Flying from Belgrad Nikola Tesla Airport (BEG) to Bucharest: what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Belgrad Nikola Tesla Airport to Bucharest is 1 hour 27 minutes.
The timezone in Bucharest is UTC+2. The city is 1 hour ahead of Belgrade, where Belgrad Nikola Tesla Airport is located.
With 23 flights a week between the two airports, Belgrad Nikola Tesla Airport (BEG) to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) is the most popular route. Air Serbia operates the earliest flight at 00:40. If you'd like to get more out of your day before leaving, the last flight from BEG to OTP is with TAROM at 15:40.
To ensure you get on your flight from BEG to Bucharest, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months like August, it's wise to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during peak periods in general.
You can get a direct flight from Belgrad Nikola Tesla Airport to Bucharest. Begin your journey at BEG and arrive at Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP).
Look out for deals with Air Serbia. This airline operates direct flights from Belgrad Nikola Tesla Airport to Bucharest.
We make it easy to plan a flight from BEG to Bucharest that includes a stopover. To see all your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply choose a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Top stopovers include:
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
You can visit Romania for tourism purposes without a visa if you have a passport from Serbia. But before reserving your cheap tickets from Belgrad Nikola Tesla Airport to Bucharest, make sure you have the latest information. Visa rules can change, and you may require some documentation if your trip is for work or another reason.
BEG is around 18 kilometres from central Belgrade. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 22 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 48 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Belgrad Nikola Tesla Airport to Bucharest? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels near BEG:
How to find the cheapest flights from Belgrad Nikola Tesla Airport (BEG) to Bucharest
44 € is the best price for a one-way ticket from Belgrad Nikola Tesla Airport to Bucharest. Return flights start from 81 €. These fares can change based on demand.
Book 2 months before your departure date. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from BEG to Bucharest.
October is the cheapest month for tickets from Belgrad Nikola Tesla Airport to Bucharest. If you want to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
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Airports in Bucharest
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) is around 21 kilometres from central Bucharest. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is around 34 minutes.
Getting to the centre on public transport takes around 1 hour and 36 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Belgrad Nikola Tesla Airport to Bucharest, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these accommodation options near OTP:
Best time to go to Bucharest
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Belgrad Nikola Tesla Airport to Bucharest. July is the busiest month to travel to Bucharest. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
Book your flight from Belgrad Nikola Tesla Airport to Bucharest for August to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 17ºC to 33ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from BEG to Bucharest in January when temperatures average between -9ºC and 8ºC.
More about Bucharest
After locking in your flight from Belgrad Nikola Tesla Airport to Bucharest, think about where you'd like to stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Bucharest:
All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. Old Town, Herastrau Park and Romanian Athenaeum (Ateneul Roman) are must-do's during your Bucharest adventure.
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