How long is the flight from California to Romania?

If you’re flying from a popular airport in California, such as San Francisco or San Diego, and flying into Romania, then you can expect flight times to average 14h 55m and 15h 20m, respectively.

What airlines fly to Romania?

Lufthansa, Turkish Airlines and British Airways are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Romania from California according to our data. Lufthansa is the first choice among our users, with 45% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Romania. Keep in mind that there are 11 different airlines that fly to Romania on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from California to Romania?

Scandinavian Airlines, Lufthansa, and British Airways are the most popular carriers operating from California to Romania

When did momondo last update prices for flights from California to Romania?

Prices for flights from California to Romania refresh daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from California to Romania?

As of April 2025, there are 11 operators available to choose from for flights from California to Romania.

How old do you have to be to fly from California to Romania?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from California to Romania.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Romania?

The required travel and health documents for your Romania trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Romania. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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KAYAK's recommended round-trip deals from the most popular airlines that fly from California to Romania.

7:30 pm - 9:10 pmLAX-OTP

15h 40m1 stop

9:25 pm - 4:20 pmOTP-LAX

28h 55m1 stop

$486Scandinavian Airlines

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Sun, Aug 17 - Sun, Aug 31

7:30 pm - 9:10 pmLAX-OTP

15h 40m1 stop

9:25 pm - 4:20 pmOTP-LAX

28h 55m1 stop

$524Scandinavian Airlines

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Sun, Sep 14 - Sun, Sep 28

7:35 pm - 1:05 amLAX-OTP

19h 30m1 stop

6:30 am - 4:30 pmOTP-LAX

20h 00m1 stop

$525SWISS

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Sun, Aug 10 - Wed, Aug 20

8:05 pm - 12:25 amLAX-OTP

18h 20m1 stop

8:25 am - 2:55 pmOTP-LAX

16h 30m1 stop

$534British Airways

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Wed, Aug 13 - Fri, Oct 10

1:25 pm - 8:20 pmLAX-OTP

20h 55m1 stop

8:25 am - 2:55 pmOTP-LAX

16h 30m1 stop

$536British Airways

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Wed, May 7 - Wed, May 21

2:30 pm - 6:35 pmLAX-OTP

18h 05m2 stops

6:00 am - 9:35 pmOTP-LAX

25h 35m2 stops

$544Air Canada

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Tue, Aug 12 - Thu, Aug 21

8:05 am - 1:15 pmLAX-OTP

19h 10m2 stops

6:00 am - 7:42 pmOTP-LAX

23h 42m2 stops

$548Air Canada

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Sun, Aug 10 - Wed, Aug 20

8:45 pm - 6:35 pmLAX-OTP

35h 50m2 stops

4:10 pm - 4:30 pmOTP-LAX

34h 20m1 stop

$552

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Sun, Aug 10 - Wed, Aug 20

7:35 pm - 1:20 amLAX-OTP

19h 45m1 stop

6:30 am - 11:43 pmOTP-LAX

27h 13m2 stops

$558

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Wed, Aug 13 - Fri, Oct 10

7:35 pm - 1:05 amLAX-OTP

19h 30m1 stop

4:10 pm - 4:30 pmOTP-LAX

34h 20m1 stop

$585SWISS

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Scandinavian Airlines flights from California to Romania

Our best Scandinavian Airlines deals on California to Romania flight tickets

Scandinavian Airlines

Aug 17

LAX7:30 pmLos Angeles

15h 40m

1 stop

OTP9:10 pmBucharest Otopeni Intl

Aug 31

OTP9:25 pmBucharest Otopeni Intl

28h 55m

1 stop

LAX4:20 pmLos Angeles

$486

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Scandinavian Airlines

Sep 14

LAX7:30 pmLos Angeles

15h 40m

1 stop

OTP9:10 pmBucharest Otopeni Intl

Sep 28

OTP9:25 pmBucharest Otopeni Intl

28h 55m

1 stop

LAX4:20 pmLos Angeles

$524

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Scandinavian Airlines

Aug 17

LAX11:50 amLos Angeles

23h 20m

2 stops

OTP9:10 pmBucharest Otopeni Intl

Aug 31

OTP9:25 pmBucharest Otopeni Intl

28h 55m

1 stop

LAX4:20 pmLos Angeles

$526

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British Airways flights from California to Romania

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British Airways

Aug 13

LAX8:05 pmLos Angeles

18h 20m

1 stop

OTP12:25 amBucharest Otopeni Intl

Oct 10

OTP8:25 amBucharest Otopeni Intl

16h 30m

1 stop

LAX2:55 pmLos Angeles

$534

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British Airways

May 7

LAX1:25 pmLos Angeles

20h 55m

1 stop

OTP8:20 pmBucharest Otopeni Intl

May 21

OTP8:25 amBucharest Otopeni Intl

16h 30m

1 stop

LAX2:55 pmLos Angeles

$536

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British Airways

May 12

LAX8:05 pmLos Angeles

19h 20m

1 stop

OTP1:25 amBucharest Otopeni Intl

May 21

OTP8:25 amBucharest Otopeni Intl

19h 10m

1 stop

LAX5:35 pmLos Angeles

$540

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from California to Romania

Look no further. We've gone through all the searches for this route on momondo so you have the important information and insights to find the cheapest flight ticket for your trip

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Romania?

The cheapest month to fly to Romania from California is in October. Flight prices, which tend to average around $601, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you are unable to visit Romania during the month of October, then departing from California during the month March is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $629.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Romania?

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to Romania is on a Sunday when prices can be found for as low as $682. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Saturday because tickets tend to average around $821. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to Romania.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Romania?

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Romania is in the morning. Flights from California to Romania during this time can be as low as $689. Try not to purchase tickets in the afternoon because they tend to be around $771. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Romania?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Romania from California when booking 15 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Romania for around $707 when searching 15 weeks out.However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Romania from California for as low as $613 on momondo.

Cheap California to Romania flight deals and tips

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Best Price Found	$299
Fastest flight time	13h 50m
Direct flights	None
Airports in Romania	4 airports

The best one-way flight to Romania from California in the past 72 hours is $299. The best round-trip flight deal from California to Romania found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $486.

The fastest flight from California to Romania takes 13h 50m

There are no direct flights from California to Romania. Popular non-direct routes for this connection are Los Angeles Airport - Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport, Los Angeles Airport - Cluj Napoca Airport and San Francisco Airport - Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport.

There are 4 airports near Romania: Cluj Napoca (CLJ), Timisoara (TSR), Bucharest Otopeni Intl (OTP), Sibiu (SBZ)

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from California to Romania?
Prices for flights from California to Romania refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from California to Romania?
As of April 2025, there are 11 operators available to choose from for flights from California to Romania.
How old do you have to be to fly from California to Romania?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from California to Romania.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Romania?
The required travel and health documents for your Romania trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Romania. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from California to Romania

Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from California to Romania with momondo

Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
American Airlines	PriceFrom $485	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 10,000 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
SWISS	PriceFrom $494	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,580 reviews	Search SWISS flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom $507	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 7,012 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
British Airways	PriceFrom $508	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.6 6,767 reviews	Search British Airways flights
LOT	PriceFrom $547	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,065 reviews	Search LOT flights
KLM	PriceFrom $552	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 1,329 reviews	Search KLM flights
Austrian Airlines	PriceFrom $561	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 775 reviews	Search Austrian Airlines flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $562	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 3,767 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Air France	PriceFrom $562	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,435 reviews	Search Air France flights
Delta	PriceFrom $569	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 7,917 reviews	Search Delta flights

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