Travelling from Kempegowda International Airport (BLR) to Bucharest: what you need to know
Kempegowda International Airport is located in Bengaluru. Following the UTC+2 timezone, Bucharest is three hours 30 minutes behind Bengaluru.
To avoid rushing for your BLR to Bucharest flight, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Travelling during a popular month such as August? Public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially land a cheaper plane ticket from BLR 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 options:
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
BLR is around 29 kilometres from central Bengaluru. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 50 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour 55 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your holiday? Stay near BLR. Whether you have an early flight from Kempegowda International Airport to Bucharest or don't want departure day to feel hectic, these hotels put convenience first:
When it comes to Kempegowda International Airport's on-time performance, 71.17% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
The address for BLR is Kial Road, Devanahalli, Bengaluru, Karnataka 56030.
How to find the cheapest flights from Kempegowda International Airport (BLR) to Bucharest
$456 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Kempegowda International Airport to Bucharest flight. Return flight tickets start from $892. These prices can change based on demand and availability.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap flight from BLR to Bucharest. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more expensive your ticket may be.
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Airports in Bucharest
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) is around 21 kilometres from central Bucharest. If you're grabbing a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes about 35 minutes.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 35 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Kempegowda International Airport to Bucharest, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near OTP:
Go where the road takes you with a Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Klass Wagen, Pricecarz or Surprice and chase adventure across Bucharest and beyond.
Get the best deal by booking your vehicle from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport about one week ahead of your flight from BLR to Bucharest.
Best time to go to Bucharest
Visit Bucharest in high season if you like a lively atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices may be higher. Alternatively, book flights from Kempegowda International Airport to Bucharest during low season when prices are cheaper and it's quieter.
Lock in a Kempegowda International Airport to Bucharest flight ticket with a departure in August if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 17ºC (63ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from BLR to Bucharest in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -9ºC (16ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) on average.
More about Bucharest
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Bucharest right here. Check out these options after you've booked your flight from Kempegowda International Airport to Bucharest:
Old Town and Museum of the Palace of the Parliament are a couple of top attractions to put on your Bucharest must-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at The Revolution Square Fountain.
Explore more of Romania
Iasi is just one of the many cities in Romania waiting to be discovered once you've seen Bucharest. Around 322 kilometres away to the north, its top attractions include Palace of Culture, Saint Nicholas Church and Golia Monastery.
If there's time to check out another great destination in Romania, head for Cluj-Napoca, about 322 kilometres north-west of Bucharest. St. Michael's Church, Hoia Baciu Forest and Banffy Palace are key highlights.