Flying from Bucharest to Tokyo: what you need to know
There are a couple of main airports you can fly out of in Bucharest. Check out your options leaving from Bucharest Otopeni Airport (OTP) or Bucharest Baneasa Airport (BBU) when planning your flight from Bucharest to Tokyo.
When landing in Tokyo, Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND) and Tokyo Narita Airport (NRT) are the primary gateways.
Tokyo's timezone is UTC+9, making Tokyo seven hours ahead of Bucharest.
To ensure you board your Bucharest to Tokyo flight, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule to follow.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bucharest to Tokyo
To find cheap Bucharest to Tokyo flights, book as early as you can. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when tickets first go on sale.
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Flying from Bucharest
Bucharest Otopeni Airport (OTP)
Consider adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper Bucharest to Tokyo flight. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Bucharest Otopeni Airport. Take a pause at one of these popular options:
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Located around 16 kilometres from the centre of Bucharest, OTP can be reached in about 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
Want a convenient hotel near Bucharest Otopeni Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Bucharest to Tokyo, these accommodation options will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Of the flights that depart from Bucharest Otopeni Airport, 78% touch down on time at their destination.
Bucharest Baneasa Airport (BBU)
You can reach BBU from central Bucharest in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 35 minutes to cover the 8 kilometres or so.
Start your holiday sooner with an additional night away from home. Before catching your flight from Bucharest to Tokyo, unwind in one of these hotels near Bucharest Baneasa Airport:
Bucharest Baneasa Airport is known for its commitment to punctuality. 82% of flights out of here make it to their final destination as planned.
Arriving in Tokyo
Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND)
Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND) is approximately 16 kilometres from the centre of Tokyo. If you're catching a taxi or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 25 minutes.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 30 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Bucharest to Tokyo, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near HND:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Tokyo Haneda Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Europcar, Nissan Rent a Car or Times and explore beyond Tokyo's main sights.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Tokyo Haneda Airport around three weeks before your trip.
HND is located at 3丁目 Hanedakuko, Ota.
Tokyo Narita Airport (NRT)
Central Tokyo is about 64 kilometres from Tokyo Narita Airport (NRT). After your flight from Bucharest to Tokyo has landed and you've navigated your way to arrivals, expect a drive of around 1 hour 5 minutes.
If you hop on public transport, you'll reach the centre in 1 hour or so.
There are some great places to lay your head close to NRT. Tuck yourself in after your Bucharest to Tokyo flight at any of these well-located options:
The quickest way to reach your destination is with a Tokyo Narita Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Airport Car Rental, JDM Rent a car or Miki Car Rental and get going in the blink of an eye.
Avoid potential price surges. Securing your ride four weeks ahead of your arrival at NRT can land you a better rate.
Tokyo Narita Airport is located at 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.
Best time to go to Tokyo
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Bucharest to Tokyo. April is the busiest month for a trip to Tokyo. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in March.
Lock in a Bucharest to Tokyo ticket departing in August if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Tokyo to range from 23ºC to 29ºC.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Bucharest to Tokyo in January when temperatures average between 9ºC and 15ºC.
More about Tokyo
After booking your flight from Bucharest to Tokyo, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Tokyo:
All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. TOKYO SKYTREE, Sensho-ji and Ginza Central Street are attractions you won't want to skip in Tokyo.
Explore more of Japan
Tokyo has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Japan you should also see. Around 402 kilometres west of Tokyo, a trip to Osaka will keep your itinerary busy. Start with attractions like Dotonbori, Osaka Castle and Universal Studios Japan.
If you're interested in discovering another corner of Japan, head for Nagoya, roughly 257 kilometres west of Tokyo. Nagoya Castle, Sky Promenade and Port Of Nagoya Public Aquarium are among the biggest draws.
