BUH - JNB

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Cheapest return flight
R13 353
Typical prices: R13 597-R19 262
Multiple Airlines
Tue 4/12Tue 11/12
OTP - JNB • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way flight
R12 695
Typical prices: R10 180-R12 571
Air France
Mon 1/1
OTP - JNB • 1 stop
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 • 51% price drop
January
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
London Heathrow (LHR)
Cheapest • Avg R8 129 (return)
Istanbul (IST)
Shortest trip • 14h 11m (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

Fri, Dec 4 - Fri, Dec 11
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14:00 - 13:30OTP  Bucharest Otopeni Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
23h 30m2 stops Milan Malpensa Addis Ababa Bole
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14:30 - 11:25JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl
20h 55m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Milan Malpensa
R13 353Multiple Airlines
3+ days ago
Sat, Jan 16 - Fri, Jan 29
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15:10 - 11:25OTP  Bucharest Otopeni Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
20h 15m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
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19:40 - 15:50JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl
20h 10m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
R13 961Air France
3+ days ago
Sat, Nov 21 - Fri, Nov 27
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6:00 - 7:55OTP  Bucharest Otopeni Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
25h 55m2 stops Milan Malpensa Cairo
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0:20 - 8:40JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl
32h 20m1 stop Istanbul
R14 142Multiple Airlines
3+ days ago
Sat, Jan 16 - Fri, Jan 29
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6:15 - 8:15OTP  Bucharest Otopeni Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
26h 00m3 stops Venice Treviso A. Canova Václav Havel Prague Frankfurt am Main
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9:50 - 11:30JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl
25h 40m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
R14 438Multiple Airlines
3+ days ago
Sat, Jan 16 - Fri, Jan 29
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13:10 - 11:25OTP  Bucharest Otopeni Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
22h 15m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
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23:55 - 20:10JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl
20h 15m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Paris Charles de Gaulle
R14 471Air France
3+ days ago
Thu, Dec 3 - Fri, Dec 11
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4:30 - 13:30OTP  Bucharest Otopeni Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
33h 00m3 stops Belgrade Nikola Tesla Milan Malpensa Addis Ababa Bole
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14:30 - 11:25JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl
20h 55m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Milan Malpensa
R14 652Multiple Airlines
3+ days ago
Sat, Nov 21 - Fri, Nov 27
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6:00 - 7:55OTP  Bucharest Otopeni Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
25h 55m2 stops Milan Malpensa Cairo
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0:20 - 11:25JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl
35h 05m2 stops Istanbul Milan Malpensa
R14 734Multiple Airlines
3+ days ago
Sat, Nov 21 - Fri, Nov 27
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12:45 - 22:25OTP  Bucharest Otopeni Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
33h 40m1 stop Istanbul
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0:20 - 20:15JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl
19h 55m1 stop Istanbul
R14 816Turkish Airlines
3+ days ago
Sat, Jan 16 - Fri, Jan 29
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16:50 - 11:25OTP  Bucharest Otopeni Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
18h 35m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Paris Charles de Gaulle
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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 981KLM
3+ days ago
Thu, Dec 3 - Fri, Dec 11
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4:30 - 13:30OTP  Bucharest Otopeni Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
33h 00m3 stops Belgrade Nikola Tesla 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
R15 507Multiple Airlines
3+ days ago
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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 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 674 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?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Bucharest to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. It's 15% cheaper than the average day, while Wednesday is the most expensive, with prices 40% higher.

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 173 return.
•May (R23 351) and December (R22 068) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 185% 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

R12 695
Beat the crowds with an average 32% drop in travellers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 44% increase in travellers.
One-way flight 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 answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • 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 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 597 to R19 262, with an average of R16 674 over the past 12 months. Anything below R13 597 counts as a good deal.

  • 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 higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about R15 872, which is 50% above 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 averaging R489 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • GREEN MOTION
    • Woodford
    • Europcar
    • Sixt
    • Avis

  • 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) – 33% of one-stop connections
    • Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) – 18% of one-stop connections
    • London Heathrow (LHR) – 15% of one-stop connections
    • Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) – 15% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 39% on flights from Bucharest to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at R14 306 return on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at R23 351, a difference of R9 044.

    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 Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Flying via Istanbul (IST) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 14h 11m, compared to 16h 52m via Dubai Intl (DXB) and 17h 42m via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS).

  • 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 Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Wednesday. On this route, Tuesday flights average R14 306, which is about R9 044 less than Wednesday fares (39% 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 173 return in that month – typically R15 178 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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