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Currency and price comparison

TrainLocal, one-way ticket
390%Trains are 390% more expensive in London than in Bucharest.
Bucharest£0.59
London£2.90
MealMid-priced restaurant
100%The average meal is 100% more expensive in London than in Bucharest.
Bucharest£10.08
London£20.00
TaxiStandard daytime start rate
830%Taxis are 830% more expensive in London than in Bucharest.
Bucharest£0.50
London£4.65
CoffeeRegular cappuccino
51%Coffee is 51% more expensive in London than in Bucharest.
Bucharest£2.49
London£3.75
Distance: 1299 miles
Bucharest airports
Otopeni International (OTP)How far from city centre: 5 miles
Baneasa (BBU)How far from city centre: 5 miles
London airports
Gatwick (LGW)How far from city centre: 25 miles
Heathrow (LHR)How far from city centre: 14 miles
Luton International (LTN)How far from city centre: 27 miles
Stansted (STN)How far from city centre: 30 miles
London City (LCY)How far from city centre: 7 miles
Southend (SEN)How far from city centre: 35 miles

Useful information for the flight from Bucharest to London

How long is the flight from Bucharest to London?

The average nonstop flight from Bucharest to London takes 3 hours 30 minutes

What documentation do I need to fly to London from Bucharest?

If you are an EU National, then you need identification to travel to London. A valid national passport and a national identity card both serve as a document to fly to London from Bucharest.

Is there a time change from Bucharest to London?

London is 2 hours behind Bucharest. The UK follows the Greenwich Mean Time (GMT) and Romania follows the East European Time (EET)

Which airlines fly from Bucharest to London

Here are some of the airlines that provide reasonable flights between Bucharest and London:

How to find cheap flights from Bucharest to London

Here are our six tips to secure better prices for flights from Bucharest to London, hotels and car hire:

  • Opt for Off-Peak Days: Search for affordable flights from Bucharest to London on weekdays (Monday to Wednesday) to avoid weekend and peak season price spikes.
  • Compare Airlines: Compare ticket prices across different airlines and low-cost carriers for potential savings, considering flexibility with travel dates.
  • Book in Advance (or not): Grab your plane tickets early to save money and avoid surprises. However, if planning isn't your thing, check out our last-minute deals.
  • Set Price Alerts: Stay informed about price drops by setting up alerts for your route to seize opportunities for lower-cost bookings.
  • Explore Multi-City Flights: Consider open-jaw or multi-city flights for potential savings on flexible travel plans.
  • Consider Package Deals: Bundle London flight and hotel packages with Opodo for extra savings, and enjoy significant discounts on London car hire for a more budget-friendly travel experience.

When are the best times to fly from Bucharest to London

  • September is one of the cheapest times to go and take city breaks in London. There are far fewer visitors in the city compared to the summer months. Many of the best hotels also give great deals during this month, which can help you save money on your trip.
  • December is one of the most enchanted months to take a holiday in London. The city is lit up with Christmas lights and ready to welcome the its guests. Numerous events, shows, festivals and festive markets take place all over London during this time.

Airports in Bucharest

Bucharest is served by the Bucarest-Henri Coandă International Airport.


Useful information about Bucarest-Henri Coandă International Airport


Bucarest-Henri Coandă International Airport is located 10.3 miles north of Bucharest’s city centre.

How to get to the airport

  • By train – The RATB system connects the city centre to the Henri Coand? Airport via the 780 route express bus service that links it to the Gara Basarab and Gara de Nord railway stations.
  • By taxi – 20-25 minutes minutes
  • By bus – The RATB 783 route express bus service connects the city centre to the airport.

Services: The Bucharest Henri Coand? International Airport offers a host of amenities to passengers. You can shop, spend time at the cafes, bars and restaurants, get a haircut at the salon, buy medicine at the pharmacy or pray at the chapel.

Airports in London

The three airports nearest to the city centre are London City Airport, Heathrow Airport and Gatwick Airport. They get both international and domestic flights.


Useful information about London City Airport


London City Airport is located 6.9 miles east of London.

How to get to the city

  • By train – The London City Airport is near London Waterloo, London Bridge and Stratford International.
  • By taxi – 30-35 minutes
  • By bus – London City Airport connects to the city centre via buses 473 and 474.

The airport offers everything from retail and beauty therapy to relaxing at the lounges or eating at one of the many restaurants.


Useful information about Heathrow Airport


Heathrow Airport is located to the west of Central London, around 14 miles away.

