Travelling from Perth Airport (PER) to Bucharest: what you need to know
The timezone in Bucharest is UTC+2. The city is six hours behind Perth, where Perth Airport is located.
To avoid missing your PER to Bucharest flight, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during peak periods in general.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially unlock a cheaper plane ticket from PER to Bucharest. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these airports:
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
The journey from central Perth to PER takes around 30 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 10 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Looking for a hotel close to PER? If you've booked an early flight from Perth Airport to Bucharest, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
73.04% of flights that leave from Perth Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Perth Airport (PER) to Bucharest
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Perth Airport to Bucharest flight is RM1,945. The cheapest price for a return flight is RM3,943. Bear in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from PER to Bucharest. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more it could cost you.
Scoring cheap tickets from Perth Airport to Bucharest is easier if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Try using the 'Whole month' function to get the lowest prices throughout the month and land an awesome deal.
Picking up a cheap flight from PER to Bucharest is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic notifications and we'll notify you as soon as a new discount appears.
Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Perth Airport to Bucharest by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best.'
Airports in Bucharest
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
The distance from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) to central Bucharest is roughly 21 kilometres. It'll take you about 35 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It typically takes 1 hour 35 minutes to get there by public transport.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Perth Airport to Bucharest, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these accommodation options near OTP:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Klass Wagen, Pricecarz or Surprice and experience the lesser-explored corners of Bucharest and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport about one week in advance of your flight from PER to Bucharest can help you get the best possible rate.
Best time to go to Bucharest
Plan your trip to Bucharest during the high season if you like a busy atmosphere, but remember that prices are generally higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Perth Airport to Bucharest in the low season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.
The warmest month in Bucharest is August, with temperatures ranging between 17ºC (63ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Lock in your Perth Airport to Bucharest plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
Search for cheap tickets from PER to Bucharest in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -9ºC (16ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) on average.
More about Bucharest
Start your Bucharest trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Perth Airport to Bucharest, check out our selection of hotels including:
All great holidays should include some sightseeing. Old Town, Museum of the Palace of the Parliament and The Revolution Square Fountain are must-do's during your Bucharest adventure.
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 away to the north, well-known attractions include Palace of Culture, Saint Nicholas Church and Golia Monastery.
Cluj-Napoca is another well-known destination in Romania and is around 322 kilometres north-west of Bucharest. No trip is complete without experiencing St. Michael's Church, Hoia Baciu Forest and Banffy Palace.