Travelling from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) to Mexico City: what you need to know
The timezone in Mexico City is UTC-6. The city is eight hours behind Bucharest, where Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport is located.
Allow plenty of time to make your OTP to Mexico City flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Longer lines at check-in and security are more likely if you're jetting off during high season, so give yourself a little extra breathing room. A good general rule for peak times? Get there up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper plane ticket from OTP to Mexico City. All you need to do is deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these connecting airports:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
OTP is around 16 kilometres from central Bucharest. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour 35 minutes.
Looking for a hotel near OTP? If you're boarding an early flight from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Mexico City, these stays put the terminal practically at your doorstep:
Of the flights that depart from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport, 71.27% land on schedule at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) to Mexico City
372 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Mexico City flight. A return plane ticket right now is 675 €. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares can change.
Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap flight from OTP to Mexico City. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the nearer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across each month when searching for a Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Mexico City ticket.
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Airports in Mexico City
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to the centre of Mexico City takes around 25 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 8 kilometres away.
It'll take around 55 minutes to get there using public transport.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Mexico City, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near MEX:
Hit the road running by picking up a Benito Juarez International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from INFINITY RENT, MEX or America and explore beyond Mexico City's main sights.
Booking your ride from Benito Juarez International Airport about four weeks in advance of your flight from OTP to Mexico City can help you secure the lowest rate.
Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU)
Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU) is about 40 kilometres from central Mexico City. After your flight from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Mexico City, it'll take you around 55 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
The journey will take roughly 1 hour 45 minutes on public transport.
Verticca Hotel is one accommodation option within a short drive of NLU. Make yourself at home here after your OTP to Mexico City flight and then hang the 'Do not disturb' sign to enjoy some uninterrupted rest.
Forget about public transport timetables or waiting forever for a cab. Grab a Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport rental car and let the journey unfold your way. Compare rates and availability from Europcar, MEX and Keddy By Europcar.
Get exactly what you want. Securing your ride from NLU one week ahead of time often means better deals and a wider selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Mexico City
Carefully consider your trip dates before locking in your flight from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Mexico City. The city comes alive during high season, but hotel prices are generally higher and major attractions can get busy. Visit Mexico City in low season if you like a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Mexico City is April, with temperatures ranging between 10ºC (50ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Lock in your Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Mexico City plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from OTP to Mexico City in January when temperatures average between 6ºC (43ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF).
More about Mexico City
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Mexico City right here. Explore these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Mexico City:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to figure out where to start. Chapultepec Park, Zocalo and National Museum of Anthropology are highlights which should be on every Mexico City itinerary.
Explore more of Mexico
You've seen Mexico City, now it's time to explore other parts of Mexico. Travel around 467 kilometres west to Guadalajara to check off its top attractions. From Teatro Degollado to Portales Tlaquepaque Park and Zoologico Guadalajara, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If you're looking to explore another major stop in Mexico, head for Puebla, about 105 kilometres south-east of Mexico City. Mirador de Los Fuertes, Cuexcomate and Street of Candies are the start of reasons to visit.