Flying from Bucharest to Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG): what you need to know
Planning your holiday starts with figuring out where you'll leave from in Bucharest. Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) is the city's main airport, so check out your options for booking a flight from Bucharest to Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) jetting off from here.
Take a direct flight from Bucharest to Charles de Gaulle Airport and you'll be in the air for around 3 hours 14 minutes.
The timezone in Paris is UTC+1, which is 1 hour behind Bucharest. Charles de Gaulle Airport is located in Paris.
The busiest route is from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) to Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG), with 46 direct weekly services. If you want to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from OTP to CDG is the 06:20 Air France service. If you have other commitments or plans on your day of travel, the final departure is at 20:05 with Air France.
For hassle-free travel, 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 flight from Bucharest to CDG.
Popular months like July or other busy periods mean bigger queues and potential delays. Get a head start by arriving at the airport even earlier. Plan for at least four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Bucharest
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) offers an easy route to your destination. Nonstop flights from Bucharest to Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) take off from this terminal.
At OTP, you can choose from various airlines operating direct flights from Bucharest to Charles de Gaulle Airport, such as:
Consider adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper flight from Bucharest to CDG. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP). Take a pause at one of these popular airports:
Zurich Airport (ZRH)
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS)
OTP is about 21 kilometres from central Bucharest. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 34 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour and 36 minutes.
Want an easy start to your travels? Stay near Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Bucharest to Charles de Gaulle Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are ideal:
About Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Bucharest to Charles de Gaulle Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near CDG instead:
Getting from Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to central Paris
From Charles de Gaulle Airport, Paris is approximately 27 kilometres away. It takes around 44 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour and 15 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bucharest to Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
$75 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Bucharest to Charles de Gaulle Airport. Return flights start from $272. Fares are subject to availability and may change at any time.
You're more likely to find flight tickets from Bucharest to CDG if you book 8 months before your departure date. We crunched the flight price data and found that's when fares on this route are generally at their lowest.
To score the best deal on your tickets from Bucharest to Charles de Gaulle Airport, book your trip for May (it's when flights are cheapest). Travel dates flexible? Use the 'Whole month' tool to zero in on the most affordable day to fly.
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The best time to fly from Bucharest to Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
February is the quietest time of year to travel to Paris. Alternatively, follow the crowds and go in June. This is the busiest month for flights from Bucharest to Charles de Gaulle Airport, but the best time to go is up to you.
Book your flight from Bucharest to CDG for August if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Paris to range from 13ºC to 29ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, lock in a cheap flight from Bucharest to Charles de Gaulle Airport in January when temperatures average between -2ºC and 9ºC.
More about Paris
Start your Paris trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Bucharest to Charles de Gaulle Airport, browse our selection of hotels including:
One of the best ways to get a feel for Paris is to check out its most popular sights. Essential stops include Eiffel Tower, Louvre Museum and Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris.
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