Checked offer from Athens to Bucharest (Romania): Flight, about 1h 35min, from €49.
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Practical tips
For Bucharest you do not need Piraeus, Rafina or Lavrio. Your departure point is Athens International Airport, so you cannot pick the wrong harbour. Double-check the airport name on your booking before you travel.
Summer ferries to the islands often sell out, and flights fill up in peak weeks too. Reserve your seat as soon as your dates are fixed, especially if you are connecting from an island trip.
If you come back from an island by boat, wind can cancel or delay crossings. Arrive in Athens the day before your flight rather than the same morning, so a late boat does not make you miss it.
Fare types differ between airlines, and the cheapest ticket may include only a small cabin bag. Read the baggage conditions before paying so that there are no surprise fees at the airport.
Carry your passport or national ID card in your hand luggage, and check the entry rules for your nationality before you fly. Keep your booking confirmation on your phone for check-in.
The journey experience
Going from Athens to Bucharest is a very different job from hopping between Greek islands. There is no ferry decision to make here, no port to second-guess and no timetable that changes with the season. The flight is the option to look at, and the figures for duration and price range are shown in the comparison table on this page.
The journey is a direct hop by air from Athens International Airport, which makes it the simplest way to cover this distance. You stay seated in one cabin, check in once and arrive in the Romanian capital without any change. Baggage rules differ a lot between airlines, so check the cabin and hold allowances before you pay, especially if you are travelling light with a backpack. Several carriers can serve this kind of route, so comparing a few fares is worthwhile.
My final tip: forget the Piraeus, Rafina or Lavrio question for this trip, because the departure point is the airport, not a Greek harbour. Book a few weeks ahead for the best fares, keep flexible dates if you can, and leave a comfortable margin on the day for the transfer and security checks. Once the ticket is confirmed, the rest of the trip is straightforward.
Frequently asked questions — Athens → Bucharest (Romania)
Flights from Athens to Bucharest start from €49, and typical fares go up to €121 depending on the date, the airline and how early you book. Prices tend to be higher in peak summer weeks, so booking ahead and staying flexible on dates usually gives you the best deal.
The flight takes about 1 h 35. That is the time in the air on a direct service, so add time for getting to the airport, checking in, security and boarding. Plan to be at the airport well before departure for a stress-free start.
The option listed for this route is the plane, and it is the practical choice: a direct flight of about 1 h 35, with fares from €49. It saves you from long overland legs and works well if you are finishing a Greek trip and moving on to Romania.
For this route you leave from Athens International Airport, not from Piraeus, Rafina or Lavrio, which are the ferry ports for the islands. Check the departure airport on your booking confirmation, and allow enough time to reach the airport from central Athens.
The flight listed for this route is direct, with a duration of about 1 h 35, so you do not need to change on the way. Your booking confirmation will show the exact flight details, so check them when you book.
Why visit Bucharest (Romania)?
- ✓ Tour the Palace of the Parliament, one of the world's largest administrative buildings, with its marble halls and huge chandeliers
- ✓ Wander the Lipscani Old Town, a maze of cobbled lanes, historic inns like Hanul lui Manuc, and lively bars and cafés
- ✓ Browse the Village Museum in Herăstrău Park, an open-air collection of authentic rural houses from all over Romania
- ✓ Admire the Romanian Athenaeum, a neoclassical concert hall, then visit the Cărturești Carusel bookshop with its white-tiered atrium
- ✓ Relax at Therme București, a huge thermal spa and water park just outside the city
When to visit Bucharest (Romania)?
CONTINENTAL CLIMATE
April to June and September to October — mild, sunny weather, ideal for walking, while summer can be very hot
What to do in Bucharest (Romania)?
Local experiences, must-see sights and activities selected for you
How long to visit Bucharest (Romania)?
Plan 2 to 3 days for Bucharest. In 2 days you can cover the Palace of the Parliament, the Old Town (Lipscani), Revolution Square and a stroll through Herăstrău Park or the Village Museum. With a third day, add the Cotroceni district, the Cismigiu Gardens or a day trip to Snagov or Brașov. Book the Parliament tour in advance with your passport and keep the evenings for the Old Town's bars and restaurants.
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