Travelling from Marechal Cunha Machado International Airport (SLZ) to Bucharest: what you need to know
Marechal Cunha Machado International Airport is located in Sao Luiz. Following the UTC+2 timezone, Bucharest is five hours ahead of Sao Luiz.
To avoid rushing for your SLZ to Bucharest flight, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
If you're travelling during a major holiday or another peak period, allow extra time. A good general rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Security and check-in lines will be longer.
Located around 10 kilometres from central Sao Luiz, SLZ can be reached in about 25 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 50 minutes.
Looking for a hotel close to SLZ? If you're catching an early flight from Marechal Cunha Machado International Airport to Bucharest, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
When it comes to Marechal Cunha Machado International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 76.8% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
How to find the cheapest flights from Marechal Cunha Machado International Airport (SLZ) to Bucharest
P53,880 is currently the best price for a one-way Marechal Cunha Machado International Airport to Bucharest flight. A return plane ticket starts from P105,485. These prices can change depending on demand.
To pick up cheap flights from SLZ to Bucharest, book ahead. Airlines typically offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets are first released.
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Airports in Bucharest
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) is around 21 kilometres from central Bucharest. If you're grabbing a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 35 minutes.
It typically takes 1 hour 35 minutes if you're using public transport.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Marechal Cunha Machado International Airport to Bucharest. Reserve one of these accommodation options near OTP instead:
Grab 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 outlets you can book with here.
Get the best deal by booking your vehicle from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport around one week before your flight from SLZ to Bucharest.
Best time to go to Bucharest
Travel to Bucharest during high season if you want a bustling atmosphere, but remember that prices are typically higher. Alternatively, book flights from Marechal Cunha Machado International Airport to Bucharest in the low season when prices are cheaper and it's quieter.
The warmest month in Bucharest is August, with temperatures ranging between 17ºC (63ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Lock in your Marechal Cunha Machado International Airport to Bucharest plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Look for cheap tickets from SLZ 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
Start your Bucharest trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Marechal Cunha Machado International Airport to Bucharest, check out our selection of hotels including:
Old Town and Museum of the Palace of the Parliament are just the start of the big attractions to put on your Bucharest travel itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at The Revolution Square Fountain.
Explore more of Romania
Bucharest is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Romania just waiting to be discovered. Around 322 kilometres north of Bucharest, a trip to Iasi will keep your itinerary busy. Start with attractions like Palace of Culture, Saint Nicholas Church and Golia Monastery.
If you're ready to explore another great destination in Romania, head for Cluj-Napoca, roughly 322 kilometres north-west of Bucharest. St. Michael's Church, Hoia Baciu Forest and Banffy Palace are highlights.
