Flying from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to London Gatwick Airport is 3 hours 40 minutes.
The timezone in London is UTC+0, which is two hours behind Bucharest.
Flights from OTP to LGW start at 11:40 — the earliest with Wizz Air Malta. The last departure is at 12:50 with Wizz Air Malta. In total, you can choose from 20 weekly Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to London Gatwick Airport flights.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your OTP to LGW flight.
You can expect longer queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Traveling to London (and then exploring more of United Kingdom!) is a breeze with Wizz Air Malta. This popular carrier has direct flights from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to London Gatwick Airport.
The airline that tops the list for bookings on this route is Wizz Air Malta.
If you want to add a stop to your trip, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to London Gatwick Airport. These are the top stopovers between OTP and LGW:
Frankfurt Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
At the moment, $42 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to London Gatwick Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $103. Remember that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book six months before you want to fly. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from OTP to LGW.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to London Gatwick Airport. If you prefer to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from OTP to LGW by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when fares go down.
Select your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to London Gatwick Airport.
Handy information about Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
71.27% of flights taking off from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport reach their destination on time.
Central Bucharest to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport is approximately 13 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 35 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 35 minutes.
Get your vacation off to a leisurely start by staying near OTP. Whether you have an early flight from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to London Gatwick Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to London Gatwick Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near LGW instead:
Grab a London Gatwick Airport rental car and discover London and beyond with your own wheels. Green Motion, U-Save and Drivalia are popular providers you can book with here.
Reserving your vehicle from London Gatwick Airport about three weeks in advance can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to central London
From London Gatwick Airport, London is approximately 50 miles away. It takes around 1 hour 20 minutes to reach the center by car.
Getting to the center by public transport typically takes 1 hour 25 minutes.
When to fly to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to London Gatwick Airport. August is the busiest month to visit London. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in January.
Book your flight from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to London Gatwick Airport for July if you want to visit London during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 52ºF and 79ºF.
January has average temperatures of between 32ºF and 48ºF. Search for cheap tickets from OTP to LGW sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of United Kingdom
You've seen London, now it's time to discover more of United Kingdom. Journey around 100 miles north-west to Birmingham to tick off its popular sights. From Cadbury World to The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 110 miles west of London, Bristol is another essential stop in United Kingdom. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Clifton Suspension Bridge, Cabot Tower and Brandon Hill Nature Park.