Flying from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) to Santorini International Airport (JTR): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Santorini International Airport is 2 hours.
Santorini (Thira)'s timezone is UTC+2, which is the same as Bucharest.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your OTP to JTR flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
Flying during a peak time like July? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Wizz Air Malta has direct flights from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Santorini International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to tick off the sights in Santorini (Thira) — and maybe even more of Greece if time allows.
The airline most travelers fly with on this route is Wizz Air Malta.
If you'd like to include a stop along the way, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Santorini International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between OTP and JTR:
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) to Santorini International Airport (JTR)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Santorini International Airport flight is $36. A round-trip fare is currently $103. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
To secure cheap tickets from OTP to JTR, reserve your trip eight months ahead of your departure.
The cheapest month for flights from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Santorini International Airport is July. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have flexible dates.
Landing cheap flights from OTP to JTR is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as a lower fare pops up.
Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Santorini International Airport.
Handy information about Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
Of the flights that depart from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport, 71.27% touch down on time at their destination.
To get to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport from central Bucharest, it takes around 35 minutes if you're traveling by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 13 miles from the airport to the city center.
The journey on public transport will take about 1 hour 35 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel near OTP? If you're catching an early flight from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Santorini International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Santorini International Airport (JTR)
If you're landing on a late Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Santorini International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed shortly after at one of these accommodation options near JTR:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Santorini International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Goldcar, CarQ or Centauro and explore beyond Santorini (Thira)'s main sights.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Santorini International Airport around three weeks before your trip.
Getting from Santorini International Airport (JTR) to central Santorini (Thira)
Santorini International Airport is approximately 3 miles from the center of Santorini (Thira). The drive time takes around 10 minutes.
When to fly to Santorini International Airport (JTR)
The quietest month for a flight from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Santorini International Airport is February, while July is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Santorini (Thira) based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Lock in your flight from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Santorini International Airport for August if you'd like to explore Santorini (Thira) during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 73ºF and 81ºF.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from OTP to JTR in January. Temperatures average between 50ºF and 61ºF then.
Explore more of Greece
You've visited Santorini (Thira), now it's time to explore other corners of Greece. Journey about 140 miles north-west to Athens to check off its must-visit sights. From Museum of the Center for the Acropolis Studies to Acropolis of Athens and The Parthenon, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If you're eager to discover another major stop in Greece, consider Larisa, about 280 miles north-west of Santorini (Thira). Agioi Saranta, Saint George Orthodox Church and Second Ancient Theatre are among the biggest draws.
