Travelling from Tampa to Bucharest: what you need to know
Planning your holiday begins with working out where you'll fly out of in Tampa. Tampa International Airport (TPA) is the city's main base, so explore your options for booking a flight from Tampa to Bucharest jetting off from here.
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) is the primary hub where you can touch down in Bucharest.
To ensure you catch your flight from Tampa to Bucharest, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months like July and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
You can visit Romania for tourism purposes without a visa if you hold a passport from United States. But before reserving your cheap flight from Tampa to Bucharest, make sure you have the most up-to-date information. Visa rules can change, and you may need some travel documentation if your trip is for business or other reasons.
Flying from Tampa
Tampa International Airport (TPA)
Travelling from central Tampa to TPA takes approximately 57 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 13 kilometres in 13 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Have an early flight from Tampa to Bucharest? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near Tampa International Airport:
Arriving in Bucharest
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) is around 21 kilometres from central Bucharest. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is around 34 minutes.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour and 36 minutes.
Consider staying in a hotel near OTP if you're catching a late flight from Tampa to Bucharest. Settle into one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
How to find the cheapest flights from Tampa to Bucharest
Rs84,281 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Tampa to Bucharest. Return flights start from Rs176,977. These prices may change depending on demand.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from Tampa to Bucharest if you book early. Airlines often have some amazing early bird deals.
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Best time to go to Bucharest
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Tampa to Bucharest. July is the busiest month for a trip to Bucharest. If you want a more peaceful vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Bucharest is August, with the temperature ranging between 17ºC and 33ºC. Lock in your flights from Tampa to Bucharest in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap tickets from Tampa to Bucharest in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -9ºC and 8ºC on average.
More about Bucharest
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Bucharest right here. Check out these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Tampa to Bucharest:
Old Town and Herastrau Park are just two of the popular attractions to put on your Bucharest travel itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Romanian Athenaeum (Ateneul Roman).
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