Flying from Mexico City to Bucharest: what you need to know
There are a couple of main airports you can start your journey from in Mexico City. Explore your options departing from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) or Felipe Ángeles International Airport (NLU) when searching for a flight from Mexico City to Bucharest.
Come in for landing at Bucharest's chief entry point, Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP).
Bucharest's timezone is UTC+2, which makes Bucharest eight hours ahead of Mexico City.
To ensure you catch your Mexico City to Bucharest flight, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule to follow.
Flying during a popular month like July? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Mexico City to Bucharest
To find cheap Mexico City to Bucharest flights, book as early as possible. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when tickets first go on sale.
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Flying from Mexico City
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
We make it easy to book a Mexico City to Bucharest flight with a stopover. To see all the options leaving from Benito Juarez International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some popular stopovers include:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Located around 6 kilometres from the centre of Mexico City, MEX can be reached in about 25 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport will take roughly 55 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Mexico City to Bucharest? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near Benito Juarez International Airport:
Benito Juarez International Airport earns top marks for its on-time performance. 80.91% of flights that depart MEX reach their destination without delay.
Felipe Ángeles International Airport (NLU)
With public transport, you can travel from central Mexico City to NLU in around 1 hour 45 minutes. The terminal is roughly 32 kilometres away. Driving will take you about 55 minutes.
Getting everyone to the airport on time before your flight from Mexico City to Bucharest is much simpler when you stay close to Felipe Ángeles International Airport. Consider booking a room at Verticca Hotel the night before you fly out.
When it comes to flight punctuality, Felipe Ángeles International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 68%.
Arriving in Bucharest
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) to central Bucharest takes about 35 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 14 kilometers away.
It typically takes 1 hour 35 minutes to get there on public transport.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Mexico City to Bucharest, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these accommodation options near OTP:
Grab a Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport rental car and explore Bucharest and beyond with your own set of wheels. Klass Wagen, Pricecarz and Surprice are popular providers you can book with here.
Reserving your vehicle from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport about one week ahead gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Best time to go to Bucharest
April is the quietest month for flights from Mexico City to Bucharest, while July is the busiest. Find the ideal time to go to Bucharest based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
The warmest month in Bucharest is August, with temperatures ranging between 17ºC (63ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Book your Mexico City to Bucharest ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
Search for cheap flights from Mexico City to Bucharest in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -9ºC (16ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) on average.
More about Bucharest
After booking your flight from Mexico City to Bucharest, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Bucharest:
Museum of the Palace of the Parliament and Old Town are just the start of the leading attractions to put on your Bucharest itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at The Revolution Square Fountain.
Explore more of Romania
Bucharest has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Romania just waiting to be discovered. About 322 kilometres north of Bucharest, a trip to Iasi will keep you on the go. Start with leading attractions like Palace of Culture, Saint Nicholas Church and Golia Monastery.
Cluj-Napoca is another sought-after destination in Romania and is around 322 kilometres north-west of Bucharest. No trip is complete without seeing St. Michael's Church, Hoia Baciu Forest and Banffy Palace.