Bucharest Henri Coandă International Airport

LROP / OTP

Otopeni, RO

Last Updated
Jul 4, 05:30Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 23 min ago
05:30Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
22°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 16°C
3 kt
90°
--
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1015 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LROP 040530Z 09003KT 050V110 CAVOK 22/16 Q1015 NOSIG

Weather Briefing

VFR

Bucharest Henri Coandă International Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with clear skies.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the east (90°) at 3 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 22°C (72°F) with a dewpoint of 16°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. Expected weather includes: Light Thunderstorm Rain. Expect variable wind speeds ranging from 4 to 15 knots. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Light Thunderstorm Rain between 00:00Z and 03:00Z. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Light Thunderstorm Rain between 09:00Z and 14:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. The forecast indicates conditions may deteriorate. Ensure you have fuel reserves and a viable alternate airport.

This briefing is generated from real-time METAR and TAF data. Always verify with official sources before flight.

QNH
1015 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1005 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (314 ft)
Pressure Alt
262 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,177 ft
ISA Deviation: +7.6°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF LROP 032300Z 0400/0424 VRB04KT 9999 SCT045 TEMPO 0400/0403 5000 -TSRA BKN015 SCT040CB TEMPO 0409/0414 VRB15G25KT 5000 -TSRA SCT015 BKN040CB
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
05:53Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 4 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
09:00Z TEMPO
+4h
MVFR VRB 15 kt
Visibility: 5 km
Ceiling: 4,000 ft
Light Thunderstorm Rain

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
ROP
08L ✈️
26R
08R ✈️
26L

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 08L/26R
Active: 08L
11,484 ft 148 ft ASP 84°
3.0 kt 0.5 kt
10° angle
✈️ 08R/26L
Active: 08R
11,484 ft 148 ft ASP 84°
3.0 kt 0.5 kt
10° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - LROP

13,480 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
60.2%
MVFR
13.7%
IFR
10.1%
LIFR
15.9%

Bucharest Henri Coandă International Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 60.2% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 26% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 7.3 knots, with gusts recorded up to 32 knots. Temperature extremes range from -13°C to 38°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. Fog is a notable factor, occurring in approximately 14.9% of observations, with visibility below 3 SM in 0% of reports. The best months for VFR flying are July, May, June.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 7.3 kt
Maximum Recorded: 32 kt
Calm Winds: 3.5%
Direction Distribution:
E
27.6%
N
6.5%
S
2.5%
W
20.4%
NE
20.3%
NW
4.1%
SE
3.1%
SW
11.9%

Temperature Range

Average: 9.9°C
Range: -13°C to 38°C
-13°C 38°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 14.9%

Best Months for VFR

July May June

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 08L/26R
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.6 kt
Runway 08R/26L
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.6 kt

Statistics computed from 13,480 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Bucharest Henri Coandă International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LROP
IATA Code: OTP
Type: large airport
Status: active
Elevation: 314 ft MSL

Location

City: Otopeni
Country: RO
Latitude: 44.572127°
Longitude: 26.103396°
Time Zone: Europe/Athens

Runway Information

Runway 08L/26R
Length: 11,484 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 08R/26L
Length: 11,484 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Bucharest Henri Coandă International Airport

Overview

Bucharest Henri Coandă International Airport serves as Romania's primary international gateway, located in Otopeni, just northwest of Bucharest. Situated at 314 feet above mean sea level, the airport is a major hub for commercial and cargo operations, handling significant passenger and freight traffic for southeastern Europe.

Flying Conditions

The airport's elevation at 314 ft MSL provides relatively stable approach conditions with minimal terrain interference. The presence of two parallel runways (08L/26R and 08R/26L), each 11,484 feet long, allows for robust operational flexibility across different wind conditions and traffic scenarios.

Notable Features

The airport's geographic coordinates (44.572127, 26.103396) place it in a relatively flat region with minimal surrounding terrain challenges. The parallel runway configuration enables simultaneous operations and provides redundancy for different wind directions, with both runways featuring asphalt (ASP) surfaces suitable for heavy commercial aircraft.

Approach Considerations

Pilots can expect standard approach procedures utilizing the parallel runway system, with 08/26 orientation allowing for operations aligned with prevailing wind patterns. The substantial runway length of 11,484 feet provides ample space for large commercial aircraft, supporting wide-body and heavy jet operations with generous landing and takeoff margins.

Data Sources & Accuracy: Airport information sourced from OurAirports.com, a collaborative database of worldwide airport data. Weather data from official aviation weather services including NOAA Aviation Weather Center and international METAR/TAF providers. Information is updated regularly but pilots should always verify current conditions and NOTAMs through official channels before flight operations.

Official Data Sources

Weather NOAA Aviation Weather Center • International METAR/TAF Network
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NOTAMs FAA NOTAM System • ICAO NOTAM Distribution
Last updated: Jan 1, 1970 12:00 AM UTC

Disclaimer: Data is provided for informational purposes only. Pilots must verify all information through official sources before flight operations. Weather conditions change rapidly; always obtain a current briefing from approved weather services.