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Cheapest return flight
R12 854
Typical prices: R15 225-R19 431
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Mon 26/11Thu 6/12
OTP - CPT • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
R7 828
Typical prices: R10 894-R13 193
British Airways
Sun 28/1
OTP - CPT • 1 stop
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 39% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
May
Cheapest • 22% price drop
January
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Frankfurt am Main (FRA)
Cheapest • Avg R11 629 (return)
Istanbul (IST)
Shortest trip • 15h 31m (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

Thu, Nov 26 - Sun, Dec 6
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23:30 - 20:20OTP  Bucharest Otopeni Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
20h 50m1 stop London Stansted
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11:20 - 18:15CPT  Cape Town Intl-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl
30h 55m2 stops London Gatwick Tirana Rinas
R12 854Multiple Airlines
Mon, Jan 18 - Fri, Mar 12
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16:20 - 10:30OTP  Bucharest Otopeni Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
18h 10m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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12:35 - 6:40CPT  Cape Town Intl-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl
18h 05m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R12 986Qatar Airways
Mon, Jan 18 - Fri, Mar 12
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16:20 - 10:30OTP  Bucharest Otopeni Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
18h 10m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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12:35 - 6:40CPT  Cape Town Intl-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl
18h 05m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R13 002Qatar Airways
Mon, Jan 18 - Wed, Feb 3
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10:40 - 10:30OTP  Bucharest Otopeni Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
23h 50m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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12:35 - 6:40CPT  Cape Town Intl-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl
18h 05m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R13 348Qatar Airways
Mon, Jan 18 - Wed, Feb 3
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10:40 - 10:30OTP  Bucharest Otopeni Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
23h 50m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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12:35 - 6:40CPT  Cape Town Intl-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl
18h 05m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R13 480Qatar Airways
Mon, Nov 30 - Mon, Dec 7
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18:40 - 21:00OTP  Bucharest Otopeni Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
26h 20m2 stops Tirana Rinas London Stansted
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11:30 - 11:25CPT  Cape Town Intl-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl
23h 55m1 stop London Gatwick
R13 563Multiple Airlines
Thu, Nov 26 - Sun, Dec 6
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23:30 - 20:20OTP  Bucharest Otopeni Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
20h 50m1 stop London Stansted
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11:20 - 11:40CPT  Cape Town Intl-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl
24h 20m1 stop London Gatwick
R13 596Multiple Airlines
Mon, Jan 18 - Wed, Feb 3
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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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20:25 - 11:30CPT  Cape Town Intl-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl
39h 05m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
R13 612Multiple Airlines
Tue, Nov 17 - Sun, Dec 6
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19:30 - 9:30OTP  Bucharest Otopeni Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
38h 00m2 stops Bergamo Orio Al Serio London Stansted
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11:20 - 18:50CPT  Cape Town Intl-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl
31h 30m1 stop London Gatwick
R13 662Multiple Airlines
Tue, Nov 17 - Sun, Dec 6
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19:30 - 9:30OTP  Bucharest Otopeni Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
38h 00m2 stops Bergamo Orio Al Serio London Stansted
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11:20 - 11:40CPT  Cape Town Intl-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl
24h 20m1 stop London Gatwick
R13 678Multiple 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.

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 14% 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 678 return.
•October (R23 747) and December (R19 330) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 73% 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 39% 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

R7 828
Beat the crowds with an average 65% drop in travellers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 125% increase in travellers.
One-way 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 225 to R19 431, with an average of R17 542 over the past 12 months. Anything below R15 225 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 16% above the R17 542 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 R12 854 to R46 209. 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 lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about R8 278, which is 33% below 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 averaging R440 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Sixt
    • Europcar
    • GREEN MOTION
    • Woodford
    • Budget

  • 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) – 41% of one-stop connections
    • Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) – 23% of one-stop connections
    • Zurich (ZRH) – 17% of one-stop connections
    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 11% 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 952 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at R20 023, a difference of R4 070.

    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 31m, compared to 15h 36m via Zurich (ZRH) and 16h 41m via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS).

  • 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 952, which is about R4 070 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 39% 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 678 return in that month – typically R10 069 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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