Flight to Bucharest from €60 — Round trip in August

Are you looking for a cheap flight to Bucharest? Then we have a real bargain for you: From Cologne, it goes nonstop to the Romanian capital for only €60 per person. The flight is a round trip valid from August 31 to September 9, 2026 – perfect for nine days full of culture, history and enjoyment. In this article you will learn why a flight to Bucharest is particularly worthwhile now and what awaits you there.

🪪 Entry: For German citizens, a national ID card (EU/Schengen) is sufficient.

Why go to Bucharest now?

Bucharest is a city of contrasts: Grand buildings from the Belle Époque meet socialist monumental architecture, and the old town Lipscani pulsates with countless restaurants and bars. Absolute highlights include the Palace of the Parliament (the second largest administrative building in the world), the Romanian Athenaeum (Ateneul Român) and the National Art Museum. Culinary-wise, you should definitely try Mici (grilled minced meat rolls), Sarmale (cabbage rolls) and Mămăligă (polenta). In September, the city is still pleasantly warm and the summer lightness continues – ideal for exploration tours.

Flight to Bucharest for only €60

The flight to Bucharest from Cologne is a direct flight without stopovers and costs only €60 per person for the entire round trip. This is an offer you don’t see every day. You save not only money but also time: In about two hours you are in Bucharest. Book quickly, because such deals are usually only available for a short time.

Best travel time & practical tips

Your trip at the end of August/beginning of September falls in an ideal travel time: During the day it’s 25–30 °C, in the evening it cools down to a pleasant 15–20 °C. There is still plenty of sunshine and only occasional summer thunderstorms – perfect for sightseeing.

Getting around

• The metro is cheap and goes to the main attractions. A day pass costs about €2.
• Buses and trams complement the network. The app “InfoTB” helps with route planning.
• Ride-sharing (Uber/Bolt) is cheap and convenient; a trip across the city rarely costs more than €5.
• The old town is best explored on foot – many streets are pedestrian zones.

Money-saving tips

• Eating out is cheap: In local restaurants you can get a good lunch for €5–8.
• Museums often have reduced admission on the first Wednesday of the month (so on 2.9. in September).
• Use public transport instead of taxis. A 7-day ticket for all lines costs only about €7.

Bucharest in 9 days – a realistic short plan

With nine days you have enough time to discover the city at a leisurely pace and even take a day trip. Here’s a suggestion:

• Day 1: Arrival, walk through the old town (Lipscani), dinner at “Caru’ cu Bere”.
• Day 2: Visit the Palace of the Parliament (book a tour), then the National Art Museum.
• Day 3: Athenaeum and Calea Victoriei – strolling and shopping.
• Day 4: Trip to the open-air museum Muzeul Satului (Village Museum) and Herăstrău Park.
• Day 5: Day trip to Sinaia (Peles Castle, about 1.5 hours by train).
• Day 6: Therme București (large thermal bath) or a relaxing day in the park.
• Day 7: Cotroceni district with the Botanical Garden and the Cotroceni Palace.
• Day 8: Last sights: Museum of Romanian History, evening walk at Arcul de Triumf.
• Day 9: Breakfast at the market (Piața Obor), buy souvenirs, return flight.

You can learn more about Bucharest on the German Wikipedia page. And if you’re looking for more cheap travel destinations, check out our other flight deals.