Crossing brief
How far is it from France to Romania?
Paris to Bucharest
- Distance
- 1,870 km
- In miles
- 1,162 mi
- Flight time
- 3 h
- Time change
- 1 h east
Distance is the great-circle distance between the capitals (Paris and Bucharest); flight time is an estimate for a non-stop route at cruising speed. Real schedules vary with routing, winds and connections.
This is a short-haul route: among the 59 countries we cover, Romania is the #20 closest to France, making it a mid-range destination.
Crossing from France to Romania
The practical differences you will notice on this specific trip.
| Time on arrival | You fly east and lose 1 h. On arrival your body clock reads 1 h behind local time — eastward trips take a little longer to adjust to. |
|---|---|
| Power | Pack a plug adapter — Romania uses Type F sockets your France plugs do not fit. Voltage is the same (230V). |
| Money | 1 EUR = 5.232 RON — exchange Euro for Romanian Leu before or on arrival. |
Common questions
How far is France from Romania?
About 1,870 km (1,162 miles) in a straight line between the two capitals.
How long is the flight from France to Romania?
A non-stop flight takes roughly 3 h, though actual times depend on the exact airports and routing.
Will I be jet-lagged flying to Romania?
You fly east and lose 1 h. On arrival your body clock reads 1 h behind local time — eastward trips take a little longer to adjust to.
Updated July 2, 2026