Travelling from Bucharest to M.R. Stefanik Airport (BTS): what you need to know
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) is Bucharest's main airport. Check out your options for booking a flight from Bucharest to M.R. Stefanik Airport (BTS) jetting off from here.
M.R. Stefanik Airport is located in Bratislava. The city operates in the UTC+1 timezone and is 1 hour behind Bucharest.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your flight from Bucharest to BTS. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months such as July and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
Airports in Bucharest
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
Think about adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper flight from Bucharest to BTS. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP). Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular airports:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA)
Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY)
Located around 13 miles from the centre of Bucharest, OTP can be reached in approximately 34 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The same journey by public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 36 minutes.
After a relaxed start to your journey? Stay near Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Bucharest to M.R. Stefanik Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
About M.R. Stefanik Airport (BTS)
If you have a late flight from Bucharest to M.R. Stefanik Airport, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near BTS:
Getting from M.R. Stefanik Airport (BTS) to central Bratislava
M.R. Stefanik Airport to the centre of Bratislava is around 15 minutes by car. It's approximately 8 miles away. Discover what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing services.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 42 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bucharest to M.R. Stefanik Airport (BTS)
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Bucharest to M.R. Stefanik Airport is £34. The cheapest price for a return flight is £94. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
We recommend booking as soon as possible to get cheap tickets from Bucharest to BTS. You're more likely to score a great deal and have a wider choice of departure times and travel dates.
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The best time to fly from Bucharest to M.R. Stefanik Airport (BTS)
July is the most popular month to catch a flight from Bucharest to M.R. Stefanik Airport while April is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to visit Bratislava, consider the pace you like to travel at.
Think about the kind of weather that'll suit your plans for Bratislava. The warmest month is July. Lock in your flights from Bucharest to BTS sometime then and you can expect temperatures of between 14ºC and 29ºC.
January has average temperatures of between -7ºC and 6ºC. Look for cheap flights from Bucharest to M.R. Stefanik Airport sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.
More about Bratislava
After locking in your flight from Bucharest to M.R. Stefanik Airport, think about where to rest your head in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Bratislava:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be difficult to know where to begin. Bratislava Castle, Old Town Hall and St. Martin's Cathedral are leading attractions which should be on any well-planned Bratislava itinerary.
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