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$368+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Bucharest (BUH)

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SFO — BUH
Apr 2 — Apr 91
Wed 4/2
Wed 4/9
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San Francisco to Bucharest are usually found in September or November, booked 33 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Friday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to Bucharest

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) to Bucharest (BUH). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated March 28, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$686
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$368
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

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September

Average price

$723
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Bucharest
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Bucharest. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 28, 2025.

This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/257:40 pmSFO - OTP
1 stop15h 30mScandinavian Airlines
Wed 10/88:50 pmOTP - SFO
1 stop29h 40mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 3/26$678
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/2312:40 pmSFO - OTP
1 stop21h 45mTurkish Airlines
Wed 5/79:30 amOTP - SFO
1 stop17h 10mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 3/27$686
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/278:25 pmSFO - OTP
1 stop34h 25mMultiple Airlines
Tue 4/86:00 amOTP - SFO
2 stops25h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/27$691
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/272:50 pmSFO - OTP
1 stop15h 35mKLM
Thu 4/31:45 pmOTP - SFO
1 stop32h 00mKLM
Deal found 3/26$719
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/275:00 amSFO - OTP
2 stops33h 55mUnited Airlines
Thu 4/36:00 amOTP - SFO
2 stops37h 19mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/26$726
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/194:20 pmSFO - OTP
1 stop23h 05mBritish Airways
Fri 5/308:25 amOTP - SFO
1 stop18h 50mBritish Airways
Deal found 3/27$797
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/266:12 pmSFO - OTP
2 stops19h 38mAmerican Airlines
Fri 10/108:25 amOTP - SFO
2 stops23h 00mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/27$919
This CrystalTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CrystalTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/297:30 pmSFO - OTP
1 stop19h 35mSWISS
Fri 5/306:30 amOTP - SFO
1 stop19h 40mSWISS
Deal found 3/27$985
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/223:15 pmSFO - OTP
2 stops25h 50mITA Airways
Sun 6/110:50 amOTP - SFO
1 stop36h 25mITA Airways
Deal found 3/26$1,007
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/2812:47 amSFO - OTP
2 stops25h 23mDelta
Fri 5/306:30 amOTP - SFO
1 stop16h 20mDelta
Deal found 3/27$1,029
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/232:40 pmSFO - OTP
1 stop17h 15mLufthansa
Mon 8/412:40 pmOTP - SFO
2 stops22h 17mLufthansa
Deal found 3/27$1,087
This Air Serbia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air Serbia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/118:00 amSFO - OTP
2 stops33h 05mAir Serbia
Thu 9/254:05 pmOTP - SFO
2 stops41h 27mAir Serbia
Deal found 3/26$1,111

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco to Bucharest that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated March 28, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to Bucharest that are best for you.

