Travelling from Katowice International Airport (KTW) to Bucharest: what you need to know
Katowice International Airport is located in Katowice. Operating on the UTC+2 timezone, Bucharest is 1 hour ahead of Katowice.
Leave plenty of time to get on your flight from KTW to Bucharest. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak month like August? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
We make it a cinch to plan a flight from KTW to Bucharest with a stopover. To see your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply choose a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Popular stopovers include:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW)
You don't need a visa for Romania if you have a passport from Poland and are travelling for tourism purposes. Visa and travel documentation requirements are subject to changes. So before locking in your flight tickets from Katowice International Airport to Bucharest, check with your airline and your destination country's local consulate or embassy for the latest rules.
KTW is around 32 kilometres from central Katowice. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be approximately 1 hour and 56 minutes.
After a stress-free start to your vacation? Stay near KTW. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Katowice International Airport to Bucharest or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
How to find the cheapest flights from Katowice International Airport (KTW) to Bucharest
C$50 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Katowice International Airport to Bucharest. Return flights start at C$116. These fares can change based on availability.
To pick up cheap tickets from KTW to Bucharest, book early. Airlines generally offer lower prices when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest tickets from Katowice International Airport to Bucharest across the month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your plans are flexible.
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Airports in Bucharest
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) to central Bucharest is roughly 21 kilometres. It takes around 34 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It takes around 1 hour and 36 minutes to get there using public transport.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Katowice International Airport to Bucharest, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these accommodation options near OTP:
Best time to go to Bucharest
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Katowice International Airport to Bucharest. July is the busiest month to visit Bucharest. If you like a quieter atmosphere, go in April.
The warmest month in Bucharest is August, with the temperature ranging between 17ºC and 33ºC. Lock in your flights from Katowice International Airport to Bucharest in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
For cooler conditions, lock in a cheap flight from KTW to Bucharest in January when temperatures average between -9ºC and 8ºC.
More about Bucharest
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Bucharest right here. Browse these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from Katowice International Airport to Bucharest:
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Old Town, Herastrau Park and Romanian Athenaeum (Ateneul Roman) are attractions you won't want to skip in Bucharest.
Complete your Bucharest trip with a car rental
Choose one of our car rentals in Bucharest and see the sights on your own schedule. Easily compare companies in one place to find your perfect ride once you've locked in your hotel and cheap flights from Katowice International Airport to Bucharest.