Travelling from Bucharest to London Gatwick Airport (LGW): What you need to know
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) is Bucharest's main airport. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Bucharest to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) taking off from here.
London is two hours behind Bucharest. London Gatwick Airport is located in London, which is in the UTC+0 timezone.
Your flight from Bucharest to LGW won't wait if you're running late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Delays at security and check-in are likely if you're travelling during high season, so allow a bit more breathing room. The recommendation for peak times? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Bucharest
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
You'll find a direct flight from Bucharest to London Gatwick Airport with Wizz Air Malta. This well-known airline operates departures from OTP.
The preferred choice for passengers flying between OTP and LGW is Wizz Air Malta.
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to take a travel break and perhaps even tour another city. When browsing cheap flights from Bucharest to LGW leaving from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to discover where you can stop along the way. Your journey might pause in:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
OTP is around 21 kilometres from central Bucharest. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour 35 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Bucharest to London Gatwick Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays near Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport:
71.27% of flights that leave from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport land at their destination on schedule.
About London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Bucharest to London Gatwick Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near LGW:
Grab a London Gatwick Airport rental car and discover London and beyond with your own wheels. Green Motion, U-Save and Drivalia are popular outlets you can book with here.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your vehicle around three weeks ahead of your Bucharest to London Gatwick Airport flight.
Getting from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to central London
The centre of London is around 40 kilometres from London Gatwick Airport. Travel times by car hire or cab will vary based on traffic conditions and time of day, so do some research ahead of time.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of roughly 30 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bucharest to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
R 787 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Bucharest to London Gatwick Airport. A return flight starts at R 1,694. These prices may change based on availability and demand.
To find cheap flights from Bucharest to LGW, book in advance. Airlines usually offer lower prices when flights first go on sale.
Cheap Bucharest to London Gatwick 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 pick the cheapest day.
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Bag the best deal on a flight from Bucharest to London Gatwick Airport with the help of the filters. Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest.'
The best time to fly from Bucharest to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
February is the quietest month for flights from Bucharest to London Gatwick Airport (LGW), while August is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to London based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Before locking in your Bucharest to LGW plane ticket, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in London, with temperatures ranging from 11ºC (52ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from Bucharest to London Gatwick Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF).
More about London
Once you've booked your flight from Bucharest to London Gatwick Airport, find a hotel that puts you in a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring London:
There are plenty of things to do in London when you're ready to see the sights. Kick off your exploring at The British Museum followed by Westminster Abbey and Big Ben.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
You've seen London, now it's time to discover more of the United Kingdom. Travel about 193 kilometres north-west to Birmingham to check off its top sights. From The Windsor Castle to Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery and Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Bristol is another must-experience destination in the United Kingdom and is around 177 kilometres west of London. No trip is complete without visiting Banksey, Banksy's You Don't Need Planning Permission to Build Castles in the Sky and Clifton Suspension Bridge.
