Travelling from Prague Airport (PRG) to Bucharest Otopeni Airport (OTP): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Prague Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 2 hours.
Bucharest is one hour ahead of Prague and follows the UTC+2 timezone.
Every week, there are 18 Prague Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Airport flights.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your PRG to OTP flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as September, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during a peak period in general.
With direct flights from Prague Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Airport available through various airlines, flying to Bucharest (and then other parts of Romania) is a cinch. Here's who you can fly nonstop with:
The majority of travellers choose to fly with Smart Wings on this route.
Smart Wings is the most punctual carrier that offers PRG to OTP flights. An impressive 82.22% of its departures on this route arrive on time.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Prague Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here are some options between PRG and OTP:
Munich Airport
Vienna Airport
Warsaw Chopin Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Prague Airport (PRG) to Bucharest Otopeni Airport (OTP)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Prague Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Airport flight is £16. A return plane ticket is currently £35. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To score cheap tickets from PRG to OTP, book as early as you can. Airlines typically offer the most competitive fares when flights are first made available.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Prague Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Airport. If you need to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
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Handy information about Prague Airport (PRG)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Prague Airport, data shows 74% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
To get to Prague Airport from central Prague, it'll take about 25 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 18 kms (11 miles) from the airport to the city centre.
Taking public transport? Expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
Get your journey off to a hassle-free start by staying near PRG. Whether you're taking an early flight from Prague Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Bucharest Otopeni Airport (OTP)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Prague Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near OTP instead:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Bucharest Otopeni Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Klass Wagen, Pricecarz or Surprice and explore beyond Bucharest's main sights.
Reserving your ride from Bucharest Otopeni Airport about one week ahead can help you get the best possible rate.
When to fly to Bucharest Otopeni Airport (OTP)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Prague Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Bucharest. If you'd like a more relaxed vibe, go in March.
When reserving your flight from Prague 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.
January has average temperatures of between -9ºC and 8ºC. Search for cheap tickets from PRG to OTP around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Romania
Iasi is just one of the many cities in Romania waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Bucharest. Around 322 kms (200 miles) away to the north, top sights here include Galata Monastery, The Catholic Cathedral Saint Mary and Monastery of the Three Holy Hierarchs.
Around 322 kms (200 miles) north-west of Bucharest, Cluj-Napoca is another favourite stop in Romania. No visit is complete without checking out St. Michael's Church, Museum Square and Romanian Orthodox Church of Transfiguration.