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Overview: Zurich to Bucharest flight

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Flights from Zurich to Bucharest depart on average 73 times per day, taking around 3h 20m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at £24 if you book in advance.

There are 2 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 04:30, the last at 22:25. The fastest flight covers the 1394 km distance in 2h 25m. May is the cheapest month to fly.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
1394 km
Average flight duration
3h 20m
Cheapest ticket price
£24
Flights per day
73
Direct flights
2
Fastest flight
2h 25m
First flight
4:30
Last flight
22:25
Cheapest Month
May
Cheapest Day
Sun
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Fri
Least Busy Day
Mon
Best time to book
35 days
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
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The cheapest and fastest flights from Zurich to Bucharest

Showing times and prices for 28 May

Cheapest price

£45

Average price

£361

Fastest journey

2 h 20 m

Average duration

2 h 36 m

Flights per day

48

Distance

1394 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Zurich to Bucharest is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Zurich to Bucharest will cost around £361 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap flight tickets today for only £45.

Fast flights

Of the 48 flights that leave Zurich for Bucharest every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct flights cover the 1394 km distance in an average of 2 h 36 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 2 h 20 m .

The slowest flights will take 3 h 30 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

  • Wizz Air MaltaW43090
    8:102h25
    EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg
    11:35Aurel Vlaicu International Airport
    £451One-way
    0 changes
  • Wizz Air MaltaW43104
    15:052h25
    EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg
    18:30Aurel Vlaicu International Airport
    £591One-way
    0 changes
  • Lot Polish AirlinesLO410 · LO639
    19:5526h20
    Zurich Airport
    23:15Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport
    £1191One-way
    1 change
  • Lot Polish AirlinesLO410 · LO645
    19:5520h50
    Zurich Airport
    17:45Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport
    £1191One-way
    1 change
  • Lot Polish AirlinesLO410 · LO643
    19:554h55
    Zurich Airport
    1:50Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport
    £1191One-way
    1 change

Travel Information

Compare train, coach and flight for Zurich to Bucharest

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Zurich to Bucharest among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £45. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 20m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach is your best bet as it emits only 1.4 - 3.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £45, and a train costs an average of £308.

