Flying from Beirut Airport (BEY) to Bucharest Otopeni Airport (OTP): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Beirut Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Airport is 2 hours 25 minutes.
Beirut and Bucharest are both in the UTC+2 timezone. This means you won't need to account for any time differences.
Flights from BEY to OTP start at 04:05 — the earliest with TAROM. The last service of the day is at 04:05 with TAROM. Overall, there are four weekly Beirut Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Airport flights.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your BEY to OTP flight.
You can expect longer lines during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
Flying into Bucharest (and then seeing more of Romania!) is easy with TAROM. This popular carrier has direct flights from Beirut Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Airport.
The airline that tops the list for bookings on this route is TAROM.
Among carriers operating BEY to OTP flights, TAROM is the most consistent for on-time landings.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Beirut Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between BEY and OTP include:
Istanbul Airport
Athens International Airport
Antalya Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Beirut Airport (BEY) to Bucharest Otopeni Airport (OTP)
At the moment, $194 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Beirut Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $385. Bear in mind that fares may change due to availability when booking.
Score cheap tickets from BEY to OTP by booking at least one month ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
The cheapest month for flights from Beirut Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have flexible dates.
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Handy information about Beirut Airport (BEY)
Beirut Airport maintains a solid on-time record, making delays less likely. Departures from BEY land at their destination as scheduled 85% of the time.
Beirut Airport is around 10 kilometres from central Beirut. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The journey on public transport takes about 35 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel near BEY? If you're catching an early flight from Beirut Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Arriving at Bucharest Otopeni Airport (OTP)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Beirut Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near OTP instead:
Explore without limits with a Bucharest Otopeni Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Klass Wagen, Pricecarz or Surprice and discover more of Bucharest and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by booking your ride from Bucharest Otopeni Airport about one week ahead of your trip.
Getting from Bucharest Otopeni Airport (OTP) to central Bucharest
From Bucharest Otopeni Airport, Bucharest is approximately 16 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of around 35 minutes.
When to fly to Bucharest Otopeni Airport (OTP)
July is the busiest month for flights from Beirut Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Bucharest in March.
Lock in your flight from Beirut Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Airport for August if you want to go to Bucharest during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 17ºC (63ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -9ºC (16ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF). Look for cheap tickets from BEY to OTP around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Romania
You've visited Bucharest, now it's time to explore other corners of Romania. Journey around 322 kilometres 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, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If you want to check out another major stop in Romania, consider Cluj-Napoca, about 322 kilometres north-west of Bucharest. St. Michael's Church, Museum Square and Romanian Orthodox Church of Transfiguration are key highlights.