Flying from Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport (PHX) to Bucharest Otopeni Airport (OTP): what you need to know
The timezone in Bucharest is UTC+2, which is nine hours ahead of Phoenix.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your PHX to OTP flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months like April. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here's where you can stop between PHX and OTP:
London Heathrow Airport
Frankfurt am Main Airport
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport (PHX) to Bucharest Otopeni Airport (OTP)
At the moment, £253 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is £556. Keep in mind that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.
It's usually best to book in advance if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from PHX to OTP. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Airport throughout the month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
Getting your hands on cheap flights from PHX to OTP is a cinch with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when a new deal comes up.
Lock in the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport (PHX)
PHX is located at 3400 Sky Harbour Boulevard.
Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport scores high marks for its on-time performance. 80% of flights that take off from PHX land on time.
To get to Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport from central Phoenix, it takes around 10 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 5 kms (3 miles) from the airport to the city centre.
The trip when using public transport usually takes 25 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays near PHX:
Arriving at Bucharest Otopeni Airport (OTP)
Consider staying in a hotel close to OTP if you're taking a late Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Pick up a Bucharest Otopeni Airport rental car and discover Bucharest and beyond with your own set of wheels. Klass Wagen, Pricecarz and Surprice are top outlets you can book with here.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your vehicle from Bucharest Otopeni Airport around one week before your travel date.
When to fly to Bucharest Otopeni Airport (OTP)
July is the most popular month for flights from Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Airport. To avoid the crowds, visit Bucharest in March.
When reserving your flight from Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Airport, consider the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Bucharest, with temperatures ranging from 17ºC to 34ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from PHX to OTP in January. Temperatures average between -9ºC and 8ºC then.
Explore more of Romania
You've seen Bucharest, now it's time to discover other corners of Romania. Journey around 322 kms (200 miles) north to Iasi to tick off its leading sights. From Galata Monastery to The Catholic Cathedral Saint Mary and Monastery of the Three Holy Hierarchs, your itinerary will be busy.
Cluj-Napoca is another essential stop in Romania and is around 322 kms (200 miles) north-west of Bucharest. No trip is complete without experiencing St. Michael's Church, Museum Square and Romanian Orthodox Church of Transfiguration.