Travelling from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) to New York: what you need to know
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport is located in Bucharest. Operating on the UTC-4 timezone, New York is 6 hours behind Bucharest.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your flight from OTP to New York.
Be prepared for longer lines in popular months such as July and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your journey — and perhaps even explore a different city. When searching for flights from OTP to New York, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Some popular options include:
Brussels Airport (BRU)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
To visit United States for tourism purposes, you'll need an embassy visa if you have a passport from Romania. However, visa rules can change and other documentation may be needed depending on the purpose and length of your trip. Always check the most recent guidelines before reserving your cheap ticket from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to New York.
OTP is about 21 kilometres from central Bucharest. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 34 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour and 36 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to New York? Avoid rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to OTP:
How to find the cheapest flights from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) to New York
195 € is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to New York. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 356 €. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares could change.
To find cheap tickets from OTP to New York, book in advance. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first made available.
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Airports in New York
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to central New York takes around 28 minutes by car. It's approximately 24 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre on public transport typically takes 1 hour and 11 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to New York, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near EWR:
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) is around 48 kilometres from the centre of New York. After your flight from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to New York, it'll take you around 48 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
You can also travel using public transport, which will take approximately 1 hour and 20 minutes.
After your flight from OTP to New York, rest your head at a hotel close to JFK. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to New York
It's time to figure out your dates for your flight from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to New York. August is the busiest month to visit New York. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in February.
Before you book a flight from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to New York, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in New York, with the temperature ranging from 18ºC to 30ºC.
Search for cheap flights from OTP to New York in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -6ºC and 8ºC on average.
More about New York
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in New York right here. Browse these options after locking in your flight from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to New York:
All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. Statue of Liberty, Central Park and Empire State Building are essential stops on your New York itinerary.
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