Traveling from Tokyo to Bucharest: what you need to know
Tokyo is home to a couple of airports where you can start your adventure. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Tokyo to Bucharest leaving from Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND) or Tokyo Narita Airport (NRT).
When working out where to land in Bucharest, Bucharest Otopeni Airport (OTP) and Bucharest Baneasa Airport (BBU) are the chief entry points.
The timezone in Bucharest is UTC+2, which is seven hours behind Tokyo.
To ensure you don't miss your Tokyo to Bucharest flight, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule to follow.
During popular months such as April, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during high season in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tokyo to Bucharest
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap Tokyo to Bucharest flight. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the nearer your departure date, the more you'll likely pay.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across the month when looking for your plane ticket from Tokyo to Bucharest.
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Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your Tokyo to Bucharest flight results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best.'
Flying from Tokyo
Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND)
We make it easy to book a Tokyo to Bucharest flight with a stopover. To see the options departing from Tokyo Haneda Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to see the sights of the city of your choice. Top stopovers include:
Istanbul Airport (IST)
Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA)
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Located around 10 miles from the center of Tokyo, HND can be reached in about 25 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport is roughly 30 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to Tokyo Haneda Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Tokyo to Bucharest, these accommodation options will put you nice and close to your departure gate:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Tokyo Haneda Airport, 77% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
HND is located at 3丁目 Hanedakuko, Ota.
Tokyo Narita Airport (NRT)
Visit family or friends or just take a moment to recharge with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your Tokyo to Bucharest flight, browse these options when leaving from Tokyo Narita Airport:
Istanbul Airport (IST)
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Ben Gurion Intl Airport (TLV)
On public transport, you can travel from central Tokyo to NRT in around 1 hour. The airport is roughly 40 miles away. Driving will take you about 1 hour 5 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your flight from Tokyo to Bucharest? Relax in a hotel near Tokyo Narita Airport before your vacation officially starts. Consider one of these stays:
73% of flights taking off from Tokyo Narita Airport meet their expected arrival time.
The street address for NRT is 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.
Arriving in Bucharest
Bucharest Otopeni Airport (OTP)
Bucharest Otopeni Airport (OTP) is approximately 10 miles from central Bucharest. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 30 minutes.
It usually takes 35 minutes to get there on public transport.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Tokyo to Bucharest. Stay at one of these accommodation options near OTP instead:
Pick up a Bucharest Otopeni Airport rental car and explore Bucharest and beyond with your own wheels. Klass Wagen, Pricecarz and Surprice are leading providers to choose from here.
For the best deal, book your ride from Bucharest Otopeni Airport about one week ahead of your Tokyo to Bucharest flight.
Bucharest Baneasa Airport (BBU)
Central Bucharest is approximately 5 miles from Bucharest Baneasa Airport (BBU). After your flight from Tokyo to Bucharest has touched down and you've made your way through the terminal, expect a drive of about 20 minutes.
If you hop on public transport, the ride to the center will take you 35 minutes or so.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel close to BBU. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your flight from Tokyo to Bucharest:
Wheego, Abbycar and ecovia make collecting a Bucharest Baneasa Airport rental car quick and easy. These suppliers are located in or around the terminal and will have you on the road before long.
Get the pick of the lot. Booking your ride from BBU two weeks ahead of time often means more savings and a greater range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Bucharest
July is the busiest month for flights from Tokyo to Bucharest. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Bucharest in March.
When booking your Tokyo to Bucharest tickets, think about the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. August is the warmest month in Bucharest, with temperatures ranging from 63ºF to 93ºF.
January has average temperatures of between 16ºF and 46ºF. Search for cheap flights from Tokyo to Bucharest around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Bucharest
Start your Bucharest trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Tokyo to Bucharest, check out our selection of hotels including:
Caru' cu Bere and Museum of the Palace of the Parliament are just the start of the popular attractions to add to your Bucharest to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at National Bank of Romania Museum.
Explore more of Romania
Iasi is just one of the many cities in Romania waiting to be discovered once you've seen Bucharest. Around 200 miles to the north, check out popular attractions including Galata Monastery, The Catholic Cathedral Saint Mary and Monastery of the Three Holy Hierarchs.
If you're eager to discover another major destination in Romania, consider Cluj-Napoca, about 200 miles northwest of Bucharest. Saint Michael’s Church, Museum Square and Romanian Orthodox Church of Transfiguration are among its highlights.