Travelling from Bucharest to Sarajevo International Airport (SJJ): what you need to know
Planning your getaway starts with figuring out where you'll fly out of 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 Sarajevo International Airport (SJJ) taking off from here.
Sarajevo is 1 hour behind Bucharest. Sarajevo International Airport is located in Sarajevo, which operates on the UTC+1 timezone.
Leave enough time to get on your flight from Bucharest to SJJ. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak time like July? Public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Bucharest
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
We make it a piece of cake to plan a flight from Bucharest to SJJ that includes a stopover. To see the options leaving from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Some popular stopovers between OTP and SJJ include:
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW)
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
The journey from central Bucharest to OTP takes around 1 hour and 36 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 21 kilometres in 34 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Need a handy hotel near Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Bucharest to Sarajevo International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure gate:
About Sarajevo International Airport (SJJ)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Bucharest to Sarajevo International Airport, nothing tops 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 options near SJJ:
Getting from Sarajevo International Airport (SJJ) to central Sarajevo
Sarajevo International Airport to the centre of Sarajevo is around 18 minutes by car. It's approximately 8 kilometres away. Discover what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing services.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 53 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bucharest to Sarajevo International Airport (SJJ)
For a one-way ticket from Bucharest to Sarajevo International Airport, Rs16,301 is the best price we've seen. You can also book a return trip starting from Rs34,977. These are the lowest fares right now but could change based on availability.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from Bucharest to SJJ if you book in advance. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest tickets from Bucharest to Sarajevo International Airport across each month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your plans are flexible.
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Make the most of the filters to find your ideal journey. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Bucharest to Sarajevo International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
The best time to fly from Bucharest to Sarajevo International Airport (SJJ)
April is the quietest time of year to fly to Sarajevo. Alternatively, join the crowds and take your trip in August. This is the busiest month for flights from Bucharest to Sarajevo International Airport, but the best time to go is your call.
When booking your flight from Bucharest to SJJ, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Sarajevo, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC to 28ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between -11ºC and 7ºC. Search for cheap flights from Bucharest to Sarajevo International Airport sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Sarajevo
Start your Sarajevo trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Bucharest to Sarajevo International Airport, browse our range of accommodation options including:
Bascarsija and Latin Bridge are just the start of the major attractions to put on your Sarajevo must-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Gazi Husrev-beg Mosque.
Complete your Sarajevo trip with a car rental
We use the same magic that helped you find your cheap flight from Bucharest to Sarajevo International Airport to track down your perfect ride. Check out our car rentals in Sarajevo and easily compare your options. Plus we give you all the info you need to know, from the most popular rental company to the best time to book.