Travelling from London Southend Airport (SEN) to Bucharest: what you need to know
The timezone in Bucharest is UTC+2. The city is 2 hours ahead of London, where London Southend Airport is located.
For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your flight from SEN to Bucharest.
During popular months such as September, it's wise to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight from SEN to Bucharest. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for the departures. Take a break from travelling at one of these popular airports:
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Malaga Airport (AGP)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
You won't need a visa for Romania if you hold a passport from United Kingdom and are travelling for tourism purposes. Visa and travel documentation requirements are subject to change. So before organizing your flight tickets from London Southend Airport to Bucharest, be sure to check with your airline and your destination country's local consulate or embassy for up-to-date information.
SEN is about 64 kilometres from central London. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 1 hour and 8 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour and 47 minutes.
In search of a handy hotel close to SEN? If you're boarding an early flight from London Southend Airport to Bucharest, these stays will put you moments from your check-in counter:
How to find the cheapest flights from London Southend Airport (SEN) to Bucharest
C$78 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from London Southend Airport to Bucharest. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$212. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares may change.
To find cheap tickets from SEN to Bucharest, book early. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest tickets from London Southend Airport to Bucharest throughout the entire month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
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Airports in Bucharest
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) is around 21 kilometres from central Bucharest. With a cab or in your own car rental, the drive is about 34 minutes.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour and 36 minutes.
Consider staying in a hotel near OTP if you have a late flight from London Southend Airport to Bucharest. Settle into one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Best time to go to Bucharest
July is the busiest month for flights from London Southend Airport to Bucharest. To skip the crowds, travel to Bucharest in April when things are quieter.
The warmest month in Bucharest is August, with the temperature ranging between 17ºC and 33ºC. Lock in your flights from London Southend Airport to Bucharest in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Look for cheap flights from SEN to Bucharest in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -9ºC and 8ºC on average.
More about Bucharest
After booking your flight from London Southend Airport to Bucharest, think about where you'll stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Bucharest:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be difficult to know where to begin. Old Town, Herastrau Park and Romanian Athenaeum (Ateneul Roman) are major attractions which should feature on every Bucharest itinerary.
Complete your Bucharest trip with a car rental
Choose one of our car rentals in Bucharest and see the sights in your own time. Easily compare companies in one go to find the ideal ride once you've booked your hotel and cheap flights from London Southend Airport to Bucharest.