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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Bucharest from R7 213

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 29/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — BUH
May 12 — May 191
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 12 April 2026.

Tue 2/612:40
JNB
-
OTP
1 stop24h 35m
Qatar Airways
Sat 20/617:10
OTP
-
JNB
1 stop23h 10m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 8/4R10 689
Mon 21/914:45
JNB
-
OTP
1 stop16h 00m
Qatar Airways
Mon 28/917:10
OTP
-
JNB
1 stop16h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 10/4R11 459
Wed 7/1018:00
JNB
-
OTP
1 stop25h 15m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 28/1010:10
OTP
-
JNB
2 stops23h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 8/4R12 476
Tue 2/617:50
JNB
-
OTP
1 stop25h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Sat 20/615:55
OTP
-
JNB
2 stops18h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 8/4R12 509
Tue 2/612:40
JNB
-
OTP
2 stops35h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 20/621:30
OTP
-
JNB
2 stops35h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 8/4R12 656
Mon 21/918:00
JNB
-
OTP
1 stop13h 10m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 28/915:55
OTP
-
JNB
2 stops18h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 10/4R12 754
Tue 21/412:40
JNB
-
OTP
1 stop19h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 27/416:05
OTP
-
JNB
2 stops19h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 8/4R13 115

Find flight deals from Johannesburg to Bucharest

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 12 April 2026.

Round-trip from

R10 689

One-way from

R7 213

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R13 246
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 2/6-20/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 47h 45m total
  • Johannesburg to Bucharest
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 29/4
  • 1 total stop
  • 35h 50m total
  • Johannesburg to Bucharest
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price (R9 217 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R2 964 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgBucharest

JNB - OTP

JNBOTP

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 7/10

18:00-20:15

1 stop25h 15m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Wed 28/10

10:10-9:40

2 stops23h 30m

R12 476
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgBucharest

JNB - OTP

JNBOTP

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 21/9

18:00-8:10

1 stop13h 10m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Mon 28/9

15:55-9:40

2 stops18h 45m

R12 754

JohannesburgBucharest

JNB - OTP

JNBOTP

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 2/6

19:50-1:35

2 stops28h 45m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Sat 20/6

21:30-8:20

2 stops35h 50m

R13 033

JohannesburgBucharest

JNB - OTP

JNBOTP

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 20/5

13:30-12:05

2 stops21h 35m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Wed 27/5

9:30-10:30

1 stop26h 00m

R14 476

JohannesburgBucharest

JNB - OTP

JNBOTP

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 21/4

12:40-12:00

2 stops22h 20m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Mon 27/4

16:05-10:30

2 stops19h 25m

R15 197

JohannesburgBucharest

JNB - OTP

JNBOTP

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 20/5

12:40-8:40

1 stop19h 00m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Wed 27/5

17:10-10:30

1 stop18h 20m

R15 279

JohannesburgBucharest

JNB - OTP

JNBOTP

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 21/9

9:25-7:45

3 stops21h 20m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Mon 28/9

17:10-8:05

3 stops39h 55m

R16 476

JohannesburgBucharest

JNB - OTP

JNBOTP

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 20/5

12:40-12:00

2 stops22h 20m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Wed 27/5

17:10-18:10

3 stops50h 00m

R19 607
Cheapest one-way

JohannesburgBucharest

JNB - OTP

JNBOTP

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 29/4

19:50-8:40

1 stop35h 50m

R7 213
Fastest single journey

JohannesburgBucharest

JNB - OTP

JNBOTP

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 29/4

20:40-21:30

2 stops23h 50m

R8 263

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Best time to book a flight from Johannesburg to Bucharest

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Johannesburg to Bucharest

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 10 April 2026.

The best time to book flights from Johannesburg to Bucharest is 58 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, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Bucharest (average of R9 902). Flying from Johannesburg to Bucharest in July is currently the most expensive (average of R12 689). 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 12 April 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with KLM,Qatar Airways, andEtihad Airways 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
7,8
Good
1 496 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

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
1 496 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 496 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

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
3 727 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 496 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

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
1 429 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 496 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

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
7,3
Good
4 304 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 496 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

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
7 916 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 496 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

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

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 25h 15m. Turkish Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R12 476. 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 R10 602 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Turkish Airlines and Qatar Airways, starting at R11 302 and R11 349 round-trip. These flights start at 15% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    Yes. In addition to deals on Johannesburg to Bucharest flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Johannesburg to Bucharest?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Johannesburg to Bucharest.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Johannesburg to Bucharest?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Johannesburg to Bucharest by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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

    Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Bucharest (average of R9 902). Flying from Johannesburg to Bucharest in July is currently the most expensive (average of R12 689). 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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Top 3 airlines flying from Johannesburg to Bucharest

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Johannesburg to Bucharest. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 12 April 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
LufthansaCheapestR10 602AverageR11 552FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR11 302AverageR12 932FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR11 349AverageR12 841FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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