Travelling from London Southend Airport (SEN) to Bucharest: what you need to know
The timezone in Bucharest is UTC+2. The city is two hours ahead of London, where London Southend Airport is located.
Leave plenty of time to catch your SEN to Bucharest flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're jetting off during a bank holiday or another peak period, give yourself more time. A good general rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at security and check-in will be longer.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially score a cheaper flight ticket from SEN to Bucharest. All you need to do is uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Give yourself a breather (and maybe even a better deal) by stopping at one of these connection hubs:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Malaga Airport (AGP)
SEN is about 56 kilometres from central London. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 1 hour 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour 45 minutes.
In search of a hotel close to SEN? If you're catching an early flight from London Southend Airport to Bucharest, these accommodation options will get you from your pillow to the plane in no time:
77.91% of flights that depart London Southend Airport reach their destination on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from London Southend Airport (SEN) to Bucharest
The lowest price we've found for a one-way London Southend Airport to Bucharest flight is ₹ 6,634. The cheapest price for a return flight is ₹ 15,529. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to pick up cheap flights from SEN to Bucharest if you book ahead. Airlines often have some amazing early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest tickets from London Southend Airport to Bucharest across each month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
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Airports in Bucharest
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) to central Bucharest takes about 35 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 21 kilometres away.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 35 minutes.
Book a hotel close to OTP if you have a late flight from London Southend Airport to Bucharest. Check in to one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
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Reserving your ride from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport about one week before your flight from SEN to Bucharest can help you secure the lowest rate.
Best time to go to Bucharest
Before scheduling your flights from London Southend Airport to Bucharest, consider which time of year works best for you. High season in Bucharest offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty of activities, while low season means you'll get cheaper hotel rates and smaller crowds.
The warmest month in Bucharest is August, with temperatures ranging between 17ºC and 33ºC. Book your London Southend Airport to Bucharest flight ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
January sees average temperatures of between -9ºC and 8ºC. Search for a cheap ticket from SEN to Bucharest around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Bucharest
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Bucharest right here. Browse these hotels after locking in your flight from London Southend Airport to Bucharest:
Old Town and Museum of the Palace of the Parliament are just the start of the big attractions to put on your Bucharest to-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out 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 explored. About 322 kilometres north of Bucharest, a trip to Iasi will keep your itinerary busy. Start with 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. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at St. Michael's Church, Hoia Baciu Forest and Banffy Palace.