Travelling from Bucharest to Iasi International Airport (IAS): What you need to know
Your next big escape starts at Bucharest's main airport, Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP). Check out the options for booking a flight from Bucharest to Iasi International Airport (IAS) leaving from this terminal.
Hop on a direct Bucharest to Iasi International Airport flight and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 5 minutes.
Bucharest and Iasi (where Iasi International Airport is located) share the UTC+2 timezone. That means you won't need to change your watch on arrival.
The busiest route is from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) to Iasi International Airport (IAS), with 37 direct services every week. If you'd rather get moving right away, the earliest flight from OTP to IAS is the 6:50am TAROM service. If you're looking to take off later, the last departure is at 10:45pm with TAROM.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Bucharest to IAS. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
Travelling during a popular month like July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Bucharest
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
Get to your destination in one go from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP). Nonstop flights from Bucharest to Iasi International Airport (IAS) operate from here.
When departing from OTP, you can take a direct flight from Bucharest to Iasi International Airport with TAROM.
The preferred choice for passengers flying between OTP and IAS is TAROM.
With a dependable 87.1% of services arriving as planned, TAROM is the most punctual carrier on this route.
Located around 16 kilometres from central Bucharest, OTP can be reached in about 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport is roughly 35 minutes.
Looking for a comfortable hotel close to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Bucharest to Iasi International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
When it comes to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport's on-time performance, 78% of flights complete their journey on time.
Baneasa Airport (BBU)
From central Bucharest, BBU is approximately 8 kilometres away. When planning the quickest way to get there, check whether public transport is available or if it's more convenient to drive.
Got a crack-of-dawn departure? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near Baneasa Airport the day before your Bucharest to IAS flight:
Flights from Baneasa Airport have a reputation for punctuality, with 82% of them touching down as planned.
About Iasi International Airport (IAS)
Consider staying in a hotel near IAS if you're catching a late flight from Bucharest to Iasi International Airport. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Lock in the best deal by booking your vehicle around one week ahead of your Bucharest to Iasi International Airport flight.
Getting from Iasi International Airport (IAS) to central Iasi
Central Iasi is around 8 kilometres from Iasi International Airport and takes about 20 minutes to reach by car. Work out your options for getting into the city, whether that's with a car hire, taxi or ride-share.
Travelling by public transport takes roughly 30 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bucharest to Iasi International Airport (IAS)
₹ 3,725 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Bucharest to Iasi International Airport. A return flight starts at ₹ 8,527. These prices can change depending on availability.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Bucharest to IAS if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird discounts.
Cheap Bucharest to Iasi International Airport tickets are easier to find when you have flexibility in your schedule. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares across every month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Bucharest to Iasi International Airport (IAS)
Think about your travel style when deciding when to fly. February is the quietest month to go to Iasi. September is when most people book flights from Bucharest to Iasi International Airport (IAS), which may be ideal if you're chasing more excitement.
The warmest month in Iasi is August, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC and 32ºC. Lock in your Bucharest to IAS plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
January sees temperatures of between -9ºC and 8ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Bucharest to Iasi International Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Iasi
After booking your flight from Bucharest to Iasi International Airport, find a hotel that offers a good mix of location and comfort. Make one of these options your base for exploring Iasi:
There are so many things to discover in this city, it can be hard to know where to begin. Galata Monastery, The Catholic Cathedral Saint Mary and Monastery of the Three Holy Hierarchs are top sights which should be on every Iasi itinerary.
Explore more of Romania
Iasi has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Romania just waiting to be explored. About 193 kilometres south of Iasi, a trip to Galaţi will keep you busy. Start with leading sights like Faleza Dunării, "Saint Mary-Precista" Fortified Church and Church of Saint Spiridon.
Braşov is another sought-after destination in Romania and is around 225 kilometres southwest of Iasi. No trip is complete without visiting St. Peter's Church, Council Square and Tâmpa.