Flying from Bucharest to Porto Airport (OPO): What you need to know
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) is Bucharest's main airport. Explore your options for booking a flight from Bucharest to Porto Airport (OPO) leaving from here.
The average length of a direct Bucharest to Porto Airport flight is 4 hours 20 minutes.
The timezone in Porto is UTC+0, which is two hours behind Bucharest. Porto Airport is located in Porto.
The busiest route is Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) to Porto Airport (OPO). You can choose from 3 direct services every week.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your flight from Bucharest to OPO.
You can expect longer queues in popular months such as July and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
Airports in Bucharest
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
Fly without interruptions from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP). Nonstop flights from Bucharest to Porto Airport (OPO) can be booked from here.
When leaving from OTP, you can take a direct flight from Bucharest to Porto Airport with Wizz Air Malta.
Most travellers choose to book seats with Wizz Air Malta between OTP and OPO.
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Bucharest to OPO. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP). Break the trip up (and maybe score a better deal) by stopping at one of these airports:
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Munich Franz Joseph Strauss Airport (MUC)
OTP is about 16 kilometres from central Bucharest. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 35 minutes.
Searching for a comfortable hotel close to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Bucharest to Porto Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport, 78% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Baneasa Airport (BBU)
From central Bucharest, BBU is roughly 8 kilometres away. When planning your route, check whether public transport is an option or if it's more convenient to drive.
Get your holiday started early with an additional night away from home. Before your Bucharest to OPO flight, stay in one of these hotels close to Baneasa Airport:
Baneasa Airport has a track record for punctuality. 82% of flights departing here land when expected.
About Porto Airport (OPO)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Bucharest to Porto Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near OPO instead:
To secure the lowest price, reserve your ride around three weeks in advance of your Bucharest to Porto Airport flight.
Getting from Porto Airport (OPO) to central Porto
Porto Airport is around 11 kilometres from the centre of Porto. It takes around 20 minutes or so to drive to the city.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 30 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bucharest to Porto Airport (OPO)
Currently, R 724 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Bucharest to Porto Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 1,970. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Bucharest to OPO. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer your departure date, the more expensive your ticket may be.
Cheap Bucharest to Porto Airport tickets are easier to find if your travel dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares across the month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
There's no need to check every day to find out if prices have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know when a lower fare pops up on plane tickets from Bucharest to OPO.
Discover the best deal on a flight from Bucharest to Porto Airport with the help of the filters. Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest.'
The best time to fly from Bucharest to Porto Airport (OPO)
December is the quietest month for flights from Bucharest to Porto Airport (OPO), while August is the busiest. Work out the ideal time to visit Porto based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in a Bucharest to OPO plane ticket departing in August if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Porto to range from 14ºC (57ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from Bucharest to Porto Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 3ºC (37ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF).
More about Porto
Start your Porto trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Bucharest to Porto Airport, check out our selection of hotels including:
You'll find loads of fantastic things to do in Porto when you're ready to sightsee. Make your way to Ribeira District followed by Rio Douro and Livraria Lello.
Explore more of Portugal
Lisbon is just one of the many places in Portugal waiting to be discovered after you've seen Porto. Around 290 kilometres away to the south, popular attractions include Pasteis de Belém, belém and Real Mosteiro de Santa Maria de Belém.
Around 274 kilometres south of Porto, Amadora is another essential stop in Portugal. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Roman Villa, Park Fantasia and Palácio dos Condes da Lousã.
