Flying from Miami International Airport (MIA) to Bucharest Otopeni Airport (OTP): what you need to know
Bucharest is seven hours ahead of Miami and is in the UTC+2 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your MIA to OTP flight.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
If you want to split up your journey, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Miami International Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between MIA and OTP:
Frankfurt am Main Airport
Rome Fiumicino Airport
Zurich Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Miami International Airport (MIA) to Bucharest Otopeni Airport (OTP)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Miami International Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Airport flight is R 4,503. A return fare is currently R 10,269. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from MIA to OTP if you book early. Airlines often have some amazing early bird deals.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll find the lowest price across the month when looking for a flight from Miami International Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Airport.
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Handy information about Miami International Airport (MIA)
You'll find MIA at 4200 N.W. 21 Street.
Of the departures from Miami International Airport, 78% touch down on time at their destination.
Central Miami to Miami International Airport is around 11 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel near MIA? If you're catching an early flight from Miami International Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Arriving at Bucharest Otopeni Airport (OTP)
If you're arriving on a late Miami International Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be resting not long after at one of these hotels near OTP:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Bucharest Otopeni Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Klass Wagen, Pricecarz or Surprice and explore beyond Bucharest's main sights.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Bucharest Otopeni Airport about one week before your travel date.
Getting from Bucharest Otopeni Airport (OTP) to central Bucharest
From Bucharest Otopeni Airport, Bucharest is approximately 16 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It typically takes 35 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Bucharest Otopeni Airport (OTP)
July is the most popular month for flights from Miami International Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Airport. To escape the crowds, visit Bucharest in March.
When booking your flight from Miami International Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Airport, consider the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Bucharest, with the temperature ranging from 17ºC (63ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from MIA to OTP in January. Temperatures average between -9ºC (16ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) then.
Explore more of Romania
You've seen Bucharest, now it's time to explore other parts of Romania. Travel about 322 kilometres north to Iasi to tick off its leading attractions. From Galata Monastery to The Catholic Cathedral Saint Mary and Monastery of the Three Holy Hierarchs, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 322 kilometres north-west of Bucharest, Cluj-Napoca is another essential stop in Romania. Start your sightseeing at St. Michael's Church, Museum Square and Romanian Orthodox Church of Transfiguration.