Travelling from Bucharest to Kos Ippokratis International Airport (KGS): What you need to know
Kos Ippokratis International Airport is located in Kos. The city's timezone is UTC+2, which is the same as Bucharest.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Bucharest to KGS. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the mad dash to your gate.
Popular months like July or other busy periods mean longer queues and potential delays. Stay ahead of the crowds by arriving at the airport even earlier. Aim for at least four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Bucharest
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your journey and perhaps even explore a different city. When browsing cheap flights from Bucharest to KGS leaving from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can stop along the way. Your journey might pause in:
Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
Naples-Capodichino International Airport (NAP)
Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ)
The journey from central Bucharest to OTP takes around 35 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a taxi, you'll cover the 16 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Looking for a comfortable hotel close to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Bucharest to Kos Ippokratis International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Of all flights leaving Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport, 71% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
About Kos Ippokratis International Airport (KGS)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Bucharest to Kos Ippokratis International Airport. Make yourself comfy at one of these accommodation options near KGS instead:
Pick up a Kos Ippokratis International Airport rental car and discover Kos and beyond with your own set of wheels. Abbycar, Green Motion and Caldera are popular providers you can book with here.
To get the best deal, book your vehicle around three weeks in advance of your Bucharest to Kos Ippokratis International Airport flight.
Getting from Kos Ippokratis International Airport (KGS) to central Kos
From Kos Ippokratis International Airport, central Kos is around 26 kilometres away. It takes about 30 minutes to reach the city centre by car.
It takes roughly 40 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bucharest to Kos Ippokratis International Airport (KGS)
$176 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Bucharest to Kos Ippokratis International Airport. A return flight starts at $324. These prices may change depending on availability.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Bucharest to KGS if you book ahead. Airlines often have some great early bird rates.
Affordable Bucharest to Kos Ippokratis International Airport tickets are easier to find when your travel dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares across each month and then choose the cheapest day.
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More about Kos
Once you've booked your flight from Bucharest to Kos Ippokratis International Airport, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Kos:
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Paradise Beach, Agios Stefanos Beach and Xerokambos (Exotic Beach) are must-visits when exploring Kos.
Explore more of Greece
You've seen Kos, now it's time to discover other corners of Greece. Travel around 290 kilometres southwest to Rethymno to check off its popular sights. From Rethymnon Old Town to Rethymnon beach and Venetian Harbour, your itinerary will be busy.
If you're ready to explore another corner of Greece, consider Mytilene, roughly 257 kilometres north of Kos. Castle of Mytilene, Byzantine Museum and Mytilene Castle are the start of reasons to visit.