Flying from Bucharest to Leipzig/Halle Airport (LEJ): What you need to know
Bucharest's main base, Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP), is where many unforgettable trips begin. Explore the departure options from here when searching for a flight from Bucharest to Leipzig/Halle Airport (LEJ).
Expect to be in the air for 2 hours 20 minutes. That's the average duration of a direct Bucharest to Leipzig/Halle Airport flight.
Leipzig is one hour behind Bucharest. Leipzig/Halle Airport is located in Leipzig, which follows the UTC+1 timezone.
Choose from 2 direct flights each week between Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) and Leipzig/Halle Airport (LEJ). This is the most popular route, with Wizz Air Malta offering a 5:55am departure from OTP to LEJ.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your flight from Bucharest to LEJ.
Delays at check-in and security are more likely if you're heading away during high season, so give yourself a bit more breathing room. The recommendation for peak periods? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Bucharest
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
Go straight to your destination from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP). Nonstop flights from Bucharest to Leipzig/Halle Airport (LEJ) are available from here.
You can travel on a direct flight from Bucharest to Leipzig/Halle Airport with Wizz Air Malta. This well-known airline operates departures from OTP.
The majority of passengers prefer to book seats with Wizz Air Malta from OTP to LEJ.
OTP is around 21 kilometres from central Bucharest. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour 35 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your travels? Stay near Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Bucharest to Leipzig/Halle Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
Of all flights leaving Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport, 71.27% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
About Leipzig/Halle Airport (LEJ)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Bucharest to Leipzig/Halle Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near LEJ instead:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Leipzig/Halle Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Alamo, Keddy By Europcar or Sixt and experience more of Leipzig and beyond.
For the lowest price, book your ride around one week ahead of your Bucharest to Leipzig/Halle Airport flight.
Getting from Leipzig/Halle Airport (LEJ) to central Leipzig
The centre of Leipzig is roughly 13 kilometres from Leipzig/Halle Airport. Travel times by car hire or cab will vary based on time of day, so do some research before your trip.
It takes around 30 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bucharest to Leipzig/Halle Airport (LEJ)
Right now, 79 € is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Bucharest to Leipzig/Halle Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is 177 €. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To snap up cheap flights from Bucharest to LEJ, book your plane ticket one month ahead of your planned departure.
Schedule your trip for June. That's the best month for scoring an awesome deal on Bucharest to Leipzig/Halle Airport tickets. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.
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The best time to fly from Bucharest to Leipzig/Halle Airport (LEJ)
July is the busiest month for flights from Bucharest to Leipzig/Halle Airport (LEJ). Plan your visit to Leipzig in February if you'd rather avoid peak season.
The warmest month in Leipzig is August, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Lock in your Bucharest to LEJ plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Bucharest to Leipzig/Halle Airport in January when temperatures are between -8ºC (18ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF).
More about Leipzig
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Leipzig right here. Browse these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Bucharest to Leipzig/Halle Airport:
There are loads of terrific things to do in Leipzig when you're ready to go sightseeing. Kick off your itinerary at Holocaust Memorial followed by Oper Leipzig and Museum of Fine Arts.
Explore more of Germany
You've done Leipzig, now it's time to explore other parts of Germany. Travel about 145 kilometres north-east to Berlin to tick off its top attractions. From Brandenburg Gate to Brandenburger Tor and Berlin Wall, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Hamburg is another sought-after destination in Germany and is around 290 kilometres north-west of Leipzig. No trip is complete without experiencing Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg.
