Travelling from Mexico City to Bucharest: what you need to know
Mexico City has two main airports where you can kick off your travels. Explore your options for booking a flight from Mexico City to Bucharest leaving from Mexico City Juarez International Airport (MEX) or Felipe Angeles International Airport (NLU).
When working out where to arrive in Bucharest, Bucharest Otopeni Airport (OTP) and Bucharest Baneasa Airport (BBU) are the chief entry points.
The timezone in Bucharest is UTC+2, which is eight hours ahead of Mexico City.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. That way, you can comfortably catch your Mexico City to Bucharest flight.
During popular months like June, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during high season in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Mexico City to Bucharest
Booking early is often the key to securing a cheap Mexico City to Bucharest flight. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the nearer your departure date, the more expensive your ticket may be.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest plane tickets from Mexico City to Bucharest across each month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
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Flying from Mexico City
Mexico City Juarez International Airport (MEX)
Think about adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper Mexico City to Bucharest flight. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Mexico City Juarez International Airport. Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular airports:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Madrid Airport (MAD)
Travelling from central Mexico City to MEX takes around 40 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a taxi, you'll cover the 6 kms (4 miles) in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a hassle-free start to your trip? Stay near Mexico City Juarez International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Mexico City to Bucharest or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Mexico City Juarez International Airport has a strong on-time record, so flight disruptions are less likely. Departures from MEX arrive at their destination as scheduled 84% of the time.
Felipe Angeles International Airport (NLU)
You can reach NLU from central Mexico City in about 55 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The journey on public transport will take roughly 2 hours to travel the 40 kms (25 miles) or so.
You're off on holiday, so why not extend it with an extra night away? Think about kicking back in one of these accommodation options near Felipe Angeles International Airport the day before your flight from Mexico City to Bucharest:
Felipe Angeles International Airport has an on-time performance of 76%. This figure gives an insight into how often flights that leave from this airport arrive at their destination on time.
Arriving in Bucharest
Bucharest Otopeni Airport (OTP)
The distance from Bucharest Otopeni Airport (OTP) to central Bucharest is approximately 16 kms (10 miles). It'll take you around 30 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It usually takes 35 minutes to get there when travelling by public transport.
Book a hotel close to OTP if you have a late flight from Mexico City to Bucharest. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Bucharest Otopeni Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Klass Wagen, Pricecarz or Surprice and experience the lesser-explored corners of Bucharest and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle from Bucharest Otopeni Airport around one week in advance of your Mexico City to Bucharest flight.
Bucharest Baneasa Airport (BBU)
Bucharest Baneasa Airport (BBU) is around 8 kms (5 miles) from central Bucharest. Once you've hopped off your flight from Mexico City to Bucharest, it'll take you approximately 20 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a taxi or ride-share.
If you hop on public transport, the journey will take you 35 minutes or so.
After your flight from Mexico City to Bucharest, settle in at a hotel close to BBU. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
Wheego, Abbycar and ecovia make picking up a Bucharest Baneasa Airport rental car easy and quick. These trusted providers are located around or in the terminal and will have you ready to go in a flash.
Avoid paying more than you need to. Reserving your ride two weeks before your arrival at BBU will save you money.
Best time to go to Bucharest
It's time to figure out your trip dates for your flight from Mexico City to Bucharest. July is the most popular month to visit Bucharest. If you prefer a more relaxed atmosphere, go in March.
Lock in a Mexico City to Bucharest ticket departing in August if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Bucharest to range from 17ºC to 34ºC.
Search for cheap flights from Mexico City to Bucharest in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -9ºC and 8ºC on average.
More about Bucharest
Start your Bucharest trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Mexico City to Bucharest, check out our range of hotels including:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be tricky to work out where to start. Caru' cu Bere, Museum of the Palace of the Parliament and National Bank of Romania Museum are top attractions which should be on every Bucharest itinerary.
Explore more of Romania
Iasi is just one of the many places in Romania waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Bucharest. Around 322 kms (200 miles) to the north, top sights here include Galata Monastery, The Catholic Cathedral Saint Mary and Monastery of the Three Holy Hierarchs.
Around 322 kms (200 miles) northwest of Bucharest, Cluj-Napoca is another favourite stop in Romania. Start your sightseeing at Saint Michael’s Church, Museum Square and Romanian Orthodox Church of Transfiguration.