Flying from Philadelphia to Bucharest: what you need to know
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) is Philadelphia's main airport. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Philadelphia to Bucharest jetting off from here.
Touch down at Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP), the primary gateway of Bucharest.
Bucharest is six hours ahead of Philadelphia and is in the UTC+2 timezone.
For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your Philadelphia to Bucharest flight.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
How to find the cheapest flights from Philadelphia to Bucharest
Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap Philadelphia to Bucharest flight. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely pay.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price in every month when looking for your plane ticket from Philadelphia to Bucharest.
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Flying from Philadelphia
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
We make it a cinch to book a Philadelphia to Bucharest flight with a stopover. To see the options leaving from Philadelphia International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply choose a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Major stopovers include:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE)
Located around 11 kilometers from the center of Philadelphia, PHL can be reached in about 15 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport is roughly 45 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Philadelphia to Bucharest? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near Philadelphia International Airport:
Of the departures from Philadelphia International Airport, 78.93% land on schedule at their destination.
The address for PHL is 8500 Essington Ave.
Arriving in Bucharest
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) to central Bucharest takes about 35 minutes by car. The center is roughly 14 kilometers away.
Traveling to the center on public transport will take you around 1 hour 35 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Philadelphia to Bucharest, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near OTP:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Klass Wagen, Pricecarz or Surprice and explore beyond Bucharest's usual tourist stops.
Reserving your ride from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport around one week in advance boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Best time to go to Bucharest
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Philadelphia to Bucharest. July is the most popular month to visit Bucharest. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in April.
Book a Philadelphia to Bucharest ticket departing in August if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Bucharest to range from 17ºC (63ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
If you like traveling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Philadelphia to Bucharest in January when temperatures average between -9ºC (16ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF).
More about Bucharest
Start your Bucharest trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Philadelphia to Bucharest, explore our range of hotels including:
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. Museum of the Palace of the Parliament, Old Town and The Revolution Square Fountain are essential stops on your Bucharest itinerary.
Explore more of Romania
You've seen Bucharest, now it's time to discover more of Romania. Travel around 322 kilometers north to Iasi to check off its popular sights. From Palace of Culture to Saint Nicholas Church and Golia Monastery, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If you're looking to explore another major destination in Romania, consider Cluj-Napoca, about 322 kilometers north-west of Bucharest. St. Michael's Church, Hoia Baciu Forest and Banffy Palace are key highlights.