Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Bucharest from R8 436

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 24/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — BUH
Dec 27 — Jan 31
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Bucharest are usually found in May or March, booked 18 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

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Cheapest flights from OR Tambo to Bucharest
Explore the most affordable flight options available from OR Tambo to Bucharest. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 27 November 2025.

Thu 25/1223:59JNB - OTP
1 stop23h 31mMultiple Airlines
Thu 1/113:10OTP - JNB
1 stop23h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/11R14 643
Thu 25/1223:59JNB - OTP
2 stops20h 11mAir France
Thu 1/113:10OTP - JNB
1 stop23h 00mAir France
Deal found 25/11R15 174
Thu 25/1220:15JNB - OTP
1 stop28h 10mSWISS
Thu 1/16:30OTP - JNB
3 stops33h 45mSWISS
Deal found 25/11R15 843
Wed 24/123:10JNB - OTP
2 stops27h 30mRwandAir
Thu 1/116:20OTP - JNB
2 stops22h 00mRwandAir
Deal found 25/11R19 975
Wed 24/123:10JNB - OTP
2 stops34h 10mQatar Airways
Thu 1/116:20OTP - JNB
1 stop23h 05mQatar Airways
Deal found 25/11R27 983

Cheap flight deals from OR Tambo to Bucharest

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from OR Tambo (JNB) 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 27 November 2025.

Round-trip from

R11 419

One-way from

R8 436

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

R12 225
Lufthansa
  • Lufthansa
  • 22/1-4/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 55h 35m total
  • Johannesburg to Bucharest
Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 24/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 13h 40m total
  • Johannesburg to Bucharest
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (R18 064 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R3 523 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in November 2025

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Bucharest that are best for you.

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Depart

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Price

JohannesburgBucharest

JNB - OTP

JNBOTP

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 22/1

20:15-0:25

1 stop28h 10m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Wed 4/2

13:20-9:30

2 stops20h 10m

R11 488

JohannesburgBucharest

JNB - OTP

JNBOTP

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 24/1

9:50-20:20

2 stops34h 30m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Wed 18/2

21:15-8:20

2 stops35h 05m

R11 539

JohannesburgBucharest

JNB - OTP

JNBOTP

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 22/1

19:45-23:50

2 stops28h 05m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Wed 4/2

13:20-9:30

2 stops20h 10m

R11 625

JohannesburgBucharest

JNB - OTP

JNBOTP

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 31/1

23:59-23:30

1 stop23h 31m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Sat 28/2

6:00-22:05

1 stop16h 05m

R12 208

JohannesburgBucharest

JNB - OTP

JNBOTP

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 19/1

23:59-23:30

1 stop23h 31m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Sun 1/2

16:50-22:05

1 stop29h 15m

R12 345

JohannesburgBucharest

JNB - OTP

JNBOTP

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 17/4

8:45-1:00

1 stop15h 15m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Sun 31/5

6:05-6:40

1 stop25h 35m

R12 654

JohannesburgBucharest

JNB - OTP

JNBOTP

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 19/1

9:50-19:55

2 stops34h 05m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Sun 1/2

14:05-0:25

2 stops34h 20m

R13 563

JohannesburgBucharest

JNB - OTP

JNBOTP

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 31/1

19:45-12:20

2 stops16h 35m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Sat 28/2

13:05-7:05

1 stop18h 00m

R13 751

JohannesburgBucharest

JNB - OTP

JNBOTP

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 22/1

13:00-0:25

2 stops35h 25m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Wed 4/2

6:30-16:15

3 stops33h 45m

R14 043

JohannesburgBucharest

JNB - OTP

JNBOTP

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 19/1

15:20-0:30

3 stops33h 10m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Sun 1/2

16:40-16:15

3 stops23h 35m

R14 643

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Bucharest

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from OR Tambo to Bucharest. Price data was last updated on 21 November 2025.

Booking 18 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Bucharest. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Bucharest (average of R7 596). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Bucharest in July is currently the most expensive (average of R13 117). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from JNB to BUH?

Find hourly flight availability from OR Tambo to Bucharest. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 27 November 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Bucharest is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the evening tend to be the most expensive. A flight at midday could potentially save you up to 28% on airfare.

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

What’s the top stopover airport for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Bucharest?

Share of one-stop return flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Bucharest chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same stopover each way.

Doha (DOH) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 36% of one-stop itineraries from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Bucharest on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest stopover airport for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Bucharest?

Average return fare for one-stop flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Bucharest, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same stopover each way.

Abu Dhabi (AUH) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of R11 051.

What’s the fastest stopover option from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Bucharest?

Shortest average travel time for one-stop one-way flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Bucharest, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Istanbul (IST) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 13h 42m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest stopover for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Bucharest?

Average stopover duration for one-stop one-way flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Bucharest, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Amsterdam (AMS) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 1h 50m.

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 27 November 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with KLM, Qatar Airways, andAir France from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Bucharest have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Comfort

7,6

Overall

7,7

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,2

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.

Comfort

7,6

Overall

7,7

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,2

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.

Comfort

7,6

Overall

7,7

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,2

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.

Comfort

7,6

Overall

7,7

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,2

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.

Comfort

7,6

Overall

7,7

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,2

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.

Comfort

7,6

Overall

7,7

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,2

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from OR Tambo 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 OR Tambo Airport to Bucharest?

    For as low as R12 208, Austrian Airlines can have you in Bucharest from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in 23h 31m. The distance between Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and Bucharest is about 7860 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Bucharest round-trip from R8 880. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Air France, from R11 124, and Qatar Airways, from R11 157. You may be able to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Bucharest for 31% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Bucharest one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Turkish Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as R8 436. Users have also found prices from R9 173 and R9 448 on Qatar Airways and Kenya Airways, respectively.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from OR Tambo to Bucharest?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from OR Tambo 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 OR Tambo Airport to Bucharest?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Bucharest (average of R7 596). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Bucharest in July is currently the most expensive (average of R13 117). 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 880AverageR10 487FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Air FranceCheapestR11 124AverageR16 695FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR11 157AverageR13 267FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR11 821AverageR13 557FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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