Flying from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Bucharest: what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Vienna International Airport to Bucharest is 1 hour 40 minutes.
Vienna International Airport is located in Vienna. Operating on the UTC+2 timezone, Bucharest is 1 hour ahead of Vienna.
Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) is the most popular route, with 43 weekly flights to pick from. If you prefer a later start to the day, the last flight from VIE to OTP is with Austrian Airlines at 21:35. Choose the first departure operated by Ryanair at 05:45 if you want to get on your way earlier.
Give yourself enough time to catch your flight from VIE to Bucharest. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak month like June? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
You can book a nonstop flight from Vienna International Airport to Bucharest that touches down at Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP).
Be on the lookout for promotions from Austrian Airlines. This carrier has direct flights from Vienna International Airport to Bucharest.
You can travel to Romania for tourism purposes without a visa if you have a passport from Austria. But before reserving your flight tickets from Vienna International Airport to Bucharest, make sure you have the latest information. Visa rules can change, and you may need some travel documents if your trip is for work or another reason.
VIE is about 23 kilometres from central Vienna. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 31 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 58 minutes.
Have an early flight from Vienna International Airport to Bucharest? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these hotels close to VIE:
How to find the cheapest flights from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Bucharest
C$24 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Vienna International Airport to Bucharest. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$50. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares may change.
Book 10 months before your departure date. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from VIE to Bucharest.
June is the cheapest month for tickets from Vienna International Airport to Bucharest. If you're looking to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.
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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.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour and 36 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Vienna International Airport to Bucharest, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near OTP:
Best time to go to Bucharest
July is the busiest month to catch a flight from Vienna International Airport to Bucharest while April is the quietest. To work out the best time to go to Bucharest, consider the pace you prefer to travel at.
Before you book a flight from Vienna International Airport to Bucharest, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Bucharest, with temperatures ranging from 17ºC to 33ºC.
Look for cheap flights from VIE to Bucharest in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -9ºC and 8ºC on average.
More about Bucharest
Start your Bucharest trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Vienna International Airport to Bucharest, check out our selection of hotels including:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. Old Town, Herastrau Park and Romanian Athenaeum (Ateneul Roman) are highlights which should be on any well-planned Bucharest itinerary.
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