Flying from Milan to Bucharest: what you need to know
Organising your flight from Milan to Bucharest begins with finding the right airport to kick off your trip. Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP), Milan Bergamo Airport (BGY) and Milan Linate Airport (LIN) are the main departure points in Milan.
Touch down in Bucharest at Bucharest Otopeni Airport (OTP) or Bucharest Baneasa Airport (BBU).
Around 2 hours 15 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct Milan to Bucharest flight.
Bucharest is one hour ahead of Milan and follows the UTC+2 timezone.
Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Bucharest Otopeni Airport (OTP) is the most popular route. When booking your flight from Milan to Bucharest, you can select from 15 services each week between MXP and OTP.
Leave plenty of time to make your Milan to Bucharest flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during high season in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Milan to Bucharest
Booking in advance is often the key to locking in a cheap Milan to Bucharest flight. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
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Flying from Milan
Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP)
You can catch a direct flight from Milan to Bucharest departing from Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP). Begin your trip at MXP and arrive at Bucharest Otopeni Airport (OTP).
You can choose from a range of carriers offering direct Milan to Bucharest plane tickets with departures from MXP, including:
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your journey — and maybe even tour another city. When browsing Milan to Bucharest flights departing from Milan Malpensa Airport, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Consider one of these popular options:
Munich Airport (MUC)
Vienna Airport (VIE)
Budapest Airport (BUD)
The journey from central Milan to MXP takes about 50 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 40 kilometres in 50 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
After a leisurely start to your holiday? Stay near Milan Malpensa Airport. Whether you're taking an early flight from Milan to Bucharest or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
Of the departures from Milan Malpensa Airport, 76% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Milan Bergamo Airport (BGY)
Direct flights from Milan to Bucharest operate out of Milan Bergamo Airport (BGY), so consider taking off from this popular hub. BGY has nonstop connections to Bucharest Otopeni Airport (OTP) and Bucharest Baneasa Airport (BBU).
From BGY, you can lock in a direct Milan to Bucharest plane ticket with Ryanair.
Visit family or friends or just take a moment to stretch your legs with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your Milan to Bucharest flight, here's where you can stop when taking off from Milan Bergamo Airport:
Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Vienna Airport (VIE)
Iasi Airport (IAS)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Milan to BGY in around 1 hour. The airport is roughly 48 kilometres away. Driving will take you about 50 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before catching your flight from Milan to Bucharest? Unwind in a hotel near Milan Bergamo Airport before your trip officially begins. Check out these accommodation options:
As far as flight punctuality goes, Milan Bergamo Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 75%.
Milan Linate Airport (LIN)
You can reserve a ticket from Milan to Bucharest with one or more stops out of Milan Linate Airport (LIN). These are some of the most popular stopovers between LIN and Bucharest:
Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA)
Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Naples International Airport (NAP)
From central Milan, LIN is around 8 kilometres away. It takes roughly 20 minutes to arrive by car and 30 minutes or so if you use public transport.
Sleep a little longer, move a little slower, and still make your Milan to Bucharest flight with plenty of time to spare. These hotels near Milan Linate Airport make departure day effortless if you're flying out early:
With 83% of its departing flights arriving on time, LIN is a dependable starting point for your adventure.
Arriving in Bucharest
Bucharest Otopeni Airport (OTP)
Bucharest Otopeni Airport (OTP) is approximately 16 kilometres from central Bucharest. If you're catching a taxi or a ride-share, the drive takes around 30 minutes.
Travelling to the centre on public transport will take you around 35 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Milan to Bucharest, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these accommodation options near OTP:
Grab a Bucharest Otopeni Airport rental car and explore Bucharest and beyond with your own wheels. Klass Wagen, Pricecarz and Surprice are well-known companies you can book with here.
To get the lowest price, book your vehicle from Bucharest Otopeni Airport around one week in advance of your Milan to Bucharest flight.
Bucharest Baneasa Airport (BBU)
Bucharest Baneasa Airport (BBU) is about 8 kilometres from central Bucharest. After your flight from Milan to Bucharest, it'll take you approximately 20 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or taxi.
If you hop on public transport, the ride to the centre will take you 35 minutes or so.
After your flight from Milan to Bucharest, unwind at a hotel close to BBU. These are some great options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
The quickest way to get to where you're going is with a Bucharest Baneasa Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Wheego, Abbycar or ecovia and set off in the blink of an eye.
Get first dibs on the best options. Securing your ride from BBU two weeks in advance often means more savings and a greater selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Bucharest
It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from Milan to Bucharest. July is the busiest month to travel to Bucharest. If you like a quieter vibe, go in March.
When booking your Milan to Bucharest tickets, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Bucharest, with temperatures ranging from 17ºC (63ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -9ºC (16ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF). Search for cheap flights from Milan to Bucharest around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Bucharest
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Bucharest right here. Explore these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Milan to Bucharest:
Caru' cu Bere and Museum of the Palace of the Parliament are just two of the top attractions to put on your Bucharest to-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out National Bank of Romania Museum.
Explore more of Romania
Iasi is just one of the many cities in Romania waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Bucharest. Around 322 kilometres to the north, its top attractions include Galata Monastery, The Catholic Cathedral Saint Mary and Monastery of the Three Holy Hierarchs.
If you want to check out another well-known destination in Romania, head for Cluj-Napoca, about 322 kilometres northwest of Bucharest. Saint Michael’s Church, Museum Square and Romanian Orthodox Church of Transfiguration are highlights.
