Henri Coandă International Airport (OTP)
Whether you’re traveling from Bucharest Airport to the city center of Bucharest or from downtown to Otopeni Airport, count on Uber to get you there with its stress-free app.
Calea Bucureştilor 224 E, Otopeni 075150, Romania
+40 21-204-1000
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How to get a ride with Uber from Henri Coandă International Airport Otopeni
Open your app to request a ride
When you’re ready, open your app to request a ride. Choose the option that suits your group size and luggage needs.
Follow directions in the app
You’ll get directions about pickup points directly in the app. Signs might also be available at the airport.
Meet your driver
Go to your assigned pickup location as specified by the app. Please note, this location may not always be at your nearest exit. If you can’t find your driver, contact them through the app.
OTP tips
Bucharest Airport wifi
Passengers at Henri Coandă Airport can enjoy free wifi access throughout the airport.
Accessibility at OTP
Special services are available at OTP Airport for passengers with limited mobility. Disabled facilities are located throughout the terminal, and wheelchair access is available.
Henri Coandă Airport parking
Both long-term and short-term parking options are available at OTP Airport. Long-term parking is calculated based on number of days parked. The maximum time allowed in the car park is 30 days.
Top questions from riders
- Can I order a ride with Uber at Bucharest Airport?
Yes, passengers can request a ride with Uber from Otopeni Airport by opening their Uber app and typing in the airport’s location.
- Where is the pickup location for Uber at Bucharest Airport?
Customers can meet their drivers outside the terminal’s first-floor parking lot. Be aware, however, that all pickup points are subject to change, so look at your app after requesting a ride to double-check your location.
- How much will a trip from Henri Coandă Airport cost?
Uber journey prices may vary, so be sure to use Uber’s price estimation tool before requesting a ride. Please note that per Uber’s agreement with OTP Airport, a 3 RON surcharge is added to prices for Uber trips.
- How long will it take to secure a ride with Uber at Bucharest Airport?
Uber usually connects riders with drivers within minutes. However, connection times may vary depending on the number of drivers on the road, your destination, and current demand.
More information
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OTP visitor information
Henri Coandă International Airport in Otopeni is located approximately 20 kilometers (12 miles) from the center of Bucharest, the largest city in Romania and the country’s capital. As Romania’s busiest airport, Bucharest Otopeni airport is equipped to handle more than 10 million passengers per year and, in ideal conditions, is only a 30-minute Uber trip from the city center.
Bucharest Airport lounge areas
Otopeni Airport’s lounges are open 24/7, providing a relaxing atmosphere for a break before your flight. You can also use the lounges’ telephone services and wifi freely to make calls or send emails. Or just entertain yourself with Romanian and international television channels and refresh with coffee, sweets, and snacks. Dedicated staff are on-site to help you with any issues.
Communication at OTP
If you need to drop off any last-minute mail items, there are mailboxes inside the airport’s Departures and Arrivals terminals. International money transfer offices are also available at the airport, should you require this service.
Bucharest Airport hotel options
There are numerous hotels just 5 minutes from OTP Airport in central Otopeni. With such a short ride to Bucharest, there are also plenty of options for accommodations and hotels in Bucharest city center.
Things to do at OTP
If you’ve got time on a layover or before a flight at Otopeni Airport, why not check out the duty-free shopping? With different shopping sections available 24/7 in various parts of the terminal, you’re bound to find something you’re after, whether it’s traditional Romanian foods, or alcohol, tobacco, or a newspaper. Alternatively, you could pass the time by getting a haircut in the departures area. There’s also a Christian chapel at the airport if you’re religious or are just looking for a quite space to think.
Family travel at OTP
If you’re traveling with children, you can visit Henri Coandă Airport’s mother and infant rooms, specifically equipped for baby changing and feeding, which are available for free and 24/7. All airport restrooms are also equipped for parents traveling with infants.
Bucharest Airport restaurants
Food concessions operate in both the Departures and Arrivals areas at Otopeni Airport. Several coffee shops, ice cream parlors, and restaurants are available for passengers traveling both landside and airside. If you need to purchase any food items before heading home in Bucharest, there are also supermarkets available in the ground floor Arrivals area with long opening hours.
Places of interest near OTP
With central Bucharest close, Otopeni Airport is the perfect jumping-off point to explore Romania’s capital and economic center, whether you’re interested in its history (medieval or modern), nightlife, or just a bit of sightseeing. If you’ve got a short layover to spend in the city, these are some of the essential Bucharest spots to check out:
- Ceauşescu Mansion
- King Michael I Park
- Palace of Parliament
- Romanian Athenaeum
- Stavropoleos Monastery
Find more information about Bucharest Otopeni Airport here.