Travelling from Bucharest Otopeni Airport (OTP) to Miami International Airport (MIA): what you need to know
The timezone in Miami is UTC-5, which is seven hours behind Bucharest.
Leave enough time to catch your OTP to MIA flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak time such as July? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues and delays at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Bucharest Otopeni Airport to Miami International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Check out these options between OTP and MIA:
London Heathrow Airport
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Handy information about Bucharest Otopeni Airport (OTP)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Bucharest Otopeni Airport, 78% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Bucharest Otopeni Airport is about 16 kilometres from central Bucharest. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a journey time of roughly 35 minutes when using public transport.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to OTP? If you're catching an early flight from Bucharest Otopeni Airport to Miami International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Miami International Airport (MIA)
Consider staying in a hotel close to MIA if you're catching a late Bucharest Otopeni Airport to Miami International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Pick up a Miami International Airport rental car and explore Miami and beyond with your own set of wheels. A&G Car Rental, MLC and Dollar are top outlets you can book with here.
For the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Miami International Airport around one week before your trip.
Getting from Miami International Airport (MIA) to central Miami
MIA is located at 4200 N.W. 21 Street.
Miami International Airport to central Miami has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 11 kilometres away.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 35 minutes.
When to fly to Miami International Airport (MIA)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Bucharest Otopeni Airport to Miami International Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Miami. If you prefer a more laid-back vibe, go in September.
When booking your flight from Bucharest Otopeni Airport to Miami International Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Miami, with the temperature ranging from 27ºC (81ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from OTP to MIA in January. Average temperatures are between 15ºC (59ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF) then.
Explore more of the United States
Miami has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of the United States you'll want to see. Around 338 kilometres north-west of Miami, a visit to Tampa will keep you on the go. Check out popular attractions like Busch Gardens Tampa, The Florida Aquarium and ZooTampa at Lowry Park.
If you're interested in discovering another major stop in the United States, head for Orlando, about 338 kilometres north of Miami. Hogwarts, Universal's Islands of Adventure and Jurassic world are among its highlights.