Flying from Edmonton International Airport (YEG) to Bucharest: what you need to know
The timezone in Bucharest is UTC+2. The city is 8 hours ahead of Edmonton, where Edmonton International Airport is located.
Leave enough time to catch your flight from YEG to Bucharest. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a popular month such as July? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
You won't need a visa for Romania if you have a passport from Canada and are visiting for tourism purposes. Visa and travel documentation requirements are subject to changes or updates. So before reserving your flight tickets from Edmonton International Airport to Bucharest, check with your airline and your destination country's local embassy or consulate for the latest rules.
Travelling from central Edmonton to YEG takes about 1 hour and 10 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 32 kilometres in 34 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Have an early flight from Edmonton International Airport to Bucharest? Avoid rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to YEG:
How to find the cheapest flights from Edmonton International Airport (YEG) to Bucharest
C$419 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Edmonton International Airport to Bucharest. A return flight starts from C$1,065. These fares can change depending on demand and availability.
It's a good idea to book ahead of time if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from YEG to Bucharest. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, check out the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price in every month when searching for your ticket from Edmonton International Airport to Bucharest.
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Airports in Bucharest
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) to central Bucharest is approximately 21 kilometres. It takes about 34 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Getting to the centre on public transport takes about 1 hour and 36 minutes.
Consider staying in a hotel close to OTP if you have a late flight from Edmonton International Airport to Bucharest. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Best time to go to Bucharest
July is the most popular month for flights from Edmonton International Airport to Bucharest. To escape the crowds, travel to Bucharest in April when things are quieter.
Lock in your flight from Edmonton International Airport to Bucharest for August to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 17ºC to 33ºC.
Search for cheap flights from YEG 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 perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Edmonton International Airport to Bucharest, explore our selection of hotels including:
Old Town and Herastrau Park are just two of the top-rated attractions to add to your Bucharest itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Romanian Athenaeum (Ateneul Roman).
Complete your Bucharest trip with a car rental
Pick one of our car rentals in Bucharest and see the sights at your own pace. Easily compare options in one go to find your ideal ride after booking your hotel and cheap flights from Edmonton International Airport to Bucharest.