Direct (nonstop) flights from Bucharest to Athens

3 airlines fly nonstop from Henri Coandă International Airport (OTP) to Athens International Airport (ATH). It's 471 miles (758 km), about 1h 35m in the air. Operated by Aegean Airlines, TAROM, Wizz Air Malta.

OTP
Henri Coandă International Airport
🇷🇴 Bucharest, Romania
ATH
Athens International Airport
🇬🇷 Athens, Greece
Flight Time
1h 35m
Distance
471 mi
758 km
CO₂/pax
87 kg
−27 kg vs. layover
Airlines
3
Aegean Airlines +2
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Aegean Airlines Aegean Airlines TAROM TAROM Wizz Air Malta Wizz Air Malta

Route data last updated: May 27, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Aegean Airlines A3 Aegean Airlines
Route
OTP → ATH
Flight Time
1h 35m
Distance
471 mi
TAROM RO TAROM
Route
OTP → ATH
Flight Time
1h 35m
Distance
471 mi
Wizz Air Malta W4 Wizz Air Malta
Route
OTP → ATH
Flight Time
1h 35m
Distance
471 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Bucharest to Athens with one stop · direct emits 87 kg CO₂ per passenger

OTP JSI (Skiathos) ATH
Leg 1: 1h 30m (395 mi) Leg 2: 40m (89 mi) Total: ~2h 10m 🍃 114 kg CO₂ (+31% vs. direct)
Leg 1
OTP → JSI
1h 30m · 395 mi
View OTP to JSI flights →
Leg 2
JSI → ATH
40m · 89 mi
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OTP SKG (Thessaloniki) ATH
Leg 1: 1h 20m (321 mi) Leg 2: 55m (186 mi) Total: ~2h 15m 🍃 118 kg CO₂ (+36% vs. direct)
Leg 1
OTP → SKG
1h 20m · 321 mi
View OTP to SKG flights →
Leg 2
SKG → ATH
55m · 186 mi
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OTP SOF (Sofia) ATH
Leg 1: 1h 15m (186 mi) Leg 2: 1h 15m (329 mi) Total: ~2h 30m 🍃 120 kg CO₂ (+38% vs. direct)
Leg 1
OTP → SOF
1h 15m · 186 mi
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Leg 2
SOF → ATH
1h 15m · 329 mi
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OTP JMK (Mykonos) ATH
Leg 1: 1h 45m (493 mi) Leg 2: 45m (84 mi) Total: ~2h 30m 🍃 132 kg CO₂ (+52% vs. direct)
Leg 1
OTP → JMK
1h 45m · 493 mi
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Leg 2
JMK → ATH
45m · 84 mi
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OTP CFU (Kerkyra) ATH
Leg 1: 1h 35m (466 mi) Leg 2: 1h (246 mi) Total: ~2h 35m 🍃 157 kg CO₂ (+80% vs. direct)
Leg 1
OTP → CFU
1h 35m · 466 mi
View OTP to CFU flights →
Leg 2
CFU → ATH
1h · 246 mi
View CFU to ATH flights →

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Bucharest to Athens?

A nonstop flight from Bucharest (OTP) to Athens (ATH) takes approximately 1 hours and 35 minutes. The distance is 471 miles (758 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Bucharest to Athens?

3 airlines: Aegean Airlines, TAROM, Wizz Air Malta.

Is there a nonstop flight from Bucharest to Athens?

Yes. 3 airlines: Aegean Airlines, TAROM, Wizz Air Malta.

How far is Bucharest from Athens?

The flight distance from Bucharest to Athens is 471 miles (758 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as Mumbai to Goa.

What type of aircraft flies from Bucharest to Athens?

At 1h 35m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

Do I need a visa to travel from Romania to Greece?

Depends on your passport. Check with the Greece embassy or an official visa portal before booking — requirements change.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Bucharest to Athens?

Roughly 87 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 435 km.

Is the return flight from Athens to Bucharest also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Bucharest to Athens?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Henri Coandă International Airport for this flight?

3 hours before departure for international flights. You need time for check-in, security, and immigration.