Traveling from Washington DC to Bucharest: what you need to know
You can choose from multiple airports when planning your flight from Washington DC to Bucharest. Check out your options for jetting out of Washington DC from Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA), Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) and Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI).
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) is the primary arrival point in Bucharest.
Bucharest is six hours ahead of Washington DC and is in the UTC+2 timezone.
To ensure you make your Washington DC to Bucharest flight, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Flying during a peak time like February? Popular periods (like Thanksgiving, Christmas/New Year and spring break) can easily add an hour at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington DC to Bucharest
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Flying from Washington DC
Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)
The journey from central Washington DC to DCA takes about 45 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 4 miles in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
After a stress-free start to your break? Stay near Ronald Reagan National Airport. Whether you're taking an early flight from Washington DC to Bucharest or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Of the departures from Ronald Reagan National Airport, 76.44% land on schedule at their destination.
DCA is located at 1 Aviation Circle.
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Visit friends or family or just take a moment to stretch your legs with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your Washington DC to Bucharest flight, here's where you can stop when heading out from Washington Dulles International Airport:
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Zurich Airport (ZRH)
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
IAD is about 25 miles from central Washington DC. It takes 50 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city center. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
You're going on vacation, so why not book an extra night away? Think about staying at one of these hotels near Washington Dulles International Airport the day before your flight from Washington DC to Bucharest:
74.39% of flights taking off from Washington Dulles International Airport meet their expected arrival time.
You'll find IAD at 1 Saarinen Circle.
Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)
You can reserve a ticket from Washington DC to Bucharest out of Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) with a stopover. London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is a popular transfer point.
BWI is roughly 25 miles from central Washington DC. The drive from the city center to the airport takes about 50 minutes. If you're thinking about using public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour 30 minutes.
Sleep a little longer and still make your Washington DC to Bucharest flight with time to spare. These hotels near Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport make it a breeze to get to the terminal if you're setting off early:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that measures how often flights touch down as expected. At BWI, that figure is 77.13%.
Arriving in Bucharest
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) to central Bucharest takes about 35 minutes to reach by car. The center is roughly 10 miles away.
Traveling to the center on public transport takes about 1 hour 35 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Washington DC to Bucharest, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these accommodation options near OTP:
Grab a Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport rental car and discover Bucharest and beyond with your own wheels. Klass Wagen, Pricecarz and Surprice are well-known companies you can book with here.
For the lowest price, book your ride from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport about one week ahead of your Washington DC to Bucharest flight.
Best time to go to Bucharest
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Washington DC to Bucharest. July is the most popular month to visit Bucharest. If you prefer a more peaceful vibe, go in April.
Before locking in your Washington DC to Bucharest tickets, consider the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Bucharest, with temperatures ranging from 63ºF to 91ºF.
Search for cheap flights from Washington DC 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 lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Bucharest right here. Check out these options after you've booked your flight from Washington DC to Bucharest:
Museum of the Palace of the Parliament and Old Town are just the start of the popular attractions to put on your Bucharest to-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Herastrau Park.
Explore more of Romania
Bucharest will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other parts of Romania just waiting to be discovered. About 200 miles north of Bucharest, a visit to Iasi will fill your itinerary to the brim. Don't miss top attractions like Palace of Culture, Saint Nicholas Church and Golia Monastery.
If you're eager to discover another side of Romania, consider Cluj-Napoca, about 200 miles north-west of Bucharest. St. Michael's Church, Hoia Baciu Forest and Banffy Palace are among its highlights.