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R10 908+ Cheap flights to Bucharest

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Sep 7 — Sep 141
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to Bucharest in 2026

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Cheapest flights to Bucharest
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Bucharest. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 8 August 2026.

Mon 19/1020:55 -
1 stop16h 20m
Fri 23/1010:40 -
1 stop23h 30m
Deal found 7/8R10 908
Mon 21/914:30 -
2 stops21h 25m
Mon 28/920:20 -
2 stops24h 50m
Deal found 7/8R10 924
Mon 7/914:05 -
1 stop16h 40m
Thu 24/917:10 -
1 stop35h 50m
Deal found 3/8R10 940
Mon 19/1013:30 -
2 stops29h 45m
Fri 23/1015:55 -
2 stops18h 45m
Deal found 7/8R11 184
Mon 7/913:30 -
2 stops21h 35m
Thu 24/915:55 -
2 stops18h 45m
Deal found 3/8R11 233
Sat 19/913:30 -
2 stops41h 40m
Sat 26/99:30 -
2 stops25h 10m
Deal found 5/8R11 346
Sat 29/820:55 -
1 stop33h 50m
Tue 15/917:10 -
1 stop35h 50m
Deal found 5/8R11 525
Thu 12/1113:30 -
2 stops30h 55m
Mon 16/1121:45 -
2 stops35h 55m
Deal found 6/8R11 638

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Find the latest flights to Bucharest in 2026, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 594 507 searches and data was last updated on 8 August 2026.

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R12 742
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 19/10-23/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 39h 50m total
  • Johannesburg to Bucharest
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JohannesburgBucharest

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl

JNBOTP

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 19/10

20:55-14:15

1 stop16h 20m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Fri 23/10

10:40-9:10

1 stop23h 30m

R10 908

JohannesburgBucharest

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl

JNBOTP

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 21/9

14:30-12:55

2 stops21h 25m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Mon 28/9

20:20-20:10

2 stops24h 50m

R10 924

JohannesburgBucharest

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl

JNBOTP

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 7/9

14:05-7:45

1 stop16h 40m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Thu 24/9

17:10-4:00

1 stop35h 50m

R10 940

JohannesburgBucharest

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl

JNBOTP

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 7/9

13:30-12:05

2 stops21h 35m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Thu 24/9

15:55-9:40

2 stops18h 45m

R11 233

JohannesburgBucharest

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl

JNBOTP

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 19/9

13:30-14:35

2 stops24h 05m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Sat 26/9

9:30-9:40

2 stops25h 10m

R11 590

JohannesburgBucharest

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl

JNBOTP

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 29/8

17:55-20:20

1 stop25h 25m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Tue 15/9

15:55-9:40

2 stops18h 45m

R15 777

JohannesburgBucharest

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl

JNBOTP

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 7/9

14:30-9:05

3 stops17h 35m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Thu 24/9

18:30-8:15

3 stops38h 45m

R16 751

JohannesburgBucharest

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl

JNBOTP

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 19/10

15:25-15:20

3 stops22h 55m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Fri 23/10

6:20-16:15

2 stops34h 55m

R16 930

JohannesburgBucharest

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl

JNBOTP

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 29/8

15:25-15:20

3 stops22h 55m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Tue 15/9

16:10-9:20

1 stop18h 10m

R20 842

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Bucharest

How long is the flight to Bucharest?

On average, a flight from Johannesburg to Bucharest takes 24 hours 5 minutes. Flights to Bucharest from other popular cities in South Africa will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Bucharest?

The most popular airlines flying from Johannesburg to Bucharest are Qatar Airways, Turkish Airlines and Lufthansa.

Turkish Airlines
Turkish Airlines
From R9 686
Qatar Airways
Qatar Airways
From R11 059
Lufthansa
Lufthansa
From R10 498
Etihad Airways
Etihad Airways
From R9 122

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Bucharest?

The cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Bucharest are Etihad Airways, Lufthansa and Turkish Airlines.

Rainfall in Bucharest by month

Plan your trip to Bucharest by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Bucharest ranges from 20.0 - 80.0 mm per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 80.0 mm. October is typically the driest time to visit Bucharest when rainfall is around 20.0 mm.

Temperature in Bucharest by month

Plan your trip to Bucharest by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Bucharest, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 22.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around -1.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Bucharest

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Bucharest. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Bucharest. Reviews last updated 8 August 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown KLM,Qatar Airways, andTurkish Airlines to Romania to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
KLM
7,8
Good
1 553 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,2

Overall

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Subhash,Jul 2026

CDG - ATL

The priority tag for bags were taken out. 1 bag is missing. Food was worst for AVML. The food was dry and burnt.
KLM
7,8
Good
1 553 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 553 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,2

Overall

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Subhash,Jul 2026

CDG - ATL

The priority tag for bags were taken out. 1 bag is missing. Food was worst for AVML. The food was dry and burnt.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 739 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 553 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,2

Overall

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Subhash,Jul 2026

CDG - ATL

The priority tag for bags were taken out. 1 bag is missing. Food was worst for AVML. The food was dry and burnt.
Turkish Airlines
7,4
Good
4 475 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 553 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,2

Overall

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Subhash,Jul 2026

CDG - ATL

The priority tag for bags were taken out. 1 bag is missing. Food was worst for AVML. The food was dry and burnt.
Etihad Airways
7,3
Good
1 498 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 553 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,2

Overall

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Subhash,Jul 2026

CDG - ATL

The priority tag for bags were taken out. 1 bag is missing. Food was worst for AVML. The food was dry and burnt.
Lufthansa
6,8
Okay
8 177 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 553 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,2

Overall

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Subhash,Jul 2026

CDG - ATL

The priority tag for bags were taken out. 1 bag is missing. Food was worst for AVML. The food was dry and burnt.

FAQs about flying to Bucharest

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Bucharest if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Bucharest on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Bucharest?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Etihad Airways is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Bucharest.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Bucharest depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Bucharest, Cape Town Intl offers the quickest one-way flight (17 hours 30 minutes).

  • Does Bucharest Otopeni Intl have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at Bucharest Otopeni Intl can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Bucharest Otopeni Intl?

    Yes. Bucharest Otopeni Intl has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. City Gardens Villa is the closest property to Bucharest Otopeni Intl (1,6 km away from Bucharest Otopeni Intl).

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