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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

Tue, Feb 16 - Fri, Feb 26
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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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6:00 - 11:30CPT  Cape Town Intl-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl
29h 30m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
R12 931Multiple Airlines
Wed, Nov 25 - Fri, Dec 4
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18:00 - 22:40OTP  Bucharest Otopeni Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
28h 40m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
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7:30 - 23:30CPT  Cape Town Intl-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl
16h 00m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
R13 331KLM
Sun, Sep 20 - Sun, Sep 27
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7:05 - 21:25OTP  Bucharest Otopeni Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
15h 20m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
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23:15 - 23:45CPT  Cape Town Intl-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl
23h 30m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
R13 347KLM
Sat, Jan 16 - Wed, Jan 27
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12:35 - 15:15OTP  Bucharest Otopeni Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
26h 40m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Johannesburg OR Tambo
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6:00 - 11:30CPT  Cape Town Intl-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl
29h 30m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
R13 411Multiple Airlines
Sun, Sep 20 - Sun, Sep 27
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15:40 - 17:20OTP  Bucharest Otopeni Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
26h 40m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Johannesburg OR Tambo
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23:15 - 23:45CPT  Cape Town Intl-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl
23h 30m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
R13 539Multiple Airlines
Thu, Nov 26 - Fri, Dec 4
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8:35 - 6:25OTP  Bucharest Otopeni Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
21h 50m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Paris Charles de Gaulle
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7:30 - 23:30CPT  Cape Town Intl-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl
16h 00m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
R13 844KLM
Sun, Sep 20 - Sun, Sep 27
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15:40 - 17:20OTP  Bucharest Otopeni Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
26h 40m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Johannesburg OR Tambo
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23:15 - 22:35CPT  Cape Town Intl-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl
22h 20m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Paris Charles de Gaulle
R14 052Air France
Tue, Feb 16 - Fri, Feb 26
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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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9:30 - 1:00CPT  Cape Town Intl-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl
15h 30m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
R14 612Lufthansa
Tue, Nov 10 - Mon, Nov 16
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16:40 - 16:45OTP  Bucharest Otopeni Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
24h 05m2 stops Zurich Johannesburg OR Tambo
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14:15 - 15:50CPT  Cape Town Intl-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl
25h 35m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Zurich
R14 932SWISS
Wed, Nov 25 - Thu, Dec 3
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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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15:20 - 12:30CPT  Cape Town Intl-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl
21h 10m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Munich Franz Josef Strauss
R14 964Lufthansa
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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 from Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport to Cape Town with more confidence.

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

Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport to Cape Town and is 10% cheaper than the average day. Saturday is the most expensive day with flight prices 9% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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 R12 899 return.
  • October (R21 782) and December (R19 349) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 68% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices 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

R12 931
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 3% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 4% lower on average.
Flights 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 route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

  • 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 cabin classes can I book on flights from Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport to Cape Town?

    Only Economy class is available on flights from Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport to Cape Town.

  • 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) – 21% of one-stop connections
    • Zurich (ZRH) – 16% of one-stop connections
    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 10% 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 Otopeni Intl Airport to Cape Town?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 18% on the Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport to Cape Town route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at R15 492 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at R18 757, a difference of R3 265. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • 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 Victoria & Alfred Waterfront. These are among the most viewed places in Cape Town on KAYAK.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within 2 weeks of departure) run 19% above the route average of R17 117. Book 21 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • 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 0h 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.

  • 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 R12 931 to R82 028. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

  • 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 13m, compared to 15h 32m via Zurich (ZRH) and 16h 47m 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.

  • 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:
    · Europcar
    · Sixt
    · GREEN MOTION
    · Hertz
    · Woodford

  • 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 491 to R19 029, with an average of R17 117 over the past 12 months. Anything below R15 491 counts as a good deal.

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 instead of Saturday. On this route, Tuesday flights average R15 492 – about R3 265 less than Saturday (17% 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 R12 899 return in that month – typically R8 882 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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