Travelling from Ottawa to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP): What you need to know
The timezone in Bucharest is UTC+2, which is seven hours ahead of Ottawa. Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport is located in Bucharest.
To ensure you catch your flight from Ottawa to OTP, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Flying during a popular month such as August? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Ottawa
Ottawa Gatineau Airport (YND)
Located around 24 kilometres from the centre of Ottawa, YND can be reached in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport is roughly 1 hour 40 minutes.
Need a convenient place to stay before your flight from Ottawa to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport? Meilleure Auberge and Lovely Room 4mins From Gatineau-Ottawa Airport are close to Ottawa Gatineau Airport. They're a particularly great choice if you're jetting out early.
About Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Ottawa to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these options near OTP:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Klass Wagen, Pricecarz or Surprice and experience more of Bucharest and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your vehicle around one week ahead of your Ottawa to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport flight.
Getting from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) to central Bucharest
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to central Bucharest is about 16 kilometres. If you're renting a car or taking a taxi, plan ahead to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times will vary depending on traffic conditions and the time of day.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ottawa to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Ottawa to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport is R 7,744. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 12,461. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares can change.
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Ottawa to OTP. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely pay.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price in every month when searching for your Ottawa to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from Ottawa to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
July is when most people book flights from Ottawa to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP). Visit Bucharest in January if you'd rather avoid peak season.
When booking your Ottawa to OTP plane ticket, consider the kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Bucharest, with temperatures ranging from 17ºC (63ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
January has temperatures of between -9ºC (16ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Ottawa to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Bucharest
After booking your flight from Ottawa to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Bucharest:
There are so many things to discover in this city, it can be hard to work out where to start. Caru' cu Bere, Old town Bucharest and National Bank of Romania Museum are major attractions which should be on any well-planned Bucharest itinerary.
Explore more of Romania
Craiova is just one of the many cities in Romania waiting to be explored after you've experienced Bucharest. Around 177 kilometres away to the west, well-known attractions include "Alexandru Buia" Botanical Garden, Nicolae Romanescu Park and Craiova's Art Museum.