Distance: 1394 km

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£156

Average Price

£97

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Cheapest

£308

Average Price

6h 20m

Average total duration

Fastest

3h 20m

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3h 0m

Additional time*

32h 55m

Average total duration

32h 25m

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30m

Additional time*

31h 28m

Average total duration

30h 58m

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30m

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4.2 - 8.4kg

CO2 emissions

1.4 - 3.5kg

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Live departures

Zurich to Bucharest flight times

The table below shows live departures for Zurich to Bucharest flights for today, Wednesday 27 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
British AirwaysBA759 · BA87811:50 EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg
12h30
1:20 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport1 change
KLMKL1920 · KL137711:50 Zurich Airport
12h05
0:55 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport1 change
KLMKL1920+taromKL271711:50 Zurich Airport
10h55
23:45 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport1 change
SwissLX188812:00 Zurich Airport
2h20
15:20 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport0 changesdirect
Lot Polish AirlinesLO5054 · LO64512:10 Zurich Airport
4h35
17:45 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport1 change
Lot Polish AirlinesLO5054 · LO64112:10 Zurich Airport
24h40
13:50 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport1 change
Lot Polish AirlinesLO5054 · LO63912:10 Zurich Airport
10h05
23:15 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport1 change
Austrian AirlinesOS136 · OS69712:25 Zurich Airport
4h40
18:05 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport1 change
SwissLH5765+LufthansaLH165213:15 Zurich Airport
4h20
18:35 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport1 change
Austrian AirlinesOS138 · OS69713:20 Zurich Airport
3h45
18:05 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport1 change
KLM CityhopperKL1922+KLMKL137714:20 Zurich Airport
9h35
0:55 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport1 change
KLM CityhopperKL1922+taromKL271714:20 Zurich Airport
8h25
23:45 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport1 change
KLM CityhopperKL1946+KLMKL137314:25 EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg
21h35
13:00 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport1 change
KLM CityhopperKL1946+KLMKL137714:25 EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg
9h30
0:55 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport1 change
KLM CityhopperKL1946+taromKL270114:25 EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg
24h00
15:25 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport1 change
KLM CityhopperKL1946+taromKL271714:25 EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg
8h20
23:45 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport1 change
Air FranceAF1615 · AF108814:50 Zurich Airport
7h35
23:25 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport1 change
Air FranceAF1615+taromAF663914:50 Zurich Airport
6h45
22:35 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport1 change
British AirwaysBA735 · BA87815:30 Zurich Airport
8h50
1:20 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport1 change
Qatar AirwaysQR96 · QR21916:10 Zurich Airport
15h45
8:55 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport1 change
SwissLH5767+LufthansaLH165416:55 Zurich Airport
7h15
1:10 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport1 change
Lot Polish AirlinesLO5056 · LO64517:00 Zurich Airport
23h45
17:45 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport1 change
Lot Polish AirlinesLO5056 · LO63917:00 Zurich Airport
5h15
23:15 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport1 change
Lot Polish AirlinesLO5056 · LO64117:00 Zurich Airport
19h50
13:50 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport1 change
SwissLH5753+LufthansaLH142217:10 Zurich Airport
5h20
23:30 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport1 change
KLMKL1924 · KL137717:35 Zurich Airport
6h20
0:55 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport1 change
Austrian AirlinesOS142+Air BalticOS69918:00 Zurich Airport
5h10
0:10 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport1 change
LufthansaLH1197 · LH142218:05 Zurich Airport
4h25
23:30 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport1 change
KLM CityhopperKL1948+KLMKL137318:30 EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg
17h30
13:00 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport1 change
KLM CityhopperKL1948+KLMKL137718:30 EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg
5h25
0:55 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport1 change
KLM CityhopperKL1948+KLMKL137518:30 EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg
21h50
17:20 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport1 change
KLM CityhopperKL1948+taromKL270118:30 EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg
19h55
15:25 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport1 change
Austrian AirlinesOS144+Air BalticOS69918:55 Zurich Airport
4h15
0:10 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport1 change
SwissLH5751+LufthansaLH165419:15 Zurich Airport
4h55
1:10 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport1 change
KLMKL1926 · KL137319:25 Zurich Airport
16h35
13:00 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport1 change
British AirwaysBA763 · BA87419:45 EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg
17h50
14:35 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport1 change
Lot Polish AirlinesLO410 · LO63919:55 Zurich Airport
26h20
23:15 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport1 change
Lot Polish AirlinesLO410 · LO64519:55 Zurich Airport
20h50
17:45 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport1 change
Lot Polish AirlinesLO410 · LO64119:55 Zurich Airport
16h55
13:50 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport1 change
VuelingQR8142+Qatar AirwaysQR138 · QR22121:10 Zurich Airport
41h10
15:20 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport2 changes
VuelingQR8142+Qatar AirwaysQR142 · QR22121:10 Zurich Airport
41h10
15:20 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport2 changes
SwissLX188621:50 Zurich Airport
2h20
1:10 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport0 changesdirect
Thursday 28 May
British AirwaysBA765 · BA8786:10 EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg
17h10
0:20 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport1 change
SwissLH5737+LufthansaLH14186:55 Zurich Airport
4h55
12:50 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport1 change
British AirwaysBA741 · BA8787:15 Zurich Airport
16h05
0:20 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport1 change
SwissLH5749+LufthansaLH16507:15 Zurich Airport
3h45
12:00 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport1 change
Austrian AirlinesOS148 · OS6937:30 Zurich Airport
3h55
12:25 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport1 change
Austrian AirlinesOS148+Air BalticOS6957:30 Zurich Airport
6h40
15:10 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport1 change
Wizz Air MaltaW430908:10 EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg
2h25
11:35 Aurel Vlaicu International Airport0 changesdirect
LufthansaLH1183 · LH14168:15 Zurich Airport
7h05
16:20 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport1 change
Austrian AirlinesOS132+Air BalticOS6958:50 Zurich Airport
5h20
15:10 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport1 change
Air DolomitiLH1185+LufthansaLH14169:25 Zurich Airport
5h55
16:20 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport1 change
Air SerbiaJU331 · JU1069:30 Zurich Airport
16h35
3:05 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport1 change
Lot Polish AirlinesLO412 · LO64110:30 Zurich Airport
26h20
13:50 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport1 change
Lot Polish AirlinesLO412 · LO64310:30 Zurich Airport
14h20
1:50 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport1 change
Lot Polish AirlinesLO412 · LO63910:30 Zurich Airport
11h45
23:15 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport1 change
Lot Polish AirlinesLO412 · LO64510:30 Zurich Airport
6h15
17:45 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport1 change
Austrian AirlinesOS134+Air BalticOS69510:40 Zurich Airport
3h30
15:10 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport1 change
Austrian AirlinesOS134 · OS69710:40 Zurich Airport
6h25
18:05 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport1 change

