Travelling from Bucharest to Dubai International Airport (DXB): What you need to know
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) is Bucharest's main airport. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Bucharest to Dubai International Airport (DXB) taking off from here.
Around 4 hours 55 minutes is the typical travel time on a direct Bucharest to Dubai International Airport flight.
Dubai is two hours ahead of Bucharest. Dubai International Airport is located in Dubai, which follows the UTC+4 timezone.
With 20 direct flights a week between the two airports, Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) to Dubai International Airport (DXB) is the most popular route. Flydubai operates the earliest flight at 2:20am. If you'd like to get more out of your day before you fly, the latest departure from OTP to DXB is with flydubai at 11:05pm.
Your flight from Bucharest to DXB won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
You'll want to head there even earlier during popular months like July. Aim for two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international journeys. After checking in, you can use any extra time to grab something to eat or simply relax.
Airports in Bucharest
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
You can find a direct flight from Bucharest to Dubai International Airport (DXB) out of Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP).
When departing from OTP, you can take a direct flight from Bucharest to Dubai International Airport with flydubai.
The majority of passengers choose to book seats with flydubai between OTP and DXB.
The most punctual carrier on this route is flydubai. Its services land as scheduled 73.68% of the time.
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Bucharest to DXB. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP). Pause your trip (and maybe pocket some savings) with a stop at one of these airports:
Istanbul Airport (IST)
Doha Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Located around 16 kilometres from central Bucharest, OTP can be reached in about 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport is roughly 35 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your break? Stay near Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Bucharest to Dubai International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport, 78% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Baneasa Airport (BBU)
From central Bucharest, BBU is about 8 kilometres away. When working out the best way to get there, find out whether public transport is available or if driving is more convenient.
Start your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Bucharest to DXB flight, kick back in one of these hotels near Baneasa Airport:
The majority of flights that leave Baneasa Airport arrive at their destination as planned. It boasts a strong on-time performance rate of 82%.
About Dubai International Airport (DXB)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Bucharest to Dubai International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near DXB instead:
Lock in the best deal by reserving your vehicle around three weeks before your Bucharest to Dubai International Airport flight.
Getting from Dubai International Airport (DXB) to central Dubai
Dubai International Airport is around 14 kilometres from central Dubai. It takes around 20 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
Travelling by public transport takes about 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bucharest to Dubai International Airport (DXB)
At the moment, ر.ق. 363 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Bucharest to Dubai International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is ر.ق. 701. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Bucharest to DXB. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer your departure date, the more expensive your ticket may be.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest Bucharest to Dubai International Airport tickets across the month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
There's no need to check every day to find out if prices have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as a better deal is available on plane tickets from Bucharest to DXB.
Filters make it easier to scoop up a deal on your flight from Bucharest to Dubai International Airport. Choose the airlines, flight times and number of stops that check all your boxes. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to bring up the lowest fares right away.
The best time to fly from Bucharest to Dubai International Airport (DXB)
It's time to decide when to book your flight from Bucharest to Dubai International Airport (DXB). January is the busiest month to visit Dubai. If crowds aren't your thing, go in December.
The warmest month in Dubai is July, with temperatures ranging between 30ºC and 42ºC. Book your Bucharest to DXB plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
Search for cheap tickets from Bucharest to Dubai International Airport in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 14ºC and 25ºC.
More about Dubai
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Dubai right here. Browse these hotels after you've booked your flight from Bucharest to Dubai International Airport:
Your Dubai trip wouldn't be complete without a bit of sightseeing. Top attractions worth exploring include Burj Khalifa, Dubai Opera and Dubai Gold Souk.
Explore more of the United Arab Emirates
Dubai is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of the United Arab Emirates waiting to be explored. Around 129 kilometres southwest of Dubai, a visit to Abu Dhabi will keep you on the go. Don't miss top attractions like Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Mosque and Emirates Palace.
