Flying from Paris Orly Airport (ORY) to Bucharest: what you need to know
The timezone in Bucharest is UTC+2. The city is 1 hour ahead of Paris, where Paris Orly Airport is located.
To ensure you catch your flight from ORY to Bucharest, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months like July and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling — and possibly even explore a different city. When searching for flights from ORY to Bucharest, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Some popular options include:
Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE)
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Marseille Provence Airport (MRS)
If you have a passport from France and are travelling to Romania for tourism purposes, you won't need a visa. However, entry and visa requirements may vary based on your reason for visiting and can be subject to change. For the most up-to-date information, check with your destination's nearest consulate or embassy before reserving a cheap ticket from Paris Orly Airport to Bucharest.
ORY is around 19 kilometres from central Paris. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 34 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 57 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Paris Orly Airport to Bucharest? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to ORY:
How to find the cheapest flights from Paris Orly Airport (ORY) to Bucharest
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Paris Orly Airport to Bucharest is C$80. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$143. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from ORY to Bucharest if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird deals.
Getting cheap tickets from Paris Orly Airport to Bucharest is more likely if you can be flexible with your dates. Check out the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest fares throughout the month and score a great deal.
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Airports in Bucharest
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) to the centre of Bucharest is around 34 minutes by car. It's approximately 21 kilometres away.
It typically takes 1 hour and 36 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Paris Orly Airport to Bucharest. Reserve one of these accommodation options near OTP instead:
Best time to go to Bucharest
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Paris Orly Airport to Bucharest. July is the most popular month for a trip to Bucharest. If you prefer a more peaceful vibe, go in April.
Book your flight from Paris Orly Airport to Bucharest for August to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 17ºC to 33ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between -9ºC and 8ºC. Search for cheap flights from ORY to Bucharest sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Bucharest
Start your Bucharest trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Paris Orly Airport to Bucharest, check out our selection of hotels including:
Old Town and Herastrau Park are just the start of the top-rated attractions to put on your Bucharest must-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Romanian Athenaeum (Ateneul Roman).
Complete your Bucharest trip with a car rental
Choose one of our car rentals in Bucharest and explore the city on your own terms. Easily compare rates in one place to find the perfect ride once you've locked in your hotel and cheap flights from Paris Orly Airport to Bucharest.