Airport Comparison
| GUF | OTP | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Gulf Shores International/Jack Edwards Field | Henri Coanda International Airport |
| IATA Code | GUF | OTP |
| ICAO Code | KJKA | LROP |
| City | Gulf Shores | Bucharest |
| Country | United States | Romania |
| Timezone | America/Chicago | Europe/Bucharest |
| Elevation | 17 ft | 314 ft |
| Coordinates | 30.290000, -87.670000 | 44.570000, 26.100000 |
Gulf Shores (GUF) to Bucharest (OTP) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Gulf Shores International/Jack Edwards Field (GUF) in Gulf Shores, United States to Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) in Bucharest, Romania is 9,331 kilometers (5,798 miles / 5,038 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying northeast at a heading of 41°.
This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.
This is an international route connecting United States with Romania. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 19:33 in Gulf Shores, it's 03:33 in Bucharest. With a 8-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.
The return flight from Bucharest (OTP) to Gulf Shores (GUF) follows a heading of 307° (northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Gulf Shores International/Jack Edwards Field (GUF) and Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.