Flying from Bucharest to Skiathos Airport (JSI): what you need to know
Bucharest's main base, Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP), is where plenty of awesome adventures begin. Explore the departure options from here when searching for a flight from Bucharest to Skiathos Airport (JSI).
Jump on a direct flight from Bucharest to Skiathos Airport and you'll be travelling for around 1 hour 30 minutes.
Skiathos (where Skiathos Airport is located) and Bucharest share the UTC+2 timezone. You can fly without needing to calculate any time difference.
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) to Skiathos Airport (JSI) is the most popular route. There are 1 direct weekly departures to choose from. If you prefer a later start to the day, hop on the last flight with Ryanair at 14:10. Opt for the first OTP to JSI departure with Ryanair at 13:45 if you want to get going earlier.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Be at the airport on time to board your flight from Bucharest to JSI.
Flying over a peak time like July? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Bucharest
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
Fly without interruptions from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP). Nonstop flights from Bucharest to Skiathos Airport (JSI) are available from here.
You can travel on a direct flight from Bucharest to Skiathos Airport with Ryanair. This top airline offers services from OTP.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially save on your flight from Bucharest to JSI. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP). Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these airports:
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)
OTP is around 21 kilometres from central Bucharest. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 34 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be approximately 1 hour and 36 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Bucharest to Skiathos Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport:
About Skiathos Airport (JSI)
Reserve a hotel close to JSI if you're catching a late flight from Bucharest to Skiathos Airport. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Skiathos Airport (JSI) to central Skiathos
Skiathos Airport to central Skiathos is about 5 minutes in a car. It's approximately 2 kilometres away. Discover what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bucharest to Skiathos Airport (JSI)
For a one-way ticket from Bucharest to Skiathos Airport, R 858 is the cheapest price. You can also book a return flight from just R 1,716. These are currently the lowest fares but are subject to change based on availability.
9 months is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from Bucharest to JSI.
The cheapest month for tickets from Bucharest to Skiathos Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the most affordable day to fly if you're flexible with your departure dates.
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The best time to fly from Bucharest to Skiathos Airport (JSI)
August is the busiest month to hop on a flight from Bucharest to Skiathos Airport while April is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to go to Skiathos, consider the pace you like to travel at.
When booking your flight from Bucharest to JSI, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Skiathos, with temperatures ranging from 21ºC to 29ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 6ºC and 13ºC. Look for cheap flights from Bucharest to Skiathos Airport sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.
More about Skiathos
Start your Skiathos trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Bucharest to Skiathos Airport, explore our range of hotels including:
Koukounaries Beach and Lalaria Beach are just the start of the big attractions to add to your Skiathos travel itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Agios Nikolaos Church and Clock Tower.
Complete your Skiathos trip with a car rental
Grab the keys to one of our car rentals in Skiathos and explore at your own pace. Easily compare rates from trusted providers in one go after booking your hotel and cheap flights from Bucharest to Skiathos Airport.