Flying from London Luton Airport (LTN) to Bucharest: what you need to know
Book a direct flight from London Luton Airport to Bucharest and you'll be travelling for around 3 hours 30 minutes.
London Luton Airport is located in London. Based in the UTC+2 timezone, Bucharest is two hours ahead of London.
With 28 weekly flights between the two airports, London Luton Airport (LTN) to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) is the most popular route. Wizz Air Malta operates the earliest flight at 08:05. If you'd like to get more out of your day before you fly, the latest flight from LTN to OTP is with Dan Air at 22:35.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your LTN to Bucharest flight.
If you're flying during a major holiday or another peak period, allow for even more time. A good general rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Security and check-in lines will be longer.
Start your trip at LTN and travel straight to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP). That will be your arrival point when searching for London Luton Airport to Bucharest tickets.
Wizz Air Malta is a well-known carrier that offers direct flights from London Luton Airport to Bucharest.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially land a cheaper flight ticket from LTN to Bucharest. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your journey by stopping at one of these connection hubs:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
Travelling from central London to LTN takes about 1 hour 20 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 48 kilometres in 1 hour 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Planning to catch an early flight from London Luton Airport to Bucharest? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays near LTN:
72.75% of flights that take off from London Luton Airport reach their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from London Luton Airport (LTN) to Bucharest
RM108 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way London Luton Airport to Bucharest flight. A return flight ticket right now is RM218. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Book two months before flying. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from LTN to Bucharest.
Schedule your trip for June. That's the best month for scoring an incredible deal on London Luton Airport to Bucharest tickets. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to access the lowest price across each month.
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Airports in Bucharest
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) is around 21 kilometres from the centre of Bucharest. If you're grabbing a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 35 minutes.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes about 1 hour 35 minutes.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from London Luton Airport to Bucharest. Stay at one of these accommodation options near OTP instead:
Pick up a Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport rental car and discover Bucharest and beyond with your own set of wheels. Klass Wagen, Pricecarz and Surprice are top outlets you can book with here.
Reserving your ride from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport around one week ahead of your flight from LTN to Bucharest can help you lock in the lowest rate.
Best time to go to Bucharest
Carefully consider your dates before booking your flight from London Luton Airport to Bucharest. The city buzzes during high season, but hotel prices are often higher and top attractions can be crowded. Visit Bucharest in the off-season if you like a more relaxed vibe.
Before booking a London Luton Airport to Bucharest flight ticket, think about the weather you're most comfortable in. August is the warmest month in Bucharest, with temperatures ranging from 17ºC (63ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from LTN to Bucharest in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -9ºC (16ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) on average.
More about Bucharest
Once you've booked your flight from London Luton Airport to Bucharest, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Bucharest:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. Old Town, Museum of the Palace of the Parliament and The Revolution Square Fountain are major attractions which should be on any good Bucharest itinerary.
Explore more of Romania
Bucharest has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Romania you should also see. Around 322 kilometres north of Bucharest, a trip to Iasi will keep you on the move. Check out popular attractions like Palace of Culture, Saint Nicholas Church and Golia Monastery.
Cluj-Napoca is another favourite destination in Romania and is around 322 kilometres north-west of Bucharest. No trip is complete without visiting St. Michael's Church, Hoia Baciu Forest and Banffy Palace.