Flying from Porto Airport (OPO) to Bucharest: what you need to know
Approximately 4 hours 20 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Porto Airport to Bucharest.
The timezone in Bucharest is UTC+2. The city is two hours ahead of Porto, where Porto Airport is located.
Porto Airport (OPO) to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) is the most popular route. When searching for your flight, you can pick from three services each week between OPO and OTP.
Give yourself enough time to get on your OPO to Bucharest flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like August, it's wise to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during peak periods in general.
Begin your journey at OPO and fly straight to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP). That will be your arrival point when searching for Porto Airport to Bucharest tickets.
Keep your eyes peeled for offers from Wizz Air Malta. This carrier has direct flights from Porto Airport to Bucharest.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your journey and perhaps even explore a different city. When searching for plane tickets from OPO to Bucharest, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Some popular options include:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Nice Cote d'Azur Airport (NCE)
Travelling from central Porto to OPO takes around 30 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a taxi, you'll cover the 11 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Searching for a hotel near OPO? If you're boarding an early flight from Porto Airport to Bucharest, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
When it comes to Porto Airport's on-time performance, 75% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
How to find the cheapest flights from Porto Airport (OPO) to Bucharest
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Porto Airport to Bucharest flight is ₹ 5,239. The cheapest price for a return flight is ₹ 9,205. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from OPO to Bucharest, book as early as you can. Airlines generally offer the most competitive fares when flights first go on sale.
Finding cheap tickets from Porto Airport to Bucharest is easier if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to access the lowest prices across each month and bag a fantastic deal.
Save time looking for cheap flights from OPO to Bucharest by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when fares go down.
Save money on your flight from Porto Airport to Bucharest with the help of our filters. Select your ideal duration, departure time and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
Airports in Bucharest
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
The distance from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) to central Bucharest is roughly 16 kilometres. It takes around 30 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It takes around 35 minutes if you're using public transport.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Porto Airport to Bucharest. Check in to one of these accommodation options near OTP instead:
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport about one week before your flight from OPO to Bucharest.
Baneasa Airport (BBU)
Central Bucharest is around 8 kilometres from Baneasa Airport (BBU). Disembark your flight from Porto Airport to Bucharest and then keep an eye out for any airport signs that'll help you reach the city centre.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel near BBU. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your OPO to Bucharest flight:
Snap up a deal by reserving your ride from BBU two weeks in advance. You can also expect to have a wider range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Bucharest
January is the quietest month for flights from Porto Airport to Bucharest, while July is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to visit Bucharest based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Book a Porto Airport to Bucharest plane ticket with a departure in August if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 17ºC to 34ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between -9ºC and 8ºC. Look for a cheap ticket from OPO to Bucharest around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Bucharest
Once you've booked your flight from Porto Airport to Bucharest, choose a hotel that combines comfort with a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Bucharest:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to know where to start. Museum of the Palace of the Parliament, Caru' cu Bere and National Bank of Romania Museum are top sights 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 discovered after you've seen 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.
Around 322 kilometres northwest of Bucharest, Cluj-Napoca is another essential stop in Romania. Start your sightseeing at St. Michael's Church, Museum Square and Romanian Orthodox Church of Transfiguration.