Flying from London City Airport (LCY) to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP): what you need to know
The timezone in Bucharest is UTC+2, which is two hours ahead of London.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your LCY to OTP flight.
During popular months like February, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during a peak period in general.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from London City Airport to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Top stopovers between LCY and OTP include:
Frankfurt Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from London City Airport (LCY) to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
102 € is the lowest price for a one-way London City Airport to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport flight. A return flight starts from 207 €. These prices may change based on demand and availability.
It's a good idea to book early if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from LCY to OTP. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from London City Airport to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport throughout the month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your dates are flexible.
Save time searching for cheap flights from LCY to OTP by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Select your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from London City Airport to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport.
Handy information about London City Airport (LCY)
74.57% of flights taking off from London City Airport land at their destination on time.
London City Airport is about 11 kilometres from central London. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The journey on public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
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Arriving at Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
If you're arriving on a late London City Airport to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these options near OTP:
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Getting from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) to central Bucharest
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport is approximately 21 kilometres from central Bucharest. The drive time takes around 35 minutes.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour 35 minutes.
When to fly to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from London City Airport to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Bucharest. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Bucharest is August, with the temperature ranging between 17ºC (63ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Book your flights from London City Airport to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from LCY to OTP in January. Average temperatures are between -9ºC (16ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) then.
Explore more of Romania
Bucharest is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Romania you should also see. Around 322 kilometres north of Bucharest, a visit to Iasi will keep you on the go. Start with popular sights like Palace of Culture, Saint Nicholas Church and Golia Monastery.
Around 322 kilometres north-west of Bucharest, Cluj-Napoca is another favourite stop in Romania. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to St. Michael's Church, Hoia Baciu Forest and Banffy Palace.