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Cheapest return flight
R11 940
Typical prices: R12 041-R15 370
Turkish Airlines
Tue 9/10Thu 25/10
CPT - OTP • 1 stop
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Cape Town and Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to travel
August
Cheapest • 25% price drop
July
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS)
Cheapest • Avg R13 648 (return)
Zurich (ZRH)
Shortest trip • 15h 20m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Cape Town to Bucharest (CPT-OTP)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Cape Town to Otopeni Intl

Sun, Dec 20 - Mon, Jan 4
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17:20 - 14:15CPT  Cape Town Intl-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl
20h 55m1 stop Istanbul
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15:35 - 23:00OTP  Bucharest Otopeni Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
31h 25m1 stop Istanbul
R12 423Turkish Airlines
Mon, Feb 1 - Fri, Feb 5
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17:15 - 8:40CPT  Cape Town Intl-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl
15h 25m1 stop Istanbul
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15:35 - 23:00OTP  Bucharest Otopeni Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
31h 25m1 stop Istanbul
R12 810Turkish Airlines
Mon, Feb 1 - Fri, Feb 5
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17:15 - 8:40CPT  Cape Town Intl-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl
15h 25m1 stop Istanbul
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15:35 - 23:00OTP  Bucharest Otopeni Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
31h 25m1 stop Istanbul
R12 842Turkish Airlines
Mon, Feb 1 - Fri, Feb 5
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14:00 - 14:15CPT  Cape Town Intl-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl
24h 15m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Istanbul
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15:35 - 23:00OTP  Bucharest Otopeni Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
31h 25m1 stop Istanbul
R13 712Turkish Airlines
Sun, Dec 20 - Mon, Jan 4
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18:25 - 14:15CPT  Cape Town Intl-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl
19h 50m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Istanbul
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15:35 - 23:00OTP  Bucharest Otopeni Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
31h 25m1 stop Istanbul
R14 663Multiple Airlines
Fri, Oct 2 - Tue, Oct 6
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19:30 - 15:15CPT  Cape Town Intl-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl
18h 45m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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17:10 - 17:30OTP  Bucharest Otopeni Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
25h 20m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R17 805Qatar Airways
Sun, Dec 20 - Mon, Jan 4
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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
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19:10 - 21:50OTP  Bucharest Otopeni Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
50h 40m2 stops Vienna Intl Port Louis Sir Seewoosagur Ram.
R17 805Multiple Airlines
Fri, Oct 2 - Tue, Oct 6
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19:30 - 15:15CPT  Cape Town Intl-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl
18h 45m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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17:10 - 17:30OTP  Bucharest Otopeni Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
25h 20m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R17 902Qatar Airways
Thu, Dec 10 - Tue, Dec 29
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11:30 - 18:30CPT  Cape Town Intl-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl
31h 00m2 stops London Gatwick Pisa Gal Galilei
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14:35 - 17:25OTP  Bucharest Otopeni Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
26h 50m3 stops Warsaw Frederic Chopin Cairo Doha Hamad Intl
R18 901Multiple Airlines
Fri, Oct 2 - Tue, Oct 6
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19:30 - 15:15CPT  Cape Town Intl-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl
18h 45m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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17:10 - 12:40OTP  Bucharest Otopeni Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
44h 30m3 stops Doha Hamad Intl Lusaka Harare
R19 690Qatar Airways
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Cape Town to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Cape Town to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport with more confidence.

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

Return flights from Cape Town to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport start at R11 940. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical return fares ranging from R12 041 to R15 370. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was R11 940 on Turkish Airlines.

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

Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cape Town to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport and is 8% cheaper than the average day. Thursday is the most expensive day with flight prices 21% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport?

  • August is the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport at R9 958 return.
  • July (R15 130) and April (R14 582) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 51% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Cape Town to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport flights

Low season

March
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 7% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly (15% more expensive on average)

When to book flights from Cape Town to Otopeni Intl

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Cape Town to Otopeni Intl based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Cape Town to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport 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 Cape Town to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport?

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

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

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

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

    One-stop flights from Cape Town to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Istanbul (IST) – 60% of one-stop connections
    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 28% of one-stop connections
    • Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) – 10% of one-stop connections
    • Dubai Intl (DXB) – 1% 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 Cape Town to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport?

    On the Cape Town to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 25%. Sunday is the cheapest day at R12 149 return on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at R16 081 – a R3 932 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

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

    A direct flight from Cape Town to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport takes 0h 00m, covering 14 099 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Cape Town to Bucharest Otopeni Intl 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.

  • Have flight prices from Cape Town to Bucharest Otopeni Intl 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 940 to R51 868. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Cape Town to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport?

    Flying via Zurich (ZRH) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 15h 20m, compared to 15h 52m via Istanbul (IST) and 17h 42m via Dubai Intl (DXB).

  • What is the time difference between Cape Town and Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport?

    Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport is 1 hour ahead of Cape Town (Eastern European Time vs South Africa Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • Which car hire options are available at Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport (OTP)?

    Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport (OTP) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around R17 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Klass Wagen
    • Pricecarz
    • Payless
    • ADDCAR RENTAL
    • Sixt

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Cape Town to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport flight?

    Return flights from Cape Town to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport range from R12 041 to R15 370, with an average of R13 198 over the past 12 months. Anything below R12 041 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Cape Town to Bucharest Otopeni Intl 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 Thursday. On this route, Sunday flights average R12 149 – about R3 932 less than Thursday (24% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Cape Town to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport trip for August. Fares historically average R9 958 return in that month – typically R5 172 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).

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