Travelling from Glasgow to Bucharest: what you need to know
Get your holiday planning started by considering where you'll catch your flight from Glasgow to Bucharest. Glasgow Intl Airport (GLA) and Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK) are Glasgow's main airports.
When working out where to arrive in Bucharest, Bucharest Otopeni Airport (OTP) and Bucharest Baneasa Airport (BBU) are the primary gateways.
The timezone in Bucharest is UTC+2, which is two hours ahead of Glasgow.
For a stress-free start to your trip, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This leaves you with plenty of time to catch your Glasgow to Bucharest flight.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months such as September. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
How to find the cheapest flights from Glasgow to Bucharest
To pick up cheap Glasgow to Bucharest flights, book as early as possible. Airlines usually offer lower fares when flights first go on sale.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest plane tickets from Glasgow to Bucharest across the month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
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Flying from Glasgow
Glasgow Intl Airport (GLA)
We make it simple to find a Glasgow to Bucharest flight with a stopover. To see the options departing from Glasgow Intl Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Top stopovers include:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
London Stansted Airport (STN)
Bristol Airport (BRS)
The journey from central Glasgow to GLA takes around 30 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a taxi, you'll cover the 11 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Searching for a convenient hotel near Glasgow Intl Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Glasgow to Bucharest, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Glasgow Intl Airport gets high marks for on-time performance. 81% of flights that take off from GLA arrive at their destination as scheduled.
Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK)
Split up your Glasgow to Bucharest flight with a stop so you can stretch your legs or perhaps go somewhere you've never been before. Popular stopovers between Glasgow Prestwick Airport and Bucharest include:
Palma - Majorca Airport (PMI)
Malaga Airport (AGP)
Pisa International Airport (PSA)
You can get to PIK from central Glasgow in about 50 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport will take roughly 55 minutes to travel the 48 kilometres or so.
You're going on holiday, so why not book another night away? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near Glasgow Prestwick Airport the day before your flight from Glasgow to Bucharest:
The majority of flights that depart Glasgow Prestwick Airport make it to their destination as expected. It boasts a strong on-time performance rate of 83%.
Arriving in Bucharest
Bucharest Otopeni Airport (OTP)
The distance from Bucharest Otopeni Airport (OTP) to central Bucharest is approximately 16 kilometres. It'll take you around 30 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It typically takes 35 minutes to get there when travelling by public transport.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Glasgow to Bucharest, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these accommodation options near OTP:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Bucharest Otopeni Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Klass Wagen, Pricecarz or Surprice and experience the lesser-explored corners of Bucharest and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Bucharest Otopeni Airport around one week before your departure date.
Bucharest Baneasa Airport (BBU)
Central Bucharest is around 8 kilometres from Bucharest Baneasa Airport (BBU). As soon as your flight from Glasgow to Bucharest has touched down and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should be around 20 minutes.
You can expect the trip to take about 35 minutes on public transport.
You'll find some great places to lay your head close to BBU. Tuck yourself in after your Glasgow to Bucharest flight at any of these perfectly located options:
Forget about inconvenient public transport timetables or slow-moving taxi lines. Grab a Bucharest Baneasa Airport rental car and blaze your own trail. Check out the rates and availability from Wheego, Abbycar and ecovia.
Snap up a deal by booking your ride from BBU two weeks ahead of time. You can also expect to have a bigger selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Bucharest
March is the quietest month for flights from Glasgow to Bucharest, while July is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to visit Bucharest based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
The warmest month in Bucharest is August, with temperatures ranging between 17ºC and 34ºC. Lock in your Glasgow to Bucharest ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Glasgow to Bucharest in January when temperatures average between -9ºC and 8ºC.
More about Bucharest
Start your Bucharest trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Glasgow to Bucharest, browse our range of hotels including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to know where to begin. Caru' cu Bere, Museum of the Palace of the Parliament and National Bank of Romania Museum are highlights which should feature on any good Bucharest itinerary.
Explore more of Romania
You've visited Bucharest, now it's time to discover more of Romania. Travel around 322 kilometres north to Iasi to check off its must-visit sights. From Galata Monastery to The Catholic Cathedral Saint Mary and Monastery of the Three Holy Hierarchs, your itinerary will be busy.
Around 322 kilometres northwest of Bucharest, Cluj-Napoca is another favourite stop in Romania. Experience major highlights starting with Saint Michael’s Church, Museum Square and Romanian Orthodox Church of Transfiguration.