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Bucharest Airport Mini Guide

Driving in Bucharest and the surrounding area is a convenient way to explore the city and its surroundings. Here's some information to help you when collecting a hire car at Bucharest's main airport:

Car Rental Policies: You will find these detailed under `Important Information for the hire car of your choice, including details about excess, insurance coverage and options to upgrade along with deposit and payment card information. Breakdown Assistance is automatically included

Driving Practices/Customs:

  • Romania drives on the right-hand side of the road.
  • Seat belts are mandatory for all passengers in the vehicle.
  • Speed limits are typically 50 km/h (31 mph) in urban areas, 90 km/h (56 mph) on non-residential roads, and 130 km/h (81 mph) on highways. Be sure to obey posted speed limits.
  • Romania has strict laws against driving under the influence of alcohol, with a low legal blood alcohol limit.
  • Overtaking is allowed on the left side of the road.

Road Conditions:

  • Roads in Bucharest and Romania are generally in good condition. Major roads and highways are well-maintained.
  • Be aware of potential potholes and road hazards, especially on rural roads.

Tolls:

  • There are no tolls on the main routes into Bucharest itself. However, Romania has implemented a national tolling system called "RoVignette" for using the national road network. You may need to purchase a vignette to use certain highways.

Language on Road Signs:

  • Road signs in Romania are typically displayed in Romanian, using the Latin alphabet. In some tourist areas or on major roads, you may also find signs with English translations.

Distance to Nearest Towns and Cities:

  • Bucharest Henri Coandă International Airport (OTP) is approximately 18 kilometers (about 11 miles) north of Bucharest city center. The distance to other nearby towns and cities will vary depending on your destination. For example, the city of Ploiești is about 60 kilometers (about 37 miles) to the north.

Sightseeing Attractions:

  • Bucharest offers a range of attractions, including the Palace of the Parliament, Village Museum, and Herastrau Park.
  • Nearby attractions include the historic town of Brasov, Bran Castle (often associated with Dracula), and the Black Sea coast.

 

Emergency Telephone Number:

  • In Romania, the emergency telephone number is 112, which can be dialed for police, fire, medical emergencies, and other assistance.
 

 

 


Current Rental Rates at Bucharest Airport

Toyota Aygo

4 Adults, 3 Doors

From 4.88 EUR/day
Toyota Aygo

7 Days rental at 34.19 EUR from 11/12/2023

  1 |
  Manual |
  Yes

Ford Fiesta

5 Adults, 3 Doors

From 4.92 EUR/day
Ford Fiesta

7 Days rental at 34.50 EUR from 11/12/2023

  2 |
  Manual |
  Yes

Citroen C3

5 Adults, 5 Doors

From 4.93 EUR/day
Citroen C3

7 Days rental at 34.54 EUR from 11/12/2023

  2 |
  Manual |
  Yes

Toyota C-HR Hybrid

5 Adults, 5 Doors

From 46.24 EUR/day
Toyota C-HR Hybrid

7 Days rental at 323.73 EUR from 11/12/2023

  3 |
  Automatic |
  Yes

Useful to know about Bucharest Airport

  • The airport is named after Henri Coanda, a famous Romanian aviator.
  • It’s located ten miles from the city centre.
  • Henri Coanda is one of two airports serving the city, the other is Baneasa.
  • The airport was a military airport until 1965 when modernisation took place for it to become a commercial airport.
  • Over five million passengers used the airport to reach Romania last year.
  • Wizzair are to launch a new route to Castellon Airport in Spain from 3 April 2019.

 

Popular car hire destinations in Bucharest Airport

Best car rental companies in Bucharest Airport

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No.1: BUDGET,
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No.2: KLASS WAGEN,
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No.3: AUTONOM,
based on 6 reviews
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Bucharest Airport car hire information

  • 9.6/10
    Best Rated Agent:
    Budget EMEA Franchise
  • € 34.16
    Average price:
    (per week)
  • € 4.88
    Best Price:
    Per Week
  • 90
    Most Popular Type:
    Compact
  • 15
    Most popular model:
    Dacia Duster
  • 270
    Total Cars Available
     

Average prices per day for car hire at Bucharest Airport

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January€ 45
February€ 39
March€ 41
April€ 53
May€ 45
June€ 56
July€ 66
August€ 63
September€ 49
October€ 42
November€ 37
December€ 46
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January€ 33
February€ 29
March€ 28
April€ 44
May€ 33
June€ 39
July€ 47
August€ 47
September€ 38
October€ 33
November€ 28
December€ 37
ItemPercent
January€ 178
February€ 146
March€ 173
April€ 138
May€ 107
June€ 134
July€ 147
August€ 145
September€ 121
October€ 120
November€ 116
December€ 113
ItemPercent
January€ 55
February€ 49
March€ 53
April€ 71
May€ 56
June€ 67
July€ 89
August€ 84
September€ 64
October€ 54
November€ 54
December€ 64
ItemPercent
January€ 173
February€ 146
March€ 176
April€ 157
May€ 147
June€ 179
July€ 211
August€ 188
September€ 176
October€ 157
November€ 149
December€ 155
ItemPercent
January€ 27
February€ 23
March€ 23
April€ 31
May€ 27
June€ 34
July€ 44
August€ 40
September€ 33
October€ 27
November€ 22
December€ 27
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January€ 82
February€ 80
March€ 81
April€ 92
May€ 85
June€ 97
July€ 133
August€ 115
September€ 94
October€ 87
November€ 91
December€ 101
ItemPercent
January€ 44
February€ 42
March€ 39
April€ 50
May€ 48
June€ 71
July€ 73
August€ 70
September€ 53
October€ 53
November€ 46
December€ 53

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FAQs about car hire at Bucharest Airport

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