Flying from Bucharest to Cardiff Airport (CWL): What you need to know
Cardiff is two hours behind Bucharest. Cardiff Airport is located in Cardiff, which operates on the UTC+0 timezone.
To ensure you catch your flight from Bucharest to CWL, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Popular months like July or other peak periods mean longer lines and possible delays. Get a head start by getting to the airport even earlier. Aim for at least four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Bucharest
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
We make it easy to book cheap flights from Bucharest to CWL with a stopover. To explore all the options leaving from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers between OTP and CWL include:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Malaga-Costa del Sol Airport (AGP)
Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
Located around 16 kilometres from central Bucharest, OTP can be reached in about 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 35 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel near Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Bucharest to Cardiff Airport, these accommodation options will put you just around the corner from the terminal:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport, 71% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
About Cardiff Airport (CWL)
Have a late flight from Bucharest to Cardiff Airport? Don't let it hijack your sleep schedule. Check in to one of these hotels near CWL and shut your eyes sooner:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Cardiff Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Europcar, Keddy By Europcar or Enterprise to explore Cardiff and beyond.
Booking your vehicle around four weeks ahead of your Bucharest to Cardiff Airport flight can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to central Cardiff
Cardiff Airport is around 19 kilometres from the centre of Cardiff. It takes around 25 minutes or so to drive to the city.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of roughly 40 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bucharest to Cardiff Airport (CWL)
Currently, R 1,030 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Bucharest to Cardiff Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 2,660. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Bucharest to CWL if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some great early bird deals.
Cheap Bucharest to Cardiff Airport tickets are easier to find if you're not locked into specific dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares throughout the month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if prices have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as a better deal is available on plane tickets from Bucharest to CWL.
Save money on your flight from Bucharest to Cardiff Airport by using filters. Select your preferred times, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Bucharest to Cardiff Airport (CWL)
October is when most people book flights from Bucharest to Cardiff Airport (CWL). Plan your visit to Cardiff in January if you prefer a quieter experience.
Lock in a Bucharest to CWL plane ticket departing in July if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Cardiff to range from 11ºC (52ºF) to 22ºC (72ºF).
January sees temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Bucharest to Cardiff Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Cardiff
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Cardiff right here. Check out these hotels once you've booked your flight from Bucharest to Cardiff Airport:
All great holidays should include a little sightseeing. Cardiff Castle, St. Fagans National Museum of History and Cardiff Bay are must-do's during your Cardiff adventure.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
Cardiff has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of the United Kingdom just waiting to be explored. About 225 kilometres east of Cardiff, a trip to London will keep you on the go. Start with popular sights like The British Museum, Westminster Abbey and Big Ben.
Around 153 kilometres northeast of Cardiff, Birmingham is another essential stop in the United Kingdom. No visit is complete without checking out Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre and Bournville Experience.
