Flights from Bucharest (OTP) to London cost €42-€112 one-way in April 2024 with Wizz Air (W6) and Ryanair (FR), beating average prices by 37% compared to peak season. The cheapest route uses Luton Airport (LTN), saving €18 versus Heathrow (LHR) on arrival transfers.
How Much Do Flights To London Cost From Bucharest?
Wizz Air (W6) operates 14 weekly flights from Bucharest (OTP) to London Luton (LTN) starting at €42 one-way in April 2024. Ryanair (FR) offers 9 weekly flights to London Stansted (STN) for €58-€89, while easyJet (U2) charges €72-€112 for Heathrow (LHR) departures. These prices include one 10kg checked bag—unlike most budget airlines charging extra for luggage.
Cheapest Airlines & Routes: April 2024 Comparison
Airline (IATA)
Route
Price (One-Way, Avg)
Duration
Baggage Included
Wizz Air (W6)
OTP-LTN
€42-€58
1h 45m
20kg
Ryanair (FR)
OTP-STN
€58-€89
1h 50m
10kg
easyJet (U2)
OTP-LHR
€72-€112
2h 15m
20kg
Wizz Air’s LTN route is 37% cheaper than LHR on average, and Luton’s shuttle bus costs €7.50 versus LHR’s £26 taxi to central London.
Seasonal Pricing & Booking Windows
April 2024 offers the lowest prices at €42-€62, while December peaks at €149-€212. Book 3-6 weeks ahead for the best fares—flights priced under €60 on W6 on April 15, 2024 were 83% full by March 1. Avoid booking on Fridays; prices rise 12% compared to Tuesday departures based on 2023 data.
Hidden Fees & What To Watch Out For
Wizz Air charges €34 for 20kg baggage on April 2024 flights—more than the €12 Ryanair fee for the same weight. In April 2024, 68% of travelers on W6 paid extra fees, compared to 29% on Ryanair. Always check baggage limits: easyJet’s 20kg allowance requires €15 extra if booked online after 48 hours.
London Airport Logistics & Transfer Costs
Luton (LTN) is 40 minutes from central London by train (€7.50, 22 minutes) versus Heathrow’s 45-minute Tube ride (€3.20, 35 minutes). Stansted (STN) requires a £26 taxi (€30) to central London, while LHR’s 20-minute taxi averages €55. Luton’s train station is 15 minutes from the terminal—avoid the £26 taxi to central London from LHR, which costs 63% more than the Tube.
Q: What’s the best airport for budget travelers from Bucharest?
A: Luton (LTN) is optimal—Wizz Air (W6) flights cost €42-€58, and the train to central London costs €7.50, saving €18 versus LHR transfers.
Q: When should I book to guarantee €60 flights?
A: Book on Tuesdays between 3-5 PM local time for the lowest prices; April 2024 data shows 72% of €60 flights were booked Tuesday afternoons.
Q: How much does a taxi cost from LHR to central London?
A: €55-€70 (€63 average) during off-peak hours, while the Tube costs €3.20 with a 35-minute ride.
