Flying from Bucharest to Baia Mare Airport (BAY): What you need to know
Get your trip started at Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP), the main airport in Bucharest. Search for flights from Bucharest to Baia Mare Airport (BAY) that jet out of this base.
Around 1 hour 25 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct Bucharest to Baia Mare Airport flight.
Baia Mare (where Baia Mare Airport is located) and Bucharest share the UTC+2 timezone. You'll have no time difference to factor in for your trip.
Choose from 4 direct flights every week between Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) and Baia Mare Airport (BAY). This is the most popular route, with TAROM offering a 11:50am departure from OTP to BAY.
To ensure you catch your flight from Bucharest to BAY, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Travelling over a peak time like July? Public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Bucharest
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
Go straight to your destination from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP). Direct flights from Bucharest to Baia Mare Airport (BAY) are available from here.
You can lock in a direct flight from Bucharest to Baia Mare Airport with TAROM. This popular airline operates departures from OTP.
The airline with the highest booking numbers between OTP and BAY is TAROM.
OTP is about 16 kilometres from central Bucharest. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 35 minutes.
Want an easy start to your trip? Stay near Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Bucharest to Baia Mare Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:
78% of flights that depart Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport touch down at their destination on time.
Baneasa Airport (BBU)
The distance from Bucharest's city centre to BBU is about 8 kilometres. Take into account transport options and potential delays when planning the fastest way to get to the airport.
Got a crack-of-dawn departure? You might like to check in to one of these hotels near Baneasa Airport the day before your Bucharest to BAY flight:
Baneasa Airport is known for its commitment to punctuality. 82% of flights taking off from here make it to their final destination as planned.
About Baia Mare Airport (BAY)
Have a late flight from Bucharest to Baia Mare Airport? Don't let your travel day stretch into tomorrow. Stay at one of these hotels near BAY and hit the lights earlier:
How to find the cheapest flights from Bucharest to Baia Mare Airport (BAY)
Right now, R 1,230 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Bucharest to Baia Mare Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 2,024. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Score cheap flights from Bucharest to BAY by booking three months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
Schedule your trip for August. That's the best month for landing an awesome deal on Bucharest to Baia Mare Airport tickets. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.
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The best time to fly from Bucharest to Baia Mare Airport (BAY)
March is the most popular month for flights from Bucharest to Baia Mare Airport (BAY). Plan your visit to Baia Mare in January if you prefer a quieter experience.
Lock in a Bucharest to BAY plane ticket departing in August if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Baia Mare to range from 13ºC (55ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from Bucharest to Baia Mare Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -12ºC (10ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF).
More about Baia Mare
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Baia Mare right here. Explore these options once you've booked your flight from Bucharest to Baia Mare Airport:
You'll find loads of terrific things to do in Baia Mare when you're ready to get out and sightsee. Start exploring at Catedrala Adormirea Maicii Domnului followed by Holy Trinity Catholic Church and Teleki kastély.
Explore more of Romania
Baia Mare has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Romania waiting to be explored. About 274 kilometres southwest of Baia Mare, a visit to Timisoara will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading attractions like Piata Victoriei, Timișoara Orthodox Cathedral and Thomas Ede Palace.
Braşov is another well-known destination in Romania and is around 274 kilometres southeast of Baia Mare. No trip is complete without a visit to St. Peter's Church, Council Square and Tâmpa.