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Airlines: Swiss, Air Serbia, Air Baltic, KLM, Helvetic Airways, Air France, Lot Polish Airlines, pegasus from Zurich to BucharestFind the best flights between Zurich to Bucharest with Omio's travel partners Swiss, Air Serbia, Air Baltic, KLM, Helvetic Airways, Air France, Lot Polish Airlines, pegasus from £24. We can find you the best deals, schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the best trip.

Swiss

About
Swiss is Switzerland’s leading airline, offering Economy and Business Class fares for your next trip.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 20m
Cheapest Price
£284
Swiss frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
1 carry-on bag (8 kg max) and 1 personal item included in Economy Classic and above.
Additional luggage
Additional bags can be purchased, prices vary by route and timing of purchase.
Cancellation Policy
Refund depends on fare type - Economy Light non-refundable, Economy Classic/Business partially refundable with fee.
Pregnant on board
Travel permitted until end of 36th week for single pregnancies, end of 32nd week for multiple pregnancies. Medical certificate required after 28th week.
Unaccompagned minor
Unaccompanied minor service available for children aged 5-11 (mandatory) and 12-17 (optional). Service fee applies.
Amenities on board the airplane
Wifi
Food sold onboard
USB plugs
Accessibility
Swiss provides assistance for passengers with reduced mobility. Wheelchair assistance available upon request.
Pets
Small pets in cabin (up to 8 kg including container), larger animals in hold. Advance booking required.
Entertaiment on board
Learn more about Swiss

Air France

About
Air France is the national flag carrier of France and one of Europe’s leading airlines, connecting travelers to destinations across Europe, the Americas, Asia, Africa, and the Middle East. Operating from its main hub at Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport, Air France offers a modern fleet with services ranging from affordable Economy fares to Premium Economy and Business Class featuring spacious seating, fine dining, and lounge access. Known for its French hospitality and style, Air France combines comfort, service, and global connectivity for both business and leisure travelers.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
7h 10m
Cheapest Price
£113
Air France frequency
6 a day
Luggage included
1 cabin bag (55x35x25cm) + 1 accessory (40x30x15cm) included in standard tickets
Additional luggage
Additional checked baggage can be purchased, with varying fees based on route and timing of purchase
Cancellation Policy
Refunds depend on ticket type - Basic tickets non-refundable, Flex tickets refundable with fee, Business fully refundable
Pregnant on board
Flying permitted until end of 36th week for single pregnancies, end of 32nd week for twins. Medical certificate required after 28th week
Unaccompagned minor
Children aged 5-14 can travel as UM with mandatory service. Ages 15-17 optional. Service must be booked in advance
Amenities on board the airplane
Wifi
Food sold onboard
USB plugs
Accessibility
Air France provides assistance for passengers with reduced mobility through their Saphir service, requiring 48h advance notice
Pets
Small pets under 8kg allowed in cabin, larger ones in hold, service animals accepted
Entertaiment on board
Learn more about Air France

