Traveling from Palese Airport (BRI) to Bucharest: what you need to know
Expect to be in the air for 1 hour 50 minutes. That's the average duration of a direct flight from Palese Airport to Bucharest.
Palese Airport is located in Bari. Following the UTC+2 timezone, Bucharest is one hour ahead of Bari.
Palese Airport (BRI) to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) is the most popular route, with 11 flights a week to pick from. If you prefer a later start to the day, the last flight from BRI to OTP is with Wizz Air Malta at 22:50. Choose the first departure with Wizz Air Malta at 09:05 if you want to get on your way earlier.
To avoid rushing for your BRI to Bucharest flight, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
If you're jetting off during a public holiday or another peak period, allow for even more 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.
Direct Palese Airport to Bucharest tickets are available for booking. Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) is where you'll be landing.
Wizz Air Malta is a leading airline that offers direct flights from Palese Airport to Bucharest.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your journey and maybe even explore a different city. When searching for plane tickets from BRI to Bucharest, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Top options include:
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
BRI is about 6 miles from central Bari. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the center, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 45 minutes.
Want an easy start to your journey? Stay near BRI. Whether you have an early flight from Palese Airport to Bucharest or don't want departure day to feel hectic, these hotels have you covered:
72.39% of flights that take off from Palese Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Palese Airport (BRI) to Bucharest
$19 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Palese Airport to Bucharest flight. A round-trip ticket right now is $40. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Book one month before you want to fly. Research on pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from BRI to Bucharest.
May is the best month for nabbing a fantastic deal on Palese Airport to Bucharest tickets. If you'd like to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.
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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.
Getting there on public transport takes about 1 hour 35 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Palese Airport to Bucharest, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near OTP:
Pick up 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 top outlets to choose from here.
Booking your vehicle from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport about one week ahead of your flight from BRI to Bucharest can help you secure the lowest rate.
Best time to go to Bucharest
Carefully consider your travel dates before booking your flight from Palese Airport to Bucharest. The city buzzes in high season, but rates are often higher and top attractions can be busy. Visit Bucharest in low season if you want a quieter vibe.
Lock in a Palese Airport to Bucharest plane ticket with a departure in August if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 63ºF to 91ºF.
Search for cheap tickets from BRI to Bucharest in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. 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 top stays in Bucharest right here. Check out these options after you've booked your flight from Palese Airport to Bucharest:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be tricky to work out where to start. Old Town, Museum of the Palace of the Parliament and The Revolution Square Fountain are highlights which should feature on any good Bucharest itinerary.
Explore more of Romania
Bucharest has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Romania waiting to be discovered. Around 200 miles north of Bucharest, a visit to Iasi will keep your itinerary busy. Start with attractions like 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 trip is complete without seeing St. Michael's Church, Hoia Baciu Forest and Banffy Palace.
