Flying from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) to Santander Airport (SDR): what you need to know
Around 3 hours 55 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Santander Airport.
Santander is one hour behind Bucharest and observes the UTC+1 timezone.
You can choose from three weekly Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Santander Airport flights. The 16:10 departure with Wizz Air Malta is the earliest flight you can take. Wizz Air Malta operates the latest service of the day at 16:10.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your OTP to SDR flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Wizz Air Malta is your gateway to exploring Santander (and maybe even some other exciting corners of Spain!). Browse the direct flights from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Santander Airport offered by this popular airline.
Wizz Air Malta is the airline with the highest passenger demand for this route.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Santander Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or visit a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between OTP and SDR:
Vienna International Airport
Orio al Serio International Airport
Brussels S. Charleroi Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) to Santander Airport (SDR)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Santander Airport flight is R 509. A round-trip ticket right now is R 968. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Get cheap tickets from OTP to SDR by booking at least six months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Santander Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across each month.
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Handy information about Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
71.27% of flights that depart Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
Central Bucharest to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport is approximately 21 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 35 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
The trip on public transport will take about 1 hour 35 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Santander Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to OTP:
Arriving at Santander Airport (SDR)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Santander Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near SDR instead:
Travel at your own pace with a Santander Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Click and Rent, Goldcar or OK Mobility and see more of Santander and beyond.
Booking your ride from Santander Airport around three weeks ahead can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Santander Airport (SDR) to central Santander
From Santander Airport, Santander is approximately 6 kilometres away. It takes around 10 minutes to reach the centre by car.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of around 40 minutes.
When to fly to Santander Airport (SDR)
August is the busiest month for flights from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Santander Airport. To avoid the crowds, visit Santander in April.
The warmest month in Santander is August, with the temperature ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF). Book your flights from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Santander Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
February has average temperatures of between 5ºC (41ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF). Look for cheap tickets from OTP to SDR around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Spain
Santander has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Spain you'll want to see. Around 322 kilometres south-east of Santander, a trip to Zaragoza will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with popular sights like Puente de Piedra, Museo Pablo Gargallo and El Tubo.
Around 322 kilometres south-west of Santander, Salamanca is another essential stop in Spain. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Plaza Mayor, S.O.U. Servicio de Orientación al Universitario. Universidad de Salamanca and Pontifical University of Salamanca.