Travelling from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) to London: what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to London and you'll be travelling for around 3 hours 17 minutes.
London is 2 hours behind Bucharest, where Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport is located. London operates on the UTC+0 timezone.
With 58 weekly flights between the two airports, Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is the most popular route. Ryanair operates the earliest flight at 05:45. If you'd like to make the most of your day before taking off, the latest departure from OTP to LHR is with Ryanair at 23:35.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your flight from OTP to London.
Flying over a peak time such as July? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
You can fly directly to London departing from OTP. Arrive at one of these airports on your flight from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to London:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Stansted Airport (STN)
Direct flights from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to London are operated by a good number of airlines. Fly with any of these:
We make it a cinch to find a flight from OTP to London with a stopover. To see all the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply pick a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Popular stopovers include:
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Zurich Airport (ZRH)
Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS)
You can enter United Kingdom for tourism purposes without a visa if you have a passport from Romania. But before booking your cheap tickets from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to London, make sure you're up to date with the latest guidelines. Visa rules can change, and you may require some travel documents if your trip is for work or another reason.
Located around 21 kilometres from the centre of Bucharest, OTP can be reached in about 34 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The same journey by public transport is roughly 1 hour and 36 minutes.
In search of a convenient hotel near OTP? If you're boarding an early flight from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to London, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
How to find the cheapest flights from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) to London
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to London is Rs6,409. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs14,726. Bear in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Lock in cheap tickets from OTP to London by booking at least 3 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
November is the cheapest month for tickets from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to London. If you need to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
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Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to central London is roughly 31 kilometres. It'll take you about 57 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It typically takes 1 hour and 1 minute if you're using public transport.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to London. Book one of these accommodation options near LHR instead:
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
After your flight from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to London has hit the tarmac, you can reach the city centre in around 1 hour and 19 minutes by car. Central London is approximately 80 kilometres from London Gatwick Airport (LGW).
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take around 1 hour and 26 minutes.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel close to LGW. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your flight from OTP to London:
Best time to go to London
July is the busiest month to board a flight from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to London while February is the quietest. To work out the best time to visit London, consider the pace you like to travel at.
Before locking in your flight from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to London, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in London, with temperatures ranging from 11ºC to 26ºC.
Look for cheap flights from OTP to London in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 0ºC and 9ºC on average.
More about London
After locking in your flight from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to London, think about where you'd like to stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring London:
Big Ben and The British Museum are just the start of the top-rated attractions to add to your London itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Buckingham Palace.
Complete your London trip with a car rental
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