Flying from Porto Airport (OPO) to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP): what you need to know
Bucharest's timezone is UTC+2, making Bucharest two hours ahead of Porto.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Be at the airport on time to board your OPO to OTP flight.
Travelling during a peak time like August? Major public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you'd like to explore another city along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Porto Airport to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport. These are the top stopovers between OPO and OTP:
Vienna International Airport
Cote D'Azur Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
How to find the cheapest flights from Porto Airport (OPO) to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
£55 is currently the best price for a one-way Porto Airport to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport flight. A return flight starts at £114. These fares can change depending on demand.
It's usually best to book ahead of time if you want to get cheap tickets from OPO to OTP. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
Getting cheap flights from Porto Airport to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest fares throughout the month and land a great deal.
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Handy information about Porto Airport (OPO)
74.49% of flights taking off from Porto Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
Porto Airport is around 10 miles from central Porto. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The journey when using public transport usually takes 50 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Porto Airport to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels close to OPO:
Arriving at Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
Reserve a hotel close to OTP if you're on a late Porto Airport to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Hit the road running by picking up a Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Klass Wagen, Pricecarz or Surprice and explore beyond Bucharest's main sights.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport about one week before your travel date.
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 reach the centre driving.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour 35 minutes.
When to fly to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
July is the busiest month for flights from Porto Airport to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport. To avoid the crowds, head to Bucharest in April.
Before locking in your flight from Porto Airport to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Bucharest, with the temperature ranging from 17ºC (63ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from OPO to OTP in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -9ºC (16ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) on average.
Explore more of Romania
Bucharest is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Romania you should also see. About 200 miles north of Bucharest, a trip to Iasi will keep you busy. Check out popular attractions like Palace of Culture, Saint Nicholas Church and Golia Monastery.
If there's time to check out 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 highlights.