Flying from London to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP): what you need to know
When planning your flight from London to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP), you'll have your pick of airports to take off from. Check out London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) for your departure. Other possibilities include Stansted Airport (STN), London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY).
Expect to be travelling for 3 hours 17 minutes. That's the average time for a direct flight from London to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport.
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport is located in Bucharest. The city operates in the UTC+2 timezone and is 2 hours ahead of London.
The most popular route is from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP), with 34 direct weekly services. If you want to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from LHR to OTP is the 05:55 Ryanair option. If you have other commitments or plans on your day of travel, the last departure is at 21:45 with Wizz Air Malta.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your flight from London to OTP.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months such as July and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Take off and land with no stops from London Heathrow Airport (LHR). Direct flights from London to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) are available from here.
Book your direct flight from London to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport with TAROM. This leading airline operates departures from LHR.
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your trip — and perhaps even tour another city. When browsing flights from London to OTP departing from London Heathrow Airport (LHR), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Top options include:
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Stuttgart Airport (STR)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
LHR is roughly 31 kilometres from the centre of London. To work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This essential travel app will give you the fastest route and your public transport options.
After a leisurely start to your journey? Stay near London Heathrow Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from London to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the answer:
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Searching for more options for a direct flight from London to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)? Browse the fares leaving from London Gatwick Airport (LGW).
When leaving from LGW, you can pick from a range of airlines that fly straight to your destination. Soar through the skies on a direct flight from London to OTP with any of these:
Visit family or friends or just take some time to unwind with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your flight from London to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport, check out these options when taking off from London Gatwick Airport:
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS)
Zurich Airport (ZRH)
You can reach LGW from central London in approximately 1 hour and 19 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The ride on public transport will take roughly 1 hour and 26 minutes to travel the 80 kilometres or so.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before catching your flight from London to OTP? Check in to a hotel near London Gatwick Airport before your adventure officially begins. Check out these accommodation options:
About Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
Consider booking a hotel near OTP if you have a late flight from London to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) to central Bucharest
From Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport, Bucharest is approximately 21 kilometres away. It takes around 34 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour and 36 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
Lock in a one-way ticket from London to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport from ج.م. 1,232 or travel return from just ج.م. 2,464. The prices shown are based on availability and could change when you book.
Book 6 months before your departure date. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from London to OTP.
To get the lowest price on your tickets from London to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport, book your trip for March (it has the cheapest flights). Travel dates flexible? Use the 'Whole month' search tool to browse the most affordable day to fly.
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The best time to fly from London to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
July is the most popular month for flights from London to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport. To skip the crowds, head to Bucharest in April when it's quieter.
The warmest month in Bucharest is August, with temperatures ranging between 17ºC and 33ºC. Book your flights from London to OTP in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap flights from London to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -9ºC and 8ºC on average.
More about Bucharest
After booking your flight from London to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport, think about where you want to stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Bucharest:
Old Town and Herastrau Park are just a couple of the top attractions to put on your Bucharest itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Romanian Athenaeum (Ateneul Roman).
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