Flying from Stansted Airport (STN) to Bucharest: what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Stansted Airport to Bucharest is 3 hours 21 minutes.
Stansted Airport is located in London. Based in the UTC+2 timezone, Bucharest is 2 hours ahead of London.
With 34 weekly flights between the two airports, Stansted Airport (STN) to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) is the most popular route. Ryanair operates the earliest flight at 05:55. If you'd like to make the most of your day before leaving, the last departure from STN to OTP is with Ryanair at 20:10.
Leave plenty of time to get on your flight from STN to Bucharest. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for longer lines in popular months such as August and other peak periods. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
Nonstop flights from Stansted Airport (STN) to Bucharest are available for booking. Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) is where you'll complete your journey.
Ryanair is a popular carrier that operates direct flights from Stansted Airport to Bucharest.
We make it a cinch to book a flight from STN to Bucharest with a stopover. To see all your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to see the sights of the city of your choice. Top stopovers include:
Pisa International Airport (PSA)
Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
You can enter Romania for tourism purposes without a visa if you have a passport from United Kingdom. But before reserving your flight tickets from Stansted Airport to Bucharest, make sure you have the latest information. Visa rules are subject to change, and you may require some travel documents if your trip is for business or another reason.
STN is about 64 kilometres from central London. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 1 hour or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be approximately 1 hour and 27 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel close to STN? If you've booked an early flight from Stansted Airport to Bucharest, these accommodation options will have you moments from check-in:
How to find the cheapest flights from Stansted Airport (STN) to Bucharest
C$24 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Stansted Airport to Bucharest. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$48. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares may change.
Score cheap tickets from STN to Bucharest by booking at least 10 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
The cheapest month for tickets from Stansted Airport to Bucharest is June. You can easily compare prices using the 'Whole month' tool to find the dates with the lowest fares.
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Airports in Bucharest
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) to central Bucharest is about 34 minutes by car. It's approximately 21 kilometres away.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour and 36 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Stansted Airport to Bucharest, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these accommodation options near OTP:
Best time to go to Bucharest
July is the busiest month to catch a flight from Stansted Airport to Bucharest while April is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to visit Bucharest, consider your preferred travel pace and style.
Book your flight from Stansted Airport to Bucharest for August to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 17ºC to 33ºC.
Look for cheap flights from STN to Bucharest in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -9ºC and 8ºC on average.
More about Bucharest
Start your Bucharest trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Stansted Airport to Bucharest, explore our selection of accommodation options including:
Old Town and Herastrau Park are just a couple of the big attractions to put on your Bucharest itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Romanian Athenaeum (Ateneul Roman).
Complete your Bucharest trip with a car rental
We use the same magic that helped you find your cheap flight from Stansted Airport to Bucharest to track down amazing deals on car rentals. Search for your ride in seconds and compare your options in one place. Plus you'll find all the info you need to know about car rentals in Bucharest, from the most popular rental company to the best time to book.