Flying from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to Bucharest: what you need to know
Expect to be travelling for 3 hours 15 minutes. That's the average time for a direct flight from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Bucharest.
Bucharest is one hour ahead of Paris, where Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport is located. Bucharest runs on the UTC+2 timezone.
The most popular route is from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP). There are 36 services every week between these two airports. If you'd like to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from CDG to OTP is the 08:15 Air France option. If you prefer travelling later, the last departure is at 20:05 with Air France.
Allow plenty of time to catch your CDG to Bucharest flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
Start your trip at CDG and travel nonstop to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP). That's where you can expect to land when searching for Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Bucharest tickets.
You'll have your choice of carriers operating direct flights from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Bucharest. Get up and away with one of these:
Consider adding a stopover to potentially unlock a cheaper plane ticket from CDG to Bucharest. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Take a detour (and maybe pocket some savings) by stopping at one of these popular options:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
CDG is about 23 kilometres from central Paris. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 35 minutes.
Looking for a hotel near CDG? If you're catching an early flight from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Bucharest, these accommodation options will get you from your pillow to the plane in no time:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport, 65% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
You'll find CDG at 95711, Roissy Charles de Gaulle.
How to find the cheapest flights from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to Bucharest
₹ 5,253 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Bucharest flight. A round-trip plane ticket right now is ₹ 10,043. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To secure cheap flights from CDG to Bucharest, book your trip one month ahead of your departure date.
The best month for landing cheap Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Bucharest tickets is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare all available prices, then choose the dates with the lowest fares.
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Airports in Bucharest
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) is around 16 kilometres from the centre of Bucharest. If you're catching a taxi or a ride-share, the drive will take roughly 30 minutes.
Getting to the centre by public transport takes around 35 minutes.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Bucharest. Check in to one of these accommodation options near OTP instead:
Booking your ride from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport around one week before your flight from CDG to Bucharest can help you lock in the lowest rate.
Baneasa Airport (BBU)
If you're staying in central Bucharest (or just want to see the sights straight away), the city is around 8 kilometres from Baneasa Airport (BBU). Look for any information desks to get directions after hopping off your flight from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Bucharest.
Following your CDG to Bucharest flight, settle in at a hotel near BBU. These are some comfortable options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
Get what you want, not just what's left over. Securing your ride from BBU two weeks ahead of time often means better prices and a wider choice of vehicles.
Best time to go to Bucharest
July is the most popular month for flights from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Bucharest. To skip the crowds, head to Bucharest in January.
Before booking a Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Bucharest plane ticket, think about the weather you're most comfortable in. August is the warmest month in Bucharest, with temperatures ranging from 17ºC to 34ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from CDG to Bucharest in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -9ºC and 8ºC on average.
More about Bucharest
Start your Bucharest trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Bucharest, check out our range of hotels including:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be difficult to know where to begin. Museum of the Palace of the Parliament, Caru' cu Bere and National Bank of Romania Museum are leading attractions which should feature on any well-planned 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 away to the north, top sights here include Galata Monastery, The Catholic Cathedral Saint Mary and Monastery of the Three Holy Hierarchs.
Cluj-Napoca is another must-experience destination in Romania and is around 322 kilometres northwest of Bucharest. No trip is complete without dropping by St. Michael's Church, Museum Square and Romanian Orthodox Church of Transfiguration.
