Travelling from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP): what you need to know
Bucharest is six hours ahead of Philadelphia and is in the UTC+2 timezone.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your PHL to OTP flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
Flying during a peak time like August? Major public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you want to include a stop along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Philadelphia International Airport to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between PHL and OTP:
Cote D'Azur Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Charles de Gaulle Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Philadelphia International Airport to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport flight is £230. A round-trip ticket is currently £449. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
It's a good idea to book as early as possible if you want to find cheap tickets from PHL to OTP. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the lowest price across each month when searching for your flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from PHL to OTP by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Tailor your flights with filters. Select your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Philadelphia International Airport to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport.
Handy information about Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
PHL's address is Industrial Highway and Island Road.
78.93% of flights taking off from Philadelphia International Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
Central Philadelphia to Philadelphia International Airport is approximately 12 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 15 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
The journey when using public transport will take about 45 minutes.
Get your journey off to a relaxed start by staying near PHL. Whether you're catching an early flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Philadelphia International Airport to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near OTP instead:
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To lock in the lowest price, book your ride from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport about one week before travelling.
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 drive to the centre.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 35 minutes.
When to fly to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
July is the most popular month for flights from Philadelphia International Airport to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport. For a quieter experience, go to Bucharest in April.
Book your flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport for August if you want to visit Bucharest during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 17ºC (63ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from PHL 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
Iasi is just one of the many places in Romania waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Bucharest. Around 200 miles away to the north, well-known attractions include Palace of Culture, Saint Nicholas Church and Golia Monastery.
Cluj-Napoca is another standout destination in Romania and is around 200 miles north-west of Bucharest. No journey is complete without seeing St. Michael's Church, Hoia Baciu Forest and Banffy Palace.