Flying from Bucharest to Skopje International Airport (SKP): what you need to know
Planning your holiday starts with figuring out where you'll leave from in Bucharest. Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) is the city's main airport, so explore your options for reserving a flight from Bucharest to Skopje International Airport (SKP) taking off from here.
Skopje is 1 hour behind Bucharest. Skopje International Airport is located in Skopje, which operates on the UTC+1 timezone.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your flight from Bucharest to SKP.
Head to the airport even earlier during popular months like July. Aim for two hours before a domestic departure and up to four hours for international flights. Once you've checked in, you can use any extra time to relax or find something to eat.
Airports in Bucharest
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
We make it a cinch to book a flight from Bucharest to SKP with a stopover. To see all your options departing from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Top stopovers between OTP and SKP include:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW)
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Travelling from central Bucharest to OTP takes about 1 hour and 36 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 13 miles in 34 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Need a handy hotel close to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Bucharest to Skopje International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
About Skopje International Airport (SKP)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Bucharest to Skopje International Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near SKP instead:
Getting from Skopje International Airport (SKP) to central Skopje
Skopje International Airport to central Skopje is about 25 minutes in a car. It's approximately 15 miles away. See what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing services.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour and 3 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bucharest to Skopje International Airport (SKP)
For a one-way ticket from Bucharest to Skopje International Airport, £47 is the cheapest price. You can also book a return trip from just £111. These are the lowest fares right now but are subject to change depending on availability.
It's usually best to book ahead of time if you want to get cheap tickets from Bucharest to SKP. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, check out the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the cheapest price in every month when searching for your ticket from Bucharest to Skopje International Airport.
Log into your online account or use the app to create a Price Alert. You'll get notified right away if there's a better deal on this route. It's easy to do, and it'll save you from looking for cheap tickets from Bucharest to SKP every day.
Use the filters to tailor your flights from Bucharest to Skopje International Airport. Simply enter your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals.
The best time to fly from Bucharest to Skopje International Airport (SKP)
February is the quietest time of year to fly to Skopje. Alternatively, join the crowds and go in July. This is the most popular month for flights from Bucharest to Skopje International Airport.
Schedule your flight from Bucharest to SKP for August if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Skopje to range from 16ºC to 33ºC.
January has average temperatures of between -8ºC and 8ºC. Search for cheap flights from Bucharest to Skopje International Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Skopje
Once you've booked your flight from Bucharest to Skopje International Airport, think about where you'll stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Skopje:
Old Bazaar, Skopje and Macedonia Square are a couple of major attractions to put on your Skopje to-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out The Stone Bridge.
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