Travelling from Falcone-Borsellino Airport (PMO) to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Falcone-Borsellino Airport to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours 10 minutes.
Bucharest's timezone is UTC+2, making Bucharest one hour ahead of Palermo.
To ensure you catch your PMO to OTP flight, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months like August, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during peak periods in general.
Travelling to Bucharest (and then seeing more of Romania!) is a snap with Ryanair. This popular carrier has direct flights from Falcone-Borsellino Airport to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport.
The majority of passengers choose to fly with Ryanair on this route.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Falcone-Borsellino Airport to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here are some options between PMO and OTP:
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport
Genoa Cristoforo Colombo Airport
Vienna International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Falcone-Borsellino Airport (PMO) to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Falcone-Borsellino Airport to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport flight is £15. A round-trip fare right now is £35. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Get cheap tickets from PMO to OTP by booking six months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Falcone-Borsellino Airport to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport. If you're looking to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from PMO to OTP by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Falcone-Borsellino Airport to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport.
Handy information about Falcone-Borsellino Airport (PMO)
When it comes to Falcone-Borsellino Airport's on-time performance, data shows 70.75% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
To get to Falcone-Borsellino Airport from central Palermo, it takes about 40 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 20 miles from the airport to the city centre.
Catching public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 55 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Falcone-Borsellino Airport to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels near PMO:
Arriving at Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
If you have a late Falcone-Borsellino Airport to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these options near OTP:
Pick up a Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport rental car and discover Bucharest and beyond with your own set of wheels. Klass Wagen, Pricecarz and Surprice are popular outlets you can book with here.
To secure the lowest price, book your vehicle from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport about one week before your trip.
Getting from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) to central Bucharest
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport is approximately 13 miles from central Bucharest. Driving there takes about 35 minutes.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour 35 minutes.
When to fly to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Falcone-Borsellino Airport to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Bucharest. If you'd like a more low-key vibe, go in April.
Before locking in your flight from Falcone-Borsellino Airport to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Bucharest, with the temperature ranging from 17ºC (63ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from PMO to OTP in January. Average temperatures are between -9ºC (16ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) then.
Explore more of Romania
Iasi is just one of the many places in Romania waiting to be explored after you've experienced Bucharest. Around 200 miles away to the north, check out popular attractions including Palace of Culture, Saint Nicholas Church and Golia Monastery.
Cluj-Napoca is another essential stop in Romania and is around 200 miles north-west of Bucharest. No trip is complete without seeing St. Michael's Church, Hoia Baciu Forest and Banffy Palace.