Air Serbia

About
Air Serbia is the national flag carrier of Serbia, with its main hub at Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport. The airline's origins trace back to Aeroput, established in 1927, making it one of the oldest airlines in Europe. Rebranded as Air Serbia in 2013 after a partnership with Etihad Airways, the airline has since modernized its fleet and expanded its network. Air Serbia operates scheduled, seasonal, and charter flights to over 90 destinations across Europe, the Mediterranean, North America, Asia, and Africa. They offer both passenger and cargo services, and in cooperation with partner airlines, extend their reach to international destinations in Asia, Australia, North America, and Africa. The airline is a member of the International Air Transport Association (IATA).
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 45m
Cheapest Price
£87
Air Serbia frequency
5 a day
Luggage included
1 piece of hand luggage (8kg, 55x40x23cm) and 1 personal item (40x30x20cm) included in standard ticket.
Additional luggage
Additional checked baggage can be purchased, with varying fees based on route and timing of purchase.
Cancellation Policy
Refundable tickets can be cancelled for a fee, non-refundable tickets cannot be cancelled but taxes may be refunded.
Pregnant on board
Pregnancy up to 28th week: no restrictions. From 28th to end of 36th week: medical certificate required. After 36th week: not allowed to fly.
Unaccompagned minor
Unaccompanied minor service available for children aged 5-16. Must be booked at least 24 hours before departure. Service fee applies.
Amenities on board the airplane
Wifi
USB plugs
Accessibility
Air Serbia provides special assistance for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair assistance and support throughout the journey.
Pets
Small pets in cabin (up to 8kg including carrier) or cargo hold for larger animals.
Entertaiment on board

Air Baltic

About
AirBaltic is the flag carrier of Latvia and a leading hybrid airline in the Baltics, combining aspects of traditional network and low-cost carriers. Founded in 1995, it operates a modern fleet of Airbus A220-300 aircraft, connecting the Baltics from hubs in Riga, Tallinn, Vilnius, and Tampere to over 70 destinations across Europe, the Middle East, North Africa, and the Caucasus. The company is majority-owned by the Latvian state. AirBaltic is recognized for its commitment to passenger experience, having received awards for cabin service and being among the world's safest airlines. In a pioneering move, AirBaltic became the first European airline to offer free high-speed SpaceX Starlink internet on its flights in February 2025.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
9h 35m
Cheapest Price
£127
Air Baltic frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
1 cabin bag (55x40x23 cm) max 8kg
Additional luggage
Checked baggage up to 23kg can be purchased
Cancellation Policy
Refundable tickets available with Premium fare, Basic tickets non-refundable but changeable for fee
Pregnant on board
Until week 36, medical certificate required after week 28
Unaccompagned minor
Available for children aged 5-17, must be booked at least 48h in advance, service fee applies
Amenities on board the airplane
Wifi
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance available for passengers with reduced mobility, must be requested at least 48h before departure
Pets
Small pets in cabin, max 8kg including carrier, must be booked in advance
Entertaiment on board
Learn more about Air Baltic

KLM

About
KLM Royal Dutch Airlines is the flag carrier of the Netherlands and the world’s oldest airline still operating under its original name. Based in Amsterdam Schiphol Airport, KLM connects travelers to destinations across Europe, Asia, Africa, and the Americas. Its modern fleet offers comfort for every type of journey—from affordable Economy fares with in-flight entertainment and WiFi to Premium Comfort and Business Class with extra space, dining, and lounge access. With a reputation for excellent service and global connectivity, KLM is a trusted choice for international travel.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 0m
Cheapest Price
£107
KLM frequency
12 a day
Luggage included
1 carry-on bag (max 55x35x25 cm) and 1 personal item (max 40x30x20 cm)
Additional luggage
Checked baggage can be purchased, max 23kg per piece
Cancellation Policy
For Light fares: no refund. For Standard/Flex fares: cancellation possible with fee, partial refund available
Pregnant on board
Pregnant women can fly until 36th week (32nd for multiple pregnancies). Medical certificate required after 28th week
Unaccompagned minor
KLM accepts unaccompanied minors aged 5-17. Service must be booked in advance. Fee applies. Not available on codeshare flights
Amenities on board the airplane
Wifi
USB plugs
Accessibility
KLM provides assistance for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair assistance and special assistance during boarding and disembarking
Pets
Small pets in cabin (max 8kg including carrier), larger animals in hold
Entertaiment on board
Learn more about KLM

