Flying from Stuttgart Airport (STR) to Bucharest Otopeni Airport (OTP): what you need to know
Around 2 hours 15 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Stuttgart Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Airport.
The timezone in Bucharest is UTC+2, which is one hour ahead of Stuttgart.
Take your pick of five weekly Stuttgart Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Airport flights. The 06:25 departure with Eurowings is the earliest available. Eurowings operates the latest service of the day at 18:05.
To ensure you catch your STR to OTP flight, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Travelling during a peak month such as September? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Wizz Air Malta is your ticket to exploring Bucharest (and maybe even some other great parts of Romania!). Check out the direct flights from Stuttgart Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Airport offered by this carrier.
The airline that tops the list for bookings on this route is Wizz Air Malta.
Eurowings is the most punctual carrier that operates STR to OTP flights. A dependable 80.95% of its services on this route land on time.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Stuttgart Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between STR and OTP:
Munich Airport
Vienna Airport
Budapest Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Stuttgart Airport (STR) to Bucharest Otopeni Airport (OTP)
Right now, $52 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Stuttgart Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $121. Keep in mind that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.
Score cheap tickets from STR to OTP by booking at least three months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
August is the cheapest month for flights from Stuttgart Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Airport. If you need to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from STR to OTP by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Select your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Stuttgart Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Airport.
Handy information about Stuttgart Airport (STR)
When it comes to Stuttgart Airport's on-time performance, data shows 78% of flights complete their journey on time.
To reach Stuttgart Airport from central Stuttgart, it takes about 20 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Taking public transport? Expect a trip time of around 25 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Stuttgart Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to STR:
Arriving at Bucharest Otopeni Airport (OTP)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Stuttgart Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near OTP instead:
Hit the road running by picking up a Bucharest Otopeni Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Klass Wagen, Pricecarz or Surprice to explore Bucharest and beyond.
To get the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Bucharest Otopeni Airport about one week before you set off.
When to fly to Bucharest Otopeni Airport (OTP)
The quietest month for a flight from Stuttgart Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Airport is March, while July is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Bucharest based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Book your flight from Stuttgart Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Airport for August if you want to go to Bucharest during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 17ºC (63ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -9ºC (16ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF). Search for cheap tickets from STR to OTP sometime then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Romania
You've visited Bucharest, now it's time to discover other parts of Romania. Journey around 322 kilometres north to Iasi to tick off its must-visit sights. From Galata Monastery to The Catholic Cathedral Saint Mary and Monastery of the Three Holy Hierarchs, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 322 kilometres north-west of Bucharest, Cluj-Napoca is another favourite stop in Romania. No visit is complete without checking out St. Michael's Church, Museum Square and Romanian Orthodox Church of Transfiguration.