Flying from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP): what you need to know
Bucharest is nine hours ahead of San Francisco and follows the UTC+2 timezone.
To ensure you get on your SFO to OTP flight, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Travelling during a peak month such as August? School holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from San Francisco International Airport to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some great stopovers between SFO and OTP include:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Frankfurt Airport
London Heathrow Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
At the moment, R 3,732 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way San Francisco International Airport to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 8,437. Remember that fares may change due to demand when booking.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from SFO to OTP if you book ahead. Airlines often have some terrific early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport throughout the entire month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
There's no need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from SFO to OTP.
Tailor your trip using filters. Select your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from San Francisco International Airport to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport.
Handy information about San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Of all flights leaving San Francisco International Airport, 77.36% land on schedule at their destination.
San Francisco International Airport is about 21 kilometres from central San Francisco. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a hassle-free start by staying near SFO. Whether you're taking an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
Reserve a hotel near OTP if you have a late San Francisco International Airport to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Go where the road takes you with a Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Klass Wagen, Pricecarz or Surprice and discover more of Bucharest and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport around one week before you travel.
Getting from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) to central Bucharest
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport is roughly 21 kilometres from central Bucharest. The drive time takes around 35 minutes.
It takes around 1 hour 35 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Bucharest. If you'd like a more laid-back vibe, go in April.
Before locking in your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Bucharest, with the temperature ranging from 17ºC (63ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SFO 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 discover more of Romania. Travel around 322 kilometres north to Iasi to check off its top attractions. From Palace of Culture to Saint Nicholas Church and Golia Monastery, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
If you're looking to explore another major stop in Romania, head for Cluj-Napoca, roughly 322 kilometres north-west of Bucharest. St. Michael's Church, Hoia Baciu Forest and Banffy Palace are the start of reasons to visit.