Travelling from Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN) to Bucharest: what you need to know
Approximately 2 hours 50 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Stockholm Arlanda Airport to Bucharest.
The timezone in Bucharest is UTC+2. The city is one hour ahead of Stockholm, where Stockholm Arlanda Airport is located.
With three flights a week between the two airports, Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN) to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) is the most popular route. Norwegian Air Sweden operates the earliest flight at 06:30. If you'd like to make the most of your day before you fly, the last flight from ARN to OTP is with Norwegian Air Sweden at 16:45.
Leave enough time to get on your ARN to Bucharest flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak time like a bank holiday? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Begin your journey at ARN and fly nonstop to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP). That's where you can expect to land when searching for Stockholm Arlanda Airport to Bucharest tickets.
Book your seat with Anima Wings. This popular airline operates direct flights from Stockholm Arlanda Airport to Bucharest.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially save on your flight ticket from ARN to Bucharest. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these connecting airports:
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW)
Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)
Travelling from central Stockholm to ARN takes about 40 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 40 kilometres in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Searching for a hotel close to ARN? If you've booked an early flight from Stockholm Arlanda Airport to Bucharest, these stays set you up for a seamless send-off:
When it comes to Stockholm Arlanda Airport's on-time performance, 73.1% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
How to find the cheapest flights from Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN) to Bucharest
R 806 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Stockholm Arlanda Airport to Bucharest flight. Return flight tickets start from R 1,735. These fares can change based on availability.
Book four months before flying. Research on pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from ARN to Bucharest.
August is the best month for scoring a fantastic deal on Stockholm Arlanda Airport to Bucharest tickets. If you'd like to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from ARN to Bucharest by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a new low fare is offered.
Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Stockholm Arlanda Airport to Bucharest.
Airports in Bucharest
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) to the centre of Bucharest takes about 35 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 21 kilometres away.
It'll take around 1 hour 35 minutes if you're using public transport.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Stockholm Arlanda Airport to Bucharest, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near OTP:
Grab a Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport rental car and explore Bucharest and beyond with your own wheels. Klass Wagen, Pricecarz and Surprice are top providers you can book with here.
For the lowest price, book your vehicle from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport about one week ahead of your flight from ARN to Bucharest.
Best time to go to Bucharest
Carefully consider your trip dates before securing your flight from Stockholm Arlanda Airport to Bucharest. The city comes alive during peak season, but hotel prices are usually higher and major attractions can be crowded. Plan your trip to Bucharest in low season if you prefer a more relaxed vibe.
Before locking in your Stockholm Arlanda Airport to Bucharest flight ticket, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Bucharest, with temperatures ranging from 17ºC (63ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -9ºC (16ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from ARN to Bucharest around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Bucharest
After booking your flight from Stockholm Arlanda Airport to Bucharest, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring Bucharest:
All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. Old Town, Museum of the Palace of the Parliament and The Revolution Square Fountain are essential stops on your Bucharest itinerary.
Explore more of Romania
You've done Bucharest, now it's time to discover other corners of Romania. Journey around 322 kilometres north to Iasi to tick off its must-visit sights. From Palace of Culture to Saint Nicholas Church and Golia Monastery, your itinerary will be busy.
If you want to check out another side of Romania, consider Cluj-Napoca, roughly 322 kilometres north-west of Bucharest. St. Michael's Church, Hoia Baciu Forest and Banffy Palace are the start of reasons to visit.
