Flying from Bucharest to Rome: what you need to know
Planning your trip begins with figuring out where you'll leave from in Bucharest. Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) is the city's main base, so explore your options for reserving a flight from Bucharest to Rome departing from here.
Step off your plane in Rome at Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) or Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA).
Around 2 hours 10 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct Bucharest to Rome flight.
Rome's timezone is UTC+1, making Rome one hour behind Bucharest.
The busiest route for flights from Bucharest to Rome is from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO). You can select from 22 weekly services between these two airports. If you'd like to be on your way as soon as possible, the earliest flight from OTP to FCO is the 06:00 Wizz Air Malta service. If you prefer to travel later, the latest available service is at 22:10 with Wizz Air Malta.
Give yourself plenty of time to get on your Bucharest to Rome flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect longer lines in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bucharest to Rome
17 € is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Bucharest to Rome. A return flight starts from 39 €. These fares may change based on demand and availability.
Book two months before you want to travel. Research into pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap Bucharest to Rome flights.
Plan your trip for May. That's the best month for landing a great bargain on plane tickets from Bucharest to Rome. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.
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Flying from Bucharest
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
Start your trip at Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP), which offers multiple direct flights from Bucharest to Rome. From OTP, you can fly nonstop to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) or Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA).
Choose from a range of carriers offering direct Bucharest to Rome plane tickets with departures from OTP, including:
We make it a cinch to book a Bucharest to Rome flight with a stopover. To see your options leaving from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Top stopovers include:
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG)
Naples International Airport (NAP)
The journey from central Bucharest to OTP takes about 1 hour 35 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 16 kilometres in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
In search of a handy hotel near Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Bucharest to Rome, these stays will have you moments from your departure gate:
Of all flights leaving Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport, 71.27% arrive on time at their destination.
Arriving in Rome
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
The distance from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to central Rome is approximately 23 kilometres. It'll take you around 40 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Travelling to the centre by public transport takes about 50 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Bucharest to Rome. Check in to one of these accommodation options near FCO instead:
Grab a Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport rental car and explore Rome and beyond with your own set of wheels. Surprice, RentSmart24 and Noleggiare are top providers to choose from here.
Booking your vehicle from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport around three weeks in advance can help you get the lowest rate.
Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA)
The centre of Rome is approximately 14 kilometres from Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA). As soon as your flight from Bucharest to Rome has landed and you've navigated your way to arrivals, expect a drive of around 40 minutes.
Travelling by public transport will take around 1 hour 40 minutes.
You'll find some comfortable places to call home for the night near CIA. Settle in and get cosy after your Bucharest to Rome flight at one of these perfectly located options:
The quickest way to reach your destination is with a Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport rental car. Collect your wheels from RentSmart24, Sicily by Car or Surprice and be on your way in a flash.
Get the pick of the lot. Booking your ride from CIA one week in advance often means lower prices and a bigger choice of vehicles.
Best time to go to Rome
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Bucharest to Rome. August is the busiest month to travel to Rome. If you like a quieter vibe, go in January.
The warmest month in Rome is August, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Lock in your Bucharest to Rome ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
Search for cheap flights from Bucharest to Rome in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 2ºC (36ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF) on average.
More about Rome
Once you've booked your flight from Bucharest to Rome, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Rome:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. Colosseum, Trevi Fountain and Roman Forum are top sights which should feature on any well-planned Rome itinerary.
Explore more of Italy
Rome has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Italy just waiting to be explored. Around 483 kilometres north-west of Rome, a visit to Milan will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with popular sights like Grande Museo del Duomo di Milano, Milan Cathedral and The Last Supper Museum.
Around 193 kilometres south-east of Rome, Naples is another favourite stop in Italy. Start your sightseeing at National Archaeological Museum, Castel dell'Ovo and Royal Palace of Naples.