Flying from Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE) to Bucharest: what you need to know
Bucharest is one hour ahead of Venice, where Venice Marco Polo Airport is located. Bucharest observes the UTC+2 timezone.
To avoid rushing for your VCE to Bucharest flight, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Heading away during a peak time like school or public holidays? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. Give yourself extra leeway and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Travelling from central Venice to VCE takes about 45 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 8 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Searching for a hotel close to VCE? If you've booked an early flight from Venice Marco Polo Airport to Bucharest, these stays will get you from your pillow to the plane in no time:
Of all flights leaving Venice Marco Polo Airport, 75.29% arrive on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE) to Bucharest
The best price we've seen for a one-way Venice Marco Polo Airport to Bucharest flight is R 650. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 1,596. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking early is often the key to locking in a cheap flight from VCE to Bucharest. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the nearer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, take advantage of the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price across every month when looking for a Venice Marco Polo Airport to Bucharest ticket.
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Airports in Bucharest
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) to central Bucharest takes around 35 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 21 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre on public transport will take you around 1 hour 35 minutes.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Venice Marco Polo Airport to Bucharest. Check in to one of these accommodation options near OTP instead:
Travel at your own speed with a Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Klass Wagen, Pricecarz or Surprice and venture far and wide through Bucharest and beyond.
Booking your ride from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport about one week ahead of your flight from VCE to Bucharest can help you get the lowest rate.
Best time to go to Bucharest
Before locking in your flights from Venice Marco Polo Airport to Bucharest, consider which time of year works best for you. High season in Bucharest offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while the low season brings cheaper hotel deals and smaller crowds.
When booking your Venice Marco Polo 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 has average temperatures of between -9ºC (16ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from VCE to Bucharest around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Bucharest
After booking your flight from Venice Marco Polo Airport to Bucharest, choose a hotel that puts you right where the action is. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Bucharest:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be difficult to know where to start. Old Town, Museum of the Palace of the Parliament and The Revolution Square Fountain are highlights which should feature on every Bucharest itinerary.
Explore more of Romania
Iasi is just one of the many cities in Romania waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Bucharest. Around 322 kilometres away to the north, well-known attractions include Palace of Culture, Saint Nicholas Church and Golia Monastery.
If you want to check out another major destination in Romania, consider Cluj-Napoca, about 322 kilometres north-west of Bucharest. St. Michael's Church, Hoia Baciu Forest and Banffy Palace are the start of reasons to visit.
