Direct (nonstop) flights from Bucharest to Leeds

2 airlines fly nonstop from Henri Coandă International Airport (OTP) to Leeds Bradford (LBA). It's 1,397 miles (2,249 km), about 3h 35m in the air. Operated by Ryanair, Wizz Air Malta.

OTP
Henri Coandă International Airport
🇷🇴 Bucharest, Romania
LBA
Leeds Bradford
🇬🇧 Leeds, United Kingdom
Flight Time
3h 35m
Distance
1,397 mi
2,249 km
CO₂/pax
236 kg
−48 kg vs. layover
Airlines
2
Ryanair +1
Time Diff
-2h
Operated by Ryanair Ryanair Wizz Air Malta Wizz Air Malta

Route data last updated: May 24, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Ryanair FR Ryanair
Route
OTP → LBA
Flight Time
3h 35m
Distance
1,397 mi
Wizz Air Malta W4 Wizz Air Malta
Route
OTP → LBA
Flight Time
3h 35m
Distance
1,397 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Bucharest to Leeds with one stop · direct emits 236 kg CO₂ per passenger

OTP BTS (Bratislava) LBA
Leg 1: 1h 40m (491 mi) Leg 2: 2h 25m (908 mi) Total: ~4h 5m 🍃 284 kg CO₂ (+20% vs. direct)
Leg 1
OTP → BTS
1h 40m · 491 mi
View OTP to BTS flights →
Leg 2
BTS → LBA
2h 25m · 908 mi
View BTS to LBA flights →
OTP CLJ (Cluj-Napoca) LBA
Leg 1: 55m (191 mi) Leg 2: 3h 15m (1,215 mi) Total: ~4h 10m 🍃 265 kg CO₂ (+12% vs. direct)
Leg 1
OTP → CLJ
55m · 191 mi
View OTP to CLJ flights →
Leg 2
CLJ → LBA
3h 15m · 1,215 mi
View CLJ to LBA flights →
OTP AMS (Amsterdam) LBA
Leg 1: 3h (1,110 mi) Leg 2: 1h 10m (288 mi) Total: ~4h 10m 🍃 266 kg CO₂ (+13% vs. direct)
Leg 1
OTP → AMS
3h · 1,110 mi
View OTP to AMS flights →
Leg 2
AMS → LBA
1h 10m · 288 mi
View AMS to LBA flights →
OTP PRG (Prague) LBA
Leg 1: 1h 58m (672 mi) Leg 2: 2h 15m (726 mi) Total: ~4h 13m 🍃 283 kg CO₂ (+20% vs. direct)
Leg 1
OTP → PRG
1h 58m · 672 mi
View OTP to PRG flights →
Leg 2
PRG → LBA
2h 15m · 726 mi
View PRG to LBA flights →
OTP VIE (Vienna) LBA
Leg 1: 1h 40m (516 mi) Leg 2: 2h 35m (885 mi) Total: ~4h 15m 🍃 284 kg CO₂ (+20% vs. direct)
Leg 1
OTP → VIE
1h 40m · 516 mi
View OTP to VIE flights →
Leg 2
VIE → LBA
2h 35m · 885 mi
View VIE to LBA flights →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Bucharest to Leeds?

A nonstop flight from Bucharest (OTP) to Leeds (LBA) takes approximately 3 hours and 35 minutes. The distance is 1,397 miles (2,249 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Bucharest to Leeds?

2 airlines: Ryanair, Wizz Air Malta.

Is there a nonstop flight from Bucharest to Leeds?

Yes. 2 airlines: Ryanair, Wizz Air Malta.

How far is Bucharest from Leeds?

The flight distance from Bucharest to Leeds is 1,397 miles (2,249 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as New York to Miami.

What is the time difference between Bucharest and Leeds?

Leeds is 2 hours behind Bucharest. (Europe/Bucharest vs Europe/London.)

What type of aircraft flies from Bucharest to Leeds?

At 3h 35m, this route typically uses narrow-body or mid-range jets — Boeing 737 MAX or Airbus A320neo. Varies by airline.

Do I need a visa to travel from Romania to United Kingdom?

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

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

Roughly 236 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 1,180 km.

Is the return flight from Leeds 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 Leeds?

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.