Flying from Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW) to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Frederic Chopin Airport to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport is 1 hour 50 minutes.
Bucharest is one hour ahead of Warsaw and is in the UTC+2 timezone.
Flights from WAW to OTP start at 11:00 — the earliest with LOT - Polish Airlines. The latest departure is at 23:00 with LOT - Polish Airlines. Overall, you can take your pick of 33 weekly Frederic Chopin Airport to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport flights.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Be at the airport with enough time to board your WAW to OTP flight.
During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
LOT - Polish Airlines has direct flights from Frederic Chopin Airport to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to tick off the sights in Bucharest — and maybe even more of Romania if you have time.
The airline most travellers prefer to fly with on this route is LOT - Polish Airlines.
With 76.47% of its services landing on schedule, LOT - Polish Airlines is the most punctual carrier offering WAW to OTP flights.
How to find the cheapest flights from Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW) to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
₹ 3,209 is the lowest price for a one-way Frederic Chopin Airport to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport flight. Return flights start at ₹ 9,227. These fares can change depending on availability and demand.
Get cheap tickets from WAW to OTP by booking seven months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
June is the cheapest month for flights from Frederic Chopin Airport to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport. If you prefer to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
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Handy information about Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW)
Of all flights departing from Frederic Chopin Airport, 77.68% land on schedule at their destination.
Central Warsaw to Frederic Chopin Airport is around 8 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
The journey when using public transport typically takes 1 hour 10 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel close to WAW? If you're catching an early flight from Frederic Chopin Airport to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport, these stays will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
Consider staying in a hotel close to OTP if you're taking a late Frederic Chopin Airport to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport flight. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Klass Wagen, Pricecarz or Surprice to explore Bucharest and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport around one week ahead of your trip.
Getting from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) to central Bucharest
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport is approximately 21 kilometres from central Bucharest. Driving there takes about 35 minutes.
Travelling on public transport takes around 1 hour 35 minutes.
When to fly to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
The quietest month for a flight from Frederic Chopin Airport to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport is April, while July is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to visit Bucharest based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Before locking in your flight from Frederic Chopin Airport to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Bucharest, with the temperature ranging from 17ºC to 33ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from WAW to OTP in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -9ºC and 8ºC on average.
Explore more of Romania
Iasi is just one of the many cities in Romania waiting to be discovered once you've seen Bucharest. Around 322 kilometres away to the north, popular attractions include Palace of Culture, Saint Nicholas Church and Golia Monastery.
If there's time to check out another major stop in Romania, head for Cluj-Napoca, roughly 322 kilometres north-west of Bucharest. St. Michael's Church, Hoia Baciu Forest and Banffy Palace are key highlights.
