Flying from Leeds Bradford International Airport (LBA) to Bucharest: what you need to know
Expect to be travelling for 3 hours 30 minutes. On average, that's the time it takes for a direct flight from Leeds Bradford International Airport to Bucharest.
Bucharest is two hours ahead of Leeds, where Leeds Bradford International Airport is located. Bucharest observes the UTC+2 timezone.
Leeds Bradford International Airport (LBA) to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) is the most popular route, with six weekly flights to pick from. You can travel from LBA to OTP at 06:00 with Ryanair.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your LBA to Bucharest flight.
If you're travelling during a bank holiday or another peak period, give yourself extra time. A good rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at check-in and security will be longer.
You can book a direct Leeds Bradford International Airport to Bucharest ticket. Start your trip at LBA and land at Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP).
Get on board with Ryanair. This well-known carrier offers direct flights from Leeds Bradford International Airport to Bucharest.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your trip and perhaps even visit a new city. When searching for plane tickets from LBA to Bucharest, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Popular options include:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG)
The journey from central Leeds to LBA takes about 45 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 10 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Have an early flight from Leeds Bradford International Airport to Bucharest? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays close to LBA:
When it comes to Leeds Bradford International Airport's on-time performance, 68.63% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
How to find the cheapest flights from Leeds Bradford International Airport (LBA) to Bucharest
The best price we've found for a one-way Leeds Bradford International Airport to Bucharest flight is $30. The cheapest price for a return flight is $64. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book two months before flying. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from LBA to Bucharest.
June is the best month for landing an amazing deal on Leeds Bradford International Airport to Bucharest tickets. If you want to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.
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Airports in Bucharest
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) is around 21 kilometres from central Bucharest. If you're grabbing a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes about 35 minutes.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 35 minutes.
Look into staying at a hotel near OTP if you have a late flight from Leeds Bradford International Airport to Bucharest. Check in to one of these accommodation options and make your first night all about catching up on rest:
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 to explore Bucharest and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your vehicle from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport about one week in advance of your flight from LBA to Bucharest.
Best time to go to Bucharest
Travel to Bucharest during peak season if you want a busy atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices may be higher. Alternatively, book flights from Leeds Bradford International Airport to Bucharest during low season when prices are cheaper and crowds are smaller.
Book a Leeds Bradford International Airport to Bucharest plane ticket with a departure in August to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 17ºC (63ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from LBA to Bucharest in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -9ºC (16ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) on average.
More about Bucharest
Start your Bucharest trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Leeds Bradford International Airport to Bucharest, explore our range of hotels including:
Old Town and Museum of the Palace of the Parliament are just two of the big attractions to put on your Bucharest travel itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to The Revolution Square Fountain.
Explore more of Romania
Iasi is just one of the many cities in Romania waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Bucharest. Around 322 kilometres away to the north, well-known attractions include Palace of Culture, Saint Nicholas Church and Golia Monastery.
Around 322 kilometres north-west of Bucharest, Cluj-Napoca is another favourite stop in Romania. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to St. Michael's Church, Hoia Baciu Forest and Banffy Palace.
