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Everything you should know

Direct flights
Every day
You can fly direct with Lufthansa, TAROM, and Lufthansa City Airlines. Average duration is 2h 22m
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HHN - OTP
Cheapest • 26% average savings
FRA - OTP
Most popular
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Lufthansa
Most punctual • 84% on-time
Evening
Best time • Fewest delays
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When to book
20 weeks
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Our data shows that travellers who book at least 20 weeks in advance save around 46% compared to booking last minute.
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January
Cheapest • 20% price drop
July
Most popular
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London Stansted (STN)
Cheapest • Avg 147 € (return)
Vienna Intl (VIE)
Shortest trip • 4h 15m (one-way)
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Frankfurt am Main to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport flights

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What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Frankfurt am Main to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Frankfurt am Main to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport. It’s 7% cheaper than the average day, while Friday is the most expensive, with prices 5% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Frankfurt am Main to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport?

•January is the cheapest month to fly from Frankfurt am Main to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport at 200 € return.
•December (292 €) and June (273 €) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 45% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Frankfurt am Main to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport the cheapest?

Flights from Frankfurt am Main to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport are cheapest 20 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 46% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Frankfurt am Main to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport flights

Low season

February
Beat the crowds with an average 45% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 35% increase in traveller numbers.

When to book flights from Frankfurt am Main to Otopeni Intl

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Otopeni Intl based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Frankfurt am Main to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Frankfurt am Main to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Frankfurt am Main to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport:

    • Earliest: departs at 9:30 and lands at 11:52
    • Latest: departs at 20:35 and lands at 22:57.

    The flight takes about 2h 22m.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Frankfurt am Main to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Frankfurt am Main to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport:

    • Economy class
    • Business Class

  • How long is a flight from Frankfurt am Main to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport?

    A direct flight from Frankfurt am Main to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport takes 2h 22m, covering 2.324 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Frankfurt am Main to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Frankfurt am Main to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport flight?

    Return flights from Frankfurt am Main to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport range from 203 € to 314 €, with an average of 251 € over the past 12 months. Anything below 203 € counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Frankfurt am Main to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 24% above the 251 € route average. Book 20 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by having a stopover when flying from Frankfurt am Main to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport?

    On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average 147 € return via London Stansted (STN), compared with 252 € for direct.

  • What is the standard checked bag allowance on flights from Frankfurt am Main to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport?

    There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge 31 €–89 € for the first checked bag in Economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • How are flight departures from Frankfurt am Main to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Frankfurt am Main to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport flights, with 67% leaving in that window. Evening departures account for 33%, Afternoon flights for 0%, and Night flights for 0%.

  • Which car hire options are available at Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport (OTP)?

    Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport (OTP) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around 1 € for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Klass Wagen
    • Pricecarz
    • Payless
    • Sixt
    • ADDCAR RENTAL

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Frankfurt am Main to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport?

    Flights from Frankfurt am Main to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport may depart from several airports in Frankfurt am Main area, including Frankfurt am Main (FRA) and Frankfurt-Hahn (HHN). Flights usually arrive at Bucharest Otopeni Intl (OTP).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Frankfurt am Main to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport?

    Evening flights have the fewest delays on this route, while afternoon departures tend to have the most.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed on the route from Frankfurt am Main to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Frankfurt am Main to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport route, 16% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 1h 57m.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Frankfurt am Main to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from Frankfurt am Main to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Warsaw Frederic Chopin (WAW) – 40% of one-stop connections
    • Belgrade Nikola Tesla (BEG) – 22% of one-stop connections
    • Vienna Intl (VIE) – 18% of one-stop connections
    • London Stansted (STN) – 9% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Frankfurt am Main to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 12% on flights from Frankfurt am Main to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at 235 € return on average, while Friday is the most expensive at 265 €, a difference of 30 €.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • Which airlines fly from Frankfurt am Main to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport?

    3 airlines operate flights between Frankfurt am Main and Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

    • Lufthansa
    • TAROM
    • Lufthansa City Airlines

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Frankfurt am Main to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport?

    Flying via Vienna Intl (VIE) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 4h 15m, compared to 5h 36m via Warsaw Frederic Chopin (WAW) and 7h 02m via Milan Malpensa (MXP).

  • What is the time difference between Frankfurt am Main and Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport?

    Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport is 1 hour ahead of Frankfurt am Main (Eastern European Time vs Central European Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport are Piaţa Universităţii and Sala Palatului. These are among the most viewed places in Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Frankfurt am Main to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • TAROM: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
    • Lufthansa: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
    • HiSky: a cabin bag in Economy class class

    Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking Frankfurt am Main to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Friday. On this route, Tuesday flights average 235 €, about 30 € less than Friday fares (11% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 20 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 46% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Frankfurt am Main to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport trip for January. Fares historically average 200 € return in that month – typically 92 € less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • For the best chance of arriving on time, fly with Lufthansa. Over the past three months, 84% of Lufthansa flights from Frankfurt am Main to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport arrived on time, slightly above the route average of 84%. When flights on this route arrive late, they're delayed by an average of 1h 57m, so choosing an airline with strong on-time performance can make a difference if you're on a tight schedule.
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through London Stansted Airport (STN) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest stopover option averages 147 € return on this route – about 105 € less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).

Prefer to fly direct from Frankfurt am Main to Bucharest Otopeni Intl?

 
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Direct departures

Frankfurt am Main to Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Monday

Lufthansa,TAROM

Lufthansa,TAROM

Tuesday

Lufthansa,TAROM

Lufthansa,TAROM

Wednesday

Lufthansa,TAROM

Lufthansa,TAROM

Thursday

Lufthansa,TAROM

Lufthansa,TAROM

Friday

Lufthansa,TAROM

Lufthansa,TAROM

Saturday

Lufthansa,TAROM

Lufthansa,TAROM

Sunday

Lufthansa,TAROM

Lufthansa,TAROM

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Direct returns

Bucharest Otopeni Intl to Frankfurt am Main

Monday

Lufthansa,TAROM

Lufthansa,TAROM

Tuesday

Lufthansa,TAROM

Lufthansa,TAROM

Wednesday

Lufthansa,TAROM

Lufthansa,TAROM

Thursday

Lufthansa,TAROM

Lufthansa,TAROM

Friday

Lufthansa,TAROM

Lufthansa,TAROM

Saturday

Lufthansa,TAROM

Lufthansa,TAROM

Sunday

Lufthansa,TAROM

Lufthansa,TAROM

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