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Cheap Flights from Bucharest to Johannesburg (BUH-JNB)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Bucharest to OR Tambo

Tue, Oct 13 - Thu, Oct 29
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13:10 - 20:10OTP  Bucharest Otopeni Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
32h 00m2 stops Milan Malpensa Addis Ababa Bole
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8:20 - 13:35JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl
29h 15m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Milan Malpensa
R11 651Multiple Airlines
Tue, Oct 13 - Thu, Oct 29
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13:10 - 13:30OTP  Bucharest Otopeni Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
25h 20m2 stops Milan Malpensa Addis Ababa Bole
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14:30 - 1:45JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl
35h 15m3 stops Addis Ababa Bole Milan Malpensa Warsaw Frederic Chopin
R12 531Multiple Airlines
Sun, Sep 20 - Sat, Sep 26
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7:05 - 21:20OTP  Bucharest Otopeni Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
15h 15m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
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23:15 - 23:45JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl
23h 30m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
R13 347KLM
Sun, Sep 20 - Sat, Sep 26
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7:05 - 21:20OTP  Bucharest Otopeni Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
15h 15m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
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23:15 - 13:00JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl
36h 45m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
R14 292KLM
Tue, Oct 13 - Thu, Oct 29
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14:35 - 13:30OTP  Bucharest Otopeni Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
23h 55m3 stops Warsaw Frederic Chopin Milan Malpensa Addis Ababa Bole
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14:30 - 15:20JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl
24h 50m3 stops Addis Ababa Bole Milan Malpensa Belgrade Nikola Tesla
R14 724Multiple Airlines
Mon, Mar 8 - Fri, Mar 12
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12:35 - 8:20OTP  Bucharest Otopeni Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
19h 45m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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9:50 - 11:30JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl
25h 40m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
R15 684Etihad Airways
Mon, Mar 8 - Fri, Mar 12
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12:35 - 8:20OTP  Bucharest Otopeni Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
19h 45m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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9:50 - 11:30JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl
25h 40m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
R15 716Etihad Airways
Sun, Sep 20 - Sat, Sep 26
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7:05 - 21:20OTP  Bucharest Otopeni Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
15h 15m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
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23:15 - 22:35JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl
22h 20m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Paris Charles de Gaulle
R16 148Multiple Airlines
Sun, Sep 20 - Sat, Sep 26
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7:40 - 7:10OTP  Bucharest Otopeni Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
24h 30m2 stops Athens Eleftherios V. Cairo
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9:45 - 12:50JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl
26h 05m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Rome Fiumicino
R16 196Multiple Airlines
Sun, Sep 20 - Sat, Sep 26
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7:05 - 21:20OTP  Bucharest Otopeni Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
15h 15m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
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23:15 - 22:35JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl
22h 20m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Paris Charles de Gaulle
R16 292Multiple Airlines
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Bucharest to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Bucharest to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport with more confidence.

What is the cheapest Bucharest to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight route?

There's little price difference between Bucharest to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport routes. They average around R16 762 return, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Bucharest to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Bucharest to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and is 10% cheaper than the average day. Wednesday is the most expensive day with flight prices 35% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Bucharest to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

  • January is the cheapest month to fly from Bucharest to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport at R7 954 return.
  • May (R24 006) and December (R20 757) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 201% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Bucharest to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights

Low season

August

Cheapest flight

R11 651
Best time to beat the crowds (2% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 53% lower on average.
Flights from Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

When to book flights from Bucharest to OR Tambo

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Bucharest to OR Tambo 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 Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Bucharest to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Flights from Bucharest to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport may depart from several airports in Bucharest area, including Bucharest Baneasa (BBU) and Bucharest Otopeni Intl (OTP). Flights usually arrive at Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB).

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Bucharest to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Only Economy class is available on flights from Bucharest to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Bucharest to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from Bucharest to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Istanbul (IST) – 35% of one-stop connections
    • London Heathrow (LHR) – 19% of one-stop connections
    • Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) – 14% of one-stop connections
    • Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) – 13% of one-stop connections

    Istanbul (IST) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Bucharest to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    On the Bucharest to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 34%. Sunday is the cheapest day at R15 188 return on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at R22 726 – a R7 538 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • What popular places can I visit in Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport are Gold Reef City, Eastgate Shopping Centre, and Gallagher Convention Centre. These are among the most viewed places in Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport on KAYAK.

  • How long is a flight from Bucharest to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    A direct flight from Bucharest to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport takes 0h 00m, covering 12 624 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Bucharest to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    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.

  • Have flight prices from Bucharest to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return prices on this route varied from about R11 651 to R22 358. That means the highest observed fare was about 91% higher than the lowest one.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Bucharest to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Flying via Istanbul (IST) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 14h 19m, compared to 16h 21m via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) and 17h 03m via Frankfurt am Main (FRA).

  • What is the time difference between Bucharest and Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

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

  • Which car hire options are available at Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (JNB)?

    Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (JNB) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around R109 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · GREEN MOTION
    · Europcar
    · Woodford
    · Alamo
    · Sixt

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Bucharest to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight?

    Return flights from Bucharest to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport range from R13 331 to R20 212, with an average of R16 762 over the past 12 months. Anything below R13 331 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Bucharest to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport 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 Sunday departure instead of Wednesday. On this route, Sunday flights average R15 188 – about R7 538 less than Wednesday (33% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Bucharest to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport trip for January. Fares historically average R7 954 return in that month – typically R16 052 less than the most expensive month, which is May (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport.
    - Southern Sun Or Tambo International Airport
    - Garden Court Or Tambo International Airport
    - Aero Guest Lodge

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