Flying from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) to Bucharest Otopeni Airport (OTP): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 2 hours 45 minutes.
Bucharest is one hour ahead of Amsterdam and observes the UTC+2 timezone.
Every week, there are 35 Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Airport flights. To get going early, pick the 09:20 KLM flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before flying, the last departure is at 21:20 with KLM.
Your AMS to OTP flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Travelling during a peak time like September? Major public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
KLM is your gateway to discovering Bucharest (and maybe even some other exciting corners of Romania!). Check out the direct flights from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Airport offered by this airline.
The airline most travellers fly with on this route is KLM.
The most punctual carrier offering AMS to OTP flights is TAROM. Its services arrive without delay 68.75% of the time.
If you want to include a stop along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between AMS and OTP:
Frankfurt am Main Airport
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
Vienna Airport
Handy information about Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
75% of flights that leave from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport reach their destination on time.
Central Amsterdam to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport is around 18 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing.
The trip on public transport usually takes 20 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these hotels near AMS:
Arriving at Bucharest Otopeni Airport (OTP)
If you're getting in on a late Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near OTP:
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Secure the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Bucharest Otopeni Airport around one week before your departure date.
Getting from Bucharest Otopeni Airport (OTP) to central Bucharest
From Bucharest Otopeni Airport, Bucharest is approximately 16 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to reach the centre by car.
It typically takes 35 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Bucharest Otopeni Airport (OTP)
The quietest month for a flight from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Airport is March, while July is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Bucharest based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Book your flight from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Airport for August if you want to explore Bucharest during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 17ºC and 34ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from AMS to OTP in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -9ºC and 8ºC on average.
Explore more of Romania
Iasi is just one of the many cities in Romania waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Bucharest. Around 322 kilometres away to the north, its top attractions include Galata Monastery, The Catholic Cathedral Saint Mary and Monastery of the Three Holy Hierarchs.
If you want to check out another major destination in Romania, head for Cluj-Napoca, about 322 kilometres north-west of Bucharest. St. Michael's Church, Museum Square and Romanian Orthodox Church of Transfiguration are key reasons to visit.