Travelling from Bucharest Otopeni Airport (OTP) to Iasi Airport (IAS): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Bucharest Otopeni Airport to Iasi Airport is 1 hour 5 minutes.
Iasi's timezone is UTC+2, which is the same as Bucharest.
Each week, there are 33 Bucharest Otopeni Airport to Iasi Airport flights. To jet off early, jump on the 06:50 TAROM flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before flying, the last flight is at 22:45 with TAROM.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your OTP to IAS flight.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Jetting into Iasi (and then discovering more of Romania!) is a cinch with TAROM. This popular airline offers direct flights from Bucharest Otopeni Airport to Iasi Airport.
TAROM is the airline most travellers choose to fly with on this route.
TAROM is the most punctual carrier that operates OTP to IAS flights. An exceptional 87.1% of its departures on this route land as scheduled.
If you want to include a stop along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Bucharest Otopeni Airport to Iasi Airport. Here are the top stopovers between OTP and IAS:
Vienna Airport
Milan Bergamo Airport
Paris Beauvais Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Bucharest Otopeni Airport (OTP) to Iasi Airport (IAS)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Bucharest Otopeni Airport to Iasi Airport flight is $80. A round-trip ticket is currently $142. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
It's usually smart to book early if you want to get cheap tickets from OTP to IAS. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Bucharest Otopeni Airport to Iasi Airport. If you'd like to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for every month.
You don't need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from OTP to IAS.
Lock in the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Bucharest Otopeni Airport to Iasi Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Bucharest Otopeni Airport (OTP)
78% of flights that depart Bucharest Otopeni Airport land at their destination on time.
Bucharest Otopeni Airport is about 16 kilometres from central Bucharest. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to OTP? If you've booked an early flight from Bucharest Otopeni Airport to Iasi Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Iasi Airport (IAS)
Book a hotel close to IAS if you're catching a late Bucharest Otopeni Airport to Iasi Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Iasi Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Klass Wagen, Pricecarz or Wheego to explore Iasi and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by booking your vehicle from Iasi Airport about one week ahead of your departure.
When to fly to Iasi Airport (IAS)
The quietest month for a flight from Bucharest Otopeni Airport to Iasi Airport is January, while June is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Iasi based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When reserving your flight from Bucharest Otopeni Airport to Iasi Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Iasi, with the temperature ranging from 15ºC to 32ºC.
January has average temperatures of between -9ºC and 8ºC. Look for cheap tickets from OTP to IAS around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Romania
You've seen Iasi, now it's time to explore more of Romania. Journey around 322 kilometres south to Bucharest to check off its top attractions. From Caru' cu Bere to National Bank of Romania Museum and Museum of the Palace of the Parliament, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
If you're ready to explore another side of Romania, consider Cluj-Napoca, about 306 kilometres west of Iasi. St. Michael's Church, Museum Square and Romanian Orthodox Church of Transfiguration are key reasons to visit.