Flying from Bucharest to Paris: what you need to know
There are a couple of main airports to choose from in Bucharest. Check out your options departing from Bucharest Otopeni Airport (OTP) or Bucharest Baneasa Airport (BBU) when reserving your flight from Bucharest to Paris.
Paris has a good selection of airports you can fly into. Arrive at Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG), Paris Orly Airport (ORY) or Paris Beauvais Airport (BVA).
Jump on a direct Bucharest to Paris flight and you'll be flying for an average of 3 hours 10 minutes.
Paris's timezone is UTC+1, making Paris one hour behind Bucharest.
Bucharest Otopeni Airport (OTP) to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) is the most traveled route. When booking your flight from Bucharest to Paris, you can choose from 36 services every week between OTP and CDG.
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 Bucharest to Paris flight.
Be prepared for longer lines in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bucharest to Paris
To pick up cheap Bucharest to Paris flights, book early. Airlines typically offer the most competitive fares when tickets are first released.
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Flying from Bucharest
Bucharest Otopeni Airport (OTP)
You can fly directly to Paris leaving from Bucharest Otopeni Airport (OTP). Here are some airports you can get to in one go when searching for your flight from Bucharest to Paris:
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Paris Orly Airport (ORY)
Paris Beauvais Airport (BVA)
Direct Bucharest to Paris plane tickets are available from a variety of airlines at OTP. Your nonstop flight awaits with one of these options:
We make it simple to book a Bucharest to Paris flight with a stopover. To see all your options departing from Bucharest Otopeni Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Top stopovers include:
Munich Airport (MUC)
Zurich Airport (ZRH)
Vienna Airport (VIE)
Located around 16 kilometres from the centre of Bucharest, OTP can be reached in about 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
In search of a handy hotel near Bucharest Otopeni Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Bucharest to Paris, these stays will put you nice and close to your departure gate:
Of all flights departing from Bucharest Otopeni Airport, 78% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Bucharest Baneasa Airport (BBU)
On public transport, you can travel from central Bucharest to BBU in around 35 minutes. The terminal is roughly 8 kilometres away. Driving will take you about 20 minutes.
It's your holiday, so why not spend another night away? Consider kicking back in one of these accommodation options near Bucharest Baneasa Airport the day before your flight from Bucharest to Paris:
Most flights that depart Bucharest Baneasa Airport touch down at their destination as expected. It boasts a strong on-time performance rate of 82%.
Arriving in Paris
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
The distance from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to central Paris is approximately 23 kilometres. It takes about 35 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It usually takes 35 minutes to get there when travelling by public transport.
Consider booking a hotel near CDG if you're coming in on a late flight from Bucharest to Paris. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Explore without limits with a Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Alamo, Keddy By Europcar or Europcar and venture far and wide through Paris and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, book your vehicle from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport about two weeks ahead of your Bucharest to Paris flight.
You'll find CDG at 95711, Roissy Charles de Gaulle.
Paris Orly Airport (ORY)
Paris Orly Airport (ORY) is roughly 14 kilometres from the centre of Paris. Following your flight from Bucharest to Paris, it takes approximately 25 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a taxi or ride-share.
You can expect the journey to take approximately 40 minutes on public transport.
You'll find some comfortable places to call home for the night near ORY. Settle in and get cosy after your Bucharest to Paris flight at one of these perfectly located options:
Forget about inconvenient public transport timetables or waiting forever for a taxi. Pick up a Paris Orly Airport rental car and take your trip in whatever direction you choose. Compare availability and rates from Alamo, Europcar and Keddy By Europcar.
Avoid last-minute price surges. Booking your ride one week ahead of your arrival at ORY can help you lock in a better rate.
Paris Orly Airport can be found at 94396 Orly Aérogare.
Paris Beauvais Airport (BVA)
Head toward the city centre after your flight from Bucharest to Paris has landed. Central Paris is around 72 kilometres from Paris Beauvais Airport (BVA) and takes roughly 1 hour 15 minutes to reach by car.
The journey will take you around 1 hour 15 minutes using public transport.
Enjoy a restful, unhurried start to your break by checking in to a hotel near BVA after your Bucharest to Paris flight. Unwind after a day of travel or simply give yourself time to settle into a new destination at:
Take control of the next leg of your trip with a Paris Beauvais Airport rental car. Loca Malin, Budget and Europcar are some companies you can book with.
About three weeks ahead of your flight from Bucharest to Paris is a good time to secure your vehicle from BVA. You're more likely to get a better rate or get access to early bird discounts.
Paris Beauvais Airport's address is Tille 60000, Beauvais.
Best time to go to Paris
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Bucharest to Paris. July is the busiest month to travel to Paris. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Paris is August, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC and 29ºC. Book your Bucharest to Paris ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
Search for cheap flights from Bucharest to Paris in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -2ºC and 9ºC on average.
More about Paris
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Paris right here. Browse these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from Bucharest to Paris:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. Eiffel Tower, Louvre Museum and Musee d'Orsay are highlights which should be on any well-planned Paris itinerary.
Explore more of France
You've done Paris, now it's time to discover other corners of France. Journey about 386 kilometres southeast to Lyon to tick off its top attractions. From Fête Des Lumières to Vieux Lyon and Cite Internationale de la Gastronomie de Lyon, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Nantes is another favourite destination in France and is around 338 kilometres southwest of Paris. No trip is complete without seeing Les Machines de l’île Nantes, Chateau des Ducs de Bretagne and Basilique Saint Nicolas.