Flying from Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport (AUH) to Bucharest: what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport to Bucharest and you'll be in the air for around 4 hours 55 minutes.
Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport is located in Abu Dhabi. Based in the UTC+2 timezone, Bucharest is two hours behind Abu Dhabi.
The most popular flight route is from Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport (AUH) to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP). There are two services between these airports every week.
Leave enough time to get on your AUH to Bucharest flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
You can book a direct Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport to Bucharest ticket. Begin your trip at AUH and end it at Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP).
Etihad Airways is a popular carrier that offers direct flights from Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport to Bucharest.
We make it easy to book plane tickets from AUH to Bucharest with a stopover. To see your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Major stopovers include:
Istanbul Airport (IST)
Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
Cairo International Airport (CAI)
Located around 27 kilometres from the centre of Abu Dhabi, AUH can be reached in about 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic). Travelling on public transport will take roughly 1 hour.
Want a hassle-free start to your travels? Stay near AUH. Whether you've booked an early flight from Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport to Bucharest or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are all about convenience:
75% of flights that take off from Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport (AUH) to Bucharest
ر.ق. 417 is currently the best price for a one-way Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport to Bucharest flight. Return plane tickets start at ر.ق. 1,475. These fares can change depending on demand and availability.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to land cheap flights from AUH to Bucharest if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some great early bird deals.
Landing cheap tickets from Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport to Bucharest is easier if you're flexible with your travel dates. Try using the 'Whole month' function to access the best prices across each month and score an incredible deal.
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Airports in Bucharest
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) to central Bucharest takes around 30 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 16 kilometres away.
It typically takes 35 minutes if you're using public transport.
If you have a late flight from Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport to Bucharest, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near OTP:
Secure the lowest price by reserving your ride from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport around one week before your flight from AUH to Bucharest.
Baneasa Airport (BBU)
If you're staying in central Bucharest (or just want to start sightseeing straight away), the city is around 8 kilometres from Baneasa Airport (BBU). Look for any information kiosks to point you in the right direction after hopping off your flight from Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport to Bucharest.
Following your AUH to Bucharest flight, tuck yourself in at a hotel close to BBU. These are some great options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
Get exactly what you want. Booking your ride from BBU two weeks ahead of time often means more savings and a bigger choice of vehicles.
Best time to go to Bucharest
July is the most popular month for flights from Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport to Bucharest. To avoid the crowds, plan your trip to Bucharest in January.
The warmest month in Bucharest is August, with temperatures ranging between 17ºC and 34ºC. Lock in your Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport to Bucharest plane ticket then if that's the weather you find most pleasant.
Look for cheap tickets from AUH to Bucharest in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -9ºC and 8ºC on average.
More about Bucharest
Once you've booked your flight from Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport to Bucharest, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these options your base for exploring Bucharest:
Museum of the Palace of the Parliament and Caru' cu Bere are just the start of the top attractions to put on your Bucharest travel itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at National Bank of Romania Museum.
Explore more of Romania
Bucharest has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Romania just waiting to be discovered. Around 322 kilometres north of Bucharest, a visit to Iasi will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading sights like Galata Monastery, The Catholic Cathedral Saint Mary and Monastery of the Three Holy Hierarchs.
If there's time to check out another side of Romania, consider Cluj-Napoca, roughly 322 kilometres northwest of Bucharest. St. Michael's Church, Museum Square and Romanian Orthodox Church of Transfiguration are among the biggest draws.
