Flying from Philadelphia to Bucharest: what you need to know
Philadelphia's main base, Philadelphia International Airport (PHL), is where many unforgettable trips begin. Explore your departure choices from here for your flight from Philadelphia to Bucharest.
Bucharest Otopeni Airport (OTP) and Bucharest Baneasa Airport (BBU) are Bucharest's major gateways.
The timezone in Bucharest is UTC+2, which is seven hours ahead of Philadelphia.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. That way, you won't have to rush to board your Philadelphia to Bucharest flight.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
How to find the cheapest flights from Philadelphia to Bucharest
Booking ahead of time is often the key to securing a cheap Philadelphia to Bucharest flight. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely pay.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price across each month when looking for your plane ticket from Philadelphia to Bucharest.
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Flying from Philadelphia
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
We make it simple to find a Philadelphia to Bucharest flight with a stopover. To see all the options leaving from Philadelphia International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Popular stopovers include:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Nice Airport (NCE)
PHL is around 11 kilometres from central Philadelphia. If you're catching a taxi, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 30 minutes.
Have an early flight from Philadelphia to Bucharest? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays near Philadelphia International Airport:
77% of flights that take off from Philadelphia International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
PHL is located at 8500 Essington Ave.
Arriving in Bucharest
Bucharest Otopeni Airport (OTP)
The distance from Bucharest Otopeni Airport (OTP) to central Bucharest is approximately 16 kilometres. It takes about 30 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Getting there on public transport takes about 35 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Philadelphia to Bucharest. Check in to one of these accommodation options near OTP instead:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Bucharest Otopeni Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Klass Wagen, Pricecarz or Surprice and see more of Bucharest and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride from Bucharest Otopeni Airport about one week in advance of your trip.
Bucharest Baneasa Airport (BBU)
Bucharest Baneasa Airport (BBU) is about 8 kilometres from central Bucharest. Once you've hopped off your flight from Philadelphia to Bucharest, it takes approximately 20 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a taxi or ride-share.
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take about 35 minutes.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel close to BBU. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your flight from Philadelphia to Bucharest:
Forget about public transport schedules or long taxi queues. Grab a Bucharest Baneasa Airport rental car and let the journey unfold your way. Check out the availability and rates from Wheego, Abbycar and ecovia.
Don't pay more than you need to. Booking your ride two weeks ahead of your arrival at BBU will help you save.
Best time to go to Bucharest
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Philadelphia to Bucharest. July is the most popular month for a trip to Bucharest. If you want a quieter vibe, go in March.
Lock in a Philadelphia to Bucharest ticket departing in August if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Bucharest to range from 17ºC (63ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Philadelphia to Bucharest in January when temperatures average between -9ºC (16ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF).
More about Bucharest
Start your Bucharest trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Philadelphia to Bucharest, browse our selection of hotels including:
All great holidays should include some sightseeing. Caru' cu Bere, Museum of the Palace of the Parliament and National Bank of Romania Museum are must-do's during your Bucharest adventure.
Explore more of Romania
Iasi is just one of the many cities in Romania waiting to be discovered after you've seen Bucharest. Around 322 kilometres to the north, popular attractions include Galata Monastery, The Catholic Cathedral Saint Mary and Monastery of the Three Holy Hierarchs.
If you're eager to discover another major destination in Romania, head for Cluj-Napoca, roughly 322 kilometres northwest of Bucharest. Saint Michael’s Church, Museum Square and Romanian Orthodox Church of Transfiguration are key highlights.
