Travelling from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Bucharest: what you need to know
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is located in Sydney. Based in the UTC+2 timezone, Bucharest is nine hours behind Sydney.
Allow plenty of time to make your SYD to Bucharest flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Delays at security and check-in are likely if you're travelling during high season, so give yourself even more breathing space. A good general rule for peak times? Get there up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
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Located around 8 kilometres from central Sydney, SYD can be reached in about 20 minutes by car. The journey on public transport will take roughly 25 minutes.
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69.62% of flights that leave from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport land at their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Bucharest
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Bucharest flight is P30,720. The cheapest price for a return flight is P64,783. Bear in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking early is often the key to securing a cheap flight from SYD to Bucharest. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more it could cost you.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, make the most of the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across each month when searching for your Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Bucharest ticket.
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Airports in Bucharest
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) is around 21 kilometres from the centre of Bucharest. If you're grabbing a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take roughly 35 minutes.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 35 minutes.
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Best time to go to Bucharest
Visit Bucharest during peak season if you like a busy atmosphere, but remember that prices are generally higher. Alternatively, book flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Bucharest during the off-season when prices are cheaper and crowds are smaller.
The warmest month in Bucharest is August, with temperatures ranging between 17ºC (63ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Lock in your Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Bucharest plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SYD to Bucharest in January when temperatures average between -9ºC (16ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF).
More about Bucharest
Start your Bucharest trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Bucharest, check out our selection of hotels including:
All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. Old Town, Museum of the Palace of the Parliament and The Revolution Square Fountain are attractions you won't want to skip in Bucharest.
Explore more of Romania
Bucharest will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other parts of Romania waiting to be discovered. Around 322 kilometres north of Bucharest, a visit to Iasi will keep you on the go. Start with leading sights 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 trip is complete without visiting St. Michael's Church, Hoia Baciu Forest and Banffy Palace.