Flying from Dubai Airport (DXB) to Bucharest: what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Dubai Airport to Bucharest is 4 hours 50 minutes.
Dubai Airport is located in Dubai. Based in the UTC+2 timezone, Bucharest is two hours behind Dubai.
The most popular route is from Dubai Airport (DXB) to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP). You can select from 20 weekly services between these two airports. If you'd like to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from DXB to OTP is the 03:30 flydubai service. If you'd rather travel later, the final departure is at 23:15 with flydubai.
For a relaxed start to your DXB to Bucharest flight, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
If you're flying during a bank holiday or another peak period, allow for even more time. A good general rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at check-in and security will be longer.
Begin your journey at DXB and travel nonstop to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP). That will be your arrival point when searching for Dubai Airport to Bucharest tickets.
flydubai is a well-known carrier that offers direct flights from Dubai Airport to Bucharest.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially score a cheaper flight ticket from DXB to Bucharest. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these connection hubs:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV)
Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD)
Travelling from central Dubai to DXB takes around 50 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 10 kilometres in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a stress-free start to your travels? Stay near DXB. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Dubai Airport to Bucharest or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are all about convenience:
When it comes to Dubai Airport's on-time performance, data shows 74.31% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai Airport (DXB) to Bucharest
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Dubai Airport to Bucharest flight is Rs23,455. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs47,154. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To score cheap flights from DXB to Bucharest, reserve your journey two months before your departure date.
June is the best month for scoring an awesome deal on Dubai Airport to Bucharest tickets. If you need to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.
Picking up a cheap flight from DXB to Bucharest is a breeze with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic notifications and we'll let you know when the price has dropped.
Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Dubai Airport to Bucharest.
Airports in Bucharest
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
The distance from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) to central Bucharest is roughly 21 kilometres. It takes about 35 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 35 minutes.
Think about booking a hotel near OTP if you have a late flight from Dubai Airport to Bucharest. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer:
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 experience the lesser-explored corners of Bucharest and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport around one week ahead of your flight from DXB to Bucharest.
Best time to go to Bucharest
Visit Bucharest in high season if you prefer a busy atmosphere, but remember that prices are usually higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Dubai Airport to Bucharest during low season when prices are cheaper and it's quieter.
Book a Dubai Airport to Bucharest flight ticket with a departure in August if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 17ºC to 33ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from DXB to Bucharest in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -9ºC and 8ºC on average.
More about Bucharest
Start your Bucharest trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Dubai Airport to Bucharest, explore our selection of hotels including:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. Old Town, Museum of the Palace of the Parliament and The Revolution Square Fountain are major attractions which should feature on any good Bucharest itinerary.
Explore more of Romania
Iasi is just one of the many cities in Romania waiting to be discovered once you've seen Bucharest. Around 322 kilometres away to the north, its best attractions include Palace of Culture, Saint Nicholas Church and Golia Monastery.
Cluj-Napoca is another favourite destination in Romania and is around 322 kilometres north-west of Bucharest. No trip is complete without dropping by St. Michael's Church, Hoia Baciu Forest and Banffy Palace.
