Travelling from Warsaw to Bucharest: what you need to know
There are two main airports to choose from in Warsaw. Explore your options departing from Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW) or Warsaw-Modlin Airport (WMI) when booking your flight from Warsaw to Bucharest.
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) is the primary gateway where you can land in Bucharest.
A direct flight from Warsaw to Bucharest takes an average of 1 hour 51 minutes. The timezone in Bucharest is UTC+2, which is 1 hour ahead of Warsaw.
Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW) to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) is the most traveled route that connects these two cities. There are 33 flights a week to pick from. If you have things to finalize before heading off, the last flight from Warsaw to Bucharest is with LOT - Polish Airlines at 23:00. Go for the first WAW to OTP departure with LOT - Polish Airlines at 11:00 if you want to get going early.
To ensure you get on your flight from Warsaw to Bucharest, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months like July and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
You can travel to Romania for tourism purposes without a visa if you have a passport from Poland. But before booking your cheap flight from Warsaw to Bucharest, double-check for the newest rules and regulations. Visa rules can change, and you may need some travel documentation if your trip is for business or other reasons.
Flying from Warsaw
Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW)
Jet off from Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW) on a nonstop flight from Warsaw to Bucharest. From WAW, you can fly directly into Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP).
LOT - Polish Airlines is a well-known carrier that operates direct flights from Warsaw to Bucharest taking off from WAW.
Located around 8 kilometres from central Warsaw, WAW can be reached in about 21 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The same journey by public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 9 minutes.
Want a handy hotel near Frederic Chopin Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Warsaw to Bucharest, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Warsaw-Modlin Airport (WMI)
WMI is around 40 kilometres from central Warsaw. It takes 50 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour and 1 minute.
You're going on holiday, so why not extend it with an extra night away from home? Think about kicking back in one of these accommodation options near Warsaw-Modlin Airport the day before your flight from Warsaw to Bucharest:
Arriving in Bucharest
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) to central Bucharest is about 34 minutes by car. It's approximately 21 kilometres away.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour and 36 minutes.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Warsaw to Bucharest. Book one of these accommodation options near OTP instead:
How to find the cheapest flights from Warsaw to Bucharest
Right now, ج.م. 1,558 is the best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Warsaw to Bucharest. The cheapest price for a return flight is ج.م. 3,308. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book 10 months before you want to fly. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from Warsaw to Bucharest.
Schedule your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for flight tickets from Warsaw to Bucharest. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across each month.
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Best time to go to Bucharest
April is the quietest month for flights from Warsaw to Bucharest, while July is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to Bucharest based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
The warmest month in Bucharest is August, with temperatures ranging between 17ºC and 33ºC. Lock in your flights from Warsaw to Bucharest in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Warsaw to Bucharest in January when temperatures average between -9ºC and 8ºC.
More about Bucharest
Start your Bucharest trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Warsaw to Bucharest, check out our selection of hotels including:
Old Town and Herastrau Park are just a couple of the leading attractions to put on your Bucharest travel itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Romanian Athenaeum (Ateneul Roman).
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