Flight from Chicago (ORD) to Bucharest (OTP) from $549
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Cheapest flight from $549 
Departure and arrival airport ORD-OTP
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Are you looking for cheap flights from Chicago to Bucharest? Check out our offers and you are guaranteed to find the best flight deals. Flights to Bucharest start from $549 in January 2026.
Whether you are planning to spend an enjoyable holiday in Romania or are travelling to Bucharest for a business meeting, booking your flight at lufthansa.com takes you on a comfortable journey from USA to your desired flight destination.
We also make sure that your flight is as relaxing as possible, so you can enjoy your journey from Chicago to Bucharest stress free. You just need to specify the month in which you wish to fly. The cheapest flight from Chicago to Bucharest is available for $549 in January 2026.
Please note: To provide you with the widest possible selection of flight destinations, some of the direct flights or connecting flights on lufthansa.com are operated by our partner airlines, which may result in a different flight experience than with Lufthansa.
Flying from Chicago to Bucharest: tips and information for your trip
Enjoy our favorably-priced fares Chicago Bucharest flights (CHI - BUH). As Romania's capital, largest city and cultural center, Bucharest is sometimes referred to as "Little Paris" because of its art and architecture. Travelers can tour the Palace of Parliament, the second-largest building in the world after the US Pentagon. You should also visit the Old center with an assortment of middle 19th century buildings, ruins of the Wallachian princes' medieval court, churches, clubs, and many restaurants. Don't miss Revolution Square (Piaţa Revoluţiei), The Arch of Triumph (Arcul de Triumf) and Romanian Atheneum, a home to George Enescu Philarmonic. If you are interested in art, Bucharest has as well a lot to offer. Among the most famous museums are: Village Museum, Museum of the Romanian Peasant, Art Museum, National Museum of Contemporary Art and National History Museum. Book affordable Chicago Bucharest flights (CHI - BUH) and enjoy your stay in Bucharest.
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Prices for flights from Chicago to Bucharest start at $549 at lufthansa.com.
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Baggage allowance refers to the amount of baggage you can bring with you at no extra cost. The size, weight and number of bags or suitcases depends on the fare you have booked, the flight route and your Miles & More status.
Premium Economy Class is our extra comfortable travel class, perfect for long-haul flights. Enjoy numerous advantages such as extra wide seating with increased reclining for a relaxing flight.
