The Henri Coandă Airport is Romania's main air hub, located approximately 17 km from Bucharest's center.
It is the country's busiest airport, the gateway to explore the historic center and the monumental Palace of Parliament.
How to get to Henri Coandă International Airport
By Car
By Train
By Bus
Average travel time to OTP
Parking near Henri Coandă International Airport
A multi-storey car park is adjacent to the terminal.
Parking rates are in line with the standards of a Balkan hub.
How to get to Bucharest from OTP
By Train
By Bus
By Taxi
Airport transfers you can book in advance
Shuttles and private transfers you can book online, picked from the best rated by travelers.
Bucharest: Airport Transfer
Bucharest Private Airport Transfer
Premium Airport Transfer from/to Bucharest Downtown Area
Bucharest Airport Transfer
Car rental at Henri Coandă International Airport
The rental counters of major car rental operators are located near the arrivals area.
For arrivals from the EU, a national driving license is sufficient, along with a passport and credit card.
Hotels near Henri Coandă International Airport
At the airport in Otopeni
The Hilton Garden Inn Bucharest Airport is about 150 metres from the terminal, a walk of around 5 minutes; for the centre you still need the 783 bus (40-45 minutes) or a taxi.
Best for: One-night layovers and departures before 7, when you want to walk to check-in without relying on buses or taxis.
- Check-in on foot in under 5 minutes, with no reliance on night buses or traffic on the DN1
- Gym open 24 hours a day and in-house restaurant useful for long layovers
- Only the Otopeni airport area around: for dinner you stay in the hotel
- For an evening in the centre you still need 40-45 minutes by bus or taxi, there and back
Old town - Lipscani
From the old town the 783 bus to the airport takes 40-45 minutes with stops along the way; by taxi, in normal traffic, the trip is around 30-35 minutes for about 18 km.
Best for: Those who want the old town, the restaurants of Lipscani and the museums within walking distance, accepting the bus or taxi to the airport.
- Strada Doamnei is in the heart of Lipscani, a few steps from Calea Victoriei and the Stavropoleos Church
- Restaurants, bars and evening life within walking distance of both hotels
- Pedestrian alleys full of bars, noisy until late on weekends
- No airport bus stop in the area: for the 783 you still need a walk or a taxi
Recommended hotels
- Moxy Bucharest Old Town On Strada Doamnei, in the heart of Lipscani; youthful style and an in-house bar lively in the evening, aimed at those seeking nightlife more than business-hotel services. View availability
- Hilton Garden Inn Bucharest Old Town A few doors away on the same Strada Doamnei, opposite the historic headquarters of the National Bank; opened in 2017 in a period building, with a breakfast among the most praised in the area. View availability
Calea Victoriei
Same distance from the airport as the old town: the 783 bus in 40-45 minutes or a taxi in about 30 minutes; on foot Lipscani is 10-15 minutes away.
Best for: Those who want the city's historic boulevard, halfway between Lipscani and the government buildings, with a higher hotel standard.
- Elegant boulevard with the National Theatre, the Romanian Athenaeum and the former Royal Palace
- 10-15 minutes on foot from both Lipscani and Revolution Square
- A busy street, noisy on some sides during the day
- Higher prices than Lipscani or the airport area
Recommended hotels
- Radisson Blu Hotel Bucharest On the boulevard, opposite the former Royal Palace and the Romanian Athenaeum; 525 rooms, an in-house spa and several restaurants, including a sushi bar. View availability
- InterContinental Athenee Palace Bucharest by IHG A historic hotel from 1914 renovated in 2022, with a view of the Romanian Athenaeum; the in-house English bar has been a landmark of city life for decades. View availability
Parliament area
About 25-30 minutes by taxi from the airport; the old town is 15-20 minutes by car or around twenty minutes on foot along Calea 13 Septembrie.
Best for: Business trips or quieter stays, away from the old town traffic but a few minutes from the Parliament.
- A direct view of the Palace of the Parliament, one of the largest buildings in the world
- Quieter area in the evening than Lipscani, useful for those working early in the morning
- Few independent restaurants nearby: you often stay in the hotel
- For Lipscani's evening life you need a taxi or a 20-minute walk
Airport services
Shopping & Duty Free
Lounges & relaxation
Connectivity & Wi-Fi
Families & Children
Terminal guide
The main terminal, expanded in recent years, handles the most intense traffic in Romania.
Passengers on international flights should arrive 2.5–3 hours in advance.
Map of Henri Coandă International Airport
Frequently asked questions
Q. Is it worth changing euros to lei directly at the exchange counters at Bucharest Airport?
No, the rate applied at airport exchange counters is generally unfavourable: it's better to withdraw lei from a bank ATM in the terminal or in the city, where fees are lower.
Q. How much does a taxi from Henri Coandă to central Bucharest cost?
Authorised taxis charge 2.29-3.50 lei/km: roughly 60-80 lei (12-16 EUR) to the centre.
Q. Is Romania in the Schengen area?
Yes, fully so since 1 January 2025, with land border checks abolished: a valid Schengen visa is sufficient.
Q. Is there a night bus from the airport?
Yes, the express line 100 operates day and night, with departures every 30 minutes overnight.
Flight board
Real-time status of arriving and departing flights
