Cheap Flights from Cairo to Bucharest Otopeni

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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Cairo Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $503. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Cairo to Bucharest Otopeni

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Cairo to Bucharest Otopeni flights are currently cheapest in December.

Direct flights from Cairo to Bucharest Otopeni

Cairo to Bucharest Otopeni: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Cairo to Bucharest below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Bucharest Otopeni.

Cairo to Bucharest: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$378
Cheapest month to flyDecember
Average flight time3 hrs, 20 mins
Most popular airlineTAROM
Average flights per week4

Finding cheap flights from Cairo to Bucharest Otopeni: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Cairo to Bucharest Otopeni is $378. 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 20 minutes is the average flight time from Cairo to Bucharest Otopeni.
TAROM flies direct from Cairo to Bucharest Otopeni.
As of June 2026, there are 4 flights per week flying from Cairo to Bucharest Otopeni.
The cheapest month to fly from Cairo to Bucharest Otopeni is usually December.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Cairo Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Airport on Wednesday, 2 December 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 20 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 Otopeni 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.
Currently, Aegean Airlines and TAROM offer the cheapest flight tickets to Bucharest Otopeni.

Travelling from Cairo Airport (CAI) to Bucharest Otopeni Airport (OTP): what you need to know

  • Jump on a direct flight from Cairo Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours 50 minutes.

  • Cairo and Bucharest share the UTC+2 timezone. That means there's no time difference to adjust for.

  • Flights from CAI to OTP start at 03:30 — the first with TAROM. The latest departure is at 04:30 with TAROM. Overall, you can take your pick of four weekly Cairo Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Airport flights.

  • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your CAI to OTP flight.

  • Travelling during a peak time such as August? Public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

  • TAROM is your gateway to discovering Bucharest (and perhaps some other great corners of Romania!). Check out the direct flights from Cairo Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Airport offered by this airline.

  • The airline that tops the list for bookings on this route is TAROM.

  • TAROM is the most punctual carrier that operates CAI to OTP flights. A reliable 88.0% of its services on this route arrive on time.

  • We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Cairo Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Stopovers between CAI and OTP include:

    • Istanbul Airport

    • Athens International Airport

    • Istanbul Sabiha Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Cairo Airport (CAI) to Bucharest Otopeni Airport (OTP)

  • The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Cairo Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Airport flight is $204. A return fare is currently $378. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.

  • To pick up cheap tickets from CAI to OTP, book your journey four months ahead of your planned departure.

  • The cheapest month for flights from Cairo Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Airport is September. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have a flexible schedule.

  • Save time searching for cheap flights from CAI to OTP by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a new discounted fare appears.

  • Select your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Cairo Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Airport.

Handy information about Cairo Airport (CAI)

  • When it comes to Cairo Airport's on-time performance, 65% of flights complete their journey on time.

  • To get to Cairo Airport from central Cairo, it'll take around 45 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 23 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • Expect a trip time of around 1 hour when using public transport.

  • Booked an early flight from Cairo Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near CAI:

Arriving at Bucharest Otopeni Airport (OTP)

Getting from Bucharest Otopeni Airport (OTP) to central Bucharest

  • Bucharest Otopeni Airport to central Bucharest has a drive time of around 30 minutes. It's approximately 16 kilometres away.

  • If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 35 minutes.

When to fly to Bucharest Otopeni Airport (OTP)

  • It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Cairo Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Bucharest. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in March.

  • The warmest month in Bucharest is August, with the temperature ranging between 17ºC and 34ºC. Lock in your flights from Cairo Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.

  • January sees average temperatures of between -9ºC and 8ºC. Look for cheap tickets from CAI to OTP sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.

Explore more of Romania

  • Bucharest is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Romania just waiting to be explored. About 322 kilometres north of Bucharest, a visit to Iasi will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with attractions like Galata Monastery, The Catholic Cathedral Saint Mary and Monastery of the Three Holy Hierarchs.

  • Around 322 kilometres north-west of Bucharest, Cluj-Napoca is another essential stop in Romania. No visit is complete without checking out St. Michael's Church, Museum Square and Romanian Orthodox Church of Transfiguration.

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