Flying from Milan Bergamo Airport (BGY) to Bucharest: what you need to know
Expect to be travelling for 2 hours 20 minutes. That's the average journey time for a direct flight from Milan Bergamo Airport to Bucharest.
The timezone in Bucharest is UTC+2. The city is one hour ahead of Milan, where Milan Bergamo Airport is located.
The most popular route is from Milan Bergamo Airport (BGY) to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP). Take your pick of 13 services every week between these two airports. If you'd like to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from BGY to OTP is the 05:45 Ryanair option. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the last departure is at 22:35 with Wizz Air Malta.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. That way, you won't have to rush to catch your BGY to Bucharest flight.
During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during a peak period in general.
Direct Milan Bergamo Airport to Bucharest tickets are available for booking. Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) is where you'll be touching down.
Keep an eye out for offers from Ryanair. This airline operates direct flights from Milan Bergamo Airport to Bucharest.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially save on your plane ticket from BGY to Bucharest. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Take a detour (and maybe pocket some savings) by stopping at one of these popular options:
Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Iasi International Airport (IAS)
Travelling from central Milan to BGY takes around 1 hour by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a taxi, you'll cover the 48 kilometres in 50 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Searching for a hotel near BGY? If you're catching an early flight from Milan Bergamo Airport to Bucharest, these stays set you up for a seamless send-off:
75% of flights taking off from Milan Bergamo Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Milan Bergamo Airport (BGY) to Bucharest
14 € is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Milan Bergamo Airport to Bucharest flight. A return plane ticket right now is 28 €. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares can change.
To find cheap flights from BGY to Bucharest, book as early as possible. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when tickets first go on sale.
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Airports in Bucharest
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
The distance from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) to central Bucharest is roughly 16 kilometres. It takes around 30 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It takes around 35 minutes to get there by public transport.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Milan Bergamo Airport to Bucharest. Reserve one of these accommodation options near OTP instead:
Booking your ride from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport around one week before your flight from BGY to Bucharest can help you secure the lowest rate.
Baneasa Airport (BBU)
Central Bucharest is roughly 8 kilometres from Baneasa Airport (BBU). Disembark your flight from Milan Bergamo Airport to Bucharest and then keep your eyes peeled for any airport signs that'll help you get to the centre.
There are some comfortable places to drop your things at near BBU. Kick back and get cosy after your BGY to Bucharest flight at any of these perfectly located options:
Lock in the best price by reserving your ride from BBU two weeks ahead of time. You can also expect to have a wider selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Bucharest
July is the most popular month for flights from Milan Bergamo Airport to Bucharest. To escape the crowds, visit Bucharest in January.
Before booking a Milan Bergamo Airport to Bucharest plane ticket, think about the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. August is the warmest month in Bucharest, with temperatures ranging from 17ºC (63ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from BGY to Bucharest in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -9ºC (16ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) on average.
More about Bucharest
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Bucharest right here. Explore these options after you've booked your flight from Milan Bergamo Airport to Bucharest:
Museum of the Palace of the Parliament and Caru' cu Bere are just a couple of the leading attractions to put on your Bucharest travel itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out National Bank of Romania Museum.
Explore more of Romania
Iasi is just one of the many cities in Romania waiting to be explored after you've experienced Bucharest. Around 322 kilometres away to the north, popular attractions include Galata Monastery, The Catholic Cathedral Saint Mary and Monastery of the Three Holy Hierarchs.
If you're ready to explore another corner of Romania, head for Cluj-Napoca, roughly 322 kilometres northwest of Bucharest. St. Michael's Church, Museum Square and Romanian Orthodox Church of Transfiguration are among its highlights.