Bucharest to Volgograd flights
Volgograd lies 1,480 km (920 mi) north-east of Bucharest, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 2 h 39 min gate to gate, based on the distance and typical cruise speed with taxi and climb allowed for; connecting itineraries add the layover on top.
| Bucharest | Volgograd | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Romania | Russia |
| Population | 1.9 million | 1 million |
| Elevation | 83 m (272 ft) | 42 m (138 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Europe/Bucharest) | UTC+3 (Europe/Volgograd) |
| Nearest large airport | BBU, 8 km out | VOG, 14 km out |
What changes when you arrive in Volgograd
Crossing from Romania into Russia: money changes from the Leu to the Ruble (RUB); the dialling code becomes +7; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q1061257 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q24233148.
Airports at each end
Leaving Bucharest
Bucharest is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Bucharest Băneasa Aurel Vlaicu International Airport (BBU), 8 km (5 mi) from the centre, whose 10,499-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are Bucharest Henri Coandă International Airport (OTP, 16 km).
Arriving in Volgograd
Volgograd is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Volgograd International Airport (VOG), 14 km (9 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 9,186 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volgograd International Airport | VOG | 14 km (9 mi) | 9,186 ft | 482 ft |
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Staying in Volgograd
Our booking partner lists 34 places to stay in Volgograd. Of the 34 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (22), and 1 are five-star. Guests have left 238 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Volgograd from Bucharest?
1,480 km (920 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Bucharest.
How long does it take to get from Bucharest to Volgograd by air?
About 2 h 39 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Bucharest and Volgograd?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Bucharest to Volgograd flights?
Typically Bucharest Băneasa Aurel Vlaicu International Airport (BBU) to Volgograd International Airport (VOG).
What currency do I need in Volgograd?
The Ruble (RUB).
Where can I stay in Volgograd?
Our booking partner lists 34 places to stay in Volgograd, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.