Henri CoandaInternational Airport (OTP)

Location

The airport is situated 10 miles (16km) north of Bucharest.

Getting to the city

An express bus service 783 leaves every 15 minutes for the city centre; the journey takes around 40 minutes; it costs 5L for a prepaid magnetic card, which can be bought in the arrivals terminal and can be used for two trips. Taxis and Sky Services minibuses are also available 24 hours to take passengers anywhere in Bucharest or to any other region in the country. Passengers should avoid cabs that do not display the price and have no meters.

Time

Local time is GMT +2 (GMT +3 from last Sunday in March to second last Saturday in September).

Contacts

Tel: + 40 (0)21 204 1000, +40 (0)21 201 4000

Car rental

Car rental companies include Budget, Europcar and Hertz.

Airport Taxis

Bucharest has two types of taxi. Smaller taxis cost 1.5L per km and the larger taxis charge 3L per km. The fare from the airport to the city centre usually costs between 60 and 80L depending on time of day and traffic. The trip between the airport and the Bucharest can take up to an hour in heavy traffic. Visitors are advised to only make use of official taxis with working meters and the prices displayed.

Transfer between terminals

The two terminal buildings are connected by a corridor, it takes five minutes to walk between the terminals.

Facilities

There are banks, bars and restaurants at the airport. Other facilities include a bureau de change, left luggage, a hairdresser, business facilities (fax and internet), duty-free shops and a post office. Disabled facilities are good; those who need a wheelchair or have other special requirements should contact their airline in advance.

Parking

Parking is available.

Departure Tax

None.

Website

www.otp-airport.ro

Bucharest Airport Taxis: the taxi fares above are intended as a guideline only.