Flying from Nuremberg Airport (NUE) to Bucharest: what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Nuremberg Airport to Bucharest and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours 15 minutes.
The timezone in Bucharest is UTC+2. The city is one hour ahead of Nuremberg, where Nuremberg Airport is located.
With four flights a week between the two airports, Nuremberg Airport (NUE) to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) is the most popular route. Hop on Wizz Air Malta's 13:40 flight to get your journey from NUE to OTP underway.
To avoid rushing for your NUE to Bucharest flight, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months like September. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
Direct Nuremberg Airport to Bucharest tickets are available for booking. Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) is where you'll arrive.
Wizz Air Malta is a popular airline that offers direct flights from Nuremberg Airport to Bucharest.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your trip and perhaps even explore another city. When searching for plane tickets from NUE to Bucharest, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Top options include:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)
Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport (BEG)
Travelling from central Nuremberg to NUE takes about 10 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a taxi, you'll cover the 5 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
In search of a hotel near NUE? If you're catching an early flight from Nuremberg Airport to Bucharest, these stays put the terminal practically at your doorstep:
When it comes to Nuremberg Airport's on-time performance, 75% of flights complete their journey on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Nuremberg Airport (NUE) to Bucharest
$54 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Nuremberg Airport to Bucharest flight. A return ticket right now is $104. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares could change.
Score cheap flights from NUE to Bucharest by booking one month ahead. According to our research, that's the best time for bagging a bargain.
The best month for picking up cheap Nuremberg Airport to Bucharest tickets is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare all available prices, then choose the dates that offer the biggest savings.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from NUE to Bucharest by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a lower fare becomes available.
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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 16 kilometres. It takes around 30 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Getting there on public transport will take you around 35 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Nuremberg Airport to Bucharest. Stay at one of these accommodation options near OTP instead:
For the best deal, book your ride from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport around one week in advance of your flight from NUE to Bucharest.
Baneasa Airport (BBU)
Central Bucharest is roughly 8 kilometres from Baneasa Airport (BBU). Step off your flight from Nuremberg Airport to Bucharest and then keep your eyes peeled for any airport signs that'll help you get to the centre.
You'll find some great places to drop your things at near BBU. Unwind and get cosy after your NUE to Bucharest flight at any of these perfectly located options:
Avoid last-minute price surges. Securing your ride two weeks ahead of your arrival at BBU will save you money.
Best time to go to Bucharest
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Nuremberg Airport to Bucharest. July is the busiest month to travel to Bucharest. If you want a quieter atmosphere, go in January.
Book a Nuremberg Airport to Bucharest plane ticket with a departure in August if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 17ºC (63ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from NUE to Bucharest in January when temperatures average between -9ºC (16ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF).
More about Bucharest
After booking your flight from Nuremberg Airport to Bucharest, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Bucharest:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to know where to start. Museum of the Palace of the Parliament, Caru' cu Bere and National Bank of Romania Museum are popular attractions which should feature on any well-planned Bucharest itinerary.
Explore more of Romania
You've done Bucharest, now it's time to explore more of Romania. Travel around 322 kilometres north to Iasi to tick off its leading attractions. From Galata Monastery to The Catholic Cathedral Saint Mary and Monastery of the Three Holy Hierarchs, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Cluj-Napoca is another favourite destination in Romania and is around 322 kilometres northwest of Bucharest. No trip is complete without experiencing St. Michael's Church, Museum Square and Romanian Orthodox Church of Transfiguration.