Flying from Bucharest Otopeni Airport (OTP) to Palermo Airport (PMO): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Bucharest Otopeni Airport to Palermo Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours 15 minutes.
The timezone in Palermo is UTC+1, which is one hour behind Bucharest.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Be at the airport on time to catch your OTP to PMO flight.
Flying during a peak time like July? School holidays and other popular periods can result in longer queues at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Getting to Palermo (and then discovering more of Italy!) is a breeze with Ryanair. This popular airline has direct flights from Bucharest Otopeni Airport to Palermo Airport.
Ryanair tops the list for bookings on this route.
The carrier with the most consistent on-time arrivals for OTP to PMO flights is Ryanair.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Bucharest Otopeni Airport to Palermo Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here are some options between OTP and PMO:
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How to find the cheapest flights from Bucharest Otopeni Airport (OTP) to Palermo Airport (PMO)
$33 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Bucharest Otopeni Airport to Palermo Airport flight. A return flight starts at $77. These prices may change based on demand.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from OTP to PMO, book ahead. Airlines typically offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first made available.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Bucharest Otopeni Airport to Palermo Airport. If you're looking to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.
There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as there's a new deal on cheap flights from OTP to PMO.
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Handy information about Bucharest Otopeni Airport (OTP)
78% of flights departing from Bucharest Otopeni Airport land at their destination on schedule.
Central Bucharest to Bucharest Otopeni Airport is approximately 16 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 30 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi.
The trip when using public transport usually takes 35 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to OTP? If you've booked an early flight from Bucharest Otopeni Airport to Palermo Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Palermo Airport (PMO)
If you're getting in on a late Bucharest Otopeni Airport to Palermo Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these options near PMO:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Palermo Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from ECH, U-Save or Felirent and experience the lesser-explored corners of Palermo and beyond.
To get the best deal, book your ride from Palermo Airport about four weeks before you travel.
Getting from Palermo Airport (PMO) to central Palermo
Palermo Airport to the centre of Palermo has a drive time of around 40 minutes. It's approximately 32 kilometres away.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.
When to fly to Palermo Airport (PMO)
August is the most popular month for flights from Bucharest Otopeni Airport to Palermo Airport. For a quieter experience, go to Palermo in March.
The warmest month in Palermo is July, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Book your flights from Bucharest Otopeni Airport to Palermo Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from OTP to PMO in February. Temperatures average between 6ºC (43ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) then.
Explore more of Italy
Palermo has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Italy you'll want to see. About 434 kilometres north of Palermo, a trip to Rome will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading sights like Vatican Museums, St. Peter's Basilica and Saint Peter's Square.
If you're ready to explore another major destination in Italy, head for Naples, roughly 322 kilometres north of Palermo. Piazza del Plebiscito, Naples National Archaeological Museum and Gulf of Naples are among its highlights.