Travelling from Rome to Bucharest: what you need to know
Start your holiday planning by considering where you'll catch your flight from Rome to Bucharest. Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO) and Rome Ciampino Airport (CIA) are the main airports in Rome.
When working out where to arrive in Bucharest, Bucharest Otopeni Airport (OTP) and Bucharest Baneasa Airport (BBU) are the major entry points.
The average time for a direct Rome to Bucharest flight is 2 hours 10 minutes.
Bucharest's timezone is UTC+2, making Bucharest one hour ahead of Rome.
The busiest route for flights from Rome to Bucharest is from Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to Bucharest Otopeni Airport (OTP). Choose from 19 services every week between these two airports. If you'd like to be on your way as soon as possible, the earliest flight from FCO to OTP is the 08:05 Wizz Air Malta service. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the last scheduled departure is at 23:55 with Wizz Air Malta.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your Rome to Bucharest flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rome to Bucharest
To find cheap Rome to Bucharest flights, book ahead. Airlines typically offer lower fares when tickets are first released.
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Flying from Rome
Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
You can book a direct flight from Rome to Bucharest jetting off from Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO). Begin your trip at FCO and come in for landing at Bucharest Otopeni Airport (OTP).
You'll have your pick of airlines that offer direct Rome to Bucharest plane tickets out of FCO. Let one of these carriers take you there:
Think about adding a stopover to potentially save on your Rome to Bucharest flight. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Rome Fiumicino Airport. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these airports:
Vienna Airport (VIE)
Tirana Airport (TIA)
Bologna International Airport (BLQ)
FCO is around 23 kilometres from central Rome. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 40 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 30 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Rome to Bucharest? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near Rome Fiumicino Airport:
Of all flights leaving Rome Fiumicino Airport, 78% touch down on time at their destination.
Rome Ciampino Airport (CIA)
You can book a direct flight from Rome to Bucharest departing Rome Ciampino Airport (CIA). Nonstop services from CIA will get you to Bucharest Otopeni Airport (OTP).
Book a direct Rome to Bucharest plane ticket with Ryanair. This is one of the leading airlines that operates this route out of CIA.
Break up your Rome to Bucharest flight with a stop so you can recharge or perhaps go somewhere you've never been before. Some great stopovers between Rome Ciampino Airport and Bucharest are:
London Stansted Airport (STN)
Budapest Airport (BUD)
Prague Airport (PRG)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Rome to CIA in around 20 minutes. The terminal is roughly 14 kilometres away. Driving will take you about 20 minutes.
You're off on holiday, so why not spend another night away? Consider kicking back in one of these hotels near Rome Ciampino Airport the day before your flight from Rome to Bucharest:
Rome Ciampino Airport has earned its reputation for punctuality. 86% of flights leaving here land precisely when expected.
Arriving in Bucharest
Bucharest Otopeni Airport (OTP)
The distance from Bucharest Otopeni Airport (OTP) to central Bucharest is approximately 16 kilometres. It'll take you around 30 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 35 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Rome to Bucharest, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near OTP:
Follow your own route with a Bucharest Otopeni Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Klass Wagen, Pricecarz or Surprice and see more of Bucharest and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Bucharest Otopeni Airport about one week in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Bucharest Baneasa Airport (BBU)
The centre of Bucharest is approximately 8 kilometres from Bucharest Baneasa Airport (BBU). After your flight from Rome to Bucharest has touched down and you've navigated your way to arrivals, expect a drive of around 20 minutes.
If you travel by public transport, you'll reach the centre in 35 minutes or so.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and rest at a hotel near BBU. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your flight from Rome to Bucharest:
Forget about public transport schedules or taxi lines. Grab a Bucharest Baneasa Airport rental car and go in any direction that inspires you. Compare availability and rates from Wheego, Abbycar and ecovia.
Get the pick of the lot. Reserving your ride from BBU two weeks in advance often means lower prices and a wider selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Bucharest
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Rome to Bucharest. July is the busiest month to visit Bucharest. If you like a quieter atmosphere, go in March.
The warmest month in Bucharest is August, with temperatures ranging between 17ºC (63ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Book your Rome to Bucharest ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Rome to Bucharest in January when temperatures average between -9ºC (16ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF).
More about Bucharest
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Bucharest right here. Check out these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from Rome to Bucharest:
Caru' cu Bere and Museum of the Palace of the Parliament are a couple of leading attractions to add to your Bucharest must-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at National Bank of Romania Museum.
Explore more of Romania
Bucharest has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Romania you should also see. About 322 kilometres north of Bucharest, a visit to Iasi will keep you on the move. Start with leading attractions like 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.