Flying from Birmingham International Airport (BHX) to Baneasa Airport (BBU): what you need to know
The timezone in Bucharest is UTC+2, which is three hours ahead of Birmingham.
For a smooth journey, turn up 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 BHX to BBU flight.
During popular months like June, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during a peak period in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Birmingham International Airport (BHX) to Baneasa Airport (BBU)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Birmingham International Airport to Baneasa Airport flight is £32. A return fare is currently £67. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from BHX to BBU, book early. Airlines typically offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll find the lowest price in every month when looking for your flight from Birmingham International Airport to Baneasa Airport.
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Handy information about Birmingham International Airport (BHX)
When it comes to Birmingham International Airport's on-time performance, 65.48% of flights complete their journey on time.
Central Birmingham to Birmingham International Airport is approximately 15 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Planning to take public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel near BHX? If you've booked an early flight from Birmingham International Airport to Baneasa Airport, these stays will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Baneasa Airport (BBU)
Book a hotel near BBU if you're taking a late Birmingham International Airport to Baneasa Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Travel at your own pace with a Baneasa Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Wheego, Abbycar or ecovia and venture far and wide through Bucharest and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by booking your ride from Baneasa Airport around two weeks ahead of your trip.
Getting from Baneasa Airport (BBU) to central Bucharest
Baneasa Airport is around 5 miles from central Bucharest. How long it'll take to get to the centre by cab or ride-share depends on the time of day, so do a little research beforehand.
When to fly to Baneasa Airport (BBU)
The quietest month for a flight from Birmingham International Airport to Baneasa Airport is April, while October is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Bucharest based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
When booking your flight from Birmingham International Airport to Baneasa Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Bucharest, with the temperature ranging from 17ºC (63ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -9ºC (16ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF). Search for cheap tickets from BHX to BBU around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Romania
Bucharest has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Romania just waiting to be explored. Around 200 miles north of Bucharest, a trip to Iasi will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading attractions like Palace of Culture, Saint Nicholas Church and Golia Monastery.
If you're ready to explore another great destination in Romania, head for Cluj-Napoca, roughly 200 miles north-west of Bucharest. St. Michael's Church, Hoia Baciu Forest and Banffy Palace are key highlights.