Travelling from Bucharest to Seoul: what you need to know
Planning your trip starts with figuring out where you'll leave from in Bucharest. Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) is the city's main base, so explore your options for reserving a flight from Bucharest to Seoul jetting off from here.
Arrive in Seoul at Incheon International Airport (ICN) or Gimpo International Airport (GMP).
Seoul's timezone is UTC+9, making Seoul seven hours ahead of Bucharest.
For a stress-free start to your trip, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your Bucharest to Seoul flight.
During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during high season in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bucharest to Seoul
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap Bucharest to Seoul flights if you book in advance. Airlines often have some great early bird deals.
Getting cheap plane tickets from Bucharest to Seoul is easy if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the best prices throughout the month and score a great deal.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from Bucharest to Seoul by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Find an affordable Bucharest to Seoul flight with the help of our filters. Select your preferred duration, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.
Flying from Bucharest
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
Consider adding a stopover to potentially save money on your Bucharest to Seoul flight. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular airports:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW)
Located around 16 kilometres from the centre of Bucharest, OTP can be reached in about 35 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 35 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Bucharest to Seoul? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport:
Of all flights departing from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport, 71.27% land on schedule at their destination.
Arriving in Seoul
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
From Incheon International Airport (ICN), central Seoul is approximately 48 kilometres away.
It typically takes 1 hour 45 minutes to get there on public transport.
Reserve a hotel close to ICN if you have a late flight from Bucharest to Seoul. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Travel at your own speed with an Incheon International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from WECAR, Hi Rent A Car or Alamo and experience more of Seoul and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by booking your ride from Incheon International Airport about four weeks before your departure date.
Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
If you're staying in Seoul's centre (or just want to start sightseeing straight away), the city is around 16 kilometres from Gimpo International Airport (GMP). Keep an eye out for any visitor information kiosks for help with directions after hopping off your flight from Bucharest to Seoul.
The journey will take roughly 1 hour 5 minutes on public transport.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel near GMP. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your flight from Bucharest to Seoul:
Forget about inconvenient public transport schedules or waiting in a long cab line. Pick up a Gimpo International Airport rental car and take your trip in whatever direction you choose. Check out the availability and rates from GOGO Rent a Car, Gogo Rental Car Seoul and Hi Rent A Car.
Get the lowest price by securing your ride from GMP one week ahead of time. You can also expect to have a greater range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Seoul
July is the busiest month for flights from Bucharest to Seoul. To escape the crowds, go to Seoul in April.
The warmest month in Seoul is August, with temperatures ranging between 19ºC and 32ºC. Lock in your Bucharest to Seoul ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
Search for cheap flights from Bucharest to Seoul in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -12ºC and 4ºC on average.
More about Seoul
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Seoul right here. Explore these options once you've booked your flight from Bucharest to Seoul:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. Gyeongbokgung Palace, Bukchon Hanok Village and N Seoul Tower are major attractions which should be on every Seoul itinerary.
Explore more of South Korea
You've seen Seoul, now it's time to discover other corners of South Korea. Journey around 322 kilometres south-east to Busan to check off its top sights. From Haeundae Beach to Gamcheon Culture Village and Beomeosa Temple, your itinerary will be busy.
Incheon is another standout destination in South Korea and is around 56 kilometres west of Seoul. No trip is complete without a visit to Lawn Square of Incheon International Airport, Yeongjong Sky City No.23 Park and 스카이72 GC 바다코스.
