Flying from Timisoara Traian Vuia International Airport (TSR) to Bucharest: what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Timisoara Traian Vuia International Airport to Bucharest and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 5 minutes.
Timisoara (the location of Timisoara Traian Vuia International Airport) and Bucharest follow the same timezone — UTC+2.
With 32 weekly flights between the two airports, Timisoara Traian Vuia International Airport (TSR) to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) is the most popular route. TAROM operates the earliest flight at 05:25. If you prefer to get more out of your day before taking off, the latest departure from TSR to OTP is with TAROM at 20:00.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your TSR to Bucharest flight.
Heading away during a peak time like school or public holidays? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Begin your journey at TSR and fly straight to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP). That will be your arrival point when searching for Timisoara Traian Vuia International Airport to Bucharest tickets.
Be on the lookout for promotions from TAROM. This carrier operates direct flights from Timisoara Traian Vuia International Airport to Bucharest.
The journey from central Timisoara to TSR takes around 40 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 11 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Catching an early flight from Timisoara Traian Vuia International Airport to Bucharest? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays near TSR:
Timisoara Traian Vuia International Airport earns top marks for its on-time performance. 82.28% of flights that depart TSR reach their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Timisoara Traian Vuia International Airport (TSR) to Bucharest
R 738 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Timisoara Traian Vuia International Airport to Bucharest flight. A return flight ticket right now is R 1,292. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares can change.
Book one month before travelling. Research on pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from TSR to Bucharest.
May is the best month for scoring a fantastic deal on Timisoara Traian Vuia International Airport to Bucharest tickets. If you need to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.
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Airports in Bucharest
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) is around 21 kilometres from the centre of Bucharest. If you're getting a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes about 35 minutes.
It takes around 1 hour 35 minutes to get there using public transport.
Consider booking a hotel close to OTP if you're coming in on a late flight from Timisoara Traian Vuia International Airport to Bucharest. Pick one of these accommodation options and make your first night all about rest:
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 experience more of Bucharest and beyond.
For the best deal, book your ride from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport around one week ahead of your flight from TSR to Bucharest.
Best time to go to Bucharest
Plan your trip to Bucharest during high season if you want a lively atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices may be higher. Alternatively, book flights from Timisoara Traian Vuia International Airport to Bucharest in the low season when prices are cheaper and it's quieter.
When booking your Timisoara Traian Vuia International Airport to Bucharest flight ticket, think about the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. August is the warmest month in Bucharest, with temperatures ranging from 17ºC (63ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -9ºC (16ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from TSR to Bucharest around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Bucharest
Once you've booked your flight from Timisoara Traian Vuia International Airport to Bucharest, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Bucharest:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. Old Town, Museum of the Palace of the Parliament and The Revolution Square Fountain are top attractions which should feature on any well-planned Bucharest itinerary.
Explore more of Romania
Bucharest has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Romania just waiting to be discovered. Around 322 kilometres north of Bucharest, a visit to Iasi will keep you on the go. Start with leading attractions like Palace of Culture, Saint Nicholas Church and Golia Monastery.
Cluj-Napoca is another must-experience destination in Romania and is around 322 kilometres north-west of Bucharest. No journey is complete without seeing St. Michael's Church, Hoia Baciu Forest and Banffy Palace.
