Travelling from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Bucharest Otopeni Airport (OTP): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Bristol Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Airport is 3 hours 20 minutes.
The timezone in Bucharest is UTC+2, which is two hours ahead of Bristol.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your BRS to OTP flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
Travelling during a peak time such as September? School holidays and other popular periods can result in longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Ryanair is your gateway to exploring Bucharest (and perhaps some other great corners of Romania!). Check out the direct flights from Bristol Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Airport offered by this popular carrier.
The majority of travellers choose to fly with Ryanair on this route.
Ryanair leads the way as the most punctual carrier for BRS to OTP flights, with 83.64% of services arriving as scheduled.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Bristol Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Top stopovers between BRS and OTP include:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
Vienna Airport
Handy information about Bristol Airport (BRS)
80% of flights leaving Bristol Airport touch down at their destination on time. Given its reliable on-time performance, you're unlikely to be delayed when jetting out of BRS.
Central Bristol to Bristol Airport is approximately 13 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving.
Expect a journey time of about 35 minutes on public transport.
Looking for a handy hotel near BRS? If you've booked an early flight from Bristol Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Bucharest Otopeni Airport (OTP)
Book a hotel close to OTP if you're taking a late Bristol Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Pick up a Bucharest Otopeni Airport rental car and discover Bucharest and beyond with your own set of wheels. Klass Wagen, Pricecarz and Surprice are popular providers to choose from here.
Reserving your ride from Bucharest Otopeni Airport around one week ahead increases your chances of getting a good deal.
When to fly to Bucharest Otopeni Airport (OTP)
July is the most popular month for flights from Bristol Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Airport. To skip the crowds, head to Bucharest in March.
When booking your flight from Bristol Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Bucharest, with temperatures ranging from 17ºC (63ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from BRS to OTP in January. Average temperatures are between -9ºC (16ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) then.
Explore more of Romania
Iasi is just one of the many places in Romania waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Bucharest. Around 322 kilometres away to the north, check out popular attractions including Galata Monastery, The Catholic Cathedral Saint Mary and Monastery of the Three Holy Hierarchs.
If you're ready to explore another great destination in Romania, consider Cluj-Napoca, roughly 322 kilometres north-west of Bucharest. St. Michael's Church, Museum Square and Romanian Orthodox Church of Transfiguration are among the biggest draws.