Travelling from Thessaloniki Airport (SKG) to Bucharest Otopeni Airport (OTP): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Thessaloniki Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Airport is 1 hour 20 minutes.
Thessaloniki and Bucharest are in the same timezone, UTC+2.
Each week, there are seven Thessaloniki Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Airport flights.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Make sure you're at the airport on time to catch your SKG to OTP flight.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
A number of airlines operate direct flights from Thessaloniki Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Airport, so jetting off to Bucharest (and then discovering more of Romania!) is easy. Leading carriers that fly nonstop include:
Ryanair is the airline most travellers choose to fly with on this route.
Ryanair stands out as the most punctual carrier for SKG to OTP flights, with 80.85% of services landing on schedule.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Thessaloniki Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Check out these options between SKG and OTP:
Istanbul Airport
Munich Airport
Athens International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Thessaloniki Airport (SKG) to Bucharest Otopeni Airport (OTP)
$41 is the best price for a one-way Thessaloniki Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Airport flight. A return flight starts from $76. These fares may change depending on demand.
Book 11 months before your departure date. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from SKG to OTP.
The cheapest month for flights from Thessaloniki Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have a flexible travel schedule.
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Handy information about Thessaloniki Airport (SKG)
Thessaloniki Airport gets high marks for its on-time performance. 83% of flights that depart SKG reach their destination on time.
Central Thessaloniki to Thessaloniki Airport is around 16 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving.
You can expect a journey time of around 45 minutes when using public transport.
Booked an early flight from Thessaloniki Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near SKG:
Arriving at Bucharest Otopeni Airport (OTP)
Reserve a hotel near OTP if you have a late Thessaloniki Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Airport flight. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Bucharest Otopeni Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Klass Wagen, Pricecarz or Surprice and explore beyond Bucharest's main sights.
Reserving your vehicle from Bucharest Otopeni Airport around one week in advance can help you get the best possible rate.
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 around 30 minutes.
It'll take around 35 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Bucharest Otopeni Airport (OTP)
July is the busiest month for flights from Thessaloniki Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, travel to Bucharest in March.
Lock in your flight from Thessaloniki Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Airport for August if you'd like to go to Bucharest during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 17ºC and 34ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from SKG to OTP in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -9ºC and 8ºC on average.
Explore more of Romania
You've visited Bucharest, now it's time to discover more of Romania. Travel about 322 kilometres north to Iasi to tick off its leading sights. From Galata Monastery to The Catholic Cathedral Saint Mary and Monastery of the Three Holy Hierarchs, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
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.