Travelling from Luqa Malta International Airport (MLA) to Bucharest Otopeni Airport (OTP): what you need to know
Around 2 hours 20 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Luqa Malta International Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Airport.
Bucharest is one hour ahead of Valletta and follows the UTC+2 timezone.
Flights from MLA to OTP start at 05:50 — the earliest with Ryanair. The last departure is at 23:25 with Wizz Air Malta. In total, you can choose from seven weekly Luqa Malta International Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Airport flights.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Make sure you're at the airport on time to catch your MLA to OTP flight.
Flying during a peak month such as August? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Wizz Air Malta is your ticket to exploring Bucharest (and maybe even some other great corners of Romania!). Browse the direct flights from Luqa Malta International Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Airport offered by this popular airline.
Wizz Air Malta is the airline most travellers choose for this route.
With 72.97% of its services landing as planned, Ryanair is the most punctual carrier offering MLA to OTP flights.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Luqa Malta International Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Top stopovers between MLA and OTP include:
Vienna Airport
Budapest Airport
Catania Fontanarossa Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Luqa Malta International Airport (MLA) to Bucharest Otopeni Airport (OTP)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Luqa Malta International Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Airport flight is $49. A round-trip fare is currently $101. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
To pick up cheap tickets from MLA to OTP, book ahead. Airlines usually offer lower fares when flights are first made available.
The cheapest month for flights from Luqa Malta International Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have flexible dates.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from MLA to OTP by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when fares go down.
Tailor your flights using filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Luqa Malta International Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Airport.
Handy information about Luqa Malta International Airport (MLA)
76% of flights taking off from Luqa Malta International Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
To get to Luqa Malta International Airport from central Valletta, it takes about 20 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 8 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Taking public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 30 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Luqa Malta International Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near MLA:
Arriving at Bucharest Otopeni Airport (OTP)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Luqa Malta International Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near OTP instead:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Bucharest Otopeni Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Klass Wagen, Pricecarz or Surprice and experience the lesser-explored corners of Bucharest and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride from Bucharest Otopeni Airport about one week ahead of your trip.
Getting from Bucharest Otopeni Airport (OTP) to central Bucharest
From Bucharest Otopeni Airport, Bucharest is approximately 16 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Travelling on public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
When to fly to Bucharest Otopeni Airport (OTP)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Luqa Malta International Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Bucharest. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in March.
Before locking in your flight from Luqa Malta International Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Bucharest, with temperatures ranging from 17ºC to 34ºC.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from MLA to OTP in January. Average temperatures are between -9ºC and 8ºC then.
Explore more of Romania
You've visited Bucharest, now it's time to discover other corners of Romania. Journey about 322 kilometres north to Iasi to check off its top attractions. From Galata Monastery to The Catholic Cathedral Saint Mary and Monastery of the Three Holy Hierarchs, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 322 kilometres north-west of Bucharest, Cluj-Napoca is another favourite stop in Romania. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at St. Michael's Church, Museum Square and Romanian Orthodox Church of Transfiguration.