Flying from Bucharest Otopeni Airport (OTP) to Marseille Airport (MRS): what you need to know
Around 2 hours 55 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Bucharest Otopeni Airport to Marseille Airport.
Marseille is one hour behind Bucharest and follows the UTC+1 timezone.
To ensure you get on your OTP to MRS flight, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during peak periods in general.
Jetting into Marseille (and then discovering more of France!) is a breeze with Ryanair. This popular airline has direct flights from Bucharest Otopeni Airport to Marseille Airport.
Ryanair is the airline most travellers choose to fly with on this route.
Ryanair is the most punctual carrier offering OTP to MRS flights, with 66.67% of its services reaching their destination on time.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Bucharest Otopeni Airport to Marseille Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Some great stopovers between OTP and MRS include:
Frankfurt am Main Airport
Rome Fiumicino Airport
Munich Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Bucharest Otopeni Airport (OTP) to Marseille Airport (MRS)
At the moment, C$50 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Bucharest Otopeni Airport to Marseille Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is C$107. Bear in mind that fares can change due to availability when booking.
Get cheap tickets from OTP to MRS by booking four months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
Schedule your trip for September. That's the cheapest month for flights from Bucharest Otopeni Airport to Marseille Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across every month.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from OTP to MRS by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Bucharest Otopeni Airport to Marseille Airport.
Handy information about Bucharest Otopeni Airport (OTP)
When it comes to Bucharest Otopeni Airport's on-time performance, data shows 78% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
To get to Bucharest Otopeni Airport from central Bucharest, it takes about 30 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 16 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 35 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel near OTP? If you're boarding an early flight from Bucharest Otopeni Airport to Marseille Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Marseille Airport (MRS)
Consider booking a hotel near MRS if you're on a late Bucharest Otopeni Airport to Marseille Airport flight. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Hit the road running by picking up a Marseille Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Rentscape, Goldcar or Free2move to explore Marseille and beyond.
For the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Marseille Airport around one week ahead.
When to fly to Marseille Airport (MRS)
The quietest month for a flight from Bucharest Otopeni Airport to Marseille Airport is March, while June is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to Marseille based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Marseille is August, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC (64ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Lock in your flights from Bucharest Otopeni Airport to Marseille Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Look for cheap tickets from OTP to MRS in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 3ºC (37ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF) on average.
Explore more of France
You've seen Marseille, now it's time to discover other corners of France. Journey about 274 kilometres north to Lyon to check off its top sights. From Fête Des Lumières to Lyon Old Town and Cite Internationale de la Gastronomie de Lyon, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Toulouse is another well-known destination in France and is around 322 kilometres west of Marseille. No trip is complete without seeing Canal du Midi, Place du Capitole and Museum of natural History.