Galileo Galilei Airport (PSA)

  • Located around 48 kilometres from the centre of London, STN can be reached in about 1 hour 5 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.

  • Searching for a hotel close to STN? If you're catching an early flight from London Stansted Airport to Bucharest, these stays will get you from your pillow to the plane in no time:

  • 80% of flights leaving London Stansted Airport land at their destination as planned. With its solid on-time performance, you're unlikely to face delays when taking off from STN.

How to find the cheapest flights from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Bucharest

  • RM75 is currently the best price for a one-way London Stansted Airport to Bucharest flight. A return plane ticket starts from RM145. These fares may change depending on availability and demand.

  • Lock in cheap flights from STN to Bucharest by booking one month ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.

  • June is the best month for scoring an incredible deal on London Stansted Airport to Bucharest tickets. If you're looking to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.

  • Locking in a cheap flight from STN to Bucharest is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic notifications and we'll let you know when a better deal is available.

  • Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from London Stansted Airport to Bucharest by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest.'

Airports in Bucharest

Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)

  • The distance from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) to central Bucharest is roughly 16 kilometres. It takes about 30 minutes to reach the centre driving.

  • When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 35 minutes.

  • Consider staying in a hotel near OTP if you have a late flight from London Stansted Airport to Bucharest. Pick one of these options and make your first night all about rest:

  • Lock in the best rate by reserving your vehicle from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport around one week ahead of your flight from STN to Bucharest.

Baneasa Airport (BBU)

  • If you're staying in central Bucharest (or just can't wait to start exploring), the city is around 8 kilometres from Baneasa Airport (BBU). Keep an eye out for any information desks to get directions after disembarking your flight from London Stansted Airport to Bucharest.

  • Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel close to BBU. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your STN to Bucharest flight:

  • Avoid potential price surges. Securing your ride two weeks ahead of your arrival at BBU can land you a better rate.

Best time to go to Bucharest

  • It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from London Stansted Airport to Bucharest. July is the most popular month for a trip to Bucharest. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in January.

  • Lock in a London Stansted Airport to Bucharest plane ticket with a departure in August to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 17ºC (63ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).

  • For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from STN to Bucharest in January when temperatures average between -9ºC (16ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF).

More about Bucharest

  • Once you've booked your flight from London Stansted Airport to Bucharest, find a hotel that offers both comfort and a great location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Bucharest:

  • Museum of the Palace of the Parliament and Caru' cu Bere are a couple of popular attractions to add to your Bucharest itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at National Bank of Romania Museum.

Explore more of Romania

  • Bucharest has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Romania just waiting to be discovered. About 322 kilometres north of Bucharest, a trip to Iasi will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading attractions like Galata Monastery, The Catholic Cathedral Saint Mary and Monastery of the Three Holy Hierarchs.

  • If you want to check out another well-known destination in Romania, consider Cluj-Napoca, about 322 kilometres northwest of Bucharest. St. Michael's Church, Museum Square and Romanian Orthodox Church of Transfiguration are key reasons to visit.

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