Travelling from Dubai Airport (DXB) to Bucharest Otopeni Airport (OTP): what you need to know
Around 5 hours 30 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Dubai Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Airport.
Bucharest is two hours behind Dubai and observes the UTC+2 timezone.
Each week, there are 19 Dubai Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Airport flights. If you'd like to be on board as soon as possible, select the 03:30 flydubai flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before flying, the latest flight is at 23:15 with flydubai.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your DXB to OTP flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
You can expect longer lines in popular months like December. 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.
Flydubai is your gateway to exploring Bucharest (and perhaps some other exciting corners of Romania!). Check out the direct flights from Dubai Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Airport offered by this popular airline.
Flydubai is the airline with the highest passenger demand for this route.
The most punctual carrier offering DXB to OTP flights is flydubai. Its services land without delay 71.51% of the time.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Dubai Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Check out these options between DXB and OTP:
Istanbul Airport
Ben Gurion Intl Airport
Baku Heydar Aliyev International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai Airport (DXB) to Bucharest Otopeni Airport (OTP)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Dubai Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Airport flight is ج.م. 4,744. A return fare right now is ج.م. 9,541. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Book one month before your departure date. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from DXB to OTP.
June is the cheapest month for flights from Dubai Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Airport. If you prefer to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.
Snapping up cheap flights from DXB to OTP is a breeze with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when a new deal comes up.
Find the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Dubai Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Dubai Airport (DXB)
When it comes to Dubai Airport's on-time performance, 71% of flights complete their journey on time.
To get to Dubai Airport from central Dubai, it takes about 20 minutes by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 14 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Taking public transport? Expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
Have an early flight from Dubai Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays close to DXB:
Arriving at Bucharest Otopeni Airport (OTP)
Book a hotel near OTP if you're catching a late Dubai Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Travel at your own speed with a Bucharest Otopeni Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Klass Wagen, Pricecarz or Surprice and venture far and wide through Bucharest and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by booking your vehicle from Bucharest Otopeni Airport about one week in advance of your trip.
Getting from Bucharest Otopeni Airport (OTP) to central Bucharest
Bucharest Otopeni Airport is roughly 16 kilometres from central Bucharest. The drive time takes about 30 minutes.
It takes roughly 35 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Bucharest Otopeni Airport (OTP)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Dubai Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Bucharest. If you like a more laid-back vibe, go in March.
Before locking in your flight from Dubai Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Bucharest, with the temperature ranging from 17ºC to 34ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from DXB to OTP in January. Average temperatures are between -9ºC and 8ºC then.
Explore more of Romania
Bucharest is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Romania waiting to be explored. About 322 kilometres north of Bucharest, a visit to Iasi will keep your itinerary packed. Start with attractions like Galata Monastery, The Catholic Cathedral Saint Mary and Monastery of the Three Holy Hierarchs.
If you're ready to explore another corner of Romania, consider Cluj-Napoca, about 322 kilometres north-west of Bucharest. St. Michael's Church, Museum Square and Romanian Orthodox Church of Transfiguration are highlights.
