Travelling from Perth Airport (PER) to Bucharest: what you need to know
The timezone in Bucharest is UTC+2. The city is six hours behind Perth, where Perth Airport is located.
Leave enough time to get on your PER to Bucharest flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Heading off during a peak period like public or school holidays? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
We make it a breeze to book flight tickets from PER to Bucharest with a stopover. To see all the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Top stopovers include:
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
The journey from central Perth to PER takes about 30 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 10 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Booked an early flight from Perth Airport to Bucharest? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near PER:
73.04% of flights departing from Perth Airport land at their destination on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Perth Airport (PER) to Bucharest
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Perth Airport to Bucharest flight is $553. The cheapest price for a return flight is $1,220. Bear in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from PER to Bucharest. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more it could cost you.
Scoring cheap tickets from Perth Airport to Bucharest is easier if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Try using the 'Whole month' function to get the lowest prices throughout the month and land an awesome deal.
Picking up a cheap flight from PER to Bucharest is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic notifications and we'll notify you as soon as a new discount appears.
Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Perth Airport to Bucharest by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best.'
Airports in Bucharest
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) to the centre of Bucharest takes around 35 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 21 kilometres away.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 35 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Perth Airport to Bucharest. Reserve one of these accommodation options near OTP instead:
Travel at your own pace with a Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Klass Wagen, Pricecarz or Surprice and chase adventure across Bucharest and beyond.
For the best deal, reserve your ride from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport around one week in advance of your flight from PER to Bucharest.
Best time to go to Bucharest
Plan your trip to Bucharest during the high season if you like a busy atmosphere, but remember that prices are generally higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Perth Airport to Bucharest in the low season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.
The warmest month in Bucharest is August, with temperatures ranging between 17ºC (63ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Lock in your Perth Airport to Bucharest flight ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
Search for cheap tickets from PER to Bucharest in January if you want to travel 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 best places to stay in Bucharest right here. Browse these options once you've booked your flight from Perth Airport to Bucharest:
Every great journey has to include some sightseeing. Old Town, Museum of the Palace of the Parliament and The Revolution Square Fountain are must-visits when exploring Bucharest.
Explore more of Romania
Iasi is just one of the many cities in Romania waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Bucharest. Around 322 kilometres away to the north, well-known attractions include Palace of Culture, Saint Nicholas Church and Golia Monastery.
Cluj-Napoca is another well-known destination in Romania and is around 322 kilometres north-west of Bucharest. No trip is complete without experiencing St. Michael's Church, Hoia Baciu Forest and Banffy Palace.