Flying from Bucharest to London City Airport (LCY): What you need to know
Bucharest's main base, Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP), is where many great holidays begin. Explore the options for leaving from here when booking your flight from Bucharest to London City Airport (LCY).
London is two hours behind Bucharest. London City Airport is located in London, which is in the UTC+0 timezone.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Bucharest to LCY. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
Travelling during a peak period like a bank holiday? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. Give yourself extra leeway and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Airports in Bucharest
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
We make it a piece of cake to book cheap flights from Bucharest to LCY with a stopover. To explore all the options leaving from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers between OTP and LCY include:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Zurich Airport (ZRH)
Located around 21 kilometres from central Bucharest, OTP can be reached in about 35 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport is roughly 1 hour 35 minutes.
Want a relaxed start to your holiday? Stay near Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Bucharest to London City Airport or aren't a fan of being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
When it comes to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport's on-time performance, 71.27% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
About London City Airport (LCY)
Have a late flight from Bucharest to London City Airport? Don't let it steal your sleep. Check in to one of these hotels near LCY and hit the pillow fast:
Follow your own route with a London City Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Green Motion, Europcar or Keddy By Europcar and discover more of London and beyond.
Booking your ride around one week ahead of your Bucharest to London City Airport flight can help you get a cheaper deal.
Getting from London City Airport (LCY) to central London
London City Airport to central London is around 10 kilometres. If you're renting a car or getting a cab, do a little research to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times can vary depending on traffic conditions and the time of day.
Travelling on public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bucharest to London City Airport (LCY)
Right now, RM448 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Bucharest to London City Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is RM941. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from Bucharest to LCY, book early. Airlines typically offer the most competitive fares when tickets are first released.
Affordable Bucharest to London City Airport tickets are easier to find when you have flexibility in your schedule. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares across each month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
There's no need to search every day to find out if prices have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's a better deal on plane tickets from Bucharest to LCY.
Tailor your travel plans using filters. Choose your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Bucharest to London City Airport.
The best time to fly from Bucharest to London City Airport (LCY)
February is the quietest month for flights from Bucharest to London City Airport (LCY), while June is the most popular. Work out the best time to visit London based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
When booking your Bucharest to LCY plane ticket, consider the kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in London, with temperatures ranging from 11ºC (52ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from Bucharest to London City Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF).
More about London
Start your London trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Bucharest to London City Airport, browse our range of hotels including:
There are so many things to explore in this city, it can be hard to figure out where to begin. The British Museum, Westminster Abbey and Big Ben are top attractions which should be on any good London itinerary.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
London is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of the United Kingdom waiting to be explored. About 177 kilometres north-west of London, a visit to Birmingham will keep your itinerary busy. Start with attractions like The Windsor Castle, Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery and Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre.
If you're ready to explore another major destination in the United Kingdom, head for Bristol, roughly 177 kilometres west of London. Banksey, Banksy's You Don't Need Planning Permission to Build Castles in the Sky and Clifton Suspension Bridge are key highlights.