Travelling from Bucharest to Santorini International Airport (JTR): What you need to know
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) is Bucharest's main airport. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Bucharest to Santorini International Airport (JTR) leaving from here.
Expect to be travelling for 1 hour 55 minutes. On average, that's the time it takes for a direct Bucharest to Santorini International Airport flight.
Santorini International Airport is located in Santorini (Thira). The city's timezone is UTC+2, which is the same as Bucharest.
Leave plenty of time to make your flight from Bucharest to JTR. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Head to the airport even earlier during popular months like July. Aim for two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight. Once you've checked in, you can use any extra time to relax or grab something to eat.
Airports in Bucharest
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) is a convenient option for travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Bucharest to Santorini International Airport (JTR) take off from this terminal.
You can lock in a direct flight from Bucharest to Santorini International Airport with Wizz Air Malta. This popular carrier operates departures from OTP.
The most frequently booked airline between OTP and JTR is Wizz Air Malta.
Located around 16 kms (10 miles) from central Bucharest, OTP can be reached in about 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport is roughly 35 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Bucharest to Santorini International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a few extra z's) by staying at one of these stays close to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport:
When it comes to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport's on-time performance, 78% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
Baneasa Airport (BBU)
From central Bucharest, BBU is about 8 kms (5 miles) away. When planning the best way to get there, find out if public transport is an option or if it's better to drive.
Catching an early morning flight? Think about staying at one of these hotels near Baneasa Airport the day before your Bucharest to JTR flight:
Most flights that depart Baneasa Airport land at their destination as expected. It achieves a consistent on-time performance rate of 82%.
About Santorini International Airport (JTR)
If you have a late flight from Bucharest to Santorini International Airport, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these options near JTR:
Booking your ride around three weeks in advance of your Bucharest to Santorini International Airport flight can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Santorini International Airport (JTR) to central Santorini (Thira)
The centre of Santorini (Thira) is around 5 kms (3 miles) from Santorini International Airport. Journey times by car hire or taxi will vary based on traffic conditions, so do a little research before your trip.
Travelling on public transport typically takes 25 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bucharest to Santorini International Airport (JTR)
Currently, £29 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Bucharest to Santorini International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is £77. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Get cheap flights from Bucharest to JTR by booking two months ahead. According to our research, that's the ideal time frame for finding the biggest deals.
July is when you're most likely to find a bargain on a Bucharest to Santorini International Airport ticket. If you're looking to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.
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The best time to fly from Bucharest to Santorini International Airport (JTR)
July is when most people book flights from Bucharest to Santorini International Airport (JTR). Visit Santorini (Thira) in January if you'd rather avoid peak season.
The warmest month in Santorini (Thira) is August, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC and 27ºC. Lock in your Bucharest to JTR plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Bucharest to Santorini International Airport in January when temperatures are between 10ºC and 16ºC.
More about Santorini (Thira)
Once you've booked your flight from Bucharest to Santorini International Airport, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Santorini (Thira):
There are loads of terrific things to do in Santorini (Thira) when you're in the mood to sightsee. Kick off your itinerary at Sunset Oia followed by Views of Santorini and Caldera and Blue Domed Church Santorini.
Explore more of Greece
Athens is just one of the many places in Greece waiting to be explored after you've experienced Santorini (Thira). Around 241 kms (150 miles) away to the northwest, well-known attractions include Acropolis of Athens, The Parthenon and Erechtheion.