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Cheap Flights to Bucharest

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights to Bucharest that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent return flight deals to Bucharest

Wed, Oct 8 - Wed, Oct 15
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9:50 - 9:05JNB-OTP
22h 15m2 stops
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21:00 - 8:20OTP-JNB
36h 20m2 stops
R11 135
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Mon, Oct 13 - Mon, Oct 27
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16:35 - 20:25CPT-OTP
26h 50m1 stop
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21:50 - 11:50OTP-CPT
14h 00m1 stop
R12 006Turkish Airlines
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Fri, Feb 6 - Tue, Feb 10
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9:25 - 15:50CPT-OTP
30h 25m1 stop
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6:30 - 7:30OTP-CPT
25h 00m1 stop
R12 930SWISS
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Fri, Feb 6 - Tue, Feb 10
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9:25 - 0:25CPT-OTP
15h 00m1 stop
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16:40 - 7:30OTP-CPT
14h 50m1 stop
R13 034SWISS
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Fri, Feb 13 - Tue, Feb 17
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23:59 - 15:25JNB-OTP
15h 26m1 stop
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6:00 - 22:05OTP-JNB
16h 05m1 stop
R13 156KLM
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Wed, Oct 8 - Wed, Oct 15
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23:15 - 15:25JNB-OTP
15h 10m1 stop
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16:50 - 21:20OTP-JNB
29h 30m1 stop
R13 209KLM
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Mon, Oct 13 - Mon, Oct 27
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23:45 - 0:50CPT-OTP
24h 05m2 stops
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11:45 - 10:00OTP-CPT
22h 15m1 stop
R13 209
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Fri, Feb 13 - Tue, Feb 17
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19:40 - 15:50JNB-OTP
20h 10m1 stop
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13:10 - 11:50OTP-JNB
22h 40m1 stop
R13 278Air France
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Fri, Feb 6 - Tue, Feb 10
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8:50 - 20:10CPT-OTP
35h 20m1 stop
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13:05 - 17:20OTP-CPT
28h 15m2 stops
R13 470Air France
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Tue, Oct 7 - Wed, Oct 15
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3:10 - 7:45JNB-OTP
27h 35m2 stops
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17:10 - 16:10OTP-JNB
24h 00m1 stop
R23 769Qatar Airways
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KAYAK's insights & trends for flights to Bucharest

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights to Bucharest to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Bucharest?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for flights to Bucharest, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights to Bucharest is March, where tickets cost R12 146 on average for return flights. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and January, where the average cost of tickets from South Africa is R16 520 and R15 892 respectively. For one-way flights, the best month to travel is March with an average price of R12 146.

Which is the cheapest airport to fly into in Bucharest?

Prices will differ depending on the departure airport, but generally, the cheapest airport to fly to in Bucharest is Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport (OTP), with an average flight price of R2 281.

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Low seasonJanuary
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When to book flights to Bucharest

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel to Bucharest based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated return price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or returns with a duration up to 40 days. The information is for flights to Bucharest based on your location. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs - booking Bucharest flights

  • Which Bucharest airport is closest to central Bucharest?

    Bucharest is served by 2 major airports. Bucharest Baneasa (8 km) is the closest to the centre of Bucharest and Bucharest Airport is 16 km from the centre.

  • What is the cheapest day to fly to Bucharest?

    Based on KAYAK data, the cheapest day to fly to Bucharest is Saturday where round-trip tickets can be as cheap as R12 760. On the other hand, the most expensive day to fly is Sunday, where round-trip prices are R15 027 on average.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights to Bucharest?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights to Bucharest.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket to Bucharest?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Bucharest is likely to change within 7 days, so travellers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights to Bucharest?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Bucharest with an airline and back with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight to Bucharest?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Bucharest up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

  • What is the cheapest time of day to fly to Bucharest?

    The cheapest time of day to fly to Bucharest is generally in the evening, when round-trip flights cost R762 on average. The most expensive time of day to fly to Bucharest is generally in the morning, which is peak travel time and where the average cost of a ticket is R792.

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Prefer to fly direct to Bucharest?

