Flying from Mexico City to Bucharest: what you need to know
Start your holiday planning by considering where you'll take off for your flight from Mexico City to Bucharest. Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) and Santa Lucia Air Force Base (NLU) are the main airports in Mexico City.
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) is the major hub where you can touch down in Bucharest.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your flight from Mexico City to Bucharest.
Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months like July and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
If you hold a passport from Mexico and plan to travel to Romania for tourism purposes, you won't need a visa. However, entry and visa requirements may vary based on the length of your trip and can be subject to change. For the latest rules, contact your destination's nearest consulate or embassy before reserving a cheap flight from Mexico City to Bucharest.
Flying from Mexico City
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
We make it a breeze to find a flight from Mexico City to Bucharest that includes a stopover. To see all your options departing from Benito Juarez International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some popular stopovers include:
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
The journey from central Mexico City to MEX takes around 57 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 8 kilometres in 24 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to Benito Juarez International Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Mexico City to Bucharest, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU)
Visit family or friends or just take a moment to refresh yourself with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your flight from Mexico City to Bucharest, here's where you can stop when departing from Benito Juarez International Airport:
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
You can reach NLU from central Mexico City in about 55 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The ride on public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 46 minutes to travel the 40 kilometres or so.
It's your holiday, so why not include an extra night away at a hotel close to Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport? Before your flight from Mexico City to Bucharest, think about staying at Villa Granada.
Arriving in Bucharest
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) is around 21 kilometres from the centre of Bucharest. With a cab or in your own car rental, the drive is about 34 minutes.
It typically takes 1 hour and 36 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
If you have a late flight from Mexico City to Bucharest, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near OTP:
How to find the cheapest flights from Mexico City to Bucharest
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Mexico City to Bucharest is ج.م. 19,498. For a return flight on this route, the best price is ج.م. 37,277. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares can change.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from Mexico City to Bucharest if you book ahead. Airlines often have some great early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest tickets from Mexico City to Bucharest across the month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
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Use filters to tailor your flights from Mexico City to Bucharest. Enter your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.
Best time to go to Bucharest
It's time to figure out your trip dates for your flight from Mexico City to Bucharest. July is the busiest month to visit Bucharest. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in April.
Lock in your flight from Mexico City to Bucharest for August if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Bucharest to range from 17ºC to 33ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from Mexico City to Bucharest in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -9ºC and 8ºC on average.
More about Bucharest
Start your Bucharest trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Mexico City to Bucharest, browse our selection of hotels including:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. Old Town, Herastrau Park and Romanian Athenaeum (Ateneul Roman) are highlights which should feature on any well-planned Bucharest itinerary.
Complete your Bucharest trip with a car rental
We use the same magic that helped you find your cheap flight from Mexico City to Bucharest to track down amazing deals on car rentals. Search for your ride in seconds and easily compare your options. Plus you'll find all the info you need to drive in Bucharest, from the most popular car rental to the average daily price.
