Bucharest Henri Coandă International Airport
Daylight today(Aug 29, 2026, local time)
About 13h 25m of daylight. Civil twilight (dawn/dusk) approximates the FAA definition of night for logging and currency. Times are computed and approximate — verify with official sources.
About Bucharest Henri Coandă International Airport
Bucharest Henri Coandă International Airport is Romania's busiest international airport, located in Otopeni, 16.5 km (10.3 mi) north of Bucharest's city centre. It is currently one of the two airports serving the capital of Romania, the other being the smaller Aurel Vlaicu Airport. The airport covers 605 hectares of land and contains two parallel runways, both 3,500 meters long.
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Live weather
LROPNOTAMs
LROPReference only — not an official briefing. Always obtain a certified briefing (e.g. 1800wxbrief.com / your AIS) before flight.
NOTAM data via the FAA NOTAM system.
Live departures & arrivals
Flight data by AeroDataBox. Times are estimates — not for navigation; confirm with the airline.
Where you can fly from here
Current scheduled routes & daily frequency by AeroDataBox. Approximate — confirm bookable schedules with the airline.
Live traffic nearby
Aircraft currently within ~40 nm, from live ADS-B. Positions are approximately real-time — not for navigation.
Live ADS-B by adsb.lol & the OpenSky Network. Not for navigation.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (2)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08L / 26R | 11,484 ft / 3,500 m | 148 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
| 08R / 26L | 11,484 ft / 3,500 m | 148 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (4)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| APP | BUCURESTI APP | 118.250 MHz |
| ATIS | OTOPENI ATIS | 118.500 MHz |
| GND | OTOPENI GND | 121.700 MHz |
| TWR | OTOPENI TWR | 120.900 MHz |
Navaids(5)
Airlines & destinations
Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date. Check current schedules.
Airspace in this area(4)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TMA BUCURESTI 2 | Class A | TMA | 2000 ft MSL | FL175 |
| CTR OTOPENI | Class C | CTR | GND | 2000 ft MSL |
| MUNTENIA AND OLTENIA | Special use | Type 33 | 1000 ft GND | FL105 |
| LRBB | Special use | FIR | GND | FL660 |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all Romania airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Weather by month
Share of VFR / marginal-VFR / IFR / low-IFR conditions by month over the last 8 years, with the prevailing wind and typical density altitude. Historical climatology — not a forecast.
Prevailing wind: ENE (from about 67.5°), on 15% of observations, averaging 9 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 41% | -1,381 ft | |
| Feb | 56% | -1,254 ft | |
| Mar | 70% | -675 ft | |
| Apr | 87% | -75 ft | |
| May | 91% | 556 ft | |
| Jun | 93% | 1,202 ft | |
| Jul | 97% | 1,506 ft | |
| Aug | 98% | 1,506 ft | |
| Sep | 95% | 772 ft | |
| Oct | 78% | -97 ft | |
| Nov | 43% | -750 ft | |
| Dec | 27% | -1,307 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~-1,381–1,506 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
VFR reporting points nearby
| Point | Distance | Bearing | Reporting |
|---|---|---|---|
| OGUPI | 2.6 nm | 329° | Compulsory |
| RIRUX | 2.7 nm | 213° | Compulsory |
| OBUDO | 5.2 nm | 043° | Compulsory |
| PATWA | 5.8 nm | 193° | Compulsory |
| UNUSU | 6.5 nm | 109° | Compulsory |
| MORAX | 7 nm | 124° | Compulsory |
| GOTOB | 7.2 nm | 077° | Compulsory |
| ROTBI | 8.1 nm | 238° | Compulsory |
| SORUR | 8.7 nm | 273° | Compulsory |
| KAJNA | 9.4 nm | 221° | Compulsory |
Named VFR reporting points within ~20 nm; distance and bearing are from the airport reference point. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — check the current VAC/AIP for procedures and whether a report is required.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Obstacle | 591 ft | 282 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 525 ft | 272 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 492 ft | 249 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 492 ft | 217 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 492 ft | 276 ft | — |
| Sky Tower | 449 ft | 266 ft | — |
| Catedrala Mântuirii Neamului Românesc | 443 ft | 302 ft | — |
| Globalworth Tower | 394 ft | 249 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Bucharest Henri Coandă International Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Bucharest Henri Coandă International Airport?
The ICAO code for Bucharest Henri Coandă International Airport is LROP, and its IATA code is OTP.
Where is Bucharest Henri Coandă International Airport located?
Bucharest Henri Coandă International Airport is large airport located in Otopeni, Romania, at an elevation of 314 ft (96 m).
How many runways does Bucharest Henri Coandă International Airport have?
Bucharest Henri Coandă International Airport has 2 runways, the longest being 11,484 ft / 3,500 m.
Which airlines fly to Bucharest Henri Coandă International Airport?
Airlines historically serving Bucharest Henri Coandă International Airport include Aegean Airlines, Aeroflot Russian Airlines, Air Berlin, Air Europa, Air France, Air Moldova, among 39 carriers (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Bucharest Henri Coandă International Airport?
Historical data lists 64 nonstop destinations from Bucharest Henri Coandă International Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Bucharest Henri Coandă International Airport in?
Bucharest Henri Coandă International Airport is in the Europe/Bucharest time zone (UTC+03:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Bucharest Henri Coandă International Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Bucharest Henri Coandă International Airport is approximately 6.4° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Bucharest Henri Coandă International Airport?
The nearest airport to Bucharest Henri Coandă International Airport is Bucharest Băneasa Aurel Vlaicu International Airport (BBU), about 4.1 nm to the s, followed by Gagu Zenair Airfield and Chitila Airfield.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Bucharest Henri Coandă International Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.