Travelling from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Bucharest Otopeni Airport (OTP): what you need to know
Around 3 hours 20 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Manchester Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Airport.
The timezone in Bucharest is UTC+2, which is two hours ahead of Manchester.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your MAN to OTP flight.
During popular months like August, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during peak periods in general.
Ryanair offers direct flights from Manchester Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to check out the sights in Bucharest — and maybe even more of Romania if time allows.
The airline that passengers book most often on this route is Ryanair.
With 77.42% of its services landing on schedule, Ryanair is the most punctual carrier offering MAN to OTP flights.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Manchester Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or visit a new city along the way. Here are some options between MAN and OTP:
London Heathrow Airport
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
Warsaw Chopin Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Bucharest Otopeni Airport (OTP)
Currently, $61 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Manchester Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $133. Keep in mind that fares can change due to demand when booking.
To get cheap tickets from MAN to OTP, reserve your journey one month ahead of your departure date.
Organise your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for flights from Manchester Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest airfare across every month.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from MAN to OTP by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when fares go down.
Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Manchester Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Airport.
Handy information about Manchester Airport (MAN)
65% of flights departing from Manchester Airport reach their destination on schedule.
Central Manchester to Manchester Airport is approximately 14 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing.
Expect a journey time of about 20 minutes on public transport.
Get your holiday off to a relaxed start by staying near MAN. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Manchester Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Bucharest Otopeni Airport (OTP)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Manchester Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near OTP instead:
Grab a Bucharest Otopeni Airport rental car and explore Bucharest and beyond with your own set of wheels. Klass Wagen, Pricecarz and Surprice are top outlets you can book with here.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your vehicle from Bucharest Otopeni Airport about one week in advance of your trip.
Getting from Bucharest Otopeni Airport (OTP) to central Bucharest
Bucharest Otopeni Airport is roughly 16 kilometres from the centre of Bucharest. The drive time takes about 30 minutes.
It typically takes 35 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Bucharest Otopeni Airport (OTP)
July is the most popular month for flights from Manchester Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Airport. To avoid the crowds, go to Bucharest in March.
When reserving your flight from Manchester Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Bucharest, with the temperature ranging from 17ºC to 34ºC.
January has average temperatures of between -9ºC and 8ºC. Look for cheap tickets from MAN to OTP sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Romania
Bucharest has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Romania just waiting to be explored. Around 322 kilometres north of Bucharest, a trip to Iasi will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading sights like Galata Monastery, The Catholic Cathedral Saint Mary and Monastery of the Three Holy Hierarchs.
Cluj-Napoca is another well-known destination in Romania and is around 322 kilometres north-west of Bucharest. No trip is complete without dropping by St. Michael's Church, Museum Square and Romanian Orthodox Church of Transfiguration.