Bucharest · Romania
Bucharest Henri Coandă International Airport (OTP)
Bucharest Henri Coandă International Airport is Romania's primary international gateway, located approximately 16.5 kilometres north of central Bucharest in Otopeni. The airport operates through a single integrated terminal complex comprising connected arrivals and departures halls. It serves full-service flag carriers, international airlines, and major low-cost operators.
Terminals
- Main Terminal - Arrivals Hall
- Handles passenger disembarkation, border control, baggage reclaim, customs clearance, and ground transport connections.
- Main Terminal - Departures Hall
- Houses airline check-in desks, security screening, Schengen/non-Schengen departure gates, and retail outlets.
Aankomst
Arrival at Henri Coandă Airport follows a linear pathway from the jetbridge or shuttle bus drop-off point to the public concourse.
- Follow arrival signage along the main concourse corridor towards border control.
- Proceed through passport inspection, selecting designated EU/EEA or non-EU lanes.
- Collect checked luggage from the designated carousel in the baggage reclaim hall.
- Pass through customs control, choosing the green channel if you have nothing to declare or the red channel if carrying declarable goods.
- Exit into the public arrivals hall to access transport links, currency services, and terminal facilities.
Naar de stad reizen
Trein
Train
Direct train services operated by CFR Călători run frequently between the airport terminal railway station and Bucharest North (Gara de Nord) station.
- Tijd:
- roughly 20-25 minutes
- Gemiddelde kosten:
- roughly 5-10 RON
Trein
Express Bus (Line 100)
STB Express Line 100 links the airport directly with central Buchares, including stops at Piața Victoriei and Piața Unirii.
- Tijd:
- roughly 45-60 minutes
- Gemiddelde kosten:
- roughly 3-5 RON
Taxi
Licensed Taxi
Use official touch-screen kiosks in the arrivals terminal to request a dispatch ticket from an authorised taxi operator displaying set rates.
- Tijd:
- roughly 30-50 minutes
- Gemiddelde kosten:
- roughly 50-100 RON depending on traffic and destination
Ritdelen
Rideshare
App-based rideshare services operate with designated passenger pick-up points outside the terminal building.
- Tijd:
- roughly 30-50 minutes
- Gemiddelde kosten:
- roughly 50-110 RON depending on demand
Verbindingen & transfers
Transit procedures depend on whether you are arriving on an international or domestic flight and if your luggage is checked through.
- International-to-international transfer passengers should follow transit signs to avoid exiting through border control.
- Passengers transferring to domestic flights must clear border control and customs before proceeding to the domestic departures concourse.
- If travelling on separate tickets or with low-cost carriers, collect luggage, exit to the public concourse, and re-check in upstairs at departures.
Wi-Fi & verbonden blijven
Complimentary Wi-Fi is accessible throughout the public and passenger areas of the terminal.
- Select the public airport network on your mobile device or laptop.
- Accept the terms and conditions on the landing page browser prompt to establish a connection.
- Service is continuous throughout arrivals, departures, and waiting areas.
Geld, kaarten & fooien
The official currency is the Romanian Leu (RON). Payment cards are widely accepted across urban Romania.
- Bank ATMs issuing local currency are situated in the arrivals hall and the passage towards departures.
- Currency exchange booths operate within the arrivals area, though exchange margins at airports are usually higher than central city locations.
- Contactless payment cards are accepted for airport train tickets, express bus fares, and licensed taxis.
Eten & drinken
A range of dining options is provided before and after security screening.
- The public arrivals concourse features coffee shops, bakeries, and convenience stores.
- Post-security departure areas offer full-service dining, quick-service eateries, and international cafe chains.
- Operating hours generally align with the daily flight schedule.
Lounges & rust
Airside business lounges are available in the departures hall after security clearance.
- Lounges accommodate business class passengers, airline status holders, and independent lounge membership cardholders.
- Single-entry lounge passes may be purchased at reception subject to available capacity.
- Facilities include quiet seating, refreshments, Wi-Fi access, and flight information screens.
Luchthavenhotels
Accommodation options are located within close proximity to the airport site and along the adjacent DN1 corridor.
- An on-site airport hotel is located within walking distance of the terminal building.
- Several nearby airport hotels in Otopeni provide dedicated shuttle transport to and from the arrivals area upon request.
- Booking in advance is advised when travelling during peak seasonal periods.
Bagage & douane
Baggage reclamation and handling facilities are situated on the ground level of the arrivals section.
- Luggage trolleys are available near the reclaim carousels.
- Airline ground handling and lost property desks are located within the baggage hall if luggage is missing or damaged.
- Ensure you retain your baggage claim receipts attached to your boarding pass.
Familie & toegankelijkheid
Facilities for passengers travelling with children are provided throughout the terminal.
- Baby changing facilities are situated alongside restrooms in both public and airside zones.
- Elevators connect all levels to facilitate movement with pushchairs and strollers.
- Small play corners are available in designated areas of the airside departures concourse.
Voorzieningen
- ATMs
- Currency exchange
- Pharmacy
- Free Wi-Fi
- Taxi ordering kiosks
- Car rental desks
- Luggage wrapping
- Designated smoking areas
Nood & veiligheid
Lokaal noodnummer: 112
- Dial 112 for national emergency services including medical, police, and fire response.
- A first-aid medical station operates within the airport terminal complex for immediate passenger assistance.
- Contact the Border Police or your national embassy if your passport is lost or stolen.
Voordat je van huis vertrekt
- Controleer de geldigheid van je paspoort en eventuele visa, ETA of vereiste inreisverklaringen.
- Controleer de dag voor vertrek de juiste vertrekterminal op je boardingpass.
- Activeer een reist-eSIM zodat je direct online bent zodra je landt.
- Download offline kaarten en maak een screenshot van je hoteladres en boekingsreferentie.
- Laat je bank weten dat je op reis gaat en neem een reservebetaalkaart mee.
- Sla het lokale noodnummer en het contact van je ambassade op in je telefoon.
- Fotografeer je paspoort en bewaar de kopie op een plek waar je offline bij kunt.
- Controleer de bagagevrijstelling en eventuele verboden artikelen voor je bestemming.
Officiële bronnen
Luchthavenactiviteiten kunnen wijzigen. Bevestig terminals, tarieven en dienstregelingen altijd met de onderstaande officiële bronnen voordat je reist.
- Bucharest Henri Coandă International Airport Official SiteOfficiële luchthavenbron
- General Inspectorate for ImmigrationOverheidsbron
- Romanian Customs AuthorityOverheidsbron
- Societatea de Transport București (STB)Officiële ov-bron
- CFR Călători Rail OperatorOfficiële ov-bron
- General Inspectorate for Emergency SituationsOverheidsbron
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Land verbonden
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