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Cheapest return flight
R11 671
Typical prices: R13 654-R20 701
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Mon 5/11Sun 11/11
OTP - JNB • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way flight
R6 999
Typical prices: R10 055-R12 531
Multiple Airlines
Thu 1/11
OTP - JNB • 2 stops
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Bucharest and Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to travel
January
Cheapest • 53% price drop
January
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
London Heathrow (LHR)
Cheapest • Avg R8 640 (return)
Istanbul (IST)
Shortest trip • 14h 19m (one-way)
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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

Thu, Nov 5 - Wed, Nov 11
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14:40 - 13:30OTP  Bucharest Otopeni Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
22h 50m2 stops Madrid Barajas Addis Ababa Bole
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14:30 - 14:05JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl
23h 35m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Madrid Barajas
R11 671Multiple Airlines
Thu, Nov 5 - Wed, Nov 11
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8:20 - 13:30OTP  Bucharest Otopeni Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
29h 10m3 stops Warsaw Frederic Chopin Madrid Barajas Addis Ababa Bole
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14:30 - 15:30JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl
25h 00m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Madrid Barajas
R12 474Multiple Airlines
Thu, Nov 12 - Thu, Nov 19
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6:00 - 9:55OTP  Bucharest Otopeni Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
27h 55m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
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20:40 - 1:15JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl
28h 35m1 stop Zurich
R12 949Multiple Airlines
Thu, Nov 12 - Thu, Nov 19
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21:50 - 8:25OTP  Bucharest Otopeni Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
34h 35m2 stops Madrid Barajas Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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9:50 - 19:15JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl
33h 25m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Madrid Barajas
R13 425Multiple Airlines
Thu, Nov 12 - Thu, Nov 19
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14:40 - 9:55OTP  Bucharest Otopeni Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
19h 15m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Munich Franz Josef Strauss
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19:55 - 12:30JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl
16h 35m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
R13 506Lufthansa
Thu, Nov 12 - Thu, Nov 19
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6:00 - 8:25OTP  Bucharest Otopeni Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
26h 25m2 stops Milan Malpensa Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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14:30 - 14:15JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl
23h 45m3 stops Addis Ababa Bole Cairo Istanbul
R13 523Multiple Airlines
Thu, Nov 5 - Tue, Nov 10
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18:00 - 22:00OTP  Bucharest Otopeni Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
28h 00m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
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23:59 - 23:30JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl
23h 31m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
R13 769KLM
Thu, Nov 12 - Thu, Nov 19
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12:40 - 13:30OTP  Bucharest Otopeni Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
24h 50m3 stops Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Dubai Intl Addis Ababa Bole
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14:30 - 14:15JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl
23h 45m3 stops Addis Ababa Bole Cairo Istanbul
R14 162Multiple Airlines
Thu, Nov 5 - Tue, Nov 10
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6:00 - 22:00OTP  Bucharest Otopeni Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
16h 00m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
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19:40 - 15:25JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl
19h 45m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Amsterdam Schiphol
R14 277KLM
Wed, Oct 14 - Sun, Oct 18
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8:20 - 13:30OTP  Bucharest Otopeni Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
30h 10m3 stops Warsaw Frederic Chopin Rome Fiumicino Addis Ababa Bole
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14:30 - 12:55JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl
21h 25m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino
R14 326Multiple 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 R17 168 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 R8 147 return.
•May (R24 587) and December (R21 260) 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

R6 999
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 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.

  • 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.

  • 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 654 to R20 701, with an average of R17 168 over the past 12 months. Anything below R13 654 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Bucharest to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport 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 R11 671 to R50 272. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Bucharest to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Bucharest to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about R9 761, which is 8% below the typical average for this route.

  • 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 R112 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • GREEN MOTION
    • Europcar
    • Woodford
    • Alamo
    • Sixt

  • 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 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 555 return on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at R23 276 – a R7 720 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • 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.

  • 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, Gallagher Convention Centre, and Sandton Convention Centre. These are among the most viewed places in Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport on KAYAK.

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 555 – about R7 720 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 R8 147 return in that month – typically R16 441 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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