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3 stops
Wed, Nov 25
Shanghai PVGBucharest OTP

£259
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Wed, Nov 25
Shanghai PVGBucharest OTP

£275
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Tue, Nov 24
Shanghai PVGBucharest OTP

£297
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1 stop
Thu, Nov 26
Shanghai SHABucharest OTP

£312
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3 stops
Wed, Nov 25 – Tue, Dec 1
Shanghai PVGBucharest OTP

£587
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3 stops
Wed, Nov 25 – Mon, Nov 30
Shanghai PVGBucharest OTP

£592
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2 stops
Wed, Nov 25 – Mon, Nov 30
Shanghai PVGBucharest OTP

£603
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2 stops
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Shanghai PVGBucharest OTP

£603
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2 stops
Wed, Nov 25 – Mon, Nov 30
Shanghai PVGBucharest OTP

£608
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Thu, Nov 26 – Wed, Dec 2
Shanghai SHABucharest OTP

£644
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Getting from Bucharest airport to the city center

Bucharest is served by Henri Coandă International Airport (OTP), located 18 km north of the city center. This is Romania's busiest airport and the main gateway for travelers visiting the capital. A variety of airport transfers to city center destinations are available, including express buses, taxis, ride-hailing services, and private transfers. Journey times typically range from 25 to 50 minutes depending on traffic conditions and your chosen mode of transport.

Notes:

  • Prices in RON (approximately 1 USD = 4.5 RON); table created in 2025 and subject to change.
  • Express Bus 783 runs between the airport and Piața Unirii via Piața Victoriei. Validate your ticket on board.
  • Use only official taxi kiosks inside the arrivals hall to avoid unlicensed drivers.
  • Traffic congestion can significantly increase journey times, especially during rush hours.
  • We recommend checking official transport websites for your travel planning.

Updated: December 2025

Key info about flying to Bucharest

Depart from
Shanghai Pudong International
Arrive to
Henri Coandă International
Average flights per week
242
Flight distance
Worth visiting
Bucharest Old Town

Check-in for a flight from Shanghai to Bucharest

NameCarrier codeIATA CodePassport needed during booking
China Eastern AirlinesCESMUYes
TaromROTROYes
Air ChinaCCACAYes
RyanairRYRFRNo
Turkish AirlinesTHYTKNo

Weather in Bucharest

Average Weather

MonthAverage monthly max temperatureAverage monthly min temperature
January3°C-2°C
February6°C0°C
March12°C3°C
April17°C7°C
May22°C12°C
June27°C17°C
July30°C19°C
August31°C19°C
September26°C15°C
October18°C10°C
November11°C5°C
December5°C0°C
Hottest Month
31°C
August
Coldest month
-2°C
January
Sunny days
287
days per year
Snow days
11
days per year

14 day forecast

Sunday
8 Nov
10°C1°C
15 Nov
85%
9°C6°C
Monday
9 Nov
12%
10°C1°C
16 Nov
81%
6°C5°C
Tuesday
10 Nov
62%
10°C4°C
17 Nov
55%
9°C5°C
Wednesday
11 Nov
15%
14°C6°C
18 Nov
70%
14°C9°C
Thursday
12 Nov
18%
15°C7°C
19 Nov
93%
15°C9°C
Friday
13 Nov
20%
17°C9°C
20 Nov
29%
12°C7°C
Saturday
14 Nov
54%
16°C10°C
21 Nov
74%
7°C3°C
Travelers usually depart from Shanghai Pudong International, or Shanghai Hongqiao International when they travel from Shanghai to Bucharest. Book your trip to arrive at Henri Coandă International, or Baneasa International Airport. The most popular airlines for this route are China Eastern Airlines, Tarom, Air China, Ryanair, and Turkish Airlines. Shanghai and Bucharest have 242 direct flights per week.

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