Flying from Chicago to Bucharest: what you need to know
Chicago is home to two main airports where you can kick off your travels. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Chicago to Bucharest flying out of O'Hare International Airport (ORD) or Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW).
Hop off the plane at Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP), the chief entry point to Bucharest.
To ensure you catch your flight from Chicago to Bucharest, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months such as August and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
If you have a passport from United States and plan to travel to Romania for tourism purposes, you won't need a visa. However, visa and entry requirements may vary based on the length of your trip and are subject to change. For the latest rules, contact your destination's nearest consulate or embassy before booking a cheap flight from Chicago to Bucharest.
Flying from Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your trip — and perhaps even explore a different city. When browsing flights from Chicago to Bucharest departing from O'Hare International Airport, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Popular options include:
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
ORD is around 40 kilometres from central Chicago. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 54 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel near O'Hare International Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Chicago to Bucharest, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure gate:
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
Visit family or friends or just take a moment to stretch your legs with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your flight from Chicago to Bucharest, here's where you can stop when heading out from O'Hare International Airport:
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Chicago to MDW in around 46 minutes. The airport is roughly 19 kilometres away, and making the journey by car takes approximately 21 minutes.
Start your vacation sooner with an additional night away from home. Before your flight from Chicago to Bucharest, take it easy in one of these hotels close to Chicago Midway International Airport:
Arriving in Bucharest
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) to central Bucharest is roughly 21 kilometres. It takes about 34 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It takes around 1 hour and 36 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
Consider staying in a hotel near OTP if you're catching a late flight from Chicago to Bucharest. Check in to one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Bucharest
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Bucharest is C$429. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$852. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares could change.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap flights from Chicago to Bucharest if you book early. Airlines often have some amazing early bird discounts.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price across every month when looking for your ticket from Chicago to Bucharest.
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Play around with filters to find your ideal journey. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Chicago to Bucharest, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
Best time to go to Bucharest
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Chicago to Bucharest. July is the busiest month for a trip to Bucharest. If you prefer a quieter atmosphere, go in April.
The warmest month in Bucharest is August, with temperatures ranging between 17ºC and 33ºC. Book your flights from Chicago to Bucharest in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
January sees average temperatures of between -9ºC and 8ºC. Look for cheap flights from Chicago to Bucharest sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Bucharest
Start your Bucharest trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Chicago to Bucharest, explore our selection of hotels including:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. Old Town, Herastrau Park and Romanian Athenaeum (Ateneul Roman) are major attractions which should be on any well-planned Bucharest itinerary.
Complete your Bucharest trip with a car rental
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