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Cheapest return flight
R12 070
Typical prices: R15 829-R19 559
Multiple Airlines
Fri 7/12Sat 15/12
OTP - CPT • 2 stops
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Bucharest and Cape Town. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
21 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 21 weeks in advance save around 47% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
May
Cheapest • 24% price drop
January
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Frankfurt am Main (FRA)
Cheapest • Avg R13 389 (return)
Istanbul (IST)
Shortest trip • 15h 16m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Bucharest to Cape Town (BUH-CPT)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Bucharest to Cape Town

Mon, Dec 7 - Tue, Dec 15
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19:10 - 23:00OTP  Bucharest Otopeni Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
27h 50m2 stops Vienna Intl Istanbul
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17:15 - 23:50CPT  Cape Town Intl-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl
30h 35m2 stops Istanbul Vienna Intl
R12 070Multiple Airlines
3+ days ago
Sun, Dec 6 - Tue, Dec 15
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5:55 - 10:35OTP  Bucharest Otopeni Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
28h 40m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
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9:30 - 1:00CPT  Cape Town Intl-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl
15h 30m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
R12 897Lufthansa
3+ days ago
Mon, Dec 7 - Tue, Dec 15
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6:00 - 7:40OTP  Bucharest Otopeni Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
25h 40m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
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9:30 - 1:00CPT  Cape Town Intl-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl
15h 30m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
R13 029Lufthansa
3+ days ago
Sun, Dec 6 - Tue, Dec 15
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5:55 - 10:35OTP  Bucharest Otopeni Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
28h 40m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
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9:30 - 1:00CPT  Cape Town Intl-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl
15h 30m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
R13 128Lufthansa
9 hours ago
Sun, Dec 6 - Tue, Dec 15
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5:55 - 7:40OTP  Bucharest Otopeni Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
25h 45m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Munich Franz Josef Strauss
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9:30 - 1:00CPT  Cape Town Intl-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl
15h 30m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
R13 591Lufthansa
3+ days ago
Mon, Nov 30 - Wed, Dec 9
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13:15 - 7:40OTP  Bucharest Otopeni Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
18h 25m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
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9:20 - 1:15CPT  Cape Town Intl-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl
15h 55m1 stop Zurich
R13 625Multiple Airlines
3+ days ago
Wed, Nov 25 - Wed, Dec 2
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8:00 - 12:05OTP  Bucharest Otopeni Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
28h 05m2 stops Berlin Brandenburg Istanbul
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17:15 - 18:20CPT  Cape Town Intl-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl
25h 05m2 stops Istanbul Berlin Brandenburg
R13 707Multiple Airlines
3+ days ago
Mon, Nov 30 - Wed, Dec 9
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6:45 - 13:00OTP  Bucharest Otopeni Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
30h 15m2 stops Madrid Barajas Addis Ababa Bole
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13:50 - 15:30CPT  Cape Town Intl-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl
25h 40m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Madrid Barajas
R14 038Multiple Airlines
2 days ago
Mon, Nov 30 - Wed, Dec 9
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6:30 - 7:40OTP  Bucharest Otopeni Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
25h 10m2 stops Zurich Munich Franz Josef Strauss
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9:20 - 15:50CPT  Cape Town Intl-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl
30h 30m1 stop Zurich
R14 071SWISS
3+ days ago
Mon, Nov 30 - Tue, Dec 8
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21:35 - 23:00OTP  Bucharest Otopeni Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
25h 25m1 stop Istanbul
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0:55 - 8:40CPT  Cape Town Intl-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl
31h 45m1 stop Istanbul
R14 137Turkish Airlines
2 days ago
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Bucharest to Cape Town flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

What is the cheapest Bucharest to Cape Town flight route?

There's little price difference between Bucharest to Cape Town routes. They average around R17 697 return, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Bucharest to Cape Town?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Bucharest to Cape Town. It’s 10% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 13% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Bucharest to Cape Town?

•May is the cheapest month to fly from Bucharest to Cape Town at R13 443 return.
•October (R27 993) and December (R19 395) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 108% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Bucharest to Cape Town the cheapest?

Flights from Bucharest to Cape Town are cheapest 21 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 47% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Bucharest to Cape Town flights

Low season

August

Cheapest flight

R12 070
Beat the crowds with an average 64% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 123% increase in traveller numbers.
Round-trip flight from Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport to Cape Town

When to book flights from Bucharest to Cape Town

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Bucharest to Cape Town based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Bucharest to Cape Town flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Bucharest to Cape Town?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Bucharest to Cape Town:

    • Economy class
    • Business Class

  • How long is a flight from Bucharest to Cape Town?

    A direct flight from Bucharest to Cape Town takes 00m, covering 14 074 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Bucharest to Cape Town?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Bucharest to Cape Town flight?

    Return flights from Bucharest to Cape Town range from R15 829 to R19 559, with an average of R17 697 over the past 12 months. Anything below R15 829 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Bucharest to Cape Town flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 18% above the R17 697 route average. Book 21 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Have flight prices from Bucharest to Cape Town changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about R12 070 to R49 009. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

  • Which car hire options are available at Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT)?

    Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around R49 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Sixt
    • Europcar
    • Woodford
    • GREEN MOTION
    • Hertz

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Bucharest to Cape Town?

    Flights from Bucharest to Cape Town may depart from several airports in Bucharest area, including Bucharest Baneasa (BBU) and Bucharest Otopeni Intl (OTP). Flights usually arrive at Cape Town Intl (CPT).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Bucharest to Cape Town pass through?

    One-stop flights from Bucharest to Cape Town most commonly connect through:

    • Istanbul (IST) – 44% of one-stop connections
    • Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) – 23% of one-stop connections
    • Zurich (ZRH) – 13% of one-stop connections
    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 10% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Bucharest to Cape Town?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 21% on flights from Bucharest to Cape Town. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at R16 005 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at R20 090, a difference of R4 084.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Bucharest to Cape Town?

    Flying via Istanbul (IST) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 15h 16m, compared to 15h 29m via Zurich (ZRH) and 16h 39m via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS).

  • What is the time difference between Bucharest and Cape Town?

    Cape Town is 1 hour behind Bucharest (South Africa Time vs Eastern European Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Cape Town?

    Some of the most popular sights in Cape Town are Sea Point Pavilion, Bloubergstrand Beach, and Cape Town Stadium. These are among the most viewed places in Cape Town on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Bucharest to Cape Town flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Tuesday flights average R16 005, about R4 084 less than Saturday fares (20% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 21 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 47% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Bucharest to Cape Town trip for May. Fares historically average R13 443 return in that month – typically R14 550 less than the most expensive month, which is October (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Cape Town Intl Airport.

    • Hotel Verde Cape Town Airport
    • Road Lodge Cape Town International Airport

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