Traveling from Bournemouth Airport (BOH) to Bucharest: what you need to know
The timezone in Bucharest is UTC+2. The city is two hours ahead of Bournemouth, where Bournemouth Airport is located.
For a relaxed start to your BOH to Bucharest flight, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
If you're flying during a public holiday or another peak period, give yourself more time. A good rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Check-in and security lines will be longer.
We make it a breeze to book plane tickets from BOH to Bucharest with a stopover. To see your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Major stopovers include:
Palma de Mallorca Airport (PMI)
Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)
Malta International Airport (MLA)
Located around 4 miles from central Bournemouth, BOH can be reached in about 15 minutes by car. The journey on public transport will take roughly 45 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Bournemouth Airport to Bucharest? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays close to BOH:
Of the flights that depart from Bournemouth Airport, 76.27% touch down on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bournemouth Airport (BOH) to Bucharest
$97 is currently the best price for a one-way Bournemouth Airport to Bucharest flight. A return plane ticket starts at $119. These fares can change based on availability and demand.
Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap flight from BOH to Bucharest. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer you get to departure, the more it could cost you.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, take advantage of the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across each month when looking for a Bournemouth Airport to Bucharest ticket.
There's no need to check in daily to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment there's an even bigger deal on cheap flights from BOH to Bucharest.
Snag an affordable flight from Bournemouth Airport to Bucharest with the help of our filters. Select your ideal duration, departure time and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.
Airports in Bucharest
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) to central Bucharest takes about 35 minutes by car. The center is roughly 13 miles away.
If you're traveling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 35 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Bournemouth Airport to Bucharest, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these accommodation options near OTP:
Travel at your own pace with a Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Klass Wagen, Pricecarz or Surprice and venture far and wide through Bucharest and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport about one week in advance of your flight from BOH to Bucharest.
Best time to go to Bucharest
Carefully consider your trip dates before securing your flight from Bournemouth Airport to Bucharest. The city buzzes in high season, but prices are typically higher and major attractions can be busy. Plan your trip to Bucharest in the low season if you want a quieter vibe.
Before locking in your Bournemouth Airport to Bucharest plane ticket, think about the kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Bucharest, with temperatures ranging from 63ºF to 91ºF.
Look for cheap tickets from BOH 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
Once you've booked your flight from Bournemouth Airport to Bucharest, choose a hotel that puts you right where the action is. Make one of these options your base for exploring Bucharest:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. Old Town, Museum of the Palace of the Parliament and The Revolution Square Fountain are top attractions which should be on any good Bucharest itinerary.
Explore more of Romania
Iasi is just one of the many cities in Romania waiting to be discovered after you've seen Bucharest. Around 200 miles away to the north, well-known attractions include Palace of Culture, Saint Nicholas Church and Golia Monastery.
Cluj-Napoca is another favorite destination in Romania and is around 200 miles north-west of Bucharest. No journey is complete without a visit to St. Michael's Church, Hoia Baciu Forest and Banffy Palace.
