Flying from Hamburg Airport (HAM) to Bucharest: what you need to know
Expect to be traveling for 2 hours 40 minutes. That's the average journey time for a direct flight from Hamburg Airport to Bucharest.
Hamburg Airport is located in Hamburg. Based in the UTC+2 timezone, Bucharest is 1 hour ahead of Hamburg.
The most popular route is from Hamburg Airport (HAM) to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP). Choose from 6 services every week between these two airports. If you'd like to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from HAM to OTP is the 07:45 Wizz Air Malta option. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the last departure is at 20:50 with Wizz Air Malta.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your flight from HAM to Bucharest.
Traveling over a peak time like June? Public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
You can catch a direct flight from Hamburg Airport to Bucharest that arrives at Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP).
Book your seat with Wizz Air Malta. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Hamburg Airport to Bucharest.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your trip — and possibly even visit a new city. When searching for flights from HAM to Bucharest, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Top options include:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Stuttgart Airport (STR)
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
You can travel to Romania for tourism purposes without a visa if you have a passport from Germany. But before reserving your cheap tickets from Hamburg Airport to Bucharest, double-check for the newest rules and regulations. Visa rules can change, and you may need some travel documents if your trip is for work or other reasons.
HAM is about 11 kilometers from central Hamburg. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the center, it'll take you 29 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour and 24 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Hamburg Airport to Bucharest? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels near HAM:
How to find the cheapest flights from Hamburg Airport (HAM) to Bucharest
$34 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Hamburg Airport to Bucharest. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $68. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares could change.
To snag cheap tickets from HAM to Bucharest, reserve your journey 10 months ahead of your departure date.
Schedule your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Hamburg Airport to Bucharest. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.
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Take advantage of the filters to find your ideal journey. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Hamburg Airport to Bucharest, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Airports in Bucharest
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) is around 21 kilometers from central Bucharest. With a cab or in your own car rental, the drive is about 34 minutes.
It typically takes 1 hour and 36 minutes to get there using public transport.
Consider booking a hotel near OTP if you're taking a late flight from Hamburg Airport to Bucharest. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Best time to go to Bucharest
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Hamburg Airport to Bucharest. July is the busiest month for a trip to Bucharest. If you want a more relaxed atmosphere, go in April.
Before booking a flight from Hamburg Airport to Bucharest, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Bucharest, with the temperature ranging from 17ºC to 33ºC.
Search for cheap flights from HAM to Bucharest in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -9ºC and 8ºC on average.
More about Bucharest
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Bucharest right here. Check out these options once you've locked in your flight from Hamburg Airport to Bucharest:
Old Town and Herastrau Park are just a couple of the top-rated attractions to put on your Bucharest must-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Romanian Athenaeum (Ateneul Roman).
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