Flying from Venice to Bucharest: what you need to know
Venice has two main airports where you can set off on your adventure. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Venice to Bucharest leaving from Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE) or Venice Treviso Airport (TSF).
Hop off your plane in Bucharest at Bucharest Otopeni Airport (OTP) or Bucharest Baneasa Airport (BBU).
Jump on a direct Venice to Bucharest flight and you'll be travelling for an average of 1 hour 55 minutes.
Bucharest's timezone is UTC+2, which makes Bucharest one hour ahead of Venice.
Give yourself enough time to catch your Venice to Bucharest flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months such as September. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
How to find the cheapest flights from Venice to Bucharest
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap Venice to Bucharest flights if you book early. Airlines often have some excellent early bird deals.
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Flying from Venice
Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE)
VCE is about 8 kilometres from central Venice. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 25 minutes.
After a stress-free start to your break? Stay near Venice Marco Polo Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Venice to Bucharest or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Of the flights that depart from Venice Marco Polo Airport, 78% land on time at their destination.
Venice Treviso Airport (TSF)
You can catch a nonstop flight from Venice to Bucharest out of Venice Treviso Airport (TSF). Kick off your travels at TSF and touch down at Bucharest Otopeni Airport (OTP).
Wizz Air Malta offers direct Venice to Bucharest plane tickets from TSF. Book your favourite window seat and arrive at your destination in a single hop.
TSF is about 26 kilometres from central Venice. It'll take 40 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
You're off on holiday, so why not enjoy another night away? Think about kicking back in one of these accommodation options near Venice Treviso Airport the day before your flight from Venice to Bucharest:
When it comes to keeping flights on track, Venice Treviso Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 72%.
Arriving in Bucharest
Bucharest Otopeni Airport (OTP)
Bucharest Otopeni Airport (OTP) to central Bucharest takes around 30 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 16 kilometres away.
It typically takes 35 minutes to get there when travelling by public transport.
If you have a late flight from Venice to Bucharest, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near OTP:
Explore without limits with a Bucharest Otopeni Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Klass Wagen, Pricecarz or Surprice and chase adventure across Bucharest and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Bucharest Otopeni Airport around one week in advance increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Bucharest Baneasa Airport (BBU)
Bucharest Baneasa Airport (BBU) is roughly 8 kilometres from the centre of Bucharest. After your flight from Venice to Bucharest, it'll take you approximately 20 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a taxi or ride-share.
The journey will take approximately 35 minutes on public transport.
There are some comfortable places ready to welcome you near BBU. Tuck yourself in after your Venice to Bucharest flight at any of these well-located options:
Forget about public transport timetables or waiting in a long taxi line. Pick up a Bucharest Baneasa Airport rental car and go in any direction that inspires you. Compare offers from Wheego, Abbycar and ecovia.
Get the lowest price by reserving your ride from BBU two weeks in advance. You can also expect to have a wider range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Bucharest
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Venice to Bucharest. July is the busiest month for a trip to Bucharest. If you like a more relaxed atmosphere, go in March.
The warmest month in Bucharest is August, with temperatures ranging between 17ºC and 34ºC. Book your Venice to Bucharest ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
January has average temperatures of between -9ºC and 8ºC. Look for cheap flights from Venice to Bucharest around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Bucharest
Once you've booked your flight from Venice to Bucharest, take your pick from prime hotels that put you close to the action. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Bucharest:
All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. Caru' cu Bere, Museum of the Palace of the Parliament and National Bank of Romania Museum are attractions you won't want to skip in Bucharest.
Explore more of Romania
Bucharest has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Romania you should also see. About 322 kilometres north of Bucharest, a visit to Iasi will keep your itinerary packed. Check out popular attractions like Galata Monastery, The Catholic Cathedral Saint Mary and Monastery of the Three Holy Hierarchs.
Cluj-Napoca is another must-experience destination in Romania and is around 322 kilometres northwest of Bucharest. No journey is complete without dropping by Saint Michael’s Church, Museum Square and Romanian Orthodox Church of Transfiguration.