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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Bucharest from R7 558

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 17/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — BUH
Mar 19 — Mar 261
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Bucharest
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Johannesburg to Bucharest. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 17 February 2026.

Thu 17/99:50
JNB
-
OTP
1 stop31h 20m
Etihad Airways
Sun 20/919:15
OTP
-
JNB
1 stop14h 05m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 15/2R9 216
Thu 17/99:50
JNB
-
OTP
1 stop31h 20m
Etihad Airways
Wed 23/919:15
OTP
-
JNB
1 stop14h 05m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 15/2R9 407
Sun 13/99:50
JNB
-
OTP
1 stop31h 20m
Etihad Airways
Sun 20/919:15
OTP
-
JNB
1 stop14h 05m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 15/2R10 412
Thu 19/319:10
JNB
-
OTP
1 stop19h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 23/315:30
OTP
-
JNB
1 stop19h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 13/2R11 289
Wed 16/99:50
JNB
-
OTP
2 stops31h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 20/910:30
OTP
-
JNB
2 stops22h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 15/2R11 687
Sun 14/618:00
JNB
-
OTP
1 stop13h 10m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 7/715:55
OTP
-
JNB
2 stops18h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 14/2R11 815
Fri 12/618:00
JNB
-
OTP
1 stop19h 35m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 6/79:30
OTP
-
JNB
2 stops25h 10m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 14/2R12 054
Fri 12/618:00
JNB
-
OTP
1 stop19h 35m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 8/79:30
OTP
-
JNB
2 stops25h 10m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 14/2R12 102
Sat 13/617:50
JNB
-
OTP
1 stop13h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 7/79:30
OTP
-
JNB
2 stops25h 10m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 14/2R12 213

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Johannesburg (ZA1) to Bucharest (BUH). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 17 February 2026.

Round-trip from

R11 289

One-way from

R7 558

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

May

Average price

R11 576
Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 19/3-23/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 38h 20m total
  • Johannesburg to Bucharest
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17/3
  • 17/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 31h 35m total
  • Johannesburg to Bucharest
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JohannesburgBucharest

JNB - OTP

JNBOTP

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 19/3

19:10-14:10

1 stop19h 00m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Mon 23/3

15:30-10:50

1 stop19h 20m

R11 289

JohannesburgBucharest

JNB - OTP

JNBOTP

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 16/6

17:50-20:15

1 stop25h 25m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Tue 7/7

9:30-9:40

2 stops25h 10m

R12 054

JohannesburgBucharest

JNB - OTP

JNBOTP

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 2/4

23:15-15:25

1 stop15h 10m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Thu 9/4

16:50-21:20

1 stop29h 30m

R12 213

JohannesburgBucharest

JNB - OTP

JNBOTP

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 13/6

17:50-14:35

1 stop19h 45m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Mon 6/7

9:30-9:40

2 stops25h 10m

R12 213

JohannesburgBucharest

JNB - OTP

JNBOTP

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 13/6

17:50-8:10

1 stop13h 20m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Tue 7/7

9:30-9:40

2 stops25h 10m

R12 213

JohannesburgBucharest

JNB - OTP

JNBOTP

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 13/6

17:50-8:10

1 stop13h 20m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Wed 8/7

9:30-9:40

2 stops25h 10m

R12 261

JohannesburgBucharest

JNB - OTP

JNBOTP

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 15/6

18:00-8:10

1 stop13h 10m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Wed 8/7

9:30-9:40

2 stops25h 10m

R12 261

JohannesburgBucharest

JNB - OTP

JNBOTP

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 16/6

17:50-8:10

1 stop13h 20m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Sun 5/7

9:30-9:40

2 stops25h 10m

R12 293

JohannesburgBucharest

JNB - OTP

JNBOTP

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 17/3

12:45-20:20

2 stops31h 35m

R7 558

JohannesburgBucharest

JNB - OTP

JNBOTP

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 17/3

20:30-13:20

1 stop16h 50m

R8 323

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Best time to book a flight from Johannesburg to Bucharest

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How far ahead should I book a flight from Johannesburg 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 February 2026.

The best time to book flights from Johannesburg to Bucharest is 18 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Johannesburg to Bucharest?

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Bucharest (average of R8 036). Flying from Johannesburg to Bucharest in July is currently the most expensive (average of R12 118). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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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 17 February 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with KLM, Qatar Airways, andAir France from Johannesburg to Bucharest by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
KLM
7,7
Good
1 457 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Comfort

7,6

Overall

7,7

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

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
7,7
Good
1 457 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 457 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Comfort

7,6

Overall

7,7

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

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
3 738 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 457 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Comfort

7,6

Overall

7,7

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

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
Air France
7,4
Good
1 533 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 457 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Comfort

7,6

Overall

7,7

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

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
7,3
Good
4 220 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 457 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Comfort

7,6

Overall

7,7

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

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
7 788 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 457 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Comfort

7,6

Overall

7,7

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

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

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Johannesburg to Bucharest. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Johannesburg to Bucharest?

    A quick flight from Johannesburg to Bucharest can take about 19h. Turkish Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R11 289. The distance from Johannesburg to Bucharest is about 7860 km.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Bucharest round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Johannesburg to Bucharest is Lufthansa. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as R8 257 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Qatar Airways and Turkish Airlines, starting at R10 375 and R10 992 round-trip. These flights start at 31% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Johannesburg to Bucharest that include hotel bookings?

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  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Johannesburg to Bucharest?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Bucharest (average of R8 036). Flying from Johannesburg to Bucharest in July is currently the most expensive (average of R12 118). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
LufthansaCheapestR8 257AverageR10 437FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR10 375AverageR12 488FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR10 992AverageR12 472FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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