Flying from Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY) to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours 25 minutes.
Bucharest's timezone is UTC+2, which is the same as Beirut.
Choose from eight weekly Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport flights. The 04:05 departure with TAROM is the earliest available. TAROM operates the last service of the day at 04:05.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your BEY to OTP flight. 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 such as August? Major public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Travelling to Bucharest (and then exploring more of Romania!) is a snap with TAROM. This popular airline has direct flights from Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport.
Most travellers choose to fly with TAROM on this route.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Popular stopovers between BEY and OTP include:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
Antalya Airport
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY) to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
£97 is currently the best price for a one-way Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport flight. A return flight starts at £174. These fares can change based on availability and demand.
To score cheap tickets from BEY to OTP, book your journey seven months before your departure date.
Organise your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for flights from Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest airfare across each month.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from BEY to OTP by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport.
Handy information about Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY)
When it comes to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport's on-time performance, 76.7% of flights complete their journey on time.
To reach Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport from central Beirut, it'll take about 10 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 5 miles from the airport to the city centre.
Need a convenient hotel close to BEY? If you're catching an early flight from Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near OTP instead:
Grab a Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport rental car and discover Bucharest and beyond with your own set of wheels. Klass Wagen, Pricecarz and Surprice are popular outlets to choose from here.
Reserving your vehicle from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport about one week ahead gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) to central Bucharest
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport is approximately 13 miles from the centre of Bucharest. Driving there takes about 35 minutes.
It takes roughly 1 hour 35 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Bucharest. If you prefer a more laid-back vibe, go in April.
Before locking in your flight from Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport, consider the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Bucharest, with the temperature ranging from 17ºC (63ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -9ºC (16ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF). Look for cheap tickets from BEY to OTP sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Romania
Bucharest is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Romania waiting to be explored. Around 200 miles north of Bucharest, a trip to Iasi will keep you on the go. Don't miss top attractions like Palace of Culture, Saint Nicholas Church and Golia Monastery.
If you're eager to discover another major stop in Romania, consider Cluj-Napoca, roughly 200 miles north-west of Bucharest. St. Michael's Church, Hoia Baciu Forest and Banffy Palace are key reasons to visit.