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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Edinburgh to Bucharest Otopeni flights are currently cheapest in May.

Direct flights from Edinburgh to Bucharest Otopeni

Edinburgh to Bucharest Otopeni: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Edinburgh to Bucharest below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Bucharest Otopeni.

Edinburgh to Bucharest: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundP6,639
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time3 hrs, 30 mins
Most popular airlineRyanair
Average flights per week2

Finding cheap flights from Edinburgh to Bucharest Otopeni: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Edinburgh to Bucharest Otopeni is P6,639. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
3 hours and 30 minutes is the average flight time from Edinburgh to Bucharest Otopeni.
Ryanair flies direct from Edinburgh to Bucharest Otopeni.
As of May 2025, there are 2 flights per week flying from Edinburgh to Bucharest Otopeni.
The cheapest month to fly from Edinburgh to Bucharest Otopeni is usually May 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Edinburgh Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Airport on Saturday, 17 May 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 30 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Bucharest Otopeni but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Bucharest is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Ryanair offers the cheapest flight tickets to Bucharest Otopeni.

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.

  • Secure the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Edinburgh Airport to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.

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)

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.

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