OTP · Bucharest, Romania
Henri Coandă International Airport — Wi-Fi, eSIM & arrival guide
Arriving at Henri Coandă International Airport? This page covers what to expect on the ground — free Wi-Fi reality, mobile signal at the gate, ground transport into Bucharest, and how to skip the SIM-card booth queue.
Free airport Wi-Fi
Good
Distance to Bucharest
17 km
Romania eSIM
from $1.20
Free Wi-Fi & mobile signal at OTP
Free Wi-Fi: Free Wi-Fi.
Mobile signal at arrival: Orange RO, Vodafone RO, Telekom RO, Digi.Mobil — all strong; Digi is cheapest.
Romania eSIM — live pricing
Free tier
from $1.20
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Ground transport from OTP to Bucharest
Express Bus 783
⏱ 40–60 min to Piața UniriiRON 3.50 (~$0.75)
Buy ticket at the orange RATB booth in arrivals.
CFR train
⏱ 17 min to Gara de NordRON 7
Taxi (booked at arrival kiosk)
⏱ 30–60 minRON 70–110 (~$15–24)
Use the touchscreen taxi-booking kiosks in arrivals — fixed prices, no scams.
Common scams to avoid at OTP
- Drivers approaching in arrivals offering rides — always book via the touchscreen kiosk.
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How to activate your eSIM for Romania
1
Choose your plan in LTE.app
Browse Romania plans and select one that fits your trip length. Takes under a minute.
2
Scan the QR code in your phone settings
iOS: Settings → Cellular → Add eSIM. Android: Settings → Network → SIM → Add eSIM. Scan the QR and confirm.
3
Board your flight
Your eSIM is installed. No action needed during the flight. Keep your home SIM active for calls and texts.
4
Land at Henri Coandă International Airport — you're connected
The eSIM connects automatically to a Romania carrier. By the time you reach baggage claim, you have data.
FAQ — OTP Henri Coandă International Airport
Is there free Wi-Fi at Henri Coandă International Airport?
Yes — Free Wi-Fi. A Romania eSIM still gives you reliable data the moment you land and continues working throughout your trip, not just inside the terminal.
How do I get from Henri Coandă International Airport to Bucharest?
Henri Coandă International Airport has multiple options: Express Bus 783 (40–60 min to Piața Unirii, RON 3.50 (~$0.75)); CFR train (17 min to Gara de Nord, RON 7); Taxi (booked at arrival kiosk) (30–60 min, RON 70–110 (~$15–24)). The airport is about 17 km from Bucharest.
Can I buy a SIM card at Henri Coandă International Airport?
Henri Coandă International Airport has SIM card vendors in the arrivals area, but they are typically more expensive than buying online. LTE.app lets you purchase and install a Romania eSIM before you fly — it activates automatically when you land.
Which mobile carrier should I use at Henri Coandă International Airport?
LTE.app partners with multiple local carriers in Romania to provide wide network coverage. Our plans use multi-network eSIMs that connect to the best available signal at Henri Coandă International Airport and throughout the country.
When should I install my eSIM for Romania?
Install your eSIM at home before your flight, while connected to Wi-Fi. It takes under two minutes — just scan a QR code in your phone settings. Activation happens automatically when you land at Henri Coandă International Airport and connect to the local network.
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