Flying from Bucharest to Washington DC: what you need to know
Bucharest's main base, Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP), is where many great vacations begin. Explore your departure choices from here for your flight from Bucharest to Washington DC.
Washington DC has a range of airports you can fly into. Disembark at Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA), Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) or Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI).
Leave plenty of time to make your flight from Bucharest to Washington DC. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're heading away during a major holiday or other peak period, allow extra time. A good rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at security and check-in will be longer.
You'll need an embassy visa for United States if you hold a passport from Romania and are travelling for tourism purposes. Travel documentation and visa requirements can change. So before you lock in those cheap flights from Bucharest to Washington DC, check with your airline and the destination country's local consulate or embassy for the latest updates.
Flying from Bucharest
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
Think about adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper flight from Bucharest to Washington DC. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular options:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Brussels Airport (BRU)
OTP is around 21 kilometres from central Bucharest. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 34 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour and 36 minutes.
Need a handy hotel close to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Bucharest to Washington DC, these stays will have you moments from check-in:
Arriving in Washington DC
Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)
Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) to the centre of Washington DC is around 16 minutes by car. It's approximately 8 kilometres away.
It'll take around 43 minutes to get there using public transport.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Bucharest to Washington DC. Reserve one of these accommodation options near DCA instead:
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
The centre of Washington DC is located around 56 kilometres from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD). Once your flight from Bucharest to Washington DC has landed and you've made your way out of the airport, the drive should be around 51 minutes.
The trip will take approximately 3 hours and 26 minutes on public transport.
There are some cozy hotels to drop your things at near IAD. Tuck yourself in after your flight from Bucharest to Washington DC at one of these perfectly located options:
How to find the cheapest flights from Bucharest to Washington DC
C$463 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Bucharest to Washington DC. Return flights start at C$804. These fares may change based on availability.
It's often best to book early if you want to find cheap flights from Bucharest to Washington DC. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
Finding cheap flights from Bucharest to Washington DC is more likely if you can be flexible with your dates. Try using the 'Whole month' function to see the best prices across the month and score a great deal.
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Best time to go to Washington DC
May is the quietest month for flights from Bucharest to Washington DC, while July is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to visit Washington DC based on whether you like a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Washington DC is July, with the temperature ranging between 19ºC and 33ºC. Book your flights from Bucharest to Washington DC in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January has average temperatures of between -6ºC and 10ºC. Look for cheap flights from Bucharest to Washington DC around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Washington DC
Start your Washington DC trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Bucharest to Washington DC, explore our range of accommodation options including:
White House Historical Association and The White House are just the start of the major attractions to put on your Washington DC itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at National Mall.
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