Travelling from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) to Montpellier Mediterranee Airport (MPL): what you need to know
Montpellier's timezone is UTC+1, making Montpellier one hour behind Bucharest.
To ensure you catch your OTP to MPL flight, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Flying during a peak month like July? School holidays and other popular periods can result in longer queues at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Take a detour to a new city or break up your flight with a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Montpellier Mediterranee Airport. Many travellers pass through Charles de Gaulle Airport when flying between OTP and MPL.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) to Montpellier Mediterranee Airport (MPL)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Montpellier Mediterranee Airport flight is 80 €. A round-trip plane ticket is currently 132 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
It's often best to book early if you're looking for cheap tickets from OTP to MPL. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price across the month when searching for a flight from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Montpellier Mediterranee Airport.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from OTP to MPL by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Montpellier Mediterranee Airport.
Handy information about Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
When it comes to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 71.27% of flights complete their journey on time.
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport is around 21 kilometres from central Bucharest. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The trip on public transport will take about 1 hour 35 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel near OTP? If you're boarding an early flight from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Montpellier Mediterranee Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Montpellier Mediterranee Airport (MPL)
If you're coming in on a late Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Montpellier Mediterranee Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these options near MPL:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Montpellier Mediterranee Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Keddy By Europcar, Alamo or Europcar and experience more of Montpellier and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by booking your ride from Montpellier Mediterranee Airport around two weeks before your trip.
Getting from Montpellier Mediterranee Airport (MPL) to central Montpellier
From Montpellier Mediterranee Airport, Montpellier is approximately 11 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It takes roughly 1 hour if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Montpellier Mediterranee Airport (MPL)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Montpellier Mediterranee Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Montpellier. If you like a more laid-back vibe, go in April.
When booking your flight from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Montpellier Mediterranee Airport, think about the type of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Montpellier, with the temperature ranging from 17ºC (63ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from OTP to MPL in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 3ºC (37ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF) on average.
Explore more of France
Montpellier is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of France you should also see. About 129 kilometres east of Montpellier, a visit to Marseille will keep you on the move. Start with attractions like Old Port of Marseille, Le Panier and Cathédrale La Major.
Lyon is another must-experience destination in France and is around 257 kilometres north of Montpellier. No trip is complete without visiting Basilique Notre-Dame de Fourviere, Musée des Confluences and Vieux Lyon - Saint-Jean - Saint-Georges.