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Cheapest return flight
R11 799
Typical prices: R11 603-R14 294
Turkish Airlines
Thu 29/11Fri 7/12
JNB - OTP • 1 stop
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport. 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 • 7% price drop
July
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH)
Cheapest • Avg R9 858 (return)
Istanbul (IST)
Shortest trip • 14h 39m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Johannesburg to Bucharest (JNB-OTP)

 
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Recent return flight deals from OR Tambo to Otopeni Intl

Sun, Nov 29 - Mon, Dec 7
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0:20 - 14:15JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl
13h 55m1 stop Istanbul
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15:35 - 11:00OTP  Bucharest Otopeni Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
19h 25m1 stop Istanbul
R11 799Turkish Airlines
3+ days ago
Fri, Mar 26 - Tue, Mar 30
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18:50 - 14:15JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl
19h 25m1 stop Istanbul
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15:55 - 22:40OTP  Bucharest Otopeni Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
31h 45m1 stop Istanbul
R13 101Turkish Airlines
3+ days ago
Fri, Mar 26 - Tue, Mar 30
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18:50 - 14:15JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl
19h 25m1 stop Istanbul
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15:55 - 22:40OTP  Bucharest Otopeni Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
31h 45m1 stop Istanbul
R13 167Turkish Airlines
1 day ago
Fri, Mar 26 - Tue, Mar 30
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18:50 - 20:15JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl
25h 25m1 stop Istanbul
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12:50 - 22:40OTP  Bucharest Otopeni Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
34h 50m1 stop Istanbul
R13 200Turkish Airlines
2 days ago
Fri, Mar 26 - Tue, Mar 30
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18:35 - 13:15JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl
42h 40m3 stops Durban King Shaka Intl Maputo Intl Doha Hamad Intl
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17:10 - 15:20OTP  Bucharest Otopeni Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
23h 10m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R13 579Qatar Airways
3+ days ago
Fri, Mar 26 - Tue, Mar 30
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18:35 - 13:15JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl
42h 40m3 stops Durban King Shaka Intl Maputo Intl Doha Hamad Intl
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17:10 - 15:20OTP  Bucharest Otopeni Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
23h 10m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R13 744Qatar Airways
21 hours ago
Fri, Mar 26 - Tue, Mar 30
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13:45 - 6:40JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl
16h 55m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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17:10 - 15:20OTP  Bucharest Otopeni Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
23h 10m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R13 859Qatar Airways
3+ days ago
Sun, Nov 29 - Mon, Dec 7
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0:20 - 8:40JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl
32h 20m1 stop Istanbul
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15:35 - 15:50OTP  Bucharest Otopeni Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
24h 15m3 stops Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Dubai Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
R14 041Multiple Airlines
3+ days ago
Mon, Nov 30 - Mon, Dec 7
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23:55 - 15:25JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl
15h 30m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
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14:00 - 11:25OTP  Bucharest Otopeni Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
21h 25m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Paris Charles de Gaulle
R14 766KLM
3+ days ago
Sun, Dec 20 - Sat, Jan 9
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19:40 - 15:50JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl
20h 10m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
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8:35 - 22:00OTP  Bucharest Otopeni Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
37h 25m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
R14 897Multiple Airlines
12 hours ago
Booking Insights

Price, demand, and travel trends for Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport 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 Otopeni Intl Airport?

Return flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport typically range from R11 603 to R14 294. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was R11 799 on Turkish Airlines.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport. It's 5% cheaper than the average day, while Friday is the most expensive, with prices 10% higher.

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

•September is the cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport at R11 503 return.
•October (R13 678) and April (R13 596) 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 Otopeni Intl Airport the cheapest?

Flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport 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 Otopeni Intl Airport flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

R11 799
Beat the crowds with an average 61% drop in travellers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 84% increase in travellers.
Return flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport

When to book flights from OR Tambo to Otopeni Intl

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from OR Tambo 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 Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport 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 Otopeni Intl Airport?

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

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

    A direct flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport takes 00m, covering 12 649 km.

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

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport flight?

    Return flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport range from R11 603 to R14 294, with an average of R12 361 over the past 12 months. Anything below R11 603 counts as a good deal.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 36% above the R12 361 route average. Book 23 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Have flight prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport 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 799 to R24 011. That means the highest observed fare was about 2x higher than the lowest one.

  • 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 averaging R301 for economy cars. Top options include:

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

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

    Flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport usually depart from Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB) and arrive at Bucharest Otopeni Intl (OTP).

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

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

    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 49% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul (IST) – 31% of one-stop connections
    • Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) – 5% of one-stop connections
    • Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) – 4% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 14% on flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at R11 783 return on average, while Friday is the most expensive at R13 629, a difference of R1 846.

    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 Otopeni Intl Airport?

    Flying via Istanbul (IST) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 14h 39m, compared to 16h 47m via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) and 18h 09m via Zurich (ZRH).

Your guide to booking Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport 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 Thursday departure and avoid flying on Friday. On this route, Thursday flights average R11 783, which is about R1 846 less than Friday fares (14% 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 Otopeni Intl Airport trip for September. Fares historically average R11 503 return in that month – typically R2 175 less than the most expensive month, which is October (based on the last 12 months).

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