Bucharest to Plovdiv flights
Plovdiv lies 276 km (172 mi) south-west of Bucharest, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 6 min gate to gate, based on the distance and typical cruise speed with taxi and climb allowed for; connecting itineraries add the layover on top.
| Bucharest | Plovdiv | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Romania | Bulgaria |
| Population | 1.9 million | 329,489 |
| Elevation | 83 m (272 ft) | 163 m (535 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Europe/Bucharest) | UTC+3 (Europe/Sofia) |
| Nearest large airport | BBU, 8 km out | PDV, 13 km out |
What changes when you arrive in Plovdiv
Crossing from Romania into Bulgaria: money changes from the Leu to the Lev (BGN); the dialling code becomes +359; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q1061257.
Airports at each end
Leaving Bucharest
Bucharest is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Bucharest Băneasa Aurel Vlaicu International Airport (BBU), 8 km (5 mi) from the centre, whose 10,499-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are Bucharest Henri Coandă International Airport (OTP, 16 km).
Arriving in Plovdiv
Plovdiv is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Plovdiv International Airport (PDV), 13 km (8 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 8,202 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Plovdiv International Airport | PDV | 13 km (8 mi) | 8,202 ft | 597 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Plovdiv from Bucharest?
276 km (172 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Bucharest.
How long does it take to get from Bucharest to Plovdiv by air?
About 1 h 6 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Bucharest and Plovdiv?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Bucharest to Plovdiv flights?
Typically Bucharest Băneasa Aurel Vlaicu International Airport (BBU) to Plovdiv International Airport (PDV).
What currency do I need in Plovdiv?
The Lev (BGN).
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.