Travelling from Rome to Bucharest: what you need to know
Begin planning your holiday by considering where you'll board your flight from Rome to Bucharest. Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) and Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA) are the main airports in Rome.
Disembark at Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP), the major arrival point in Bucharest.
Book a direct Rome to Bucharest flight and you'll be travelling for an average of 2 hours 10 minutes.
Bucharest's timezone is UTC+2, making Bucharest one hour ahead of Rome.
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) is the most popular route between these two cities. There are 22 weekly departures to choose from. If you prefer starting your day later, the last flight from Rome to Bucharest is with Wizz Air Malta at 23:55. Choose the first FCO to OTP departure with Wizz Air Malta at 08:05 to maximise your time in Bucharest.
For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This leaves you with plenty of time to board your Rome to Bucharest flight.
During popular months such as August, it's best to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rome to Bucharest
ر.ق. 64 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Rome to Bucharest. Return flights start from ر.ق. 127. These prices can change based on demand and availability.
Book two months before you want to fly. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap Rome to Bucharest flights.
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Flying from Rome
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
If you're searching for a direct flight from Rome to Bucharest, you can leave from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO). Get from FCO to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) in one seamless journey.
Top airlines that offer direct Rome to Bucharest plane tickets from FCO include:
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your trip — and maybe even tour another city. When searching for Rome to Bucharest flights leaving from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Here are some popular options to consider:
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ)
Tirana International Airport (TIA)
Located around 23 kilometres from central Rome, FCO can be reached in about 40 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport is roughly 50 minutes.
After a relaxed start to your travels? Stay near Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport. Whether you're taking an early flight from Rome to Bucharest or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
Of the flights that depart from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport, 70.57% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA)
Rather start your trip at Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA)? This popular hub offers nonstop flights from Rome to Bucharest, seamlessly connecting you to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP).
Ryanair offers direct Rome to Bucharest plane tickets from CIA. Book your preferred window (or aisle) seat and reach your destination in one go.
Get the most out of your holiday with a stopover on your Rome to Bucharest flight. Visit family or friends or tick another city off your list. Whatever you choose to do, check out these options between Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport and Bucharest:
Stansted Airport (STN)
Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)
Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG)
CIA is around 13 kilometres from central Rome. It'll take you 40 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 40 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before your flight from Rome to Bucharest? Relax in a hotel near Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport before your holiday officially starts. Stay at one of these accommodation options:
73% of all departures from Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport meet their expected arrival time.
Arriving in Bucharest
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) to central Bucharest takes around 35 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 14 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre on public transport will take you around 1 hour 35 minutes.
Consider staying in a hotel near OTP if you're coming in on a late flight from Rome to Bucharest. Select one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Travel at your own pace with a Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Klass Wagen, Pricecarz or Surprice and find adventure across Bucharest and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport around one week in advance can help you secure the lowest rate.
Best time to go to Bucharest
July is the busiest month for flights from Rome to Bucharest. To steer clear of the crowds, go to Bucharest in April.
Book a Rome to Bucharest ticket departing in August if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Bucharest to range from 17ºC to 33ºC.
January has average temperatures of between -9ºC and 8ºC. Search for cheap flights from Rome to Bucharest around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Bucharest
Once you've booked your flight from Rome to Bucharest, take your pick from prime hotels that put you close to the action. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Bucharest:
Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. Museum of the Palace of the Parliament, Old Town and The Revolution Square Fountain are must-visits when exploring Bucharest.
Explore more of Romania
You've done Bucharest, now it's time to discover other corners of Romania. Journey around 322 kilometres north to Iasi to tick off its top sights. From Palace of Culture to Saint Nicholas Church and Golia Monastery, there's plenty to keep you busy.
If you're ready to explore another corner of Romania, consider Cluj-Napoca, roughly 322 kilometres north-west of Bucharest. St. Michael's Church, Hoia Baciu Forest and Banffy Palace are key reasons to visit.
