Flying from Las Vegas to Bucharest: what you need to know
Las Vegas's main base, Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) (LAS), is where countless awesome holidays begin. Explore the departure options from here when searching for a flight from Las Vegas to Bucharest.
Come in for landing at Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP), the primary gateway of Bucharest.
Bucharest's timezone is UTC+2, making Bucharest nine hours ahead of Las Vegas.
For a relaxed travel experience, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. That way, you can comfortably board your Las Vegas to Bucharest flight.
Flying during a peak time like October? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines and delays at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Las Vegas to Bucharest
To find cheap Las Vegas to Bucharest flights, book as early as possible. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when flights are first released.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price across the month when searching for your plane ticket from Las Vegas to Bucharest.
Save time looking for cheap flights from Las Vegas to Bucharest by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your Las Vegas to Bucharest flight results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest.'
Flying from Las Vegas
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) (LAS)
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to take a travel break — and maybe even explore another city. When searching for Las Vegas to Bucharest flights departing from Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Here are some options to consider:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
Travelling from central Las Vegas to LAS takes about 1 hour on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 10 kilometres in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Booked an early flight from Las Vegas to Bucharest? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport):
82.07% of flights departing from Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) land at their destination as planned. Given its strong performance rating, you're unlikely to be delayed when jetting out of LAS.
You'll find LAS at 5757 Wayne Newton Boulevard.
Arriving in Bucharest
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) to central Bucharest takes around 35 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 14 kilometres away.
It typically takes 1 hour 35 minutes to get there when travelling by public transport.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Las Vegas to Bucharest. Reserve one of these accommodation options near OTP instead:
Travel at your own speed with a Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Klass Wagen, Pricecarz or Surprice and experience more of Bucharest and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport about one week ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Best time to go to Bucharest
July is the busiest month for flights from Las Vegas to Bucharest. To avoid the crowds, head to Bucharest in April.
Before locking in your Las Vegas to Bucharest tickets, consider the type of weather you enjoy. 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 flight from Las Vegas to Bucharest in January when temperatures average between -9ºC (16ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF).
More about Bucharest
After booking your flight from Las Vegas to Bucharest, decide where you'll be dropping your bags. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Bucharest:
All great journeys should include some sightseeing. Museum of the Palace of the Parliament, Old Town and The Revolution Square Fountain are must-visits when exploring Bucharest.
Explore more of Romania
Bucharest has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Romania waiting to be discovered. About 322 kilometres north of Bucharest, a visit to Iasi will keep you on the go. Don't miss top attractions like Palace of Culture, Saint Nicholas Church and Golia Monastery.
If you're interested in discovering another corner of Romania, consider Cluj-Napoca, about 322 kilometres north-west of Bucharest. St. Michael's Church, Hoia Baciu Forest and Banffy Palace are key reasons to visit.