Air Bucharest vs Blue Air
Side-by-side comparison of Air Bucharest and Blue Air: cabin and checked baggage allowances, fees, online check-in deadlines, alliances, hubs and contacts.
| Air Bucharest | Blue Air | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Romania | Romania |
| Founded | 2010 | 2004 |
| Type | Full-service airline | Low-cost carrier |
| Main hubs | Henri Coandă International Airport | Bucharest Băneasa Aurel Vlaicu Airport |
| Aircraft types | 1 | 1 |
| Checked bag (Economy) | - | not included |
| Online check-in opens | 24 h | 24 h |
| Online check-in closes | 2 h | 1 h 30 min |
| Airport check-in fee | free | free |
| Customer service phone | 00-40-21-2425530 | +40 21 208 86 02 |
Key differences
- Blue Air lets you check in online closer to departure (1 h 30 min vs 2 h).
- Blue Air is a low-cost carrier: expect a cheaper base fare with bags, seats and airport check-in sold separately, while Air Bucharest bundles more into the ticket.
Other comparisons
Allowances shown are for the basic Economy fare on most routes. Fees are the lowest published prices and change often - confirm on the official websites before booking.

