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Cheapest return flight
R13 339
Typical prices: R15 687-R19 384
Lufthansa
Fri 7/12Sat 15/12
OTP - CPT • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
R15 272
Typical prices: R10 386-R13 118
Multiple Airlines
Sat 29/12
OTP - CPT • 3 stops
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport 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 270 (return)
Istanbul (IST)
Shortest trip • 15h 16m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Bucharest to Cape Town (OTP-CPT)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Otopeni Intl to Cape Town

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 339Lufthansa
Fri, Jan 29 - Fri, Feb 12
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12:35 - 13:25OTP  Bucharest Otopeni Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
24h 50m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Johannesburg OR Tambo
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6:05 - 11:30CPT  Cape Town Intl-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl
29h 25m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
R13 535Multiple Airlines
Sun, Dec 6 - 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 601Lufthansa
Mon, Dec 7 - Tue, Dec 15
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16:20 - 12:05OTP  Bucharest Otopeni Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
19h 45m1 stop Istanbul
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23:10 - 14:25CPT  Cape Town Intl-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl
39h 15m2 stops London Gatwick Luqa Malta Intl
R13 666Multiple Airlines
Thu, Dec 3 - Wed, Dec 9
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6:45 - 13:30OTP  Bucharest Otopeni Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
30h 45m2 stops Madrid Barajas Addis Ababa Bole
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13:50 - 21:25CPT  Cape Town Intl-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl
31h 35m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Madrid Barajas
R13 732Multiple Airlines
Sun, Dec 6 - Tue, Dec 15
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15:50 - 12:05OTP  Bucharest Otopeni Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
20h 15m1 stop Istanbul
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23:10 - 14:25CPT  Cape Town Intl-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl
39h 15m2 stops London Gatwick Luqa Malta Intl
R13 765Multiple Airlines
Thu, Dec 3 - Wed, Dec 9
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6:00 - 10:35OTP  Bucharest Otopeni Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
28h 35m1 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 896Lufthansa
Thu, Dec 3 - Wed, Dec 9
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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 994Lufthansa
Thu, Dec 3 - Wed, Dec 9
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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
R14 027Lufthansa
Thu, Dec 3 - Wed, Dec 9
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6:00 - 6:25OTP  Bucharest Otopeni Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
24h 25m2 stops Milan Malpensa Paris Charles de Gaulle
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8:30 - 17:10CPT  Cape Town Intl-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl
32h 40m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Milan Malpensa
R14 060Multiple Airlines
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport to Cape Town flights

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

How much is a return flight from Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport to Cape Town?

Return flights from Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport to Cape Town typically range from R15 687 to R19 384. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was R13 339 on Lufthansa.

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

•May is the cheapest month to fly from Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport to Cape Town at R13 322 return.
•October (R27 743) and December (R19 222) 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 Otopeni Intl Airport to Cape Town the cheapest?

Flights from Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport 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 Otopeni Intl Airport to Cape Town flights

Low season

August

Cheapest flight

R13 339
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 Otopeni Intl to Cape Town

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Otopeni Intl 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 Otopeni Intl Airport 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 Otopeni Intl Airport to Cape Town?

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

    • Economy class
    • Business Class

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

    A direct flight from Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport to Cape Town takes 00m, covering 14 099 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport 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 Otopeni Intl Airport to Cape Town flight?

    Return flights from Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport to Cape Town range from R15 687 to R19 384, with an average of R17 539 over the past 12 months. Anything below R15 687 counts as a good deal.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 18% above the R17 539 route average. Book 21 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Have flight prices from Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport 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 R13 339 to R46 687. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport to Cape Town looking right now?

    One-way fares from Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport to Cape Town are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about R18 053, which is 59% above the typical average for this route.

  • 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 Otopeni Intl Airport to Cape Town?

    Flights from Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport to Cape Town usually depart from Bucharest Otopeni Intl (OTP) and arrive at Cape Town Intl (CPT).

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

    One-stop flights from Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport 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 Otopeni Intl Airport to Cape Town?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 21% on flights from Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport to Cape Town. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at R15 862 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at R19 910, a difference of R4 048.

    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 Otopeni Intl Airport 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 Otopeni Intl Airport and Cape Town?

    Cape Town is 1 hour behind Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport (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 Camps Bay Beach. These are among the most viewed places in Cape Town on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport 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 R15 862, about R4 048 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 Otopeni Intl Airport to Cape Town trip for May. Fares historically average R13 322 return in that month – typically R14 420 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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