How to get to the city

  • By train – The Heathrow Express trains connect to the city centre.
  • By taxi – 45 to 60 minutes
  • By bus – The National Express coach services connect to central London (Victoria station).
  • By tube – The Piccadilly line underground takes you to Heathrow Airport in about 50 minutes.

Services: The Heathrow Airport is among the most coveted duty-free airports in the world. Passengers can take showers, get beauty treatments, care for their baby or relax at one of the VIP lounges. There is also free Wi-Fi and a concierge service.


Useful information about Gatwick Airport


Gatwick Airport is located about 30 miles south of Central London.

How to get to the city

  • By train – The Gatwick Express connects the airport to Central London (Victoria station), with a train leaving every 15 minutes daily from 5am to 00.30am.
  • By taxi – Approximately 1 hour 20 minutes
  • By bus – National Express coach services run buses at frequent, regular intervals from Gatwick Airport to central London’s Victoria Station. easyBus also runs frequent minibuses from the airport to London’s West Brompton Underground Station.

Services: Gatwick Airport has facilities like chapel and prayer room, in addition to a host of shops and lounges. They even have a sensory room.

What to do and visit in London

  • Tour Buckingham Palace
  • See the iconic city skyline from The Shard
  • Visit the Tower of London
  • Oxford Street for endless shopping opportunities
  • Stroll around atmospheric Covent Garden

Frequently asked questions about flights from Bucharest to London

Is it possible to purchase a flexible ticket for my flight from Bucharest to London?
At Opodo we want to make sure that your travel plans are not affected by any cancelation as well as any possible restrictions United Kingdom may apply when travelling from Bucharest. Is your flight cancelled? We've got your back! With our flexible ticket guarantee you can decide if you want to book another flight - free of rebooking fee - or get a full refund!
How can I find cheap flights from Bucharest to London at Opodo?
The cheapest price for a flight from Bucharest to London is 17£. At Opodo we use different machine learned based methodologies to find our costumers the best option available, considering airline combinations, stopovers and direct flights as well as different criteria for inbound and outbound journeys.
Is London expensive to visit compared to Bucharest?

If you compare transportation prices, the taxi ride in London costs an average of 4.65 GBP, 830% more expensive than Bucharest, with a fare of 0.50 GBP,

while train tickets costs 392% more in London: 2.90 GBP against 0.59 GBP in Bucharest.

If you compare the price of a lunch meal, however, you can find it from 20.00 GBP in London, 98% more than the 10.08 GBP in Bucharest.

The price of the coffee is around 51% more expensive in London, with an average of 3.75 GBP , while in Bucharest the coffee costs 2.49 GBP.

When is the best time to book a flight from Bucharest to London?
The most popular months to book a flight from Bucharest to London are August, September and January, based on the searches of our customers. For insights on the best time to book flights to London, visit our page best time to book your flights, where you’ll find useful information based on travel trends.
When is the best time to travel from Bucharest to London?
The best time of the year to go to London when flying from Bucharest depends on several preference factors like climate, seasonality and, of course, price. When it comes to popularity, September is the top 1º month to fly to London from Bucharest in terms of searches from our customer, followed by August and January. If you prefer to avoid high peaks of turism, however, and escape a crowded period, March, July and November are the months with less volume of searchs for the route Bucharest - London.
How long does the flight take to go from Bucharest to London?
The total flight time between Bucharest and London is of around 03:35 hours on average, considering an average distance of 2,123 km, for both direct and indirect flights for the route (which may have 1 or more stops in other cities in between).
How is the weather in London compared to Bucharest?
While in Bucharest the temperatures can reach an average of 35.26 ºC in summer, with precipitation levels up to 9 mm ,London's temperatures can go up to 29.01 ºC during the hot season, with 9 mm average of rain rate . In winter, however, weather indicators show around -3.09 ºC in London, compared to the -11.81 ºC average degrees reported in Bucharest. During the winter period, Bucharest can register 6 mm precipitation, while London have an average of 6 mm rain level.
Which airports have flights between Bucharest and London?

The main airport route flying between Bucharest and London is: Otopeni International (OTP) to Gatwick (LGW). This route is covered by the following airline(s):

Wizz Air Malta.

Alternatively, you can find Bucharest - London flights between Otopeni International (OTP) to Stansted (STN) with the following airline(s) flying the route: Ryanair.

HiSky.

Which are the airlines with flights from Bucharest to London?

Airlines with direct flights departing from Bucharest to London are:

  • Wizz Air.
  • Blue Air.
  • Ryanair.

Air France, stopping in Paris for 65 minutes minimum.

  • Lufthansa, with 60 minutes scale in Zurich.
  • Pegasus Airlines, with 75 minutes scale in Istanbul.

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