 
Nonstop data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying nonstop to Bucharest.
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Direct departures

South Africa to Bucharest

Monday

ANA, Aegean Airlines, Aeroitalia, +55 more

ANA, Aegean Airlines, +56 more

Tuesday

ANA, Aegean Airlines, Aeromexico, +50 more

ANA, Aegean Airlines, +51 more

Wednesday

ANA, Aegean Airlines, Aeromexico, +51 more

ANA, Aegean Airlines, +52 more

Thursday

ANA, Aegean Airlines, Aeromexico, +52 more

ANA, Aegean Airlines, +53 more

Friday

ANA, Aegean Airlines, Aeroitalia, +57 more

ANA, Aegean Airlines, +58 more

Saturday

ANA, Aegean Airlines, Aeromexico, +51 more

ANA, Aegean Airlines, +52 more

Sunday

ANA, Aegean Airlines, Aeroitalia, +50 more

ANA, Aegean Airlines, +51 more

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Direct returns

Bucharest to South Africa

Monday

ANA, Aegean Airlines, Aeroitalia, +55 more

ANA, Aegean Airlines, +56 more

Tuesday

ANA, Aegean Airlines, Aeromexico, +50 more

ANA, Aegean Airlines, +51 more

Wednesday

ANA, Aegean Airlines, Aeromexico, +51 more

ANA, Aegean Airlines, +52 more

Thursday

ANA, Aegean Airlines, Aeromexico, +52 more

ANA, Aegean Airlines, +53 more

Friday

ANA, Aegean Airlines, Aeroitalia, +57 more

ANA, Aegean Airlines, +58 more

Saturday

ANA, Aegean Airlines, Aeromexico, +51 more

ANA, Aegean Airlines, +52 more

Sunday

ANA, Aegean Airlines, Aeroitalia, +50 more

ANA, Aegean Airlines, +51 more

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Reviews of the top 5 airlines flying to Bucharest

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying to Bucharest. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline from South Africa to Bucharest. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
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KLMOverall score based on 1388 reviews
7,1Entertainment
8,4Crew
7,7Comfort
7,8Boarding
7,3Food
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Ad experience - been flying many years with them but they are losing out to other carriers with their service and bagage / seating policy. My 2 12-yo kids were not placed with the parent. Absurdity.

2,0 MediocreIlja, Aug 2025AGP - AMS
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Ad experience - been flying many years with them but they are losing out to other carriers with their service and bagage / seating policy. My 2 12-yo kids were not placed with the parent. Absurdity.

Short flight so it was okay. Nice crew, all very pleasant and professional. We were near the back in row 27 so just as we got our drinks, we started our descent so had to drink very quickly!

The baggage drop-off in Stuttgart is bad: after online check-in you cannot use the automated baggage drop off as indicated on the website. You can use the terminals but have to cue to 1 of three open and slowly working counters to drop the bags. took about 45 minutes wait time.

My flight was delayed by 6 hours then I missed BOTH of my connecting flights, I then had to stay in the AIRPORT at JFK because soooooo many people also suffered from missing flights and there was no hotels available. I would like to be compensated for this experience! I had to stay in the airport for over 16 hours!

The service was great. However the lounge only gets passing grade

I appreciate that KLM was proactive in informing me of the 2 hour delay which enabled me to replan my travel. It was a bit stressful not knowing whether my connection from Montreal to Ottawa was happening. But the ground and air crew did a good job at comforting and assuring me.

Cabin crew were excellent, very proffesional, polite and friendly, in flight snack was underwhelming, a packet of cheese biscuits, im sure KLM could run to a sandwich!

You should not have to pay for WiFi in business class

Overall very positive. Boarding was quick and organized. Cabin was clean and seats were reasonably comfortable. Cabin crew was excellent and the meals provided were also of good quality

This fight left ahead of time which meant it arrived early which was great. Staff were very professional, but as with all these Short hop Flights the food was a disappointing snack There was no entertainment on this flight, but I did not expect any

The flight did not take place because the flight was canceled and I still have not received a refund for the flight.

horrible.. they cause such a problem and my daughter 14 years old was stranded in san francisco

At the boarding gate, passengers were offered the option of checking in their carry-on luggage, as the plane was full. However, they failed to specify that they would not be dropping it off at the exit. Instead, everyone had to wait over 30 minutes at the airport carousel, and to everyone's surprise, not even the carry-on luggage, but the checked luggage, was the first to arrive. An hour later, we finally collected our bags. Lesson learned: I will never check my carry-on luggage with Swiss Air / Helvetic Airways again.

