Flying from Faro Airport (FAO) to Bucharest: what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Faro Airport to Bucharest and you'll be travelling for around 4 hours 30 minutes.
Bucharest is 2 hours ahead of Faro, where Faro Airport is located. Bucharest operates on the UTC+2 timezone.
Give yourself enough time to get on your flight from FAO to Bucharest. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months like August and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
Direct flights from Faro Airport (FAO) to Bucharest are available for booking. Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) will be where your journey ends.
Look out for promotions from Animawings. This carrier has direct flights from Faro Airport to Bucharest.
We make it a cinch to find a flight from FAO to Bucharest with a stopover. To see all the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Top stopovers include:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
If you have a passport from Portugal and are travelling to Romania for tourism purposes, you won't need a visa. However, entry and visa requirements may vary based on the duration of your stay and can be subject to change. For the latest information, contact your destination's nearest consulate or embassy before reserving a cheap ticket from Faro Airport to Bucharest.
Travelling from central Faro to FAO takes about 1 hour and 33 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 10 kilometres in 18 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Booked an early flight from Faro Airport to Bucharest? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near FAO:
How to find the cheapest flights from Faro Airport (FAO) to Bucharest
C$67 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Faro Airport to Bucharest. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$134. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Lock in cheap tickets from FAO to Bucharest by booking at least 10 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
June is the cheapest month for tickets from Faro Airport to Bucharest. If you're looking 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 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.
It takes around 1 hour and 36 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Faro Airport to Bucharest. Reserve one of these accommodation options near OTP instead:
Best time to go to Bucharest
July is the busiest month for flights from Faro Airport to Bucharest. To skip the crowds, travel to Bucharest in April when things are quieter.
The warmest month in Bucharest is August, with the temperature ranging between 17ºC and 33ºC. Lock in your flights from Faro Airport to Bucharest in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap flights from FAO to Bucharest in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -9ºC and 8ºC on average.
More about Bucharest
After locking in your flight from Faro Airport to Bucharest, think about where you'd like to stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Bucharest:
Old Town and Herastrau Park are a couple of top attractions to add to your Bucharest to-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Romanian Athenaeum (Ateneul Roman).
Complete your Bucharest trip with a car rental
We use the same magic that helped you find your cheap flight from Faro Airport to Bucharest to track down incredible deals on car rentals. Search for your ride in seconds and easily compare your options. Plus you'll find all the info you need on car rentals in Bucharest, from the most popular rental company to the best time to book.