Flying from Bangkok to Bucharest: what you need to know
There are two main airports you can start your trip from in Bangkok. Explore your options departing from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) or Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) when reserving your flight from Bangkok to Bucharest.
Hop off the plane at Bucharest's chief entry point, Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP).
Bucharest is five hours behind Bangkok and is in the UTC+2 timezone.
For a relaxed travel experience, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This leaves you with plenty of time to board your Bangkok to Bucharest flight.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bangkok to Bucharest
To pick up cheap Bangkok to Bucharest flights, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when flights are first released.
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Flying from Bangkok
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Think about adding a stopover to potentially save on your Bangkok to Bucharest flight. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Suvarnabhumi Airport. Take a pause at one of these popular options:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
BKK is about 17 miles from central Bangkok. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the center, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour 5 minutes.
In search of a handy hotel near Suvarnabhumi Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Bangkok to Bucharest, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
67.87% of flights that leave from Suvarnabhumi Airport reach their destination on time.
Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)
With public transport, you can travel from central Bangkok to DMK in around 1 hour 5 minutes. The airport is roughly 14 miles away. Driving will take you about 30 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your flight from Bangkok to Bucharest? Unwind in a hotel near Don Mueang International Airport before your vacation officially begins. Consider one of these stays:
Don Mueang International Airport has an on-time performance of 66%. This figure sheds light on how often flights departing from this airport reach their destination on time.
Arriving in Bucharest
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
The distance from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) to central Bucharest is roughly 9 miles. It takes around 35 minutes to reach the center driving.
Getting to the center by public transport typically takes 1 hour 35 minutes.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Bangkok to Bucharest. Check in to one of these accommodation options near OTP instead:
Travel at your own pace with a Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Klass Wagen, Pricecarz or Surprice and find adventure across Bucharest and beyond.
Booking your ride from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport around one week ahead can help you get the best possible rate.
Best time to go to Bucharest
April is the quietest month for flights from Bangkok to Bucharest, while July is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Bucharest based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
When booking your Bangkok to Bucharest tickets, think about the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. August is the warmest month in Bucharest, with temperatures ranging from 63ºF to 91ºF.
Search for cheap flights from Bangkok to Bucharest in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 16ºF and 46ºF on average.
More about Bucharest
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Bucharest right here. Browse these options once you've locked in your flight from Bangkok to Bucharest:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Museum of the Palace of the Parliament, Old Town and The Revolution Square Fountain are major attractions which should be on every Bucharest itinerary.
Explore more of Romania
Iasi is just one of the many places in Romania waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Bucharest. Around 200 miles to the north, top sights here include Palace of Culture, Saint Nicholas Church and Golia Monastery.
If you're interested in discovering another corner of Romania, consider Cluj-Napoca, roughly 200 miles north-west of Bucharest. St. Michael's Church, Hoia Baciu Forest and Banffy Palace are the start of reasons to visit.
