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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Chicago to Bucharest Otopeni Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $1,592. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Bucharest.$1,161 per passenger.Departing Sat, 10 Oct, returning Sat, 17 Oct.Return flight with Air Serbia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Serbia, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Sat, 10 Oct, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Inbound indirect flight with Air Serbia, departs from Bucharest Otopeni on Sat, 17 Oct, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,161, select.

Bucharest.$1,162 per passenger.Departing Sat, 26 Sep, returning Sat, 10 Oct.Return flight with Air Serbia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Serbia, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Sat, 26 Sep, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Inbound indirect flight with Air Serbia, departs from Bucharest Otopeni on Sat, 10 Oct, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,162, select.

Bucharest.$1,163 per passenger.Departing Mon, 31 Aug, returning Mon, 7 Sep.Return flight with Air Serbia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Serbia, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Mon, 31 Aug, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Inbound indirect flight with Air Serbia, departs from Bucharest Otopeni on Mon, 7 Sep, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,163, select.

Bucharest.$1,166 per passenger.Departing Mon, 24 Aug, returning Mon, 31 Aug.Return flight with Air Serbia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Serbia, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Mon, 24 Aug, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Inbound indirect flight with Air Serbia, departs from Bucharest Otopeni on Mon, 31 Aug, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,166, select.

Bucharest.$1,171 per passenger.Departing Mon, 7 Sep, returning Mon, 21 Sep.Return flight with Air Serbia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Serbia, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Mon, 7 Sep, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Inbound indirect flight with Air Serbia, departs from Bucharest Otopeni on Mon, 21 Sep, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,171, select.

Bucharest.$1,201 per passenger.Departing Wed, 23 Dec, returning Wed, 30 Dec.Return flight with Air Serbia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Serbia, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Wed, 23 Dec, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Inbound indirect flight with Air Serbia, departs from Bucharest Otopeni on Wed, 30 Dec, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,201, select.

Bucharest.$1,236 per passenger.Departing Tue, 27 Oct, returning Tue, 10 Nov.Return flight with Air France and KLM.Outbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Tue, 27 Oct, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Inbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Bucharest Otopeni on Tue, 10 Nov, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,236, select.

Bucharest.$1,236 per passenger.Departing Sun, 7 Mar, returning Fri, 9 Apr.Return flight with Air France and KLM.Outbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Sun, 7 Mar, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Inbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Bucharest Otopeni on Fri, 9 Apr, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,236, select.

Bucharest.$1,240 per passenger.Departing Wed, 11 Nov, returning Wed, 18 Nov.Return flight with Air France and KLM.Outbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Wed, 11 Nov, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Inbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Bucharest Otopeni on Wed, 18 Nov, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,240, select.

Bucharest.$1,241 per passenger.Departing Tue, 9 Feb, returning Tue, 16 Feb.Return flight with Air France and KLM.Outbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Tue, 9 Feb, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Inbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Bucharest Otopeni on Tue, 16 Feb, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,241, select.

Bucharest.$1,241 per passenger.Departing Sun, 6 Dec, returning Wed, 20 Jan.Return flight with Air France and KLM.Outbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Sun, 6 Dec, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Inbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Bucharest Otopeni on Wed, 20 Jan, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,241, select.

Bucharest.$1,242 per passenger.Departing Sun, 3 Jan, returning Tue, 12 Jan.Return flight with Air France and KLM.Outbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Sun, 3 Jan, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Inbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Bucharest Otopeni on Tue, 12 Jan, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,242, select.

Bucharest.$1,246 per passenger.Departing Tue, 26 Jan, returning Tue, 2 Feb.Return flight with United and Lufthansa.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Tue, 26 Jan, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Inbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Bucharest Otopeni on Tue, 2 Feb, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,246, select.

Bucharest.$1,247 per passenger.Departing Wed, 25 Nov, returning Wed, 9 Dec.Return flight with KLM.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Wed, 25 Nov, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Inbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Bucharest Otopeni on Wed, 9 Dec, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,247, select.

Bucharest.$1,262 per passenger.Departing Tue, 16 Mar, returning Fri, 19 Mar.Return flight with Air France.Outbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Chicago Midway on Tue, 16 Mar, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Inbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Bucharest Otopeni on Fri, 19 Mar, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,262, select.

Bucharest.$1,290 per passenger.Departing Thu, 15 Apr, returning Thu, 13 May.Return flight with Air France and KLM.Outbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Thu, 15 Apr, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Inbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Bucharest Otopeni on Thu, 13 May, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,290, select.

