Otopeni Airport - Bucharest: Private transfer with driver

Summary

Arriving in Bucharest: a quiet drive, a local story, and a warm welcome

You’ll be met right at Otopeni Airport by your private driver and taken straight into Bucharest in comfort — air conditioning, WiFi, and all those small reassurances after a long flight. Along the way you’ll get local tips and maybe even a laugh or two — it’s an easy start you’ll remember long after the trip.

What’s the experience like?

“Don’t worry, I’ll spot you before you spot me,” our driver grinned, holding up a sign with my name just outside the Arrivals InfoDesk at Henri Coanda Airport. He was right — I’d barely cleared customs when I saw him waving, somehow both relaxed and alert. There’s something about that first moment in a new country — the mix of airport smells (coffee, tired perfume, something fried), the low hum of voices in Romanian, everyone scanning for their ride. It felt good not to have to think too hard after the flight.

The car was cool inside — honestly, I didn’t realize how much I needed that until we pulled away from Otopeni and the city started to flicker by through the window. Our driver (his name was Marius) chatted about Bucharest’s neighborhoods as we drove; he pointed out where the old communist blocks gave way to newer glass buildings. He even gave me a few tips for late-night food (“mici — you have to try it, but don’t ask what’s in it”). The WiFi worked fine; I messaged home while Marius navigated traffic like he’d done it a thousand times.

I kept noticing little things — like how Marius slowed down near a group of kids crossing the street without anyone asking him to, or how he laughed when I tried to pronounce “Bulevardul Unirii” (I definitely butchered it). The whole private transfer from Otopeni Airport to Bucharest took maybe 30 minutes? Hard to say exactly; time felt soft after traveling. When we pulled up at my hotel, he helped with my bag and wished me “bun venit.” That stuck with me more than I expected.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Private Transfer from Airport to Bucharest

• Meet driver at Arrivals InfoDesk
• Transfer to Bucharest location

Top questions

Where will my driver meet me at Otopeni Airport?

Your driver will wait next to the InfoDesk in Arrivals on the main floor with a placard showing your name.

Is WiFi available during the transfer?

Yes, WiFi is included onboard your private vehicle during your transfer from Otopeni Airport to Bucharest.

How long does the transfer from Otopeni Airport to Bucharest take?

The drive usually takes around 30 minutes depending on traffic conditions.

Are infant seats or service animals allowed?

Specialized infant seats are available upon request and service animals are allowed on this transfer.

Is this private transfer suitable for all fitness levels?

Yes, this service is suitable for all physical fitness levels.

What’s included

Your booking includes one-way private transfer from Otopeni Airport to your location in Bucharest with pickup at Arrivals, an air-conditioned vehicle with WiFi onboard, gasoline and parking fees covered by your local driver—plus help with bags if you need it.