Traveling from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) to EuroAirport Swiss (BSL): what you need to know
Around 2 hours 35 minutes is how long you can expect to be traveling on a direct flight from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to EuroAirport Swiss.
Basel is one hour behind Bucharest and is in the UTC+1 timezone.
Every week, there are seven Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to EuroAirport Swiss flights. If you'd like to take off early, jump on the 06:50 Wizz Air Malta flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before you fly, the latest flight is at 14:45 with Wizz Air Malta.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your OTP to BSL flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
Getting to Basel (and then exploring more of Switzerland!) is a cinch with Wizz Air Malta. This popular carrier has direct flights from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to EuroAirport Swiss.
Most passengers choose to fly with Wizz Air Malta on this route.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to EuroAirport Swiss. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or visit a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between OTP and BSL:
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
Frankfurt Airport
Vienna International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) to EuroAirport Swiss (BSL)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to EuroAirport Swiss flight is $36. A return plane ticket is currently $66. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Book seven months before you want to fly. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from OTP to BSL.
Plan your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for flights from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to EuroAirport Swiss. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest airfare across every month.
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Handy information about Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport, data shows 71.27% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
To reach Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport from central Bucharest, it'll take about 35 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 21 kilometers from the airport to the city center.
The trip on public transport typically takes 1 hour 35 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to EuroAirport Swiss? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to OTP:
Arriving at EuroAirport Swiss (BSL)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to EuroAirport Swiss flight. Book one of these accommodation options near BSL instead:
Get your adventure underway by picking up an EuroAirport Swiss rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Alamo, Europcar or Enterprise and experience the lesser-explored corners of Basel and beyond.
For the best deal, book your ride from EuroAirport Swiss around three weeks in advance.
Getting from EuroAirport Swiss (BSL) to central Basel
EuroAirport Swiss to the center of Basel has a drive time of about 15 minutes. It's approximately 6 kilometers away.
It takes around 30 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to EuroAirport Swiss (BSL)
August is the most popular month for flights from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to EuroAirport Swiss. To skip the crowds, travel to Basel in January.
Lock in your flight from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to EuroAirport Swiss for July if you'd like to go to Basel during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 10ºC (50ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from OTP to BSL in January if you like traveling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -5ºC (23ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) on average.
Explore more of Switzerland
Zurich is just one of the many places in Switzerland waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Basel. Around 72 kilometers away to the east, top sights here include Bahnhofstrasse, Swiss National Museum and Grossmunster.
Around 72 kilometers south of Basel, Bern is another essential stop in Switzerland. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Old Town Bern, Zytglogge and Bern Cathedral.