Flying from Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG) to Bucharest: what you need to know
Approximately 2 hours is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Vaclav Havel Airport Prague to Bucharest.
The timezone in Bucharest is UTC+2. The city is one hour ahead of Prague, where Vaclav Havel Airport Prague is located.
Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG) to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) is the most traveled route. When searching for your flight, you can select from 16 services each week between PRG and OTP.
Give yourself plenty of time to get on your PRG to Bucharest flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months such as September. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
Direct Vaclav Havel Airport Prague to Bucharest tickets are available for booking. Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) will be your arrival point.
Popular carriers that offer direct flights from Vaclav Havel Airport Prague to Bucharest include:
Consider adding a stopover to potentially score a cheaper plane ticket from PRG to Bucharest. All you need to do is uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular airports:
Munich Franz Joseph Strauss Airport (MUC)
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Warsaw Chopin Airport (WAW)
Located around 13 kms (8 miles) from central Prague, PRG can be reached in about 25 minutes by car. The journey on public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Vaclav Havel Airport Prague to Bucharest? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels close to PRG:
74% of flights that leave from Vaclav Havel Airport Prague reach their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG) to Bucharest
£20 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Vaclav Havel Airport Prague to Bucharest flight. A round-trip plane ticket right now is £37. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
To find cheap flights from PRG to Bucharest, book in advance. Airlines generally offer lower fares when tickets are first released.
Scoring cheap tickets from Vaclav Havel Airport Prague to Bucharest is easier if you're flexible with your travel dates. Try using the 'Whole month' function to access the lowest prices throughout the month and score an incredible deal.
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Airports in Bucharest
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) to central Bucharest takes around 30 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 16 kms (10 miles) away.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of about 35 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Vaclav Havel Airport Prague to Bucharest, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near OTP:
Lock in the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport around one week ahead of your flight from PRG to Bucharest.
Baneasa Airport (BBU)
Central Bucharest is around 8 kms (5 miles) from Baneasa Airport (BBU). Step off your flight from Vaclav Havel Airport Prague to Bucharest and then look for any airport signs that'll help you get to the city centre.
You'll find some great places ready to welcome you near BBU. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your PRG to Bucharest flight at one of these well-located options:
Avoid potential price surges. Securing your ride two weeks before your arrival at BBU can help you lock in a better rate.
Best time to go to Bucharest
July is the busiest month for flights from Vaclav Havel Airport Prague to Bucharest. To skip the crowds, visit Bucharest in January.
Book a Vaclav Havel Airport Prague to Bucharest plane ticket with a departure in August if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 17ºC to 34ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from PRG to Bucharest in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -9ºC and 8ºC on average.
More about Bucharest
Once you've booked your flight from Vaclav Havel Airport Prague to Bucharest, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Bucharest:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Museum of the Palace of the Parliament, Caru' cu Bere and National Bank of Romania Museum are top sights which should feature on every Bucharest itinerary.
Explore more of Romania
You've seen Bucharest, now it's time to explore other parts of Romania. Journey about 322 kms (200 miles) north to Iasi to tick off its top attractions. From Galata Monastery to The Catholic Cathedral Saint Mary and Monastery of the Three Holy Hierarchs, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
If you're looking to explore another side of Romania, head for Cluj-Napoca, about 322 kms (200 miles) northwest of Bucharest. St. Michael's Church, Museum Square and Romanian Orthodox Church of Transfiguration are among its highlights.