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Chicago to Bucharest Otopeni: Alternative routes

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

How much are return flights from Chicago to Bucharest Otopeni?

The best price we found for a return flight from Chicago to Bucharest Otopeni is $1,161. 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.

Which airlines fly direct from Chicago to Bucharest Otopeni?

Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Chicago to Bucharest Otopeni. But we found flights with one stop from $1,161.

How many flights are there a week from Chicago to Bucharest Otopeni?

As of June 2026, there are no flights flying from Chicago to Bucharest Otopeni.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Chicago to Bucharest Otopeni?

The cheapest month to fly from Chicago to Bucharest Otopeni is usually October.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Chicago to Bucharest Otopeni Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Chicago to Bucharest Otopeni Airport on Saturday, 10 October 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Chicago to Bucharest Otopeni Airport?

No airlines currently offer direct flights between Chicago and Bucharest Otopeni Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.

How can I find the best flight deal to Bucharest Otopeni?

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.

When is the best time to book flights to Bucharest?

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.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Chicago to Bucharest Otopeni with?

The cheapest airline that flies to Bucharest Otopeni is Air Serbia .

Flying from Chicago to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP): What you need to know

Bucharest is eight hours ahead of Chicago. Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport is located in Bucharest, which is in the UTC+2 timezone.
To ensure you catch your flight from Chicago to OTP, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
With more people on the move during busy periods like July, be at your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and as much as four for international journeys will help you deal with longer queues. Remember things also get busy during major holidays like Thanksgiving.

Airports in Chicago

Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)

Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Chicago to OTP. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD). Break up the journey at one of these popular airports:
- London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
- Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
- Munich Franz Joseph Strauss Airport (MUC)
The journey from central Chicago to ORD takes about 45 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a taxi, you'll cover the 27 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Booked an early flight from Chicago to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near Chicago O'Hare International Airport:
70% of flights that take off from Chicago O'Hare International Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
You'll find ORD at 10000 West O'Hare.

Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)

You can get to MDW from the centre of Chicago in approximately 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The ride on public transport takes roughly 30 minutes to cover the 16 kilometres or so.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before catching your Chicago to OTP flight? Relax in a hotel near Chicago Midway International Airport before your adventure officially begins. These stays have your key waiting:
76% of flights taking off from Chicago Midway International Airport arrive within the expected time frame.
MDW is located at 5700 South Cicero.

Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)

The trip to RFD from central Chicago is around 2 hours by public transport. If you're in a car, it'll take you about 1 hour 40 minutes to cover the 145 kilometres or so.
Rest a little longer, move a little slower, and still make your Chicago to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport flight with time to spare. These hotels near Chicago Rockford International Airport make departure day a breeze if you're flying out early:
Flights that depart from RFD arrive at their final stop within the scheduled time frame 71% of the time.
Chicago Rockford International Airport is located at 2 Airport Cir.

About Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)

Have a late flight from Chicago to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport? Don't let it end in exhaustion. Check in to one of these hotels near OTP and fast-forward to bedtime:
Booking your ride around one week in advance of your Chicago to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport flight can help you get a cheaper deal.

Getting from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) to central Bucharest

Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport is around 16 kilometres from central Bucharest. The time it takes to get to the centre in a taxi or car hire will depend on the time of day. Do a little research before you go.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 35 minutes.

How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)

At the moment, $568 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $1,161. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Chicago to OTP. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer your departure date, the more expensive your ticket may be.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest Chicago to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport tickets throughout the entire month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
Never miss a deal on plane tickets from Chicago to OTP by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification through the app when a lower fare pops up.
Hunt for savings on a flight from Chicago to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport with the help of the filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest.'

The best time to fly from Chicago to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)

It's time to decide when to book your flight from Chicago to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP). July is when most people travel to Bucharest. If you're all about a more relaxed kind of trip, think about going in January.
When booking your Chicago to OTP plane ticket, consider the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Bucharest, with temperatures ranging from 17ºC to 34ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Chicago to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport in January when temperatures are between -9ºC and 8ºC.

More about Bucharest

Start your Bucharest trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Chicago to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport, check out our selection of hotels including:
Caru' cu Bere and National Bank of Romania Museum are just the start of the major attractions to add to your Bucharest to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Museum of the Palace of the Parliament.

Explore more of Romania

Bucharest has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Romania just waiting to be explored. Around 177 kilometres west of Bucharest, a trip to Craiova will keep you on the go. Start with popular sights like "Alexandru Buia" Botanical Garden, Nicolae Romanescu Park and Craiova's Art Museum.