The return was painful because of the flight that was canceled. Nobody was able to help us out. It took hours and a lot of walking on two different airports to get a new flight

The cabin was warm and few used the blankets. I should’ve upgraded.

The crew was very friendly and nice! Very smooth flight.

The whole experience was positive. Crew very friendly and helpful. Very greedy with pre-seat allocation. Web site too complicated

The flight was generally good but was delayed departure meant a very late arrival for a connecting flight.

Delayed 30 mins Forced to check in my carry on luggage

They didn't give us Nothing to eat, come on..... 1 package of chips and a glass of soda won't do anything to the company

Economy travel is really hard with no room to move especially when the person sitting beside you is an XL or XXL size person who if moving could hit your face

Not sure how we end up with American Airlines instead of Qatar Airways. From Philadelphia to Qatar they boarded us then they asked us to unload. After 30 minutes later they board us again. The inside the plane it was burning hot and we were sweating like crazy. Crew members are absolute rude. The way they served the passengers were horrible. One of the crew members hit my knee with food cart and kept going. I was holding an ice pack for almost 2 hours. I am still with the pain.

Indigo airlines is terrible. Staff is awful and so disorganized. They are so rude and unhelpful. I will never travel on Indigo airlines again!!!!!

The seats were uncomfortable. The service was poor. We bought internet for my family and myself and it didn’t work. The charger for our phone didn’t work. The service seemed like they were tired and exhausted and seemed a bit upset. It was not a good flight. Our flight from miami to Qatar was great but from Qatar to Tokyo was simply awful

This trip was the most comfortable one I have ever experienced, the team was excellent and very helpful. I am so glad I picked Qatar Airways.

I recently travelled with Qatar Airways from Doha to Dulles in the QSuite, and the experience was nothing short of exceptional. The QSuite truly feels like a First-Class experience, with its luxurious design, privacy, and comfort. The cabin crew, especially the lady in charge of the cabin, was remarkable—professional, attentive, and genuinely kind. The food was excellent, and the comfort of the seat was absolutely first-class, making the journey smooth and enjoyable. While the in-flight experience was outstanding, I have a few points of feedback. Firstly, the content available in the in-flight entertainment system could be expanded and upgraded to include a more diverse and updated collection. This would elevate the entertainment experience to match the premium standards of the QSuite. Secondly, regarding the Wi-Fi service: while QSuite passengers receive one hour of complimentary Wi-Fi, any additional usage requires a fee of USD 10. Considering the premium pricing of QSuite, it would be more fitting to include unlimited Wi-Fi as part of the experience, further enhancing the luxury offered to passengers. Lastly, I must highlight an issue with luggage handling. Unfortunately, my luggage did not make it through the transit, which was disappointing. While the ground crew assured me that it would be delivered to my home on the same day as it was arriving on the next flight, this promise was not fulfilled, and the delay added unnecessary inconvenience to an otherwise excellent experience. Overall, the QSuite experience was exceptional, but addressing these areas would further solidify Qatar Airways’ position as a leader in luxury air travel.

I recently travelled in Business Class with Qatar Airways, and overall, it was a pleasant experience. The cabin crew stood out for their kindness and professionalism, making the journey truly comfortable. The food exceeded expectations and was exceptional in both quality and presentation. The boarding staff was courteous, though I would like to mention that the staff member responsible for checking tickets during boarding could benefit from additional training to be more welcoming. A warm and hospitable approach would enhance the passenger experience significantly. However, one aspect of the journey was particularly frustrating. The in-flight entertainment system was disappointing, as the headphones provided did not work at all due to a loose connection. This significantly impacted the experience, especially since the flight also lacked Wi-Fi service. Addressing these issues would greatly enhance the overall travel experience. Lastly, I would suggest implementing a section-wise boarding process to streamline the boarding experience and minimise potential challenges. I appreciate the efforts Qatar Airways puts into delivering high-quality service and hope to see these improvements implemented in the future.

