Travelling from Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC) to Bucharest: what you need to know
Around 2 hours 7 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Bucharest.
Bucharest is 1 hour ahead of Munich, where Franz Josef Strauss Airport is located. Bucharest operates on the UTC+2 timezone.
The busiest route is from Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC) to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP). You can select from 28 services every week between these two airports. If you'd like to take off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from MUC to OTP is the 06:25 Lufthansa option. If you'd rather travel later, the final departure is at 22:15 with Lufthansa.
To ensure you get on your flight from MUC to Bucharest, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during peak periods in general.
Nonstop flights from Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC) to Bucharest are available for booking. Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) is where you'll be landing.
Lufthansa is a leading airline that operates direct flights from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Bucharest.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight from MUC to Bucharest. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for the departures. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular airports:
Timisoara Traian Vuia International Airport (TSR)
Cluj-Napoca International Airport (CLJ)
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
You can enter Romania for tourism purposes without a visa if you hold a passport from Germany. But before reserving your flight tickets from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Bucharest, make sure you're up to date with the latest guidelines. Visa rules are subject to change, and you may need some documentation if your trip is for work or other reasons.
Located around 40 kilometres from the centre of Munich, MUC can be reached in about 33 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The same journey by public transport is roughly 40 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel near MUC? If you've booked an early flight from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Bucharest, these accommodation options will put you moments from your check-in counter:
How to find the cheapest flights from Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC) to Bucharest
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Bucharest is C$103. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$166. Bear in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Get cheap tickets from MUC to Bucharest by booking at least 10 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
June is the cheapest month for tickets from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Bucharest. If you need to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.
Snapping up a cheap ticket from MUC to Bucharest is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when the price has fallen.
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Airports in Bucharest
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) is around 21 kilometres from the centre of Bucharest. With a cab or in your own car rental, the drive is about 34 minutes.
Travelling by public transport takes around 1 hour and 36 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Bucharest. Book one of these accommodation options near OTP instead:
Best time to go to Bucharest
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Bucharest. July is the busiest month to visit Bucharest. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Bucharest is August, with temperatures ranging between 17ºC and 33ºC. Book your flights from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Bucharest in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you like cooler conditions, lock in a cheap flight from MUC to Bucharest in January when temperatures average between -9ºC and 8ºC.
More about Bucharest
After booking your flight from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Bucharest, think about where you'll stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Bucharest:
Every great adventure has to include some sightseeing. Old Town, Herastrau Park and Romanian Athenaeum (Ateneul Roman) are must-do's during your Bucharest adventure.
Complete your Bucharest trip with a car rental
Select one of our car rentals in Bucharest and see the sights at your leisure. Easily compare options in one go to find your perfect ride once you've locked in your hotel and cheap flights from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Bucharest.