Flying from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP): what you need to know
Bucharest is one hour ahead of Bilbao and follows the UTC+2 timezone.
Your BIO to OTP flight won't wait if you're running late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Travelling during a peak time such as July? School holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you want to split up your journey, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Bilbao Airport to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport. These are the top stopovers between BIO and OTP:
Palma de Mallorca Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Bilbao Airport to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport flight is £34. A return ticket right now is £76. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To score cheap tickets from BIO to OTP, book early. Airlines generally offer lower fares when flights are first made available.
Finding cheap flights from Bilbao Airport to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest fares across every month and land a great deal.
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Handy information about Bilbao Airport (BIO)
Bilbao Airport has an excellent on-time performance, reducing the likelihood of delays. Departures from BIO touch down on schedule 82.76% of the time.
Bilbao Airport is around 4 miles from central Bilbao. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a trip time of around 30 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Bilbao Airport to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays near BIO:
Arriving at Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Bilbao Airport to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport flight. Book 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 wheels. Klass Wagen, Pricecarz and Surprice are popular outlets to choose from here.
Booking your vehicle from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport about one week ahead can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) to central Bucharest
From Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport, Bucharest is approximately 13 miles away. It takes around 35 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It takes around 1 hour 35 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Bilbao Airport to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Bucharest. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in April.
Book your flight from Bilbao Airport to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport for August if you want to go to Bucharest during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 17ºC (63ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from BIO to OTP in January. Average temperatures are between -9ºC (16ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) then.
Explore more of Romania
Iasi is just one of the many cities in Romania waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Bucharest. Around 200 miles away to the north, its top attractions include Palace of Culture, Saint Nicholas Church and Golia Monastery.
If you're looking to explore 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 highlights.