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Flights to Bucharest

Bucharest offers an interesting culture and architectural setting to explore. To get to the city, taking a flight is the fastest and most convenient method. There are two major international airports in Bucharest. Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) and Bucharest Baneasa International Airport (BBU). Henri Coanda is the larger of the two airports and provides services for major flights to Bucharest, while the latter mainly serves charter and low cost airlines.

Which is the main airport in Bucharest?

The Henri Coanda International Airport, located in Otopeni, is Bucharest's main airport. It has modern facilities and caters to large airlines. However, it is relatively far from the city centre, around 10.5 miles (17km). Fortunately, there are reliable transport links from the airport that travel right into Bucharest. To get to the city centre, travellers can use taxis, buses or take the metro. There are kiosk machines near the Arrival's entrance where passengers can buy tickets and take the buses to the city. Line 783 goes into the city centre and provides 24-hour services every thirty minutes. To get to the Northern Railway Station (Gara de Nord), travellers can take Line 780. There are also synchronized shuttle and rail travels from the airport. The shuttle transports passengers to the airport station, who can then board an express train to Bucharest North Station. Lastly, travellers can use taxis outside the airport to reach the city centre. It is best to use the touchpoint machines in the airport to book a taxi and select a price per mile to avoid getting ripped off.

The airport has facilities suitable for people with reduced mobility, parking, car rentals, banking services, currency exchanges, restrooms, shops, bars, cafes, restaurants and lounges. There is also a dedicated smoking area and a chapel to pray in. travellers can also take advantage of free Wi-Fi, charging outlets, and airport tours for sightseeing.

Which airlines offer flights to Bucharest?

Several airlines provide flights to Bucharest. The airlines include Aeroflot, Air Canada, Air France, Delta Airlines, Emirates, KLM, Swiss, Turkish Airlines, and United Airlines. Most airlines fly throughout the year and offer both direct and indirect flights to Bucharest. The trips include layovers in different cities including, Moscow, Istanbul, Montreal, and Paris.

Why travel by plane to Bucharest?

Taking a flight to Bucharest is usually the fastest way to travel. With several major airlines operating on the route, travellers can find comfortable and affordable flights to suit their budget. It is also easy to find reliable private and public means of transport from the airports.

travellers from the United States can catch indirect flights from several cities. In New York, there are flights from La Guardia, Newark Liberty and JFK airports. From Chicago, there are flights at Midway and O'Hare airports. Other cities that provide flights to Bucharest are Miami, Washington DC, Los Angeles, and San Francisco.

Before you travel to Bucharest by plane- good to know!

Bucharest is an architecturally fascinating city, with a mix of historical Italian and French influences, contrasting with modern buildings. There are also plenty of public squares, parks and restaurants for travellers to explore. It is also wise to remember that though Romania joined the EU, it is not part of the Eurozone. travellers should, therefore, change their currency to the Romanian Lei. The exchange rates are decent, and the city is relatively affordable compared to other famous European cities. The city has a well-connected transport system that includes buses, taxis, trolleybuses, metros and trams. It is always wise to find out which are the most affordable. For taxis, travellers can use Uber since most taxi drivers may increase their charges.