Flying from Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL) to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP): what you need to know
Around 2 hours 45 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Brussels S. Charleroi Airport to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport.
Bucharest is one hour ahead of Brussels and follows the UTC+2 timezone.
Choose from 30 weekly Brussels S. Charleroi Airport to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport flights. The 06:30 departure with Ryanair is the earliest you can take. Wizz Air Malta operates the last service of the day at 21:45.
Give yourself enough time to make your CRL to OTP flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
Ryanair offers direct flights from Brussels S. Charleroi Airport to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to tick off the sights in Bucharest — and maybe even more of Romania if your schedule allows.
Ryanair is the airline most travellers choose to fly with on this route.
Ryanair is the most punctual carrier that offers CRL to OTP flights, with 70.15% of its services arriving on schedule.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Brussels S. Charleroi Airport to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between CRL and OTP include:
Sofia Airport
Cluj-Napoca International Airport
Orio al Serio International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL) to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Brussels S. Charleroi Airport to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport flight is Rs6,396. A return plane ticket is currently Rs12,663. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Get cheap tickets from CRL to OTP by booking six months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Brussels S. Charleroi Airport to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have a flexible travel schedule.
Save time searching for cheap flights from CRL to OTP by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a new low fare is offered.
Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Brussels S. Charleroi Airport to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport.
Handy information about Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL)
Of the flights that depart from Brussels S. Charleroi Airport, 71.71% arrive on time at their destination.
Brussels S. Charleroi Airport is about 56 kilometres from central Brussels. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 55 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 35 minutes.
Get your trip off to a hassle-free start by staying near CRL. Whether you've booked an early flight from Brussels S. Charleroi Airport to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
If you're getting in on a late Brussels S. Charleroi Airport to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these options near OTP:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Klass Wagen, Pricecarz or Surprice and experience the lesser-explored corners of Bucharest and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport around one week before you travel.
Getting from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) to central Bucharest
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to the centre of Bucharest has a drive time of around 35 minutes. It's approximately 21 kilometres away.
Getting there on public transport takes about 1 hour 35 minutes.
When to fly to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
July is the most popular month for flights from Brussels S. Charleroi Airport to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, travel to Bucharest in April.
Lock in your flight from Brussels S. Charleroi Airport to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport for August if you'd like to explore Bucharest during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 17ºC and 33ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from CRL to OTP in January. Temperatures average between -9ºC and 8ºC then.
Explore more of Romania
You've visited 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, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 322 kilometres north-west of Bucharest, Cluj-Napoca is another favourite stop in Romania. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to St. Michael's Church, Hoia Baciu Forest and Banffy Palace.