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Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Bucharest from R6 174

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 11/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — BUH
Aug 7 — Aug 141
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from OR Tambo to Bucharest

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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 8 July 2026.

Wed 23/913:30
JNB
-
OTP
2 stops24h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Fri 23/1021:35
OTP
-
JNB
2 stops37h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 5/7R10 983
Wed 11/1113:30
JNB
-
OTP
2 stops24h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Sun 15/1121:45
OTP
-
JNB
2 stops35h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 3/7R11 373
Wed 23/914:05
JNB
-
OTP
1 stop23h 10m
Qatar Airways
Fri 23/1010:40
OTP
-
JNB
1 stop23h 30m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/7R11 649
Sun 8/1113:30
JNB
-
OTP
2 stops24h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Thu 12/1112:45
OTP
-
JNB
2 stops20h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 7/7R11 942
Sun 9/813:30
JNB
-
OTP
2 stops24h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Thu 10/915:55
OTP
-
JNB
2 stops18h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 4/7R12 104

Find 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 8 July 2026.

Round-trip from

R10 983

One-way from

R6 174

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

R12 137
Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 23/9-23/10
  • 4 total stops
  • 61h 10m total
  • Johannesburg to Bucharest
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 11/10
  • 1 total stop
  • 16h 40m total
  • Johannesburg to Bucharest
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 2% potential increase in price (R5 515 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R3 259 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from OR Tambo 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 8 July 2026.
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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgBucharest

JNB - OTP

JNBOTP

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 11/11

13:30-14:15

2 stops24h 45m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Sun 15/11

21:45-9:40

2 stops35h 55m

R11 373
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgBucharest

JNB - OTP

JNBOTP

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 8/11

13:30-14:15

2 stops24h 45m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Thu 12/11

12:45-9:40

2 stops20h 55m

R11 942
Cheapest one-way
Fastest single journey

JohannesburgBucharest

JNB - OTP

JNBOTP

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 11/10

14:05-7:45

1 stop16h 40m

R6 174

JohannesburgBucharest

JNB - OTP

JNBOTP

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 21/7

13:30-14:35

2 stops24h 05m

R7 766

JohannesburgBucharest

JNB - OTP

JNBOTP

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 11/10

13:30-14:35

2 stops24h 05m

R8 075

JohannesburgBucharest

JNB - OTP

JNBOTP

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 21/7

13:30-18:55

3 stops28h 25m

R8 124

JohannesburgBucharest

JNB - OTP

JNBOTP

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 11/10

6:55-7:45

3 stops23h 50m

R8 822

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Best time to book a flight from OR Tambo to Bucharest

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

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Bucharest (average of R7 522). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Bucharest in August is currently the most expensive (average of R10 918). 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 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 39% 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 R10 313.

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 33m.

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.

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

Booking 36 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.

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 8 July 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with KLM,Turkish Airlines, andQatar Airways 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.
KLM
7,8
Good
1 534 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,8

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
KLM
7,8
Good
1 534 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 534 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,8

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
Turkish Airlines
7,4
Good
4 440 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 534 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,8

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
Qatar Airways
7,3
Good
3 742 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 534 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,8

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
Etihad Airways
7,3
Good
1 477 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 534 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,8

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
Lufthansa
6,8
Okay
8 123 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 534 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,8

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.

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 R11 373, Turkish Airlines can have you in Bucharest from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in 24h 45m. The distance between Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and Bucharest is about 7860 km.

  • 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 R9 130. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Lufthansa, from R10 507, and Turkish Airlines, from R11 005. You may be able to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Bucharest for 24% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Bucharest (average of R7 522). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Bucharest in August is currently the most expensive (average of R10 918). 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 OR Tambo to Bucharest

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from OR Tambo 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 8 July 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Etihad AirwaysCheapestR9 130AverageR12 393FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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LufthansaCheapestR10 507AverageR11 448FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR11 005AverageR12 709FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR11 069AverageR12 554FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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