Flying from Bucharest to Montpellier Mediterranee Airport (MPL): What you need to know
Planning your holiday starts with working out where you'll fly out of in Bucharest. Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) is the city's main airport, so check out your options for reserving a flight from Bucharest to Montpellier Mediterranee Airport (MPL) leaving from here.
The timezone in Montpellier is UTC+1, which is one hour behind Bucharest. Montpellier Mediterranee Airport is located in Montpellier.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your flight from Bucharest to MPL.
Heading away during a peak period like public or school holidays? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. To give yourself peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Bucharest
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
You might be able to make your cheap flight from Bucharest to MPL even cheaper by adding a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search to explore stopover cities along the route. Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) is an option when taking off from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP).
The journey from central Bucharest to OTP takes about 1 hour 35 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 21 kilometres in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Searching for a comfortable hotel close to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Bucharest to Montpellier Mediterranee Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping just around the corner from the terminal:
71.27% of flights that take off from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport arrive at their destination on time.
About Montpellier Mediterranee Airport (MPL)
Reserve a hotel close to MPL if you have a late flight from Bucharest to Montpellier Mediterranee Airport. Select one of these options and be under the covers in no time flat:
Travel at your own speed with a Montpellier Mediterranee Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Keddy By Europcar, Alamo or Europcar and venture far and wide through Montpellier and beyond.
Booking your ride around two weeks in advance of your Bucharest to Montpellier Mediterranee Airport flight can help you get a cheaper deal.
Getting from Montpellier Mediterranee Airport (MPL) to central Montpellier
Montpellier Mediterranee Airport is around 8 kilometres from central Montpellier. The time it takes to get to the centre in a cab or car hire depends on the time of day. Do a little research beforehand.
Travelling by public transport takes about 1 hour.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bucharest to Montpellier Mediterranee Airport (MPL)
$147 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Bucharest to Montpellier Mediterranee Airport. Return flights start at $286. These fares may change depending on demand and availability.
Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Bucharest to MPL. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more it could cost you.
Cheap Bucharest to Montpellier Mediterranee Airport tickets are easier to find if you're not locked into specific dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares across every month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
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Tailor your flights using filters. Choose your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Bucharest to Montpellier Mediterranee Airport.
The best time to fly from Bucharest to Montpellier Mediterranee Airport (MPL)
Think about the pace you're looking for when planning the timing of your trip. April is the quietest month to go to Montpellier. July is when most people book flights from Bucharest to Montpellier Mediterranee Airport (MPL), which may be perfect if you're after more action.
The warmest month in Montpellier is July, with temperatures ranging between 17ºC (63ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Book your Bucharest to MPL plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Bucharest to Montpellier Mediterranee Airport in January when temperatures are between 3ºC (37ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF).
More about Montpellier
Start your Montpellier trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Bucharest to Montpellier Mediterranee Airport, check out our range of accommodation options including:
All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. Arc de Triomphe, Cathedrale St-Pierre and Le Vieux Montpellier are must-do's during your Montpellier adventure.
Explore more of France
Montpellier has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of France waiting to be explored. About 121 kilometres east of Montpellier, a trip to Marseille will keep your itinerary busy. Check out popular attractions like Les Calanques, Basilique Notre-Dame-de-la-Garde and Basilique du Sacre-Ceour.
Around 257 kilometres north of Montpellier, Lyon is another essential stop in France. Start your sightseeing at Fête Des Lumières, Lyon Old Town and Odeon of Lyon.
