Flying from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP): what you need to know
Bucharest is six hours ahead of Ottawa and observes the UTC+2 timezone.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your YOW 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.
Flying during a peak time like July? Public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport flight is 312 €. A return ticket is currently 671 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from YOW to OTP if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird deals.
Finding cheap flights from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport is easier if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the best prices across each month and score a great deal.
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Handy information about Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
You'll find YOW at 50 Airport Road.
When it comes to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 58.21% of flights complete their journey on time.
To reach Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport from central Ottawa, it takes around 20 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 13 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a journey time of about 45 minutes when using public transport.
Looking for a handy hotel near YOW? If you're catching an early flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Arriving at Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on an Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near OTP instead:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Klass Wagen, Pricecarz or Surprice and explore beyond Bucharest's main sights.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport about one week ahead of your departure.
Getting from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) to central Bucharest
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport is roughly 21 kilometres from the centre of Bucharest. The drive time takes about 35 minutes.
Travelling by public transport will take you roughly 1 hour 35 minutes.
When to fly to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Bucharest. If you're after a more low-key vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Bucharest is August, with temperatures ranging between 17ºC (63ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Book your flights from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
January sees average temperatures of between -9ºC (16ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF). Look for cheap tickets from YOW to OTP sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Romania
You've visited Bucharest, now it's time to discover other corners of Romania. Journey about 322 kilometres north to Iasi to check off its top attractions. From Palace of Culture to Saint Nicholas Church and Golia Monastery, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If you want to check out another side of Romania, head for Cluj-Napoca, about 322 kilometres north-west of Bucharest. St. Michael's Church, Hoia Baciu Forest and Banffy Palace are key reasons to visit.