Flying from Bucharest to London Heathrow Airport (LHR): What you need to know
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) is Bucharest's main airport. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Bucharest to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) jetting off from here.
3 hours 35 minutes is the average duration of a direct Bucharest to London Heathrow Airport flight.
The timezone in London is UTC+0, which is two hours behind Bucharest. London Heathrow Airport is located in London.
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is the most popular route. There are 15 direct weekly flights to pick from. If you have plans before you fly, hop on the last flight with British Airways at 9:15pm. Go for the first OTP to LHR departure with British Airways at 7:40am if you'd rather get a move on.
For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your flight from Bucharest to LHR.
Popular months like July or other busy periods mean longer waiting times and potential delays. Stick to your schedule by getting to the airport even earlier. Aim for at least four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Bucharest
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) offers an easy route to your destination. Nonstop flights from Bucharest to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) depart from this terminal.
Book your direct flight from Bucharest to London Heathrow Airport with British Airways. This top airline operates services from OTP.
British Airways ranks first in bookings for flights from OTP to LHR.
With a reliable 82.17% of services landing on schedule, British Airways leads the way in punctuality on this route.
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Bucharest to LHR. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP). Break up the journey at one of these popular options:
Munich Franz Joseph Strauss Airport (MUC)
Zurich Airport (ZRH)
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Located around 16 kilometres from central Bucharest, OTP can be reached in about 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport is roughly 35 minutes.
In search of a comfortable hotel near Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Bucharest to London Heathrow Airport, these stays will put you conveniently close to check-in:
Of all flights departing from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport, 78% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Baneasa Airport (BBU)
BBU is approximately 8 kilometres from central Bucharest. Plan ahead to find the easiest way to arrive at your terminal.
Get your holiday started early with an extra night away from home. Before your Bucharest to LHR flight, unwind in one of these hotels close to Baneasa Airport:
The majority of flights that depart Baneasa Airport reach their destination on schedule. It maintains a strong on-time performance rate of 82%.
About London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Bucharest to London Heathrow Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near LHR instead:
Booking your ride around one week in advance of your Bucharest to London Heathrow Airport flight can help you score a better rate.
Getting from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to central London
London Heathrow Airport is around 24 kilometres from the centre of London. It takes around 45 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 25 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bucharest to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
At the moment, R 1,012 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Bucharest to London Heathrow Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 2,361. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To snap up cheap flights from Bucharest to LHR, book your ticket six months ahead of your planned departure.
November is when you're most likely to find a fantastic deal on a Bucharest to London Heathrow Airport ticket. If you need to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.
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The best time to fly from Bucharest to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Think about the kind of holiday you want when deciding the best time to fly. January is the quietest month to go to London. July is when most people book flights from Bucharest to London Heathrow Airport (LHR), which may be perfect if you enjoy travelling when it's busier.
The warmest month in London is July, with temperatures ranging between 11ºC (52ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Lock in your Bucharest to LHR plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Look for cheap tickets from Bucharest to London Heathrow 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
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in London right here. Explore these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Bucharest to London Heathrow Airport:
The British Museum and Westminster Abbey are a couple of big attractions to put on your London must-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Big Ben.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
You've visited London, now it's time to explore other corners of the United Kingdom. Journey around 257 kilometres northwest to Manchester to check off its leading attractions. From Manchester United Museum & Stadium Tour to The Homes of Football and Museum of Science and Industry, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 153 kilometres northwest of London, Birmingham is another favourite stop in the United Kingdom. Start your sightseeing at Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre and Bournville Experience.