Flying from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Bucharest: what you need to know
Raleigh-Durham International Airport is located in Durham. Following the UTC+2 timezone, Bucharest is seven hours ahead of Durham.
To avoid rushing for your RDU to Bucharest flight, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months like June, it's wise to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during a peak period in general.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially score a cheaper plane ticket from RDU to Bucharest. All you need to do is deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Give yourself a breather (and maybe even a better deal) by stopping at one of these connecting airports:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Travelling from central Durham to RDU takes around 45 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a taxi, you'll cover the 16 kilometers in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Planning to catch an early flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Bucharest? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels close to RDU:
78% of flights that leave from Raleigh-Durham International Airport arrive at their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Bucharest
P21,061 is currently the best price for a one-way Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Bucharest flight. A return plane ticket starts at P36,713. These fares may change based on availability and demand.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to land cheap flights from RDU to Bucharest if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Bucharest throughout the month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your dates are flexible.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you when there's an even bigger deal on cheap flights from RDU to Bucharest.
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Airports in Bucharest
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) to the centre of Bucharest takes around 30 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 16 kilometers away.
Getting to the centre by public transport typically takes 35 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Bucharest, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these accommodation options near OTP:
Lock in the best deal by booking your ride from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport about one week before your flight from RDU to Bucharest.
Baneasa Airport (BBU)
If you're staying in central Bucharest (or just can't wait to start exploring), the city is around 8 kilometers from Baneasa Airport (BBU). Look for any visitor information kiosks for help with directions after hopping off your flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Bucharest.
There are some comfortable places to park your luggage (and yourself) near BBU. Unwind and get cosy after your RDU to Bucharest flight at one of these perfectly located options:
Call dibs on the best options. Reserving your ride from BBU two weeks ahead of time often means better prices and a wider selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Bucharest
January is the quietest month for flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Bucharest, while July is the most popular. Figure out the ideal time to go to Bucharest based on whether you like a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Bucharest is August, with temperatures ranging between 17ºC (63ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Book your Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Bucharest plane ticket then if that's the weather you find most pleasant.
Look for cheap tickets from RDU to Bucharest in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -9ºC (16ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) on average.
More about Bucharest
After booking your flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Bucharest, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Bucharest:
Museum of the Palace of the Parliament and Caru' cu Bere are just two of the major attractions to add to your Bucharest to-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at National Bank of Romania Museum.
Explore more of Romania
Iasi is just one of the many cities in Romania waiting to be discovered once you've seen Bucharest. Around 322 kilometers away to the north, popular attractions include Galata Monastery, The Catholic Cathedral Saint Mary and Monastery of the Three Holy Hierarchs.
If there's time to check out another great destination in Romania, head for Cluj-Napoca, roughly 322 kilometers northwest of Bucharest. St. Michael's Church, Museum Square and Romanian Orthodox Church of Transfiguration are key highlights.
