Airport
Bucharest Băneasa – Aurel Vlaicu International Airport (BBU)
Bucharest Băneasa – Aurel Vlaicu International Airport is a compact city airport in northern Bucharest, serving low-cost scheduled flights, charter services and business aviation. It offers quick access to central Bucharest and onward connections across Romania.
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About Bucharest Băneasa – Aurel Vlaicu International Airport
Bucharest Băneasa – Aurel Vlaicu International Airport is a compact international airport serving Bucharest from the northern Băneasa district. Located around 8 km from the city centre, it acts as a convenient city gateway for low-cost scheduled flights, charter services and business aviation.
The airport's distinctive single passenger terminal opened in 1952 and has a propeller-inspired layout, with check-in located in its central section. A separate general aviation terminal handles private and business flights and provides lounge, meeting and briefing facilities.
BBU is connected to central Bucharest by road via the DN1 (E60), and taxis or ride-hailing services offer the most practical onward travel. Journey times to the city centre typically range from about 15 to 30 minutes depending on traffic.
Although smaller than Henri Coandă International Airport, the airport offers a convenient, easily accessible option for travellers using low-cost carriers and private aviation in Romania's capital region.
Terminal Overview
Terminals
Bucharest Băneasa – Aurel Vlaicu International Airport has one passenger terminal, opened in 1952 and designed with a distinctive propeller-like layout. All scheduled and charter passengers are processed through this terminal, while a separate general aviation terminal serves private and business flights.
Ground Transportation Services to and from Bucharest Băneasa – Aurel Vlaicu International Airport
Transfers
Book private transfers from Bucharest Băneasa – Aurel Vlaicu International Airport to hotels, city-centre locations, business districts and other destinations across Bucharest.
Hourly Chauffeur
Arrange a professional chauffeur by the hour for flexible travel from BBU, business meetings, events or journeys around Bucharest.
Car Rental
Rent a car from Bucharest Băneasa – Aurel Vlaicu International Airport for independent travel around Bucharest and onward journeys across Romania.
Bus & Group Transfers
Organize minibuses or charter buses for groups travelling between BBU, hotels, event venues and other locations in and around Bucharest.
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