Travelling from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) to Transilvania Airport (TGM): what you need to know
Bucharest and Tirgu Mures share the UTC+2 timezone. This means you won't need to account for any time differences.
To ensure you catch your OTP to TGM flight, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
You can expect longer lines in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
Explore another city along the way or simply break up your flight with a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Transilvania Airport. Many travellers pass through Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport on this route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) to Transilvania Airport (TGM)
Right now, 62 € is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Transilvania Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is 226 €. Remember that fares may change due to demand when booking.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from OTP to TGM if you book early. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird discounts.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll show you the cheapest price in each month when searching for a flight from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Transilvania Airport.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from OTP to TGM by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Tailor your trip with filters. Select your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Transilvania Airport.
Handy information about Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
71.27% of flights that take off from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport reach their destination on time.
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport is about 21 kilometres from central Bucharest. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 35 minutes when using public transport.
Get your break off to a leisurely start by staying near OTP. Whether you have an early flight from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Transilvania Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Transilvania Airport (TGM)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Transilvania Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near TGM instead:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Transilvania Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Autonom, Auto-Union or EZ Rent A Car and explore beyond Tirgu Mures's usual tourist stops.
Get the best deal by booking your ride from Transilvania Airport about one week ahead of your departure.
Getting from Transilvania Airport (TGM) to central Tirgu Mures
From Transilvania Airport, Tirgu Mures is approximately 16 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour 15 minutes.
When to fly to Transilvania Airport (TGM)
The quietest month for a flight from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Transilvania Airport is February, while April is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Tirgu Mures based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
The warmest month in Tirgu Mures is August, with temperatures ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Lock in your flights from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Transilvania Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
Look for cheap tickets from OTP to TGM in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -12ºC (10ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) on average.
Explore more of Romania
Tirgu Mures is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Romania you'll want to see. Around 257 kilometres south-east of Tirgu Mures, a visit to Bucharest will keep your itinerary packed. Don't miss top attractions like Museum of the Palace of the Parliament, Old Town and Herastrau Park.
Iasi is another sought-after destination in Romania and is around 241 kilometres east of Tirgu Mures. No trip is complete without a visit to Palace of Culture, Saint Nicholas Church and Golia Monastery.
