Travelling from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Bucharest: what you need to know
Expect to be in the air for 3 hours 55 minutes. That's the average journey time for a direct flight from Dublin Airport to Bucharest.
Bucharest is two hours ahead of Dublin, where Dublin Airport is located. Bucharest observes the UTC+2 timezone.
With 14 weekly flights between the two airports, Dublin Airport (DUB) to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) is the busiest route. Ryanair operates the earliest flight at 05:45. If you'd like to make the most of your day before flying, the latest departure from DUB to OTP is with Anima Wings at 21:00.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your DUB to Bucharest flight.
Longer lines at check-in and security are more likely if you're jetting off during high season, so allow some extra breathing room. A good rule for peak times? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Direct Dublin Airport to Bucharest tickets are available for booking. Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) will be where your journey ends.
You'll have your pick of airlines operating direct flights from Dublin Airport to Bucharest. Book your journey with one of these:
Consider adding a stopover to potentially score a cheaper flight ticket from DUB to Bucharest. All you need to do is uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Take a detour (and maybe pocket some savings) by stopping at one of these popular airports:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
DUB is around 8 kilometres from central Dublin. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 2 hours 10 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Dublin Airport to Bucharest? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels near DUB:
When it comes to Dublin Airport's on-time performance, data shows 72.87% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Bucharest
R 747 is currently the best price for a one-way Dublin Airport to Bucharest flight. A return flight ticket starts from R 1,537. These prices can change based on demand.
Lock in cheap flights from DUB to Bucharest by booking four months ahead. Based on our research, that's the best time for landing a bargain.
Plan your trip for August. That's the best month for scoring an epic deal on Dublin Airport to Bucharest tickets. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to access the lowest price across every month.
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Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Dublin Airport to Bucharest by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest.'
Airports in Bucharest
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
The distance from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) to central Bucharest is roughly 21 kilometres. It'll take you about 35 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It'll take around 1 hour 35 minutes to get there using public transport.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Dublin Airport to Bucharest. Check in to one of these accommodation options near OTP instead:
Pick up a Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport rental car and explore Bucharest and beyond with your own wheels. Klass Wagen, Pricecarz and Surprice are top providers to choose from here.
Reserving your vehicle from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport about one week before your flight from DUB to Bucharest can help you secure the lowest rate.
Best time to go to Bucharest
Carefully consider your trip dates before booking your flight from Dublin Airport to Bucharest. The city buzzes during high season, but hotel rates are usually higher and top attractions can be busy. Go to Bucharest in the off-season if you like a quieter vibe.
Before booking a Dublin Airport to Bucharest flight ticket, think about the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. August is the warmest month in Bucharest, with temperatures ranging from 17ºC (63ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from DUB to Bucharest in January when temperatures average between -9ºC (16ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF).
More about Bucharest
Start your Bucharest trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Dublin Airport to Bucharest, check out our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be tricky to know where to begin. Old Town, Museum of the Palace of the Parliament and The Revolution Square Fountain are major attractions which should be on any well-planned Bucharest itinerary.
Explore more of Romania
Iasi is just one of the many cities in Romania waiting to be explored once you've seen Bucharest. Around 322 kilometres away to the north, top sights here include Palace of Culture, Saint Nicholas Church and Golia Monastery.
Around 322 kilometres north-west of Bucharest, Cluj-Napoca is another favourite stop in Romania. Start your sightseeing at St. Michael's Church, Hoia Baciu Forest and Banffy Palace.