Flying from Vienna Airport (VIE) to Bucharest Otopeni Airport (OTP): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Vienna Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Airport and you'll be traveling for an average of 1 hour 35 minutes.
The timezone in Bucharest is UTC+2, which is one hour ahead of Vienna.
Every week, there are 28 Vienna Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Airport flights. If you prefer to jet off as soon as possible, pick the 05:50 Ryanair flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before flying, the last flight is at 21:35 with Austrian.
To ensure you catch your VIE to OTP flight, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Traveling during a peak month such as July? Public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Austrian Airlines offers direct flights from Vienna Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to discover the sights in Bucharest — and maybe even more of Romania if time allows.
Austrian Airlines is the most frequently booked airline on this route.
With a reliable 82.33% of services arriving as scheduled, Austrian Airlines is the most punctual carrier offering VIE to OTP flights.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vienna Airport (VIE) to Bucharest Otopeni Airport (OTP)
Currently, AED 71 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Vienna Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is AED 152. Remember that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book one month before your departure date. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from VIE to OTP.
June is the cheapest month for flights from Vienna Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Airport. If you prefer to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.
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Handy information about Vienna Airport (VIE)
80% of flights departing from Vienna Airport reach their destination on time. With its solid on-time performance, disruptions are unlikely when flying out of VIE.
Vienna Airport is around 18 kilometers from central Vienna. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the center, it'll take 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The trip when using public transport takes roughly 15 minutes.
Need a handy hotel close to VIE? If you've booked an early flight from Vienna Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Bucharest Otopeni Airport (OTP)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Vienna Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near OTP instead:
Follow your own route with a Bucharest Otopeni Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Klass Wagen, Pricecarz or Surprice and experience more of Bucharest and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Bucharest Otopeni Airport around one week before traveling.
Getting from Bucharest Otopeni Airport (OTP) to central Bucharest
From Bucharest Otopeni Airport, Bucharest is approximately 16 kilometers away. It takes around 30 minutes to get to the center driving.
Getting there by public transport will take you roughly 35 minutes.
When to fly to Bucharest Otopeni Airport (OTP)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Vienna Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Bucharest. If you like a quieter vibe, go in March.
When reserving your flight from Vienna Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Bucharest, with temperatures ranging from 17ºC (63ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from VIE to OTP in January. Average temperatures are between -9ºC (16ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) then.
Explore more of Romania
You've done Bucharest, now it's time to explore other parts of Romania. Travel around 322 kilometers north to Iasi to tick off its top 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.
If you're eager to discover another major stop in Romania, head for Cluj-Napoca, roughly 322 kilometers north-west of Bucharest. St. Michael's Church, Museum Square and Romanian Orthodox Church of Transfiguration are key highlights.