Lot Polish Airlines

About
LOT Polish Airlines, legally Polskie Linie Lotnicze LOT S.A., is the flag carrier of Poland and one of the world's oldest airlines, founded in 1928. It is a founding member of IATA and joined the Star Alliance in 2003. With its main hub at Warsaw Chopin Airport, LOT serves over 97 destinations across Europe, Asia, and North America with a fleet of 87 aircraft as of June 2025. The airline is recognized for operating one of Europe's youngest fleets and was the first European operator of the Boeing 787 Dreamliner.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 55m
Cheapest Price
£296
Lot Polish Airlines frequency
9 a day
Luggage included
1 carry-on bag (8kg, 55x40x23cm) and 1 personal item (40x35x12cm)
Additional luggage
Additional checked baggage can be purchased, with fees varying by route and timing of purchase
Cancellation Policy
Refunds depend on ticket type - flex tickets offer full refund, economy tickets are non-refundable but taxes can be reclaimed
Pregnant on board
Pregnant women can travel up to 32nd week without medical certificate, up to 36th week with medical certificate issued max 7 days before flight
Unaccompagned minor
Children aged 5-11 can travel as UM with mandatory assistance. Service must be booked at least 48h before departure
Amenities on board the airplane
Wifi
USB plugs
Accessibility
LOT provides assistance for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair assistance and special seating arrangements
Pets
Small pets under 8kg allowed in cabin, larger animals in cargo hold. Must be booked in advance
Entertaiment on board
Learn more about Lot Polish Airlines

pegasus

About
Pegasus Airlines is a Turkish low-cost airline headquartered in Istanbul. Founded in 1990 as a charter airline, it was acquired by Esas Holding in 2005 and relaunched as a scheduled low-cost carrier. Pegasus aims to provide affordable point-to-point transportation on short and medium-range flights, establishing a wide network with high frequency. As of July 2024, Pegasus operates flights to 148 destinations in 53 countries across Europe, Asia, and North Africa. The airline is known for its young fleet and focus on punctual departures.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 35m
Cheapest Price
£173
pegasus frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
1 personal item (35x20x20 cm) included
Additional luggage
Additional cabin bag and checked baggage available for purchase
Cancellation Policy
Full refund available within 24 hours of booking for flights more than 7 days away
Pregnant on board
Pregnant women can fly up to 28th week without medical clearance, between 28-35 weeks require medical certificate, not allowed after 36th week
Unaccompagned minor
Children aged 7-12 can travel as unaccompanied minors with service fee. Must be booked at least 48 hours in advance.
Amenities on board the airplane
Wifi
USB plugs
Accessibility
Pegasus provides assistance for passengers with reduced mobility. Wheelchair service is available.
Pets
Small pets in cabin, max 8kg including carrier. Must be booked in advance.
Entertaiment on board
Learn more about pegasus

Helvetic Airways

About
Helvetic Airways is a Swiss regional airline established in 2003, headquartered in Kloten with its fleet stationed at Zurich Airport. It operates short and medium-haul flights to European and North African destinations, focusing on leisure markets not served by other carriers. Helvetic Airways also conducts scheduled flights on behalf of Swiss International Air Lines and Lufthansa. The airline is known for its modern, environmentally friendly fleet, primarily consisting of Embraer E-Jet aircraft, and emphasizes Swiss quality, efficiency, punctuality, and customer service.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Helvetic Airways frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
1 piece of hand luggage (max 8kg) included
Additional luggage
Additional checked baggage can be purchased, max 23kg per piece
Cancellation Policy
Refunds available depending on fare type, some tickets non-refundable
Pregnant on board
Pregnant women can travel up to end of 36th week, medical certificate required after 28th week
Unaccompagned minor
Children aged 5-11 can travel unaccompanied with mandatory assistance service, must be booked in advance
Amenities on board the airplane
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance available for passengers with reduced mobility, must be requested at least 48h before departure
Pets
Small pets allowed in cabin, max 8kg including carrier

