Cheap flights from Melbourne to Bucharest from $626

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 17/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — BUH
12 Oct — 19 Oct1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Melbourne to Bucharest are usually found in October or February, booked 69 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to Bucharest

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (ME1) 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 12 September 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,537

One-way from

$626

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$2,244
Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 26/10-2/11
  • 4 total stops
  • 70h 05m total
  • Melbourne to Bucharest
17/11
  • 17/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 32h 10m total
  • Melbourne to Bucharest
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price ($433 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($80 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in September 2025

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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to Bucharest
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to Bucharest. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 12 September 2025.

Sun 26/1015:00MEL - OTP
2 stops32h 10mTurkish Airlines
Sun 2/1121:50OTP - MEL
2 stops37h 55mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 10/9$1,537
Wed 15/1016:55MEL - OTP
2 stops23h 15mMultiple Airlines
Mon 15/1221:50OTP - MEL
2 stops38h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/9$1,710
Sat 25/1000:30MEL - OTP
3 stops34h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sun 2/1114:05OTP - MEL
3 stops32h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/9$1,725
Tue 14/1000:30MEL - OTP
2 stops27h 55mTurkish Airlines
Mon 15/1221:50OTP - MEL
2 stops38h 10mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 11/9$1,730
Wed 15/1023:45MEL - OTP
1 stop22h 30mQatar Airways
Mon 15/1216:20OTP - MEL
1 stop21h 45mQatar Airways
Deal found 11/9$2,040

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MelbourneBucharest

MEL - OTP

MELOTP

Melbourne

Sun 26/10

15:00-14:10

2 stops32h 10m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Sun 2/11

21:50-20:45

2 stops37h 55m

$1,537

MelbourneBucharest

MEL - OTP

MELOTP

Melbourne

Wed 11/3

15:10-20:30

2 stops38h 20m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Sun 15/3

10:10-09:25

2 stops38h 15m

$1,668

MelbourneBucharest

MEL - OTP

MELOTP

Melbourne

Wed 15/10

16:55-08:10

2 stops23h 15m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Mon 15/12

21:50-21:00

2 stops38h 10m

$1,710

MelbourneBucharest

MEL - OTP

MELOTP

Melbourne

Sat 25/10

00:30-02:35

3 stops34h 05m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Sun 2/11

14:05-07:25

3 stops32h 20m

$1,725

MelbourneBucharest

MEL - OTP

MELOTP

Melbourne

Tue 14/10

00:30-20:25

2 stops27h 55m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Mon 15/12

21:50-21:00

2 stops38h 10m

$1,730

MelbourneBucharest

MEL - OTP

MELOTP

Melbourne

Wed 11/3

07:00-12:20

2 stops38h 20m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Sun 15/3

14:50-07:10

2 stops31h 20m

$1,939

MelbourneBucharest

MEL - OTP

MELOTP

Melbourne

Mon 17/11

13:20-12:30

2 stops32h 10m

$626

MelbourneBucharest

MEL - OTP

MELOTP

Melbourne

Mon 17/11

17:10-13:20

1 stop29h 10m

$1,125

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Melbourne to Bucharest. Price data was last updated on 29 August 2025.

The best time to book flights from Melbourne to Bucharest is 68 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 time of day to fly from MEL to BUH?

Find hourly flight availability from Melbourne 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 12 September 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Melbourne to Bucharest at midday. By choosing this option you can save up to 19% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

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 12 September 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Emirates, Virgin Australia, andQatar Airways from Melbourne to Bucharest have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,June 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,June 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,June 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,June 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,June 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.

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  • How long is the flight from Melbourne to Bucharest?

    Turkish Airlines can get you from Melbourne to Bucharest in just under 32h 10m. Your travel time can differ by up to . Melbourne and Bucharest are separated by a distance of 14936 km.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Melbourne to Bucharest is Turkish Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $1,786 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Qatar Airways and Emirates, starting at $1,855 and $1,941 round-trip. Turkish Airlines is 18% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

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Turkish AirlinesCheapest$1,786Average$1,957FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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