Flying from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) to Skopje International Airport (SKP): what you need to know
The timezone in Skopje is UTC+1, which is one hour behind Bucharest.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your OTP to SKP flight.
Traveling during a peak time such as July? School holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer queues at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Skopje International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here's where you can stop between OTP and SKP:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport
Frederic Chopin Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) to Skopje International Airport (SKP)
$37 is currently the best price for a one-way Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Skopje International Airport flight. Return flights start at $90. These fares may change depending on demand and availability.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from OTP to SKP, book ahead. Airlines typically offer lower prices when flights are first released.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll show you the lowest price in each month when searching for your flight from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Skopje International Airport.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from OTP to SKP by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Skopje International Airport.
Handy information about Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
71.27% of flights taking off from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport reach their destination on time.
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport is around 21 kilometers from central Bucharest. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the center, it'll take 35 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 35 minutes on public transport.
Taking an early flight from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Skopje International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to OTP:
Arriving at Skopje International Airport (SKP)
If you're getting in on a late Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Skopje International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be resting shortly after at one of these hotels near SKP:
Explore without limits with a Skopje International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from 387rentacar, Avant Car or Carwiz and experience more of Skopje and beyond.
Booking your ride from Skopje International Airport around three weeks ahead boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Skopje International Airport (SKP) to central Skopje
Skopje International Airport to the center of Skopje has a drive time of around 25 minutes. It's approximately 24 kilometers away.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.
When to fly to Skopje International Airport (SKP)
July is the busiest month for flights from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Skopje International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Skopje in February.
Before locking in your flight from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Skopje International Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Skopje, with the temperature ranging from 16ºC (61ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -8ºC (18ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF). Search for cheap tickets from OTP to SKP sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of North Macedonia
Bitola is just one of the many places in North Macedonia waiting to be explored once you've seen Skopje. Around 105 kilometers away to the south, check out popular attractions including Memorial Park Beit Haim-Monastir, Od Babam Bitola Odgleduvcnica za Sarplaninci and Park Karposh Bitola.
Kumanovo is another must-experience destination in North Macedonia and is around 29 kilometers north-east of Skopje. No journey is complete without experiencing MTB Road Cross Cycling Kumanovo, Pivo Park and Monument to the People's Revolution.