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R10 104+ Cheap flights to Bucharest

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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 29 mars 2026.

mer. 17/620:45
JNB
-
OTP
2 stops27h 50m
Multiple Airlines
mar. 23/67:40
OTP
-
JNB
3 stops27h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 26/3R10 104
lun. 11/514:45
JNB
-
OTP
1 stop23h 50m
Qatar Airways
lun. 25/517:10
OTP
-
JNB
1 stop16h 40m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 25/3R11 933
dim. 10/59:45
JNB
-
OTP
2 stops33h 30m
Multiple Airlines
mer. 13/50:25
OTP
-
JNB
3 stops32h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 27/3R12 019
dim. 10/520:40
JNB
-
OTP
1 stop34h 05m
Qatar Airways
jeu. 14/510:40
OTP
-
JNB
1 stop23h 10m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 27/3R12 070
mer. 17/618:00
JNB
-
OTP
1 stop13h 10m
Turkish Airlines
mar. 23/621:35
OTP
-
JNB
1 stop13h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 26/3R12 121
mar. 15/914:45
JNB
-
OTP
1 stop22h 30m
Qatar Airways
mar. 22/917:10
OTP
-
JNB
1 stop23h 10m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 27/3R12 856
lun. 11/513:30
JNB
-
OTP
2 stops21h 35m
Turkish Airlines
lun. 25/515:55
OTP
-
JNB
1 stop19h 35m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 25/3R12 891
mar. 15/917:50
JNB
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OTP
1 stop19h 45m
Turkish Airlines
mar. 22/915:55
OTP
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JNB
2 stops18h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 27/3R12 908

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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 29 mars 2026.

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February

Average price

R12 173
17/6-23/6
  • 17/6-23/6
  • 5 total stops
  • 55h 40m total
  • Johannesburg to Bucharest
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Return

Price

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JohannesburgBucharest

JNB - OTP

JNBOTP

Johannesburg OR Tambo

lun. 11/5

14:45-15:35

1 stop23h 50m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

lun. 25/5

17:10-8:50

1 stop16h 40m

R11 933

JohannesburgBucharest

JNB - OTP

JNBOTP

Johannesburg OR Tambo

dim. 10/5

9:45-20:15

2 stops33h 30m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

jeu. 14/5

22:15-8:15

2 stops35h 00m

R12 446
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgBucharest

JNB - OTP

JNBOTP

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mar. 15/9

17:50-14:35

1 stop19h 45m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

mar. 22/9

15:55-9:40

2 stops18h 45m

R12 908

JohannesburgBucharest

JNB - OTP

JNBOTP

Johannesburg OR Tambo

ven. 12/6

13:30-20:15

2 stops29h 45m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

mar. 16/6

9:30-10:30

1 stop26h 00m

R13 745

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Best time to book a flight to Bucharest

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Bucharest

When is the best time to book a flight to Bucharest?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Johannesburg to Bucharest. Price data was last updated on 13 March 2026.

Booking 35 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights to Bucharest. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

How long is the flight to Bucharest?

On average, a flight from Johannesburg to Bucharest takes 19 hours 45 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 Turkish Airlines, Qatar Airways and Lufthansa.

Turkish Airlines
Turkish Airlines
From R11 494
Qatar Airways
Qatar Airways
From R11 835
Lufthansa
Lufthansa
From R11 057

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Bucharest?

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

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 29 mars 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
1 477 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,8

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,6

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
KLM
7,8
Good
1 477 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 477 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,8

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,6

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 733 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 477 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,8

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,6

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
Turkish Airlines
7,4
Good
4 289 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 477 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,8

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,6

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
Etihad Airways
7,3
Good
1 431 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 477 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,8

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,6

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
Lufthansa
6,8
Okay
7 872 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 477 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,8

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,6

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas

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, Lufthansa 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, Johannesburg offers the quickest one-way flight (19 hours 45 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. Otopeni City Gardens is the closest property to Bucharest Otopeni Intl (1,6 km away from Bucharest Otopeni Intl).

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