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Cheapest return flight
R11 344
Typical prices: R11 670-R14 334
Qatar Airways
Fri 9/11Thu 22/11
JNB - OTP • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
R26 639
Typical prices: R7 056-R10 828
Multiple Airlines
Wed 31/10
JNB - OTP • 3 stops
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and Bucharest. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
23 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 23 weeks in advance save around 42% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
September
Cheapest • 8% price drop
July
Most popular
Good to know
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Top stopover airports
Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH)
Cheapest • Avg R11 374 (return)
Istanbul (IST)
Shortest trip • 14h 29m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Johannesburg to Bucharest (JNB-BUH)

 
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Recent return flight deals from OR Tambo to Bucharest

Mon, Nov 9 - Sun, Nov 22
Qatar Airways Logo
20:20 - 6:40JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl
34h 20m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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10:40 - 8:40OTP  Bucharest Otopeni Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
22h 00m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R11 344Qatar Airways
2 days ago
Mon, Nov 9 - Sun, Nov 22
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20:20 - 6:40JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl
34h 20m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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6:00 - 8:25OTP  Bucharest Otopeni Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
26h 25m2 stops Milan Malpensa Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
R12 809Multiple Airlines
2 days ago
Thu, Feb 11 - Mon, Feb 15
Turkish Airlines Logo
18:50 - 14:15JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl
19h 25m1 stop Istanbul
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15:35 - 11:00OTP  Bucharest Otopeni Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
19h 25m1 stop Istanbul
R13 155Turkish Airlines
3+ days ago
Thu, Feb 11 - Mon, Feb 15
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18:50 - 14:15JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl
19h 25m1 stop Istanbul
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15:35 - 11:00OTP  Bucharest Otopeni Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
19h 25m1 stop Istanbul
R13 188Turkish Airlines
3+ days ago
Thu, Feb 11 - Mon, Feb 15
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9:50 - 11:30JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl
25h 40m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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12:35 - 8:25OTP  Bucharest Otopeni Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
19h 50m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
R13 237Etihad Airways
16 hours ago
Thu, Feb 11 - Mon, Feb 15
Turkish Airlines Logo
18:50 - 14:15JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl
19h 25m1 stop Istanbul
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15:35 - 11:00OTP  Bucharest Otopeni Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
19h 25m1 stop Istanbul
R13 254Turkish Airlines
2 days ago
Mon, Nov 9 - Sun, Nov 22
Multiple Airlines Logo
19:45 - 18:25JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl
22h 40m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Vienna Intl
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14:40 - 9:55OTP  Bucharest Otopeni Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
19h 15m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Munich Franz Josef Strauss
R13 386Multiple Airlines
2 days ago
Thu, Feb 11 - Mon, Feb 15
Turkish Airlines Logo
9:45 - 8:40JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl
22h 55m2 stops Port Louis Sir Seewoosagur Ram. Istanbul
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15:35 - 11:00OTP  Bucharest Otopeni Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
19h 25m1 stop Istanbul
R14 966Turkish Airlines
3+ days ago
Sun, Nov 8 - Sun, Nov 22
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0:20 - 18:25JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl
18h 05m2 stops Istanbul Berlin Brandenburg
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11:15 - 13:30OTP  Bucharest Otopeni Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
26h 15m3 stops Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Addis Ababa Bole
R16 975Multiple Airlines
2 days ago
Thu, Feb 11 - Mon, Feb 15
Qatar Airways Logo
20:20 - 6:40JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl
34h 20m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
16:20 - 10:35OTP  Bucharest Otopeni Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
42h 15m3 stops Doha Hamad Intl Lusaka Harare
R19 543Qatar Airways
3+ days ago
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Bucharest 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 Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Bucharest?

Return flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Bucharest typically range from R11 670 to R14 334. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was R11 344 on Qatar Airways.

What is the cheapest Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Bucharest flight route?

There's little price difference between Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Bucharest routes. They average around R12 485 return, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Bucharest?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Bucharest. It’s 4% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 1% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Bucharest?

•September is the cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Bucharest at R11 492 return.
•October (R13 665) and April (R13 418) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 18% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Bucharest the cheapest?

Flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Bucharest are cheapest 23 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 42% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Bucharest flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

R11 344
Beat the crowds with an average 68% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 76% increase in traveller numbers.
Round-trip flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport

When to book flights from OR Tambo to Bucharest

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

    Only Economy class is available on flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Bucharest.

  • How long is a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Bucharest?

    A direct flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Bucharest takes 00m, covering 12 624 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Bucharest?

    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 Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Bucharest flight?

    Return flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Bucharest range from R11 670 to R14 334, with an average of R12 485 over the past 12 months. Anything below R11 670 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Bucharest flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 34% above the R12 485 route average. Book 23 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Have flight prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Bucharest 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 344 to R24 186. That means the highest observed fare was about 2x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Bucharest looking right now?

    One-way fares from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Bucharest are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about R29 543, which is 254% above the typical average for this route.

  • What car hire options are available in Bucharest?

    Since Bucharest is served by multiple airports, car hire options and rates can vary depending on which one you fly into.
    Near Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport (OTP) – daily rates from around R18:

    • Klass Wagen
    • Pricecarz
    • Payless
    • Sixt
    • ADDCAR RENTAL

    Near Bucharest Baneasa Airport (BBU) – daily rates from around R18:

    • Klass Wagen
    • Pricecarz
    • ADDCAR RENTAL
    • Wheego
    • Routes Car & Truck Rentals

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Bucharest?

    Flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Bucharest usually depart from Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB) and may arrive at several airports in Bucharest area, including Bucharest Baneasa (BBU) and Bucharest Otopeni Intl (OTP).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Bucharest pass through?

    One-stop flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Bucharest most commonly connect through:

    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 42% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul (IST) – 36% of one-stop connections
    • Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) – 6% of one-stop connections
    • Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) – 6% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 6% on flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Bucharest. Monday is the cheapest departure day at R12 035 return on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at R12 727, a difference of R692.

    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 Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Bucharest?

    Flying via Istanbul (IST) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 14h 29m, compared to 17h 12m via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) and 18h 09m via Zurich (ZRH).

  • What is the time difference between Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and Bucharest?

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

Your guide to booking Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Bucharest 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 Monday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Monday flights average R12 035, about R692 less than Sunday fares (5% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 23 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 42% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Bucharest trip for September. Fares historically average R11 492 return in that month – typically R2 173 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 Bucharest Baneasa Airport.

    • Hotel La Gil
    • Crystal Palace Hotel
    • Ramada Hotel & Suites by Wyndham Bucharest North

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