Travelling from Bucharest to Paris: what you need to know
Bucharest's main base, Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP), is where plenty of awesome adventures begin. Explore your departure options from here for your flight from Bucharest to Paris.
When it comes to arriving in Paris, get off the plane at Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) or Paris Orly Airport (ORY). Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA) is another major gateway to this city.
The average duration of a direct Bucharest to Paris flight is 3 hours 10 minutes.
Paris is one hour behind Bucharest and is in the UTC+1 timezone.
With 34 flights a week between the two airports, Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) to Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) is the most popular route. Hop on the first flight from Bucharest to Paris with Air France at 06:20. If you'd like to get more out of your day before flying, the latest flight from OTP to CDG is with Air France at 20:05.
To ensure you don't miss your Bucharest to Paris flight, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during high season in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bucharest to Paris
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Bucharest to Paris is $45. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $88. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares may change.
Lock in cheap Bucharest to Paris flights by booking two months ahead. Based on our research, that's the ideal time frame for finding a bargain.
The best month for scoring cheap plane tickets from Bucharest to Paris is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then select the dates that offer the biggest savings.
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Flying from Bucharest
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
Start your trip at Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP), which has a range of direct flights from Bucharest to Paris. From OTP, you can fly seamlessly to Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) or Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA).
There are numerous airlines that offer direct Bucharest to Paris plane tickets out of OTP. Some of the most popular are:
Consider adding a stopover to potentially save on your Bucharest to Paris flight. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport. Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these airports:
Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG)
Pisa International Airport (PSA)
Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE)
Located around 16 kilometres from the centre of Bucharest, OTP can be reached in about 35 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 35 minutes.
Want a handy hotel near Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Bucharest to Paris, these stays will have you sleeping nice and close to your departure gate:
When it comes to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport's on-time performance, 71.27% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Arriving in Paris
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
The distance from Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to central Paris is approximately 23 kilometres. It takes about 45 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 15 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Bucharest to Paris. Check in to one of these accommodation options near CDG instead:
Explore without limits with a Charles de Gaulle Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Alamo, Keddy By Europcar or Europcar and experience more of Paris and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Charles de Gaulle Airport around two weeks ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
The street address for CDG is 95711, Roissy Charles de Gaulle.
Paris Orly Airport (ORY)
The centre of Paris is about 14 kilometres from Paris Orly Airport (ORY). As soon as your flight from Bucharest to Paris has touched down and you've navigated your way to arrivals, the drive should take about 35 minutes.
Public transport will get you there in about 55 minutes.
You'll find some comfortable places to lay your head close to ORY. Settle in and get cosy after your Bucharest to Paris flight at one of these perfectly located options:
Alamo, Europcar and Keddy By Europcar make collecting a Paris Orly Airport rental car quick and easy. These trusted providers are located in or around the terminal and will have you ready to go in a flash.
Secure your first choice, not your last resort. Booking your ride from ORY one week in advance often means better deals and a wider choice of vehicles.
Paris Orly Airport can be found at 94396 Orly Aérogare.
Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA)
Step off your flight from Bucharest to Paris and head straight for your hotel or start exploring right away. Central Paris is around 72 kilometres from Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA) and typically takes 1 hour 30 minutes to reach driving.
If you travel by public transport, the journey will take you around 2 hours 20 minutes.
If you don't want to travel into the centre, find a hotel near BVA. Make yourself comfy at one of these stays after your Bucharest to Paris flight:
Put yourself in the driver's seat of the next leg of your trip by picking up a Beauvais-Tille Airport rental car. Loca Malin, Budget and Europcar are reliable rental providers.
About three weeks ahead of your flight from Bucharest to Paris is the ideal time to book your ride from BVA. You're more likely to get a better rate or even snap up an early bird discount.
Beauvais-Tille Airport's street address is Tille 60000, Beauvais.
Best time to go to Paris
June is the busiest month for flights from Bucharest to Paris. To escape the crowds, head to Paris in January.
Before locking in your Bucharest to Paris tickets, think about what kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Paris, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC (55ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -2ºC (28ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Look for cheap flights from Bucharest to Paris around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Paris
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Paris right here. Check out these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Bucharest to Paris:
All great holidays should include some sightseeing. Eiffel Tower, Louvre Museum and Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris are must-do's during your Paris adventure.
Explore more of France
Paris is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of France waiting to be explored. About 386 kilometres south-east of Paris, a visit to Lyon will keep you busy. Start with attractions like Basilique Notre-Dame de Fourviere, Musée des Confluences and Vieux Lyon - Saint-Jean - Saint-Georges.
If you're eager to discover another major destination in France, head for Nantes, about 338 kilometres south-west of Paris. Chateau des Ducs de Bretagne, Les Machines de L'ile and Jardin des Plantes are key highlights.