Travelling from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP): what you need to know
Around 3 hours 50 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport.
Bucharest's timezone is UTC+2, which makes Bucharest one hour ahead of Madrid.
Each week, there are 29 Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport flights. To be on board early, pick the 05:45 Ryanair flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before you fly, the last flight is at 20:30 with Wizz Air Malta.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your MAD to OTP flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
You can expect longer lines in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
You'll find a range of airlines operating direct flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport. When you're ready to start your Bucharest holiday, let one of these carriers take you to this memorable corner of Romania:
The airline most travellers prefer to fly with on this route is Ryanair.
The most punctual carrier that offers MAD to OTP flights is Ryanair. Its services land as planned 71.19% of the time.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between MAD and OTP:
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport
Guglielmo Marconi Airport
Vienna International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
Currently, RM194 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is RM419. Keep in mind that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To score cheap tickets from MAD to OTP, book your journey six months before your departure date.
The cheapest month for flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have flexible travel dates.
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Handy information about Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
78.23% of flights leaving from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport is about 18 kilometres from central Madrid. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Catching public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
Get your travels off to a leisurely start by staying near MAD. Whether you have an early flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
If you're arriving on a late Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing shortly after at one of these hotels near OTP:
Follow your own route with a Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Klass Wagen, Pricecarz or Surprice and see more of Bucharest and beyond.
To get the lowest price, reserve your ride from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport around one week before you travel.
Getting from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) to central Bucharest
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport is roughly 21 kilometres from central Bucharest. Driving there takes about 35 minutes.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 35 minutes.
When to fly to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
The quietest month for a flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport is April, while July is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Bucharest based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Bucharest is August, with the temperature ranging between 17ºC (63ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Book your flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from MAD to OTP in January. Average temperatures are between -9ºC (16ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) then.
Explore more of Romania
Iasi is just one of the many cities in Romania waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of 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 destination in Romania, head for Cluj-Napoca, about 322 kilometres north-west of Bucharest. St. Michael's Church, Hoia Baciu Forest and Banffy Palace are among the biggest draws.