Looking to rent a car Bucharest Airport (Otopeni)? Here is a simple guide to a smooth pickup and the best price.
Landing at Bucharest Henri Coanda Airport (OTP) and need a car? Here is how car rental works at Bucharest airport, what documents you need, and how to skip the counter queues entirely.
Rent a car Bucharest Airport: how pickup works
You have two options: the international chains with counters inside the terminal, or local family-run companies that meet you at arrivals with the car ready. The chains offer familiar brands at higher prices. Local companies like ours offer personal service, meet and greet at arrivals, and contracts in English, usually at better rates.
What you need to rent a car in Romania
- Passport or EU identity card
- A valid driving licence held for at least one year. EU licences work directly; for non-EU licences we recommend an International Driving Permit as well.
That is all. The contract is signed at handover and takes a few minutes.
Why choose a local family company
We have been renting cars at Otopeni since 2006. We track your flight, wait if it is delayed, and hand over the car at arrivals at any hour. You talk to the same people before, during and after the rental, not to a call center. Clear conditions, no bait pricing, no surprise fees. See our rent a car Otopeni page for details.
Driving in Romania: quick tips
- You need a road vignette (rovinieta) for national roads; rental cars usually have it included. Ours do.
- Headlights on daytime running lights outside cities are mandatory.
- Speed limits: 50 km/h in cities, 90-100 on national roads, 120-130 on motorways.
- Bucharest traffic is heavy at rush hour; plan airport returns with a buffer.
Frequently asked questions
Can I pick up the car directly at Bucharest airport?
Yes. We meet you at the arrivals terminal with the car and the contract ready. Send us your flight number and we track it.
Do you speak English?
Yes. Contracts and all communication are available in English.
Can I return the car at the airport for an early flight?
Yes, we arrange handovers at any hour, including early morning departures.
Check availability and book your car with Eurocar4rent. Flight info on the official airport website.