Travelling from Hamburg Airport (HAM) to Bucharest: what you need to know
Expect to be in the air for 2 hours 40 minutes. That's the average duration of a direct flight from Hamburg Airport to Bucharest.
Bucharest is one hour ahead of Hamburg, where Hamburg Airport is located. Bucharest observes the UTC+2 timezone.
The most popular route is from Hamburg Airport (HAM) to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP). Take your pick of five weekly services between these two airports. Wizz Air Malta offers a 07:15 departure between HAM and OTP.
Leave enough time to catch your HAM to Bucharest flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Delays at security and check-in are likely if you're flying during high season, so give yourself some extra breathing room. A good rule of thumb for peak times? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Direct Hamburg Airport to Bucharest tickets are available for booking. Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) is where you'll be landing.
Wizz Air Malta is a well-known carrier that operates direct flights from Hamburg Airport to Bucharest.
We make it easy to book flight tickets from HAM to Bucharest with a stopover. To see all your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Top stopovers include:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
HAM is around 10 kilometres from central Hamburg. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour 25 minutes.
Have an early flight from Hamburg Airport to Bucharest? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels near HAM:
75.01% of flights departing from Hamburg Airport land at their destination on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Hamburg Airport (HAM) to Bucharest
Rs9,628 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Hamburg Airport to Bucharest flight. A return ticket right now is Rs19,256. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares can change.
Book two months before flying. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from HAM to Bucharest.
June is the best month for landing an incredible deal on Hamburg Airport to Bucharest tickets. If you need to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.
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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 reach the centre driving.
Travelling on public transport typically takes 1 hour 35 minutes.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Hamburg Airport to Bucharest. Stay at one of these accommodation options near OTP instead:
Begin your adventure 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 usual tourist stops.
Booking your ride from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport about one week ahead of your flight from HAM to Bucharest can help you get the lowest rate.
Best time to go to Bucharest
Before locking in your flights from Hamburg Airport to Bucharest, consider which time of year is best for you. High season in Bucharest offers a lively atmosphere and plenty to do, while the low season means you'll get better hotel deals and fewer crowds.
Lock in a Hamburg Airport to Bucharest flight ticket with a departure in August if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 17ºC to 33ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from HAM to Bucharest in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -9ºC and 8ºC on average.
More about Bucharest
Start your Bucharest trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Hamburg Airport to Bucharest, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to know where to start. Old Town, Museum of the Palace of the Parliament and The Revolution Square Fountain are leading attractions which should feature on every Bucharest itinerary.
Explore more of Romania
Iasi is just one of the many cities in Romania waiting to be discovered after you've seen Bucharest. Around 322 kilometres away to the north, top sights here include Palace of Culture, Saint Nicholas Church and Golia Monastery.
Around 322 kilometres north-west of Bucharest, Cluj-Napoca is another essential stop in Romania. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to St. Michael's Church, Hoia Baciu Forest and Banffy Palace.