My experience with Qatar airway was very unsatisfactory. They lost my child’s stroller and I was told they found it and will send it to the hotel which was a lie. I had to go back to the airport baggage claim and pick up myself after trying to contact them many times!. There was a lack professional and communication. I am very disappointed in Qatar airway and will not be recommending them to friends and family nor will I be flying with them in the future.

There was not enough food for everybody. Some dishes were missing.

Very unimpressed that I was dumped from the seat I had booked and paid for after check in. Apparently a family wanted to sit together, however as they all were adults I think they should have pre booked their seats like I did. I will be approaching Qatar for a refund. That and the dreadful state of the flooding toilets made me wonder how they managed to be voted the best airline. Not worth the money.

Turkish airlines have improved a lot, please keep up the good work.

"I had a fantastic experience with Turkish Airlines! Here are some things that really stood out to me: - Delicious food options, including a wide range of Turkish cuisine - Friendly and attentive flight attendants - Extensive in-flight entertainment options - Smooth and efficient check-in and boarding process Overall, I was thoroughly impressed with Turkish Airlines and would definitely fly with them again. The combination of comfort, service, and amenities made for a truly enjoyable flight experience."

Not worth pay business classs and get service economy class

In sharp contrast to the modern glitzy airport, boarding facilities were primitive. Passengers had to board buses and walk up steep stairs in bitter cold with carry-on baggages. I found no reason why aerobridge was not provided.

Service and food were decent, seats are a bit too narrow. Leg room is normal. Bathroom should be cleaned more frequently. WiFi is cumbersome and should be simplified.

Cleanliness of seats, trays, storage pockets need more attention, but everything else was good.

Vegan food tasted good. Restroom could be kept cleaner. Seat tray table was a bit tilted so food tray kept sliding down a bit. Flight crew can be a little more friendly, caring and approachable. Their faces lacked smiles and tone was stern.

3 hours delay to start with and then food was terrible.

Their weakness is in boarding. Business class rarely boards first and there are no announcements explaining delays, so customers are always left waiting and wondering why boarding has paused.

The ac did not work and the plane was deployed for the AC BUT IT NEVER WORKED. I have high blood pressure and I was SWEATING AND NEARLY PASSED OUT. Do better.

Business class was roomy and comfortable however, the entertainment screen was very dark and hard to see.

The crew was caring and attentive in making my flight comfortable as I was travelling with an injury.

The plane delay due to a poor judgement of the pilot. It was the only flight that got delay due to fog.

Excellent once on board. Security staff at Johannesburg rude and aggressive.

My flight was late from US to Frankfurt so I missed my connecting flight flight and I had to wait for long to catch the next flight which was very tiring. Otherwise everyone was very nice.

Very old plan, bad cabin layout and seats, entertainment system would get 95% through a film and then crash and reboot. I wont be using Lufthansa after I return back home, would rather pau more for a better flight arramgement.

The service was really good. The breakfast food could’ve been better as I don’t eat sweets for breakfast and the only choice was a muffin. Overall, good experience though. Thank you.

This is my second time to fly this year with Lufthansa and both times they dropped the ball. My ticket was very cheap and l would not be honest if l said that l had some high expectations for that price. Fly delay 6 hours. Screen in fey seats around me didn’t work. Food for dinner was ok but breakfast was so poor. We had connection in Frankfurt for Vienna. Because of delay they gave us fly with 30 min layover time. We got to Vienna but our baggage was late of course. Long story short it took us almost 24 hours to get to the final destination. Very bad experience

Flights scheduled with impossible connections - Lufthansa apparently believes it takes 7mins to change terminals, go through passport control, re-clear security and walk 1.8kms…..and everything will work perfectly (which it never does at Frankfurt). No staff on hand to assist with transfers on delayed flights. No transfer guidance provided by app. No compensation offered for 6hr delay to connecting flight.

I barely made the flight. We had to take a bus to the plane and the plane smelled awfully of body odor. When the flight attendant walked by she smelled of body odor. It was incredibly uncomfortable. Also my luggage did not make it onto this flight and when it finally arrived home the handle of the luggage was all ripped. I will have to purchase a bag again.

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