Direct (nonstop) flights from Leeds to Bucharest

2 airlines fly nonstop from Leeds Bradford (LBA) to Henri Coandă International Airport (OTP). It's 1,397 miles (2,249 km), about 3h 25m in the air. Operated by Ryanair, Wizz Air Malta.

LBA
Leeds Bradford
🇬🇧 Leeds, United Kingdom
OTP
Henri Coandă International Airport
🇷🇴 Bucharest, Romania
Flight Time
3h 25m
Distance
1,397 mi
2,249 km
CO₂/pax
236 kg
−30 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 27, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Ryanair FR Ryanair
Route
LBA → OTP
Flight Time
3h 25m
Distance
1,397 mi
Wizz Air Malta W4 Wizz Air Malta
Route
LBA → OTP
Flight Time
3h 25m
Distance
1,397 mi

Alternative Routes

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

LBA AMS (Amsterdam) OTP
Leg 1: 1h 10m (288 mi) Leg 2: 2h 45m (1,110 mi) Total: ~3h 55m 🍃 266 kg CO₂ (+13% vs. direct)
Leg 1
LBA → AMS
1h 10m · 288 mi
View LBA to AMS flights →
Leg 2
AMS → OTP
2h 45m · 1,110 mi
View AMS to OTP flights →
LBA CLJ (Cluj-Napoca) OTP
Leg 1: 3h (1,215 mi) Leg 2: 55m (191 mi) Total: ~3h 55m 🍃 265 kg CO₂ (+12% vs. direct)
Leg 1
LBA → CLJ
3h · 1,215 mi
View LBA to CLJ flights →
Leg 2
CLJ → OTP
55m · 191 mi
View CLJ to OTP flights →
LBA BTS (Bratislava) OTP
Leg 1: 2h 20m (908 mi) Leg 2: 1h 40m (491 mi) Total: ~4h 🍃 284 kg CO₂ (+20% vs. direct)
Leg 1
LBA → BTS
2h 20m · 908 mi
View LBA to BTS flights →
Leg 2
BTS → OTP
1h 40m · 491 mi
View BTS to OTP flights →
LBA CGN (Cologne) OTP
Leg 1: 1h 30m (424 mi) Leg 2: 2h 33m (981 mi) Total: ~4h 3m 🍃 270 kg CO₂ (+14% vs. direct)
Leg 1
LBA → CGN
1h 30m · 424 mi
View LBA to CGN flights →
Leg 2
CGN → OTP
2h 33m · 981 mi
View CGN to OTP flights →
LBA PRG (Prague) OTP
Leg 1: 2h 15m (726 mi) Leg 2: 1h 50m (672 mi) Total: ~4h 5m 🍃 283 kg CO₂ (+20% vs. direct)
Leg 1
LBA → PRG
2h 15m · 726 mi
View LBA to PRG flights →
Leg 2
PRG → OTP
1h 50m · 672 mi
View PRG to OTP flights →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Leeds to Bucharest?

A nonstop flight from Leeds (LBA) to Bucharest (OTP) takes approximately 3 hours and 25 minutes. The distance is 1,397 miles (2,249 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Leeds to Bucharest?

2 airlines: Ryanair, Wizz Air Malta.

Is there a nonstop flight from Leeds to Bucharest?

Yes. 2 airlines: Ryanair, Wizz Air Malta.

How far is Leeds from Bucharest?

The flight distance from Leeds to Bucharest 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 Leeds and Bucharest?

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

What type of aircraft flies from Leeds to Bucharest?

At 3h 25m, 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 United Kingdom to Romania?

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

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

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

Is the return flight from Bucharest to Leeds 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 Leeds to Bucharest?

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 Leeds Bradford for this flight?

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