Travelling from Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC) to Bucharest: what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Alicante-Elche Airport to Bucharest and you'll be in the air for around 3 hours 45 minutes.
Bucharest is one hour ahead of Alicante, where Alicante-Elche Airport is located. Bucharest follows the UTC+2 timezone.
The busiest route is from Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC) to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP). Choose from five weekly services between these two airports. Wizz Air Malta offers a 10:05 departure between ALC and OTP.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your ALC to Bucharest flight.
If you're heading away during a bank holiday or another peak period, allow for even more time. A good rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at check-in and security will be longer.
Direct Alicante-Elche Airport to Bucharest tickets are available for booking. Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) is where you'll disembark.
Check out the promotions from Wizz Air Malta. This airline has direct flights from Alicante-Elche Airport to Bucharest.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling and maybe even visit a new city. When searching for flight tickets from ALC to Bucharest, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Top options include:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Palma de Mallorca Airport (PMI)
ALC is about 10 kilometres from central Alicante. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 45 minutes.
In search of a hotel close to ALC? If you're catching an early flight from Alicante-Elche Airport to Bucharest, these accommodation options set you up for a seamless send-off:
73.22% of flights leaving from Alicante-Elche Airport arrive at their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC) to Bucharest
The best price we've found for a one-way Alicante-Elche Airport to Bucharest flight is ₹ 3,209. The cheapest price for a return flight is ₹ 7,956. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Get cheap flights from ALC to Bucharest by booking two months ahead. Based on our research, that's the best time for finding a bargain.
Schedule your trip for June. That's the best month for scoring an epic deal on Alicante-Elche Airport to Bucharest tickets. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from ALC to Bucharest by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Alicante-Elche Airport to Bucharest.
Airports in Bucharest
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) is around 21 kilometres from the centre of Bucharest. If you're opting for a ride-share or a cab, the drive takes about 35 minutes.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 35 minutes.
Consider staying in a hotel near OTP if you have a late flight from Alicante-Elche Airport to Bucharest. Settle into one of these options and make your first night all about rest:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Klass Wagen, Pricecarz or Surprice and experience the lesser-explored corners of Bucharest and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by booking your ride from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport about one week before your flight from ALC to Bucharest.
Best time to go to Bucharest
Visit Bucharest during high season if you want a bustling atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices may be higher. Alternatively, book flights from Alicante-Elche Airport to Bucharest during low season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.
Book an Alicante-Elche Airport to Bucharest flight ticket with a departure in August if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 17ºC to 33ºC.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from ALC to Bucharest in January when temperatures average between -9ºC and 8ºC.
More about Bucharest
Once you've booked your flight from Alicante-Elche Airport to Bucharest, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Bucharest:
Old Town and Museum of the Palace of the Parliament are just a couple of the popular attractions to add to your Bucharest travel itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at The Revolution Square Fountain.
Explore more of Romania
Bucharest will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other parts of Romania just waiting to be discovered. About 322 kilometres north of Bucharest, a visit to Iasi will keep you on the move. Check out popular attractions like Palace of Culture, Saint Nicholas Church and Golia Monastery.
Around 322 kilometres north-west of Bucharest, Cluj-Napoca is another essential stop in Romania. Start your sightseeing at St. Michael's Church, Hoia Baciu Forest and Banffy Palace.