Travelling from Stuttgart Airport (STR) to Bucharest: what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Stuttgart Airport to Bucharest is 2 hours 20 minutes.
Stuttgart Airport is located in Stuttgart. Based in the UTC+2 timezone, Bucharest is one hour ahead of Stuttgart.
The most popular route is from Stuttgart Airport (STR) to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP). Choose from seven services every week between these two airports. Eurowings offers a 06:25 departure between STR and OTP.
To avoid rushing for your STR to Bucharest flight, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months like September, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during a peak period in general.
You can book a direct Stuttgart Airport to Bucharest ticket. Start your trip at STR and arrive at Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP).
Look out for promotions from Eurowings. This airline has direct flights from Stuttgart Airport to Bucharest.
We make it easy to book plane tickets from STR to Bucharest with a stopover. To see all your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Major stopovers include:
Munich Franz Joseph Strauss Airport (MUC)
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)
Located around 10 kms (6 miles) from the centre of Stuttgart, STR can be reached in about 20 minutes by car. The journey on public transport will take roughly 25 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Stuttgart Airport to Bucharest? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels near STR:
Of the departures from Stuttgart Airport, 78% arrive on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Stuttgart Airport (STR) to Bucharest
£23 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Stuttgart Airport to Bucharest flight. A return ticket right now is £50. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Book three months before you want to travel. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from STR to Bucharest.
August is the best month for scoring an incredible deal on Stuttgart Airport to Bucharest tickets. If you're looking to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from STR to Bucharest by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or push notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
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Airports in Bucharest
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) to the centre of Bucharest takes around 30 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 16 kms (10 miles) away.
It'll take around 35 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
Consider staying in a hotel close to OTP if you have a late flight from Stuttgart Airport to Bucharest. Select one of these accommodation options and make your first night all about catching up on rest:
Reserving your vehicle from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport about one week before your flight from STR to Bucharest can help you lock in the lowest rate.
Baneasa Airport (BBU)
Baneasa Airport (BBU) is around 8 kms (5 miles) from the centre of Bucharest. Explore your options for travelling into town after your flight from Stuttgart Airport to Bucharest has landed.
You'll find some great places ready to welcome you near BBU. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your STR to Bucharest flight at one of these well-located options:
Score the best price by securing your ride from BBU two weeks ahead of time. You can also expect to have a bigger selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Bucharest
July is the busiest month for flights from Stuttgart Airport to Bucharest. To avoid the crowds, visit Bucharest in January.
Lock in a Stuttgart Airport to Bucharest plane ticket with a departure in August if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 17ºC to 34ºC.
January has average temperatures of between -9ºC and 8ºC. Look for a cheap ticket from STR to Bucharest around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Bucharest
Start your Bucharest trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Stuttgart Airport to Bucharest, check out our selection of hotels including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. Museum of the Palace of the Parliament, Caru' cu Bere and National Bank of Romania Museum are leading attractions which should be on any well-planned Bucharest itinerary.
Explore more of Romania
You've visited Bucharest, now it's time to discover more of Romania. Travel around 322 kms (200 miles) north to Iasi to tick off its popular sights. 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 want to check out another side of Romania, head for Cluj-Napoca, roughly 322 kms (200 miles) northwest of Bucharest. St. Michael's Church, Museum Square and Romanian Orthodox Church of Transfiguration are highlights.