Flying from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to Bucharest: what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Cairo International Airport to Bucharest and you'll be traveling for around 2 hours 45 minutes.
Bucharest and Cairo (where Cairo International Airport is located) are both in the UTC+2 timezone. That means you won't have to adjust your watch after you land.
Cairo International Airport (CAI) to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) is the most traveled route, with four weekly departures to pick from. You can travel from CAI to OTP at 03:30 with TAROM.
Give yourself enough time to make your CAI to Bucharest flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Heading away during a peak period like school or public holidays? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. To give yourself peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Direct Cairo International Airport to Bucharest tickets are available for booking. Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) will be where your journey ends.
Look out for promotions from TAROM. This airline operates direct flights from Cairo International Airport to Bucharest.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially unlock a cheaper plane ticket from CAI to Bucharest. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these connection hubs:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
CAI is about 11 miles from central Cairo. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the center, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour 25 minutes.
Searching for a hotel near CAI? If you're catching an early flight from Cairo International Airport to Bucharest, these accommodation options set you up for a seamless send-off:
63.38% of flights taking off from Cairo International Airport make it to their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to Bucharest
$103 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Cairo International Airport to Bucharest flight. A round-trip ticket right now is $228. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares can change.
To pick up cheap flights from CAI to Bucharest, book your journey five months before your planned departure.
Schedule your trip for September. That's the best month for scoring a bargain on Cairo International Airport to Bucharest tickets. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to access the lowest price across 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.
If you're traveling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 35 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Cairo International 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 snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near OTP:
Go where the road takes you with a Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Klass Wagen, Pricecarz or Surprice and venture far and wide through Bucharest and beyond.
To get the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport around one week ahead of your flight from CAI to Bucharest.
Best time to go to Bucharest
Travel to Bucharest during the high season if you prefer a busy atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices are typically higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Cairo International Airport to Bucharest during the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.
Before booking a Cairo International 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.
Search for cheap tickets from CAI to Bucharest in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 16ºF and 46ºF on average.
More about Bucharest
Start your Bucharest trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Cairo International Airport to Bucharest, browse our range of hotels including:
Old Town and Museum of the Palace of the Parliament are just two of the leading attractions to put on your Bucharest itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out The Revolution Square Fountain.
Explore more of Romania
Iasi is just one of the many places in Romania waiting to be discovered once you've seen Bucharest. Around 200 miles away to the north, top sights here 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 dropping by St. Michael's Church, Hoia Baciu Forest and Banffy Palace.
