Travelling from Bucharest to Seattle: what you need to know
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) is Bucharest's main airport. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Bucharest to Seattle leaving from here.
Arrive in Seattle at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) or Lake Union Sea Plane Base (LKE).
To ensure you catch your flight from Bucharest to Seattle, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Delays at security and check-in are likely if you're jetting off during high season, so give yourself some extra wiggle room. A good general rule for peak periods? Get there up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
To enter United States for tourism purposes, you'll need an embassy visa if you have a passport from Romania. However, visa rules are subject to change and other documentation may be needed depending on the purpose and duration of your visit. Always check the latest guidelines before booking your cheap flight from Bucharest to Seattle.
Flying from Bucharest
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
We make it simple to book a flight from Bucharest to Seattle with a stopover. To see the options leaving from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply select a flight with a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Major stopovers include:
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
OTP is about 21 kilometres from central Bucharest. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 34 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be approximately 1 hour and 36 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your travels? Stay near Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Bucharest to Seattle or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving in Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) is around 23 kilometres from the centre of Seattle. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is around 18 minutes.
Getting there on public transport takes about 54 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Bucharest to Seattle. Stay at one of these accommodation options near SEA instead:
Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE)
The centre of Seattle is located around 3 kilometres from Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE). Once your flight from Bucharest to Seattle has hit the runway and you've made your way to arrivals, the drive should take about 11 minutes.
The trip will take approximately 23 minutes on public transport.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel near LKE. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your flight from Bucharest to Seattle:
How to find the cheapest flights from Bucharest to Seattle
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Bucharest to Seattle is C$628. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$1,016. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares could change.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Bucharest to Seattle if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest tickets from Bucharest to Seattle throughout the month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
Log into your online account or use the app to set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know straight away if there's a better deal on this route. It's simple to do, and it'll save you time looking for cheap flights from Bucharest to Seattle every day.
Tailor your flights using filters. Pick your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Bucharest to Seattle.
Best time to go to Seattle
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Bucharest to Seattle. July is the busiest month to visit Seattle. If you prefer a more relaxed atmosphere, go in May.
Schedule your flight from Bucharest to Seattle for August if you'd like to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Seattle to range from 12ºC to 28ºC.
Look for cheap flights from Bucharest to Seattle in February if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -1ºC and 11ºC on average.
More about Seattle
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Seattle right here. Check out these hotels after you've booked your flight from Bucharest to Seattle:
Gas Works - Lake View Point and Queen Anne Bowl Playfield are just the start of the popular attractions to put on your Seattle to-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at LMN Architects.
Complete your Seattle trip with a car rental
Explore our range of car rentals once you've booked your hotel and cheap flight from Bucharest to Seattle. Whether you want an economy ride, a standard vehicle or something in between, you can compare companies in one go to get the best deal.
