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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like London Stansted to Bucharest Otopeni flights are currently cheapest in May.

Direct flights from London Stansted to Bucharest Otopeni

London Stansted to Bucharest Otopeni: Alternative routes

Compare routes from London Stansted to Bucharest below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Bucharest Otopeni.

London to Bucharest: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found44 €
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time3 hrs, 8 mins
Most popular airlineRyanair
Average flights per week38

Finding cheap flights from London Stansted to Bucharest Otopeni: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from London Stansted to Bucharest Otopeni is 44 €. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
3 hours and 8 minutes is the average flight time from London Stansted to Bucharest Otopeni.
Ryanair and Malta Air fly direct from London Stansted to Bucharest Otopeni.
As of April 2025, there are 38 flights per week flying from London Stansted to Bucharest Otopeni.
The cheapest month to fly from London Stansted to Bucharest Otopeni is usually April 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from London Stansted Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Airport on Saturday, 10 May 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 8 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Bucharest Otopeni but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Bucharest is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Ryanair offers the cheapest flight tickets to Bucharest Otopeni.

Flying from Stansted Airport (STN) to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP): what you need to know

  • Around 3 hours 5 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Stansted Airport to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport.

  • The timezone in Bucharest is UTC+2, which is two hours ahead of London.

  • Flights from STN to OTP start at 05:55 — the earliest with Ryanair. The last departure is at 20:10 with Ryanair. Overall, there are 34 weekly Stansted Airport to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport flights.

  • Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your STN 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.

  • During popular months like August, it's best to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.

  • Jetting into Bucharest (and then discovering more of Romania!) is a breeze with Ryanair. This popular airline has direct flights from Stansted Airport to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport.

  • Ryanair has the highest passenger demand on this route.

  • Ryanair is the most punctual carrier operating STN to OTP flights, with 72.15% of its services reaching their destination on time.

  • Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Stansted Airport to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between STN and OTP:

    • Vienna International Airport

    • Pisa International Airport

    • Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Stansted Airport (STN) to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)

  • Currently, 22 € is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Stansted Airport to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is 44 €. Remember that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • Book seven months before you travel. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from STN to OTP.

  • The cheapest month for flights from Stansted Airport to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have a flexible schedule.

  • Save time searching for cheap flights from STN to OTP by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification through the app when a special offer becomes available.

  • Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Stansted Airport to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport.

Handy information about Stansted Airport (STN)

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of Stansted Airport, 64.73% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.

  • To reach Stansted Airport from central London, it takes about 1 hour by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 64 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • You can expect a trip time of about 1 hour 25 minutes on public transport.

  • Get your journey off to a leisurely start by staying near STN. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Stansted Airport to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are ideal:

Arriving at Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)

  • The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Stansted Airport to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near OTP instead:

  • Hit the road running by picking up a Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Klass Wagen, Pricecarz or Surprice and experience the lesser-explored corners of Bucharest and beyond.

  • To get the lowest price, book your vehicle from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport about one week before you travel.

Getting from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) to central Bucharest

  • From Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport, Bucharest is approximately 21 kilometres away. It takes around 35 minutes to get to the centre driving.

  • Getting to the centre on public transport takes about 1 hour 35 minutes.

When to fly to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)

  • It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Stansted Airport to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Bucharest. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in April.

  • Before locking in your flight from Stansted Airport to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Bucharest, with the temperature ranging from 17ºC (63ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).

  • January sees average temperatures of between -9ºC (16ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF). Look for cheap tickets from STN to OTP around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.

Explore more of Romania

  • You've seen Bucharest, now it's time to discover more of Romania. Travel around 322 kilometres north to Iasi to check off its must-visit sights. From Palace of Culture to Saint Nicholas Church and Golia Monastery, your itinerary will be busy.

  • Cluj-Napoca is another well-known destination in Romania and is around 322 kilometres north-west of Bucharest. No journey is complete without dropping by St. Michael's Church, Hoia Baciu Forest and Banffy Palace.

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