Travelling from Bucharest to Dubai: what you need to know
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) is Bucharest's main airport. Check out your options for booking a flight from Bucharest to Dubai taking off from here.
Dubai Airport (DXB) and Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) are Dubai's chief entry points.
Jump on a direct Bucharest to Dubai flight and you'll be travelling for an average of 5 hours.
The timezone in Dubai is UTC+4, which is two hours ahead of Bucharest.
The busiest route for flights from Bucharest to Dubai is from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) to Dubai Airport (DXB). Take your pick of 20 services every week between these two airports. If you want to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from OTP to DXB is the 02:15 flydubai service. If you have other commitments or plans on your day of travel, the last available departure is at 23:05 with flydubai.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This leaves you with plenty of time to board your Bucharest to Dubai flight.
During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bucharest to Dubai
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Bucharest to Dubai is 73 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 148 €. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares could change.
Lock in cheap Bucharest to Dubai flights by booking two months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
Organise your trip for May. That's the best month for scoring an incredible deal on plane tickets from Bucharest to Dubai. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across every month.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from Bucharest to Dubai by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a lower fare pops up.
Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' Bucharest to Dubai flights.
Flying from Bucharest
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
Set out from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) and fly straight through to Dubai Airport (DXB) or Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC). If you're looking for a direct flight from Bucharest to Dubai out of OTP, those are your arrival choices.
Choose from a variety of airlines that offer direct Bucharest to Dubai plane tickets out of OTP. Book your seat with one of these:
Consider adding a stopover to potentially save money on your Bucharest to Dubai flight. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these airports:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
OTP is about 16 kilometres from central Bucharest. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour 35 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Bucharest to Dubai? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport:
Of all flights departing from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport, 71.27% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Arriving in Dubai
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Dubai Airport (DXB) to central Dubai takes around 15 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 10 kilometres away.
It usually takes 50 minutes to get there when travelling by public transport.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Bucharest to Dubai, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near DXB:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Dubai Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from AMEX, Autostrad Rent A Car or Quicklease Car Hire and see more of Dubai and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Dubai Airport about three weeks ahead of your trip.
Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
After your flight from Bucharest to Dubai has landed, you can make your way to the city centre in around 45 minutes by car. Central Dubai is roughly 40 kilometres from Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC).
If you choose to travel on public transport, you'll reach the centre in 2 hours 5 minutes or so.
There are some comfortable places ready to welcome you near DWC. Tuck yourself in after your Bucharest to Dubai flight at any of these perfectly located options:
Forget about public transport timetables or long cab lines. Grab a Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport rental car and take your journey in whatever direction you like. Compare availability and rates from Quicklease Car Hire, Quick Drive and Golden Key Car Hire.
Get first dibs on the best options. Booking your ride from DWC three weeks in advance often means better prices and a wider choice of vehicles.
Best time to go to Dubai
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Bucharest to Dubai. January is the busiest month to travel to Dubai. If you like a quieter vibe, go in April.
Before locking in your Bucharest to Dubai tickets, think about what kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Dubai, with temperatures ranging from 30ºC (86ºF) to 42ºC (108ºF).
Look for cheap flights from Bucharest to Dubai in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF) on average.
More about Dubai
Start your Dubai trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Bucharest to Dubai, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
All great journeys should include some sightseeing. Burj Khalifa, The Dubai Mall Heart and Desert safari tourism are attractions you won't want to skip in Dubai.
Explore more of United Arab Emirates
Sharjah is just one of the many cities in United Arab Emirates waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Dubai. Around 23 kilometres to the north-east, check out popular attractions including Al majaz waterfront, Petrofac and Al Montazah Park.
Around 121 kilometres south-west of Dubai, Abu Dhabi is another essential stop in United Arab Emirates. Experience major highlights starting with Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Emirates Palace, Dubai and Qasr Al Watan.