Flying from Dallas to Bucharest: what you need to know
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) is Dallas's main airport. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Dallas to Bucharest jetting off from here.
Touch down at Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP), the primary gateway of Bucharest.
The timezone in Bucharest is UTC+2, which is seven hours ahead of Dallas.
To ensure you catch your Dallas to Bucharest flight, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dallas to Bucharest
To find cheap Dallas to Bucharest flights, book as early as you can. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when tickets first go on sale.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest plane tickets from Dallas to Bucharest across every month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your plans are flexible.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from Dallas to Bucharest by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Tailor your flights using filters. Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' Dallas to Bucharest flights.
Flying from Dallas
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
We make it simple to book a Dallas to Bucharest flight with a stopover. To see all your options leaving from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Major stopovers include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
The journey from central Dallas to DFW takes about 1 hour on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 26 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a hassle-free start to your travels? Stay near Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Dallas to Bucharest or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are ideal:
73.22% of flights that depart Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport make it to their destination on time.
You'll find DFW at 2400 Aviation Dr.
Arriving in Bucharest
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) to central Bucharest takes around 35 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 14 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes about 1 hour 35 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Dallas to Bucharest, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these accommodation options near OTP:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Klass Wagen, Pricecarz or Surprice and experience the lesser-explored corners of Bucharest and beyond.
Get the best deal by booking your ride from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport around one week ahead of your trip.
Best time to go to Bucharest
July is the most popular month for flights from Dallas to Bucharest. To avoid the crowds, go to Bucharest in April.
The warmest month in Bucharest is August, with temperatures ranging between 17ºC and 33ºC. Lock in your Dallas to Bucharest ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
January sees average temperatures of between -9ºC and 8ºC. Search for cheap flights from Dallas to Bucharest around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Bucharest
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Bucharest right here. Explore these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Dallas to Bucharest:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. Museum of the Palace of the Parliament, Old Town and The Revolution Square Fountain are leading attractions which should feature on any well-planned Bucharest itinerary.
Explore more of Romania
Bucharest will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other corners of Romania just waiting to be explored. About 322 kilometres north of Bucharest, a trip to Iasi will fill your itinerary to the brim. Check out popular attractions like Palace of Culture, Saint Nicholas Church and Golia Monastery.
Around 322 kilometres north-west of Bucharest, Cluj-Napoca is another essential stop in Romania. Experience major highlights starting with St. Michael's Church, Hoia Baciu Forest and Banffy Palace.