Flying from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Edinburgh Airport to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport is 3 hours 30 minutes.
The timezone in Bucharest is UTC+2, which is two hours ahead of Edinburgh.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Get to the airport on time to catch your EDI to OTP flight.
Flying during a peak month like June? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Ryanair is your gateway to discovering Bucharest (and maybe even some other exciting parts of Romania!). Check out the direct flights from Edinburgh Airport to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport offered by this carrier.
Most travellers choose to travel with Ryanair on this route.
Ryanair is the most punctual carrier offering EDI to OTP flights.
If you'd like to include a stop along the way, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Edinburgh Airport to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between EDI and OTP:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
Stansted Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Edinburgh Airport to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport flight is P3,944. A return plane ticket is currently P6,639. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Get cheap tickets from EDI to OTP by booking six months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Edinburgh Airport to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have a flexible travel schedule.
There's no need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from EDI to OTP.
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Handy information about Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
When it comes to Edinburgh Airport's on-time performance, 67.94% of flights complete their journey on time.
Edinburgh Airport is around 14 kilometres from central Edinburgh. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a trip time of about 40 minutes when using public transport.
Need a handy hotel near EDI? If you're catching an early flight from Edinburgh Airport to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Edinburgh Airport to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near OTP instead:
Pick up a Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport rental car and discover Bucharest and beyond with your own set of wheels. Klass Wagen, Pricecarz and Surprice are popular providers you can book with here.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your ride from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport about one week ahead.
Getting from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) to central Bucharest
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport is approximately 21 kilometres from central Bucharest. Driving there takes about 35 minutes.
It'll take around 1 hour 35 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Bucharest. If you're after a quieter vibe, go in April.
Book your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport for August if you want to visit Bucharest during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 17ºC (63ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from EDI to OTP in January. Temperatures average between -9ºC (16ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) then.
Explore more of Romania
Bucharest has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Romania waiting to be explored. About 322 kilometres north of Bucharest, a trip to Iasi will keep you on the move. Start with attractions like Palace of Culture, Saint Nicholas Church and Golia Monastery.
Cluj-Napoca is another must-experience destination in Romania and is around 322 kilometres north-west of Bucharest. No journey is complete without seeing St. Michael's Church, Hoia Baciu Forest and Banffy Palace.