Travelling from Warsaw to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP): What you need to know
Start your travel planning by working out where you'll take off for your flight from Warsaw to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP). Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW) and Warsaw-Modlin Airport (WMI) are Warsaw's main airports.
Expect to be in the air for 1 hour 50 minutes. On average, that's the time it takes for a direct Warsaw to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport flight.
The timezone in Bucharest is UTC+2, which is one hour ahead of Warsaw. Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport is located in Bucharest.
Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW) to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) is the most popular route. There are 27 direct weekly flights to choose from. If you prefer starting your day later, take the last flight with LOT - Polish Airlines at 11pm. Go for the first WAW to OTP departure operated by LOT - Polish Airlines at 11am if you'd rather get going earlier.
Your flight from Warsaw to OTP won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Peak season means busier airports, so aim to get there even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for an international journey to stay on schedule.
Airports in Warsaw
Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW)
You can find a direct flight from Warsaw to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) out of Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW).
When leaving from WAW, you can catch a direct flight from Warsaw to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport with LOT - Polish Airlines.
The most frequently booked airline between WAW and OTP is LOT - Polish Airlines.
With 76.47% of its services landing on schedule, LOT - Polish Airlines is the best performing carrier for punctuality on this route.
WAW is about 8 kilometres from central Warsaw. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour 10 minutes.
In search of a convenient hotel close to Frederic Chopin Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Warsaw to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
77.68% of flights taking off from Frederic Chopin Airport land at their destination on time.
Warsaw-Modlin Airport (WMI)
With public transport, you can travel from central Warsaw to WMI in around 1 hour. The airport is roughly 40 kilometres away, and getting there by car will take approximately 50 minutes.
Flying out early in the morning? You might like to check in to one of these accommodation options near Warsaw-Modlin Airport the day before your Warsaw to OTP flight:
About Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
Consider booking a hotel near OTP if you have a late flight from Warsaw to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport. Choose one of these accommodation options and say goodnight sooner:
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Booking your vehicle around one week in advance of your Warsaw to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport flight can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) to central Bucharest
Central Bucharest is around 21 kilometres from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport and takes about 35 minutes to reach by car. Explore your options for getting into the city, whether that's with a car hire, cab or ride-share.
Travelling by public transport takes about 1 hour 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Warsaw to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Warsaw to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport is R 765. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 1,492. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares may change.
Score cheap flights from Warsaw to OTP by booking one month ahead. Based on our research, that's the ideal time frame for finding the biggest deals.
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The best time to fly from Warsaw to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from Warsaw to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP). July is when most people travel to Bucharest. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in April.
Lock in a Warsaw to OTP plane ticket departing in August if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Bucharest to range from 17ºC (63ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Warsaw to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport in January when temperatures are between -9ºC (16ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF).
More about Bucharest
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Bucharest right here. Browse these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from Warsaw to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport:
There are so many things to see and do in this city, it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Caru' cu Bere, Old town Bucharest and Holocaust Memorial are popular attractions which should feature on any well-planned Bucharest itinerary.
Explore more of Romania
You've visited Bucharest, now it's time to explore other parts of Romania. Journey about 177 kilometres west to Craiova to tick off its popular sights. From Craiova Botanical Garden to Nicolae Romanescu Park and Craiova's Art Museum, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Galaţi is another must-experience destination in Romania and is around 177 kilometres north-east of Bucharest. No journey is complete without visiting Faleza Dunării, Locomotiva cu aburi and Mihai Eminescu Park.