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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Bucharest from R10 947

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 24/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — BUH
Jun 19 — Jun 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 20 May 2026.

Sun 24/519:50
JNB
-
OTP
1 stop18h 30m
Qatar Airways
Thu 28/511:05
OTP
-
JNB
1 stop17h 55m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 18/5R10 947
Wed 2/1213:30
JNB
-
OTP
2 stops24h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 20/115:30
OTP
-
JNB
2 stops18h 10m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 18/5R11 146
Sun 14/619:50
JNB
-
OTP
1 stop18h 30m
Qatar Airways
Wed 24/617:10
OTP
-
JNB
1 stop35h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 15/5R11 163
Fri 5/612:40
JNB
-
OTP
1 stop19h 40m
Qatar Airways
Fri 12/617:10
OTP
-
JNB
1 stop18h 20m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 20/5R11 280
Sun 14/613:30
JNB
-
OTP
2 stops24h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 24/615:55
OTP
-
JNB
2 stops18h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 18/5R11 646
Mon 15/613:30
JNB
-
OTP
2 stops24h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Thu 18/615:55
OTP
-
JNB
2 stops18h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 19/5R11 913

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 20 May 2026.

Round-trip from

R11 163

Popular in

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Cheapest in

February

Average price

R11 863
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 14/6-24/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 54h 20m total
  • Johannesburg to Bucharest
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Johannesburg to Bucharest that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 20 May 2026.
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JohannesburgBucharest

JNB - OTP

JNBOTP

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 14/6

19:50-15:20

1 stop18h 30m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Wed 24/6

17:10-4:00

1 stop35h 50m

R11 163
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgBucharest

JNB - OTP

JNBOTP

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 19/7

20:55-14:15

1 stop16h 20m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Thu 23/7

10:40-9:00

1 stop23h 20m

R11 280

JohannesburgBucharest

JNB - OTP

JNBOTP

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 14/6

13:30-14:35

2 stops24h 05m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Wed 24/6

15:55-9:40

2 stops18h 45m

R11 646

JohannesburgBucharest

JNB - OTP

JNBOTP

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 15/6

13:30-14:35

2 stops24h 05m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Thu 18/6

15:55-9:40

2 stops18h 45m

R11 913

JohannesburgBucharest

JNB - OTP

JNBOTP

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 19/7

13:30-14:35

2 stops24h 05m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Thu 23/7

15:55-9:40

2 stops18h 45m

R12 596

JohannesburgBucharest

JNB - OTP

JNBOTP

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 5/6

13:30-12:05

2 stops21h 35m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Fri 12/6

15:55-9:40

2 stops18h 45m

R13 046

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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

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Bucharest (average of R7 714). Flying from Johannesburg to Bucharest in August is currently the most expensive (average of R11 196). 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.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Johannesburg to Bucharest?

How far ahead should I book a flight from Johannesburg to Bucharest?

The best time to book flights from Johannesburg to Bucharest is 67 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.

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 20 May 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with KLM,Qatar Airways, andTurkish Airlines 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
1 516 reviews
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Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,2

Overall

7,8

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
KLM
7,8
Good
1 516 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 516 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,2

Overall

7,8

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 729 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 516 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,2

Overall

7,8

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
Turkish Airlines
7,4
Good
4 379 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 516 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,2

Overall

7,8

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
Etihad Airways
7,3
Good
1 438 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 516 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,2

Overall

7,8

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
Lufthansa
6,8
Okay
8 014 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 516 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,2

Overall

7,8

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful

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 18h 30m. Qatar Airways provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R11 163. 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 Etihad Airways. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as R9 363 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Lufthansa and Turkish Airlines, starting at R10 775 and R11 478 round-trip. These flights start at 26% 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Bucharest (average of R7 714). Flying from Johannesburg to Bucharest in August is currently the most expensive (average of R11 196). 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 4 airlines flying from Johannesburg to Bucharest

Discover the top 4 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 20 May 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Etihad AirwaysCheapestR9 363AverageR12 709FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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LufthansaCheapestR10 775AverageR11 740FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR11 478AverageR13 033FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR11 534AverageR13 204FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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