FAQs: Zurich to Bucharest flights

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zurich to Bucharest by flight. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest flight, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Bucharest, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap plane tickets from Zurich to Bucharest can start from as little as £24 when you book in advance. The average flight ticket price for Zurich to Bucharest is £156; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by plane from Zurich to Bucharest is 2h 25m to travel the 1394 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest flight from Zurich to Bucharest leaves at 4:30. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The latest flight from Zurich to Bucharest leaves at 22:25.
Yes, there are 2 direct flights a day from Zurich to Bucharest with Swiss, Air Baltic, Helvetic Airways. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct flights.
When taking a flight from Zurich to Bucharest, you can count on Swiss, Air Serbia, Air Baltic, KLM, Helvetic Airways, Air France, Lot Polish Airlines, pegasus for the best way to get you to Bucharest. You can also check all possible airlines who offer a service between Zurich and Bucharest and compare the amenities they offer before buying a plane ticket.
Flights from Zurich to Bucharest generally leave from Zurich Airport and arrive in Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport .Zurich Airport is 1 km away from Zurich city centre and Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport is 2 km from Bucharest city centre.
The cheapest month for a flight from Zurich to Bucharest is May.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Zurich and Bucharest including taking a train, coach and flight.
Since both Zurich and Bucharest are in the Schengen Area, a passport is not required for European Union (EU) or Schengen-associated country citizens. A national ID card is sufficient.
There is a time difference of 1 h between Zurich and Bucharest all year round.
For international flights we recommend to arrive 2.5 to 3 hours before departure. Please check the website of your departure airport if in doubt. Some airports may offer booking time slots for security checks or offer additional information on when to get there based on time of day.
Most airlines permit carry-on bags that fit within specific dimensions (e.g., 22 x 14 x 9 inches or 56 x 36 x 23 cm), including handles and wheels. Bags must fit in the overhead bin or under the seat in front of you.
Many airlines impose weight limits, commonly ranging between 7 kg (15 lbs) and 12 kg (26 lbs). Typically, passengers are allowed one carry-on bag and one personal item (for example a purse, laptop bag, or backpack). Personal items must fit under the seat in front of you. Budget Airlines (like Ryanair or Wizz Air) have stricter size and weight limits, often requiring fees for larger carry-ons. Full-Service Airlines have more lenient policies, sometimes including more spacious dimensions or higher weight limits depending on your ticket class.
The list of items prohibited on an airplane varies by country and airline, but in general, the following items are not allowed in carry-on or checked baggage: Weapons and self-defence items, sharp objects, flammable materials, explosives, toxic substances, or liquids over 100ml (except for medications and baby essentials). In checked baggage, firearms (without authorization), explosives, large lithium batteries, and hazardous chemicals are prohibited. Electronic cigarettes must be in carry-on bags, while alcohol and dry ice have restrictions. Always check with your airline for specific regulations.

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Important Stations and Airports in Zurich and Bucharest

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Bucharest
The major airport for departures in Zurich is Zurich Airport. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Zurich Airport for your trip from Zurich to Bucharest.
Zurich Airport (ZRH)WifiShoppingParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityWCShowerLoungeLost and Found Office
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address
Address
8058 Zürich-Flughafen, Switzerland
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
carConnection
Car connection
A51, Exit 6
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi available for 2 hours; additional time can be purchased.
Shopping
Shopping
  • Shops located in Airside Center, including duty-free and luxury brands like Gucci and Hermès.
Parking
Parking
  • Parking available in P1, P2, and P3, approximately 5.2€ (CHF 5) per hour.
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the terminal.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps, assistance.
WC
WC
  • Available throughout the airport, including accessible facilities.
Shower
Shower
  • Yes
Lounge
Lounge
  • Lounges available, including Swiss and Aspire Lounges, with amenities like food and showers.
Lost and Found Office
Lost and Found Office
  • Located in Service Center, open daily.
Public transport options for Zurich Airport
  • Train: S2, S16, S24
  • Tram: 10, 12
  • Bus: 768, 759

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