Travelling from Santorini International Airport (JTR) to Bucharest: what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Santorini International Airport to Bucharest and you'll be travelling for an average of 1 hour 50 minutes.
Bucharest and Santorini (Thira) (where Santorini International Airport is located) are in the UTC+2 timezone. This means there's no time difference to consider.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. That way, you can comfortably board your JTR to Bucharest flight.
Heading away during a peak period like a bank holiday? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. For peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Direct Santorini International Airport to Bucharest tickets are available for booking. Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) is where you'll be touching down.
Get on board with Wizz Air Malta. This popular airline operates direct flights from Santorini International Airport to Bucharest.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your journey and maybe even explore another city. When searching for flight tickets from JTR to Bucharest, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Here are some options to consider:
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
Thessaloniki International Airport (SKG)
To get to JTR from central Santorini (Thira), it'll take about 10 minutes if you're going by car. It's roughly 5 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Catching an early flight from Santorini International Airport to Bucharest? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to JTR:
Santorini International Airport has an excellent on-time performance, so you're less likely to experience disruptions. Departures from JTR land at their destination as scheduled 92.74% of the time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Santorini International Airport (JTR) to Bucharest
R 494 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Santorini International Airport to Bucharest flight. Return flight tickets start at R 1,489. These prices may change based on demand.
To score cheap flights from JTR to Bucharest, book your journey two months before your planned departure.
Organise your trip for June. That's the best month for landing an incredible deal on Santorini International Airport to Bucharest tickets. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.
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Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Santorini International Airport to Bucharest.
Airports in Bucharest
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) is around 21 kilometres from the centre of Bucharest. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 35 minutes.
Travelling to the centre by public transport typically takes 1 hour 35 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Santorini International Airport to Bucharest, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near OTP:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Klass Wagen, Pricecarz or Surprice and explore beyond Bucharest's usual tourist stops.
Lock in the best rate by booking your vehicle from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport about one week before your flight from JTR to Bucharest.
Best time to go to Bucharest
Travel to Bucharest in peak season if you prefer a busy atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices are generally higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Santorini International Airport to Bucharest during low season when prices are cheaper and crowds are smaller.
Before locking in your Santorini International 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).
Look for cheap tickets from JTR to Bucharest in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -9ºC (16ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) on average.
More about Bucharest
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Bucharest right here. Browse these options after locking in your flight from Santorini International Airport to Bucharest:
There are so many things to explore 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 highlights which should feature on any good Bucharest itinerary.
Explore more of Romania
Bucharest has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Romania just waiting to be discovered. About 322 kilometres north of Bucharest, a trip to Iasi will keep you on the move. Check out popular attractions like Palace of Culture, Saint Nicholas Church and Golia Monastery.
If you're ready to explore another great destination in Romania, consider Cluj-Napoca, roughly 322 kilometres north-west of Bucharest. St. Michael's Church, Hoia Baciu Forest and Banffy Palace are among the biggest draws.