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Most airlines on this route offer one-stop flights from JFK to OTP, as there are no direct flights. The most common layover towns are Warsaw for LOT Polish Airlines, Istanbul when flying with Turkish Airlines, and Munich for Lufthansa flights.

If you get to Bucharest too late and need somewhere to rest for the night, there are several hotels nearby that you can book a stay. The Hilton Garden Inn Bucharest Airport and Vienna House Easy by Wyndham Bucharest Airport are only 5-7 minutes away from the airport.

Yes, it is. If you are planning to be in Bucharest for a while and need somewhere to park your car, John F Kennedy Airport (JFK) offers long-term parking facilities at a cost. This can be found at Lot 9 found at Lefferts Boulevard. This can also be booked before your date of travel using the airport’s ParkingAccess service.

Most airlines have made a commitment to play their part in the reduction of carbon emissions by using sustainable products and fuel sources and improving fuel consumption. LOT Polish Airlines, KLM Royal Dutch Airlines, Turkish Airlines, and SWISS Airlines are some airlines on this route that have put sustainable travel at the forefront of their operations.

Only HiSky operates flights between New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport and Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport.

Flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport usually depart from New York John F Kennedy Intl (JFK) and arrive at Bucharest Otopeni Intl (OTP).

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

• HiSky: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• A.P.G.: a cabin bag in Economy Class class

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

Three cabin classes are available on flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport:

• Economy Class
• Premium Economy Class
• Business Class

On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $578 round-trip via Warsaw Frederic Chopin (WAW), compared to $770 for nonstop.

There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $34–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

The Airbus A330 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by A.P.G. and HiSky. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A330-200 variants.

One-stop flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport most commonly connect through:

• Zurich (ZRH) - 19% of one-stop connections
• Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) - 17% of one-stop connections
• Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) - 17% of one-stop connections
• London Heathrow (LHR) - 13% of one-stop connections

Zurich (ZRH) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

On the New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 9%. Sunday is the cheapest day at $645 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $708: a $63 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

Some of the most popular sights in Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport are Bucharest City Centre, Palace of the Parliament and Arena Națională. These are among the most viewed places in Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport on KAYAK.

These are the earliest and latest flight times available from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport:

• Earliest: departs at 1:50 pm and lands at 10:46 pm
• Latest: departs at 1:50 pm and lands at 10:46 pm.

The flight takes about 8h 56m.

Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 3% above the route average of $694. Book 22 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

A nonstop flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport takes 8h 56m, covering 4,739 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 New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $368, which is 5% below the typical average for this route.

Flying via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 12h 18m, compared with 12h 49m via Vienna Intl (VIE) and 12h 56m via Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG).

Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport is 7 hours ahead of New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (Eastern European Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

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

Round-trip flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport range from $554 to $836, with an average of $694 over the past 12 months. Anything below $554 counts as a good deal.