Travelling from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Bucharest Otopeni Airport (OTP): what you need to know
The timezone in Bucharest is UTC+2, which is ten hours ahead of San Francisco.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Show up at the airport on time to catch your SFO to OTP flight.
You can expect longer queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
If you'd like to include a stop along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from San Francisco International Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between SFO and OTP:
London Heathrow Airport
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
Frankfurt am Main Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Bucharest Otopeni Airport (OTP)
Currently, 271 € is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way San Francisco International Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is 518 €. Bear in mind that fares could change due to availability when booking.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from SFO to OTP if you book early. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird rates.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price in every month when searching for a flight from San Francisco International Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Airport.
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Handy information about San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
78% of flights leaving from San Francisco International Airport arrive at their destination on time.
To get to San Francisco International Airport from central San Francisco, it takes around 25 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 21 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip on public transport takes about 35 minutes.
Get your travels off to a stress-free start by staying near SFO. Whether you have an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Bucharest Otopeni Airport (OTP)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late San Francisco International Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near OTP instead:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Bucharest Otopeni Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Klass Wagen, Pricecarz or Surprice and experience the lesser-explored corners of Bucharest and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Bucharest Otopeni Airport about one week in advance boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Bucharest Otopeni Airport (OTP) to central Bucharest
Bucharest Otopeni Airport to central Bucharest has a drive time of around 30 minutes. It's approximately 16 kilometres away.
It typically takes 35 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Bucharest Otopeni Airport (OTP)
July is the most popular month for flights from San Francisco International Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Airport. For a quieter experience, go to Bucharest in March.
Lock in your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Airport for August if you'd like to go to Bucharest during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 17ºC (63ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from SFO to OTP in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -9ºC (16ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) on average.
Explore more of Romania
Iasi is just one of the many places in Romania waiting to be explored after you've experienced Bucharest. Around 322 kilometres away to the north, its top attractions include Galata Monastery, The Catholic Cathedral Saint Mary and Monastery of the Three Holy Hierarchs.
Around 322 kilometres north-west of Bucharest, Cluj-Napoca is another essential stop in Romania. No visit is complete without checking out St. Michael's Church, Museum Square and Romanian Orthodox Church of Transfiguration.