Flying from Marseille Provence Airport (MRS) to Bucharest: what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Marseille Provence Airport to Bucharest is 2 hours 50 minutes.
Marseille Provence Airport is located in Marseille. Based in the UTC+2 timezone, Bucharest is one hour ahead of Marseille.
The most popular route is from Marseille Provence Airport (MRS) to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP). You can select from two weekly services between these two airports. If you'd like to get on your way as soon as you can, the earliest flight from MRS to OTP is the 05:45 Ryanair service. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the last departure is at 20:50 with Ryanair.
Leave plenty of time to make your MRS to Bucharest flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during peak periods in general.
Start your journey at MRS and travel nonstop to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP). That's where you can expect to touch down when searching for Marseille Provence Airport to Bucharest tickets.
Ryanair is a well-known airline that operates direct flights from Marseille Provence Airport to Bucharest.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper plane ticket from MRS to Bucharest. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your journey by stopping at one of these popular airports:
Munich Franz Joseph Strauss Airport (MUC)
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG)
MRS is around 19 kilometres from central Marseille. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 35 minutes.
Have an early flight from Marseille Provence Airport to Bucharest? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels close to MRS:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Marseille Provence Airport, data shows 73% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Marseille Provence Airport (MRS) to Bucharest
R 449 is currently the best price for a one-way Marseille Provence Airport to Bucharest flight. Return plane tickets start at R 1,195. These fares can change based on demand and availability.
To secure cheap flights from MRS to Bucharest, book your trip one month ahead of your departure date.
June is the best month for scoring an awesome deal on Marseille Provence Airport to Bucharest tickets. If you'd like to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.
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Airports in Bucharest
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
The distance from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) to central Bucharest is roughly 16 kilometres. It takes around 30 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 35 minutes.
Think about booking a hotel close to OTP if you're coming in on a late flight from Marseille Provence Airport to Bucharest. Pick one of these options and make your first night all about catching up on rest:
To get the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport about one week in advance of your flight from MRS to Bucharest.
Baneasa Airport (BBU)
Baneasa Airport (BBU) is roughly 8 kilometres from the centre of Bucharest. Check out your options for travelling into town after your flight from Marseille Provence Airport to Bucharest has touched down.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel close to BBU. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your MRS to Bucharest flight:
Avoid paying extra. Securing your ride two weeks ahead of your arrival at BBU can help you lock in a better rate.
Best time to go to Bucharest
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Marseille Provence Airport to Bucharest. July is the busiest month to travel to Bucharest. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in January.
Book a Marseille Provence Airport to Bucharest plane ticket with a departure in August to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 17ºC (63ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from MRS to Bucharest in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -9ºC (16ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) on average.
More about Bucharest
Start your Bucharest trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Marseille Provence Airport to Bucharest, check out our range of hotels including:
Every great journey has to include some sightseeing. Museum of the Palace of the Parliament, Caru' cu Bere and National Bank of Romania Museum are essential stops on your Bucharest itinerary.
Explore more of Romania
Iasi is just one of the many cities in Romania waiting to be discovered once you've seen Bucharest. Around 322 kilometres away to the north, its best attractions include Galata Monastery, The Catholic Cathedral Saint Mary and Monastery of the Three Holy Hierarchs.
Around 322 kilometres northwest of Bucharest, Cluj-Napoca is another favourite stop in Romania. No visit is complete without checking out St. Michael's Church, Museum Square and Romanian Orthodox Church of Transfiguration.