Travelling from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) to Mexico City: what you need to know
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport is located in Bucharest. Based in the UTC-6 timezone, Mexico City is 8 hours behind Bucharest.
To ensure you get on your flight from OTP to Mexico City, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up 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 domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during peak periods in general.
Think about adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper flight from OTP to Mexico City. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing the departures. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular options:
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If you hold a passport from Romania and are travelling to Mexico for tourism purposes, you won't need a visa. However, entry and visa requirements may differ based on your length of stay and are subject to change. For the latest information, check with your destination's nearest consulate or embassy before reserving a cheap ticket from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Mexico City.
OTP is about 21 kilometres from central Bucharest. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 34 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be approximately 1 hour and 36 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Mexico City? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to OTP:
How to find the cheapest flights from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) to Mexico City
C$614 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Mexico City. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$1,225. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares could change.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from OTP to Mexico City, book early. Airlines typically offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
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Airports in Mexico City
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to central Mexico City takes about 24 minutes by car. It's approximately 8 kilometres away.
It takes around 57 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
If you have a late flight from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Mexico City, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near MEX:
Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU)
Central Mexico City is around 40 kilometres from Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU). Once your flight from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Mexico City has touched down and you've made your way out of the airport, the drive should take about 55 minutes.
The trip will take roughly 1 hour and 46 minutes on public transport.
There are some welcoming places to rest your head just a short drive from NLU. Shift into relaxation gear at Villa Granada after your flight from OTP to Mexico City.
Best time to go to Mexico City
July is the most popular month for flights from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Mexico City. To steer clear of the crowds, head for Mexico City in April when things are quieter.
The warmest month in Mexico City is April, with temperatures ranging between 10ºC and 28ºC. Lock in your flights from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Mexico City in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from OTP to Mexico City in January when temperatures average between 6ºC and 23ºC.
More about Mexico City
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Mexico City right here. Check out these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Mexico City:
Every great adventure has to include some sightseeing. Zocalo, Chapultepec Park and National Museum of Anthropology are attractions you won't want to skip in Mexico City.
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