Flying from Santorini International Airport (JTR) to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Santorini International Airport to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 1 hour 50 minutes.
Santorini (Thira) and Bucharest follow the same timezone, UTC+2.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your JTR to OTP flight.
Flying during a peak time like July? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Travelling to Bucharest (and then seeing more of Romania!) is a snap with Wizz Air Malta. This popular airline has direct flights from Santorini International Airport to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport.
Most passengers choose to travel with Wizz Air Malta on this route.
If you'd like to explore another city along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Santorini International Airport to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between JTR and OTP:
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport
Thessaloniki International Airport
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Santorini International Airport (JTR) to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
Right now, 25 € is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Santorini International Airport to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is 76 €. Bear in mind that fares could change due to availability when booking.
To pick up cheap tickets from JTR to OTP, book your trip seven months ahead of your departure date.
The cheapest month for flights from Santorini International Airport to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have flexible travel dates.
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Handy information about Santorini International Airport (JTR)
Santorini International Airport scores top marks for its on-time performance. 92.74% of flights that depart JTR arrive at their destination as scheduled.
Santorini International Airport is about 5 kilometres from central Santorini (Thira). If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Get your holiday off to a relaxed start by staying near JTR. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Santorini International Airport to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
If you're landing on a late Santorini International Airport to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing shortly after at one of these hotels near OTP:
Grab a Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport rental car and discover Bucharest and beyond with your own wheels. Klass Wagen, Pricecarz and Surprice are top providers you can book with here.
To get the lowest price, book your ride from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport around one week before you travel.
Getting from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) to central Bucharest
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to the centre of Bucharest has a drive time of about 35 minutes. It's approximately 21 kilometres away.
It typically takes 1 hour 35 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Santorini International Airport to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Bucharest. If you like a more laid-back vibe, go in April.
When booking your flight from Santorini International Airport to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Bucharest, with temperatures ranging from 17ºC (63ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from JTR to OTP in January. Average temperatures are between -9ºC (16ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) then.
Explore more of Romania
You've seen Bucharest, now it's time to explore more of Romania. Travel about 322 kilometres north to Iasi to tick off its leading attractions. From Palace of Culture to Saint Nicholas Church and Golia Monastery, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Cluj-Napoca is another must-experience destination in Romania and is around 322 kilometres north-west of Bucharest. No journey is complete without dropping by St. Michael's Church, Hoia Baciu Forest and Banffy Palace.