Flying from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH): what you need to know
A direct flight from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport takes on average 1 hour 45 minutes. Athens's timezone is UTC+2 — identical to Bucharest.
There are 39 flights from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport weekly. Get the 07:35 flight if you want to be on your way as early as possible. If you're keen to make the most of your day before leaving, the latest flight from OTP to ATH is at 23:45.
During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during a high season in general.
Traveling to Athens (and discovering more of Greece!) is easy with TAROM. This popular carrier has direct flights from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport.
If you prefer a stopover for your flight from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' and explore your options. These are the top stopovers between OTP and ATH:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
Thessaloniki International Airport
Belgrad Nikola Tesla Airport
Don't forget, you may need a visa to enter Greece. Visa regulations vary and travel documentation requirements are always changing. Before reserving your cheap ticket from OTP to ATH, be sure to check with your carrier and your destination country's local embassy or consulate for up-to-date information.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is C$45. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$94. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Get cheap flight tickets from OTP to ATH by booking 11 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
Schedule your trip for July. That's the cheapest month for flight tickets from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest airfare across every month.
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Take advantage of filters to find the right journey for you. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport is about 21 kilometres from central Bucharest. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the center, it'll take 34 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour and 36 minutes.
Want an easy start to your vacation? Stay near OTP. Whether you've booked an early flight from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. Reserve one of these accommodation options near ATH instead:
Getting from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to central Athens
From Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, Athens is approximately 40 kilometres away. It takes around 37 minutes to reach the center driving.
Getting to the center on public transport takes around 59 minutes.
When to fly to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. August is the most popular month to visit Athens. If you like a more peaceful vibe, go in February.
When reserving your flight from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Athens, with temperatures ranging from 22ºC to 37ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 4ºC and 14ºC. Look for cheap flight tickets from OTP to ATH sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Athens
Start your Athens trip right by finding the perfect stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from OTP to ATH, have a look at our selection of accommodation options including:
Museum of the Center for the Acropolis Studies and Acropolis of Athens are just the start of the popular attractions to put on your Athens travel itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to The Parthenon.
Complete your Athens trip with hotels and a car rental
You've got your cheap ticket to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport — next up is finding somewhere to stay, and perhaps even your own set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the top hotels and car rental deals in Athens.