Cheap Flights From Newcastle To Bucharest
People take this route for work, family visits and holidays between Britain and Romania. You will need a connecting flight since there are no direct services from Newcastle airport to Otopeni International in the capital city. The journey typically involves one stop through another European hub.
Prices found on this route
Lowest fare found per airline in recent searches — click to search that date on kissandfly.com
| Airline | Flight | Rating | Date | Price from | Search |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| with a stop | — | 6 Nov 2026 | from $145 | Search 6 Nov 2026 | |
| with a stop | ★★★★★ 4.3 | 2 Nov 2026 | from $251 | Search 2 Nov 2026 | |
| with a stop | — | 2 Nov 2026 | from $269 | Search 2 Nov 2026 | |
| with a stop | ★★★★★ 3.6 | 5 Nov 2026 | from $317 | Search 5 Nov 2026 | |
| with a stop | — | 14 Dec 2026 | from $340 | Search 14 Dec 2026 | |
| with a stop | ★★★★★ 4.4 | 21 Dec 2026 | from $402 | Search 21 Dec 2026 | |
| with a stop | ★★★★★ 4.0 | 2 Nov 2026 | from $440 | Search 2 Nov 2026 | |
| with a stop | ★★★★★ 4.1 | 6 Nov 2026 | from $451 | Search 6 Nov 2026 | |
| with a stop | — | 30 Jan 2027 | from $627 | Search 30 Jan 2027 | |
| with a stop | ★★★★★ 4.7 | 30 Jan 2027 | from $763 | Search 30 Jan 2027 |
Source: fares found by Tickets Travel Network search engines, snapshot of 26 October 2026. Prices are converted to USD at an approximate rate; the exact price is shown on the booking site.
Price by month
Lowest fare found for each month in recent searches. Cheapest month: September — from $256.
| Month | Price from | Date | |
|---|---|---|---|
| October 2026 | from $1,247 | 28 Oct 2026 | |
| November 2026 | from $440 | 2 Nov 2026 | |
| December 2026 | from $1,251 | 2 Dec 2026 | |
| January 2027 | from $627 | 30 Jan 2027 | |
| March 2027 | from $446 | 19 Mar 2027 | |
| May 2027 | from $395 | 27 May 2027 | |
| September 2027 | from $256 | 5 Sept 2027 |
Airports on this route
Distances are straight-line from the city centre
| City | Airport | To centre |
|---|---|---|
| Newcastle | Newcastle NCL | 9 km |
| Bucharest | Otopeni International OTP | 15 km |
Route on the map
When to fly
Book about two months ahead for better fares on this eastern route. January tends to be the cheapest month when demand is lower after the holiday season. Avoid school holidays and Christmas periods when prices rise significantly. Weekday departures often cost less than weekends.
Airlines and what to expect
Jet2 and Easyjet operate from Newcastle, while full-service carriers like British Airways, Lufthansa, KLM Royal Dutch Airlines, Aer Lingus and Emirates handle most connections through their hubs. HOP! and Eurowings provide additional European options. Sun Express adds another connection point for the journey.
Arriving — Bucharest
Arriving late at Otopeni International changes your arrival experience in Bucharest. The airport sits north of the city centre with taxi or shuttle bus services available into town. Consider checking your hotel transfer arrangements if landing after midnight when public transport is limited.
Before you go: Romania
- Currency
- RON (rumen leu)
- Power sockets
- Type C, F · 230 V
- Language
- Romanian
- Emergency number
- 112
- Driving side
- right
- Calling code
- +40
- Internet domain
- .ro
- EU / Schengen
- EU member, Schengen area
- Population of Bucharest
- 1.7 M (2021)
- Time zone
- UTC+02 (Europe/Bucharest)
Country facts: Wikidata
Check before you book
- Check if your low-cost fare includes checked baggage before booking.
- Verify which Newcastle airport your departure uses, though this route uses one main terminal.
- Ensure connection flights are on the same ticket to avoid missing transfers.
- Confirm visa requirements for entry into Romania if applicable.
- Consider whether January weather might affect your travel plans.
Frequently asked questions
Newcastle – Bucharest: when is it cheapest to fly?
The lowest price in recent searches was found for September 2027 — $256. Prices change daily; check the live price in the search.
Newcastle – Bucharest: which airlines fly this route?
Airlines with offers on this route: Jet2, KLM Royal Dutch Airlines, HOP!, Sun Express, British Airways, Lufthansa, Eurowings, Easyjet, Aer Lingus, Emirates.
Newcastle – Bucharest: are there direct flights?
Only connecting flights were available in recent searches.
How long is the flight from Newcastle to Bucharest?
The distance is about 2,290 km, so a non-stop flight takes roughly 3 h 15 min. Only connecting flights were found recently; a stop adds a few hours.
Which airports serve Newcastle – Bucharest?
Newcastle: Newcastle (NCL). Bucharest: Otopeni International (OTP).
What is the time difference between Newcastle and Bucharest?
Bucharest is 2 h ahead of Newcastle.
Newcastle — more routes
| To | Airline | Flight | Date | Price from |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Krakow | Ryanair | direct | 31 Dec 2026 | from $28 |
| Milan | Ryanair | direct | 13 Dec 2026 | from $28 |
| Malaga | Ryanair | direct | 4 Nov 2026 | from $34 |
| Paris | Easyjet | direct | 1 Jan 2027 | from $42 |
| Barcelona | Ryanair | direct | 30 Jul 2027 | from $155 |
| Budapest | KLM Royal Dutch Airlines | with a stop | 18 Feb 2027 | from $203 |
| Berlin | KLM Royal Dutch Airlines | with a stop | 4 Dec 2026 | from $206 |
Bucharest — flights from other cities
Nearby alternatives
Airports within reach of Newcastle / Bucharest that also have this destination — sometimes far cheaper
| Route | Distance | Flight | Date | Price from |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Edinburgh → Bucharest | 148 km from Newcastle | direct | 21 Jan 2027 | from $47 |
| Manchester → Bucharest | 171 km from Newcastle | direct | 20 Nov 2026 | from $64 |
| Leeds → Bucharest | 131 km from Newcastle | direct | 20 Nov 2026 | from $73 |