Flying from Bucharest to Cork Airport (ORK): What you need to know
Bucharest's main base, Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP), is where many unforgettable trips begin. Explore your departure options from here for your flight from Bucharest to Cork Airport (ORK).
Cork is two hours behind Bucharest. Cork Airport is located in Cork, which operates on the UTC+0 timezone.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Bucharest to ORK. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
Peak travel periods mean busier airports, so aim to get there even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for an international journey to stay on schedule.
Airports in Bucharest
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your journey and maybe even tour another city. When searching for cheap flights from Bucharest to ORK departing from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to find all potential stops. Top options include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Bristol Airport (BRS)
Located around 21 kilometres from the centre of Bucharest, OTP can be reached in about 35 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 35 minutes.
In search of a comfortable hotel near Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Bucharest to Cork Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
71.27% of flights leaving from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport arrive at their destination on time.
About Cork Airport (ORK)
Have a late flight from Bucharest to Cork Airport? Don't let it hijack your sleep schedule. Check in to one of these hotels near ORK and be in snooze mode sooner:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Cork Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Easirent, Budget or Carhire and experience the lesser-explored corners of Cork and beyond.
Booking your ride around three weeks ahead of your Bucharest to Cork Airport flight can help you lock in a great deal.
Getting from Cork Airport (ORK) to central Cork
Cork Airport is about 5 kilometres from central Cork. The time it takes to get there in a cab or car hire will depend on the time of day. Do some research before you go.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 25 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bucharest to Cork Airport (ORK)
RM295 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Bucharest to Cork Airport. Return flights start from RM627. These prices can change depending on availability and demand.
To find cheap flights from Bucharest to ORK, book early. Airlines typically offer the most competitive fares when flights first go on sale.
If you have some flexibility with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price in every month when searching for your Bucharest to Cork Airport ticket.
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Find a cheap flight from Bucharest to Cork Airport by using the search filters. Choose your preferred times, airlines and number of stops, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Bucharest to Cork Airport (ORK)
August is the most popular month for flights from Bucharest to Cork Airport (ORK). Visit Cork in February for a quieter experience.
Lock in a Bucharest to ORK plane ticket departing in July if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Cork to range from 10ºC (50ºF) to 20ºC (68ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Bucharest to Cork Airport in January when temperatures are between 1ºC (34ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF).
More about Cork
Once you've booked your flight from Bucharest to Cork Airport, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Cork:
Your Cork trip won't be complete without checking out the sights. Attractions that should be on your list include Blarney Castle, Blarney Castle House(Teach Caisleán na Blarnan) and Blarney Stone.
Explore more of Ireland
Cork will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other parts of Ireland just waiting to be explored. Around 225 kilometres north-east of Cork, a visit to Dublin will keep your itinerary busy. Start with popular sights like Trinity College Library, Guinness Storehouse and St. Patrick's Cathedral.
Tallaght is another well-known destination in Ireland and is around 209 kilometres north-east of Cork. No trip is complete without dropping by St. Mark's Parish, Church of the Incarnation, Fettercairn and Roadstone Retail Belgard.