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There are two lounges at Manchester Airport, 1903 Lounge and Escape Lounge, where you can start your holidays in style. Book in advance and enjoy freshly prepared meals, complimentary drinks, comfortable seating areas and exceptional runway views. Whether you are looking for a space to relax before you take off or need a quiet space to work, the airport lounges are great for families, couples and business travellers.

If you are travelling from Manchester to Bucharest, you can book flights with one or two stopovers. Lufthansa flights connect in Frankfurt while Ryanair flights touch down in Oslo, Dublin, Ireland West or London Stansted. Flights with two stopovers tend to be cheaper than flights with one stopover, but the overall travel time is generally longer, too.

Passengers who require additional assistance should contact their airline 48h before travel. Once you arrive at Manchester Airport, go to the Assistance Reception Desk in the check-in area, and the team will assist you through the terminal and boarding the aircraft. Special Assistance facilities include an Eagle Hoist, Changing Places and a Sunflower Room in Terminal 1, where you can take a break from the crowds and noise of the airport.

If you want to get to the city centre from the airport, there are two public transport options available. Trains run every 40min from the airport to Bucharest North Railway Station, taking only 20min. There is a bus stop in front of the Arrivals Terminal, and from here, the 783 Express bus operates 24/7 to the city centre.

Among airlines operating Manchester to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport flights:

• Ryanair: offers free seat selection

Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

Only Ryanair operates flights between Manchester and Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport.

Flights from Manchester to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport usually depart from Manchester (MAN) and arrive at Bucharest Otopeni Intl (OTP).

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• Ryanair: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class

Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so travellers should check the fare details before booking.

Two cabin classes are available on flights from Manchester to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport:

• Economy class
• Business Class

On this route, direct and stopover fares are close on average, with direct at £114 return and stopover options via Milan Malpensa (MXP) at £115.

There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge £18–£74 for the first checked bag in Economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

The Boeing 737 MAX 8 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Ryanair. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A321-100/200 variants.

One-stop flights from Manchester to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport most commonly connect through:

• Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) – 40% of one-stop connections
• Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) – 37% of one-stop connections
• Charleroi Brussels (CRL) – 8% of one-stop connections
• Frankfurt am Main (FRA) – 6% of one-stop connections

Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 40% on the Manchester to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at £106 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at £177, a difference of £71. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

Some of the most popular sights in Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport are Bucharest City Centre, RomExpo, and Romanian Patriarchal Cathedral. These are among the most viewed places in Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport on KAYAK.

These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Manchester to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport:

• Earliest: departs at 05:45 and lands at 09:08
• Latest: departs at 17:30 and lands at 20:53.

The flight takes about 3h 23m.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within 2 weeks of departure) run 30% above the route average of £149. Book 4 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

A direct flight from Manchester to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport takes 3h 23m, covering 1,410 miles.

Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

One-way fares from Manchester to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £73, which is 25% below the typical average for this route.

Flying via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 5h 42m, compared to 5h 44m via Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) and 6h 21m via Milan Malpensa (MXP).

Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport is 2 hours ahead of Manchester (Eastern European Time vs British Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport (OTP) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around £1 for economy cars. Top options include:
· Klass Wagen
· Pricecarz
· Payless
· ADDCAR RENTAL
· Sixt

Return flights from Manchester to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport range from £92 to £210, with an average of £149 over the past 12 months. Anything below £92 counts as a good deal.