Flying from Birmingham International Airport (BHX) to Bucharest: what you need to know
Expect to be in the air for 3 hours 37 minutes. That's the average journey time for a direct flight from Birmingham International Airport to Bucharest.
The timezone in Bucharest is UTC+2. The city is 2 hours ahead of Birmingham, where Birmingham International Airport is located.
The most popular route is from Birmingham International Airport (BHX) to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP). You can choose from 10 weekly services between these two airports. If you'd like to get on your way as soon as possible, the earliest flight from BHX to OTP is the 06:05 Ryanair option. If you prefer travelling later, the final departure is at 18:50 with Wizz Air Malta.
Give yourself enough time to get on your flight from BHX to Bucharest. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as June, it's wise to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during a peak period in general.
You can book a nonstop flight from Birmingham International Airport to Bucharest that touches down at Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP).
Wizz Air Malta is a well-known carrier that operates direct flights from Birmingham International Airport to Bucharest.
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling — and perhaps even visit a new city. When browsing flights from BHX to Bucharest, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Top options include:
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA)
You don't need a visa for Romania if you have a passport from United Kingdom and are visiting for tourism purposes. Visa and travel documentation requirements are subject to change. So before organizing your flight tickets from Birmingham International Airport to Bucharest, be sure to check with your airline and your destination country's local consulate or embassy for the most up-to-date information.
BHX is around 24 kilometres from central Birmingham. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 23 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be approximately 48 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Birmingham International Airport to Bucharest? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to BHX:
How to find the cheapest flights from Birmingham International Airport (BHX) to Bucharest
C$47 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Birmingham International Airport to Bucharest. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$87. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Book 10 months before you travel. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from BHX to Bucharest.
Schedule your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Birmingham International Airport to Bucharest. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.
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Use the filters to tailor your flights from Birmingham International Airport to Bucharest. Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals.
Airports in Bucharest
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) to central Bucharest takes about 34 minutes by car. It's approximately 21 kilometres away.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour and 36 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Birmingham International Airport to Bucharest. Book one of these accommodation options near OTP instead:
Best time to go to Bucharest
July is the most popular month to catch a flight from Birmingham International Airport to Bucharest while April is the quietest. To work out the best time to go to Bucharest, consider your preferred travel pace and style.
The warmest month in Bucharest is August, with temperatures ranging between 17ºC and 33ºC. Lock in your flights from Birmingham International Airport to Bucharest in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Look for cheap flights from BHX to Bucharest in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -9ºC and 8ºC on average.
More about Bucharest
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Bucharest right here. Explore these options as soon as you've booked your flight from Birmingham International Airport to Bucharest:
Old Town and Herastrau Park are a couple of leading attractions to put on your Bucharest travel itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Romanian Athenaeum (Ateneul Roman).
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