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San FranciscoBucharest

SFO - OTP

SFOOTP

San Francisco

Wed 4/23

12:40 pm-8:25 pm

1 stop21h 45m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Wed 5/7

9:30 am-4:40 pm

1 stop17h 10m

$686

San FranciscoBucharest

SFO - OTP

SFOOTP

San Francisco

Wed 8/27

8:59 pm-9:10 pm

2 stops38h 11m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Wed 9/10

8:35 pm-4:30 pm

1 stop29h 55m

$689

San FranciscoBucharest

SFO - OTP

SFOOTP

San Francisco

Sun 5/11

7:40 pm-3:20 pm

3 stops33h 40m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Sun 5/18

8:00 pm-4:30 pm

2 stops30h 30m

$754

San FranciscoBucharest

SFO - OTP

SFOOTP

San Francisco

Mon 5/19

4:20 pm-1:25 am

1 stop23h 05m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Fri 5/30

8:25 am-5:15 pm

1 stop18h 50m

$797

San FranciscoBucharest

SFO - OTP

SFOOTP

San Francisco

Tue 4/29

7:30 pm-1:05 am

1 stop19h 35m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Fri 5/30

6:30 am-4:10 pm

1 stop19h 40m

$985

San FranciscoBucharest

SFO - OTP

SFOOTP

San Francisco

Thu 5/22

3:15 pm-3:05 am

2 stops25h 50m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Sun 6/1

10:50 am-1:15 pm

1 stop36h 25m

$1,007

San FranciscoBucharest

SFO - OTP

SFOOTP

San Francisco

Mon 4/28

12:47 am-12:10 pm

2 stops25h 23m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Fri 5/30

6:30 am-12:50 pm

1 stop16h 20m

$1,029

San FranciscoBucharest

SFO - OTP

SFOOTP

San Francisco

Wed 7/23

2:40 pm-5:55 pm

1 stop17h 15m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Mon 8/4

12:40 pm-12:57 am

2 stops22h 17m

$1,087

San FranciscoBucharest

SFO - OTP

SFOOTP

San Francisco

Fri 7/25

1:20 pm-7:05 pm

2 stops19h 45m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Fri 8/8

8:25 am-10:19 pm

2 stops23h 54m

$1,091

San FranciscoBucharest

SFO - OTP

SFOOTP

San Francisco

Thu 9/11

8:00 am-3:05 am

2 stops33h 05m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Thu 9/25

4:05 pm-11:32 pm

2 stops41h 27m

$1,111

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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from San Francisco to Bucharest in March.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on San Francisco-Bucharest flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on San Francisco-Bucharest flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Francisco-Bucharest flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Francisco-Bucharest flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for San Francisco-Bucharest flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Bucharest

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Bucharest from San Francisco with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from San Francisco to Bucharest

How far ahead should I book a flight from San Francisco to Bucharest?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Bucharest. Price data was last updated on March 21, 2025.

The best time to book flights from San Francisco to Bucharest is 33 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco to Bucharest?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Bucharest (average of $604). Flying from San Francisco to Bucharest in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,175). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SFO to BUH?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco to Bucharest. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated March 28, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from San Francisco to Bucharest in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 32% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San Francisco to Bucharest?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Bucharest. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Francisco to Bucharest flight should consider departing on Wednesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Bucharest by month

Plan your trip to Bucharest by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Bucharest ranges from 0.8 - 3.1 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.1 in. October is typically the driest time to visit Bucharest when rainfall is around 0.8 in.

Temperature in Bucharest by month

Plan your trip to Bucharest by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Bucharest, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 71.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 30.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Bucharest

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Bucharest. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Bucharest. Reviews last updated March 28, 2025.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,897 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,897 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,897 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,570 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,897 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,603 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,897 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,744 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,897 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Scandinavian Airlines
7.3
Good
1,325 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,897 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Francisco to Bucharest. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from San Francisco to Bucharest?

    For a flight from San Francisco to Bucharest, you will be flying from San Francisco. San Francisco (SFO) is just 11.8 mi from the center of the city. San Francisco is the only San Francisco airport and it handles 0 outbound flights to Bucharest per day. 8 airlines have flights to Bucharest from San Francisco on a regular basis.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Francisco to Bucharest round-trip?

    Flying on Turkish Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Bucharest, with prices starting at $686. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Scandinavian Airlines and British Airways, with the lowest prices starting at $689 and $797, respectively. You may be able to fly from San Francisco to Bucharest for 22% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Francisco to Bucharest one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $422 on Scandinavian Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include United Airlines from $631 and SWISS from $682 one-way.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Francisco to Bucharest that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on San Francisco to Bucharest flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from San Francisco to Bucharest?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from San Francisco to Bucharest.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San Francisco to Bucharest?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco to Bucharest by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco to Bucharest?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Bucharest (average of $604). Flying from San Francisco to Bucharest in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,175). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 8 airlines flying from San Francisco to Bucharest

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco to Bucharest. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated March 28, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
British AirwaysCheapest$611Average$856FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$627Average$862FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
United AirlinesCheapest$636Average$1,113FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SWISSCheapest$662Average$1,281FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
DeltaCheapest$667Average$943FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
KLMCheapest$686Average$892FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Air FranceCheapest$724Average$1,328FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
LufthansaCheapest$791Average$1,281FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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