Flying from Palermo Falcone Borsellino Airport (PMO) to Bucharest: what you need to know
Approximately 2 hours 15 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Palermo Falcone Borsellino Airport to Bucharest.
Palermo Falcone Borsellino Airport is located in Palermo. Following the UTC+2 timezone, Bucharest is one hour ahead of Palermo.
The most popular route is from Palermo Falcone Borsellino Airport (PMO) to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP). There are two services every week between these two airports. If you'd like to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from PMO to OTP is the 09:40 Ryanair service. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the last departure is at 20:05 with Ryanair.
To avoid missing your PMO to Bucharest flight, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
Direct Palermo Falcone Borsellino Airport to Bucharest tickets are available for booking. Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) is where you'll complete your journey.
Ryanair is a well-known carrier that offers direct flights from Palermo Falcone Borsellino Airport to Bucharest.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper plane ticket from PMO to Bucharest. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular options:
Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ)
PMO is around 24 kilometres from central Palermo. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 40 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 50 minutes.
Have an early flight from Palermo Falcone Borsellino Airport to Bucharest? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays near PMO:
78% of flights that depart Palermo Falcone Borsellino Airport arrive at their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Palermo Falcone Borsellino Airport (PMO) to Bucharest
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Palermo Falcone Borsellino Airport to Bucharest flight is C$42. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$101. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to pick up cheap flights from PMO to Bucharest if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird discounts.
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Airports in Bucharest
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) is around 16 kilometres from central Bucharest. If you're getting a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take roughly 30 minutes.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Palermo Falcone Borsellino Airport to Bucharest. Book one of these accommodation options near OTP instead:
Booking your ride from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport around one week in advance of your flight from PMO to Bucharest can help you secure the lowest rate.
Baneasa Airport (BBU)
If you're staying in central Bucharest (or just want to explore straight away), the city is around 8 kilometres from Baneasa Airport (BBU). Keep an eye out for any visitor information desks to point you in the right direction after disembarking your flight from Palermo Falcone Borsellino Airport to Bucharest.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel near BBU. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your PMO to Bucharest flight:
Lock in the best price by securing your ride from BBU two weeks ahead of time. You'll also have access to a greater selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Bucharest
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Palermo Falcone Borsellino Airport to Bucharest. July is the most popular month to travel to Bucharest. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in January.
Before booking a Palermo Falcone Borsellino Airport to Bucharest plane ticket, think about the kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Bucharest, with temperatures ranging from 17ºC (63ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -9ºC (16ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from PMO to Bucharest around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Bucharest
Start your Bucharest trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Palermo Falcone Borsellino Airport to Bucharest, check out our range of accommodation options including:
All great vacations should include a little sightseeing. Museum of the Palace of the Parliament, Caru' cu Bere and National Bank of Romania Museum are must-do's during your Bucharest adventure.
Explore more of Romania
You've seen Bucharest, now it's time to explore more of Romania. Travel around 322 kilometres north to Iasi to tick off its leading sights. From Galata Monastery to The Catholic Cathedral Saint Mary and Monastery of the Three Holy Hierarchs, your itinerary will be busy.
If you want to check out another major destination in Romania, head for Cluj-Napoca, roughly 322 kilometres northwest of Bucharest. St. Michael's Church, Museum Square and Romanian Orthodox Church of Transfiguration are among the biggest draws.
