Flying from Phoenix to Bucharest: what you need to know
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX) is Phoenix's main airport. Check out your options for booking a flight from Phoenix to Bucharest jetting off from here.
Disembark at Bucharest's chief entry point, Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP).
Leave plenty of time to get on your Phoenix to Bucharest flight. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Delays at check-in and security are likely if you're jetting off during high season, so allow some extra wiggle room. A good rule of thumb for peak periods? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Phoenix to Bucharest
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap Phoenix to Bucharest flights if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird discounts.
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Flying from Phoenix
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to take a travel break — and possibly even explore a different city. When searching for Phoenix to Bucharest flights leaving from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Popular options include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Travelling from central Phoenix to PHX takes around 35 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 6 kilometres in 10 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want an easy start to your travels? Stay near Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Phoenix to Bucharest or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
82.57% of flights departing from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport land at their destination according to schedule. With its strong on-time stats, disruptions are unlikely when taking off from PHX.
The address for PHX is 3400 Sky Harbour Boulevard.
Arriving in Bucharest
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) to central Bucharest takes about 35 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 14 kilometres away.
It typically takes 1 hour 35 minutes to get there when travelling by public transport.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Phoenix to Bucharest. Reserve one of these accommodation options near OTP instead:
Grab a Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport rental car and explore Bucharest and beyond with your own wheels. Klass Wagen, Pricecarz and Surprice are well-known companies you can book with here.
Lock in the best rate by booking your vehicle from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport around one week ahead of your departure.
Best time to go to Bucharest
July is the busiest month for flights from Phoenix to Bucharest. To avoid the crowds, go to Bucharest in April.
Lock in a Phoenix to Bucharest ticket departing in August if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Bucharest to range from 17ºC (63ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Phoenix to Bucharest in January when temperatures average between -9ºC (16ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF).
More about Bucharest
Start your Bucharest trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Phoenix to Bucharest, explore our range of accommodation options including:
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. Museum of the Palace of the Parliament, Old Town and The Revolution Square Fountain are essential stops on your Bucharest itinerary.
Explore more of Romania
Iasi is just one of the many places in Romania waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Bucharest. Around 322 kilometres to the north, check out popular attractions including Palace of Culture, Saint Nicholas Church and Golia Monastery.
Cluj-Napoca is another sought-after destination in Romania and is around 322 kilometres north-west of Bucharest. No journey is complete without experiencing St. Michael's Church, Hoia Baciu Forest and Banffy Palace.