R10 939+ Cheap flights to Romania

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Jun 18 — Jun 251
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Flights to Romania in 2026

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Cheapest flights to Romania
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Romania. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 19 May 2026.

Sun 24/519:50
JNB
-
OTP
1 stop18h 30m
Qatar Airways
Thu 28/511:05
OTP
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JNB
1 stop17h 55m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 18/5R10 939
Sun 14/612:40
JNB
-
OTP
1 stop25h 40m
Qatar Airways
Wed 24/617:10
OTP
-
JNB
1 stop16h 45m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 14/5R11 039
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 139
Sun 19/720:55
JNB
-
OTP
1 stop16h 20m
Qatar Airways
Thu 23/710:40
OTP
-
JNB
1 stop23h 20m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 16/5R11 272
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 639
Sun 19/713:30
JNB
-
OTP
2 stops24h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Thu 23/715:55
OTP
-
JNB
2 stops18h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 16/5R12 588

Find flight deals to Romania

Find the latest flights to Romania in 2026, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 594 507 searches and data was last updated on 19 May 2026.

Return from

R11 039

One-way from

R28 006

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R11 855
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 14/6-24/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 42h 25m total
  • Johannesburg to Bucharest
24/5
  • 24/5
  • 3 total stops
  • 59h 35m total
  • Johannesburg to Romania
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 0% potential increase in price (R56 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R187 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for return flights in May 2026

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Locate flights to Romania that fit your budget, with regularly updated fares and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 594 507 searches and data was last updated on 19 May 2026.
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Price

Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgBucharest

JNB - OTP

JNBOTP

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 14/6

12:40-15:20

1 stop25h 40m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Wed 24/6

17:10-8:55

1 stop16h 45m

R11 039
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 272

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 639

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 588

JohannesburgBucharest

JNB - OTP

JNBOTP

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 14/6

19:50-15:20

1 stop18h 30m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Wed 24/6

7:35-4:00

2 stops21h 25m

R13 187
Cheapest one-way
Fastest single journey

JohannesburgBucharest

JNB - OTP

JNBOTP

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 24/5

21:45-10:20

3 stops59h 35m

R28 006

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Deals found on 15/5

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Best time to book a flight to Romania

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Estimated return price
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Everything you need to know about your flight to Romania

When is the best time to book a flight to Romania?

The price you pay for your flight to Romania may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 67 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

How long is the flight to Romania?

On average, a flight from Johannesburg to Romania takes 16 hours 20 minutes. Flights to Romania from other popular cities in South Africa will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Romania?

The cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Romania are Etihad Airways, Lufthansa and Turkish Airlines.

Rainfall in Romania by month

Plan your trip to Romania by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Romania ranges from 20.0 - 80.0 mm per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 80.0 mm. October is typically the driest time to visit Romania when rainfall is around 20.0 mm.

Temperature in Romania by month

Plan your trip to Romania by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Romania, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 22.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around -1.0 C).

What are the most popular places to fly to in Romania?

Destination popularity is based on the amount of flight searches to Romania in the last few years. This data was updated on 19 May 2026.
The most popular places in Romania to fly to are Bucharest, Timisoara, Cluj Napoca and Sibiu.

Reviews of airlines servicing Romania

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Romania. 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 Romania. Reviews last updated 19 May 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown KLM,Qatar Airways, andTurkish Airlines to Romania to help guide your decision. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,2

Boarding

7,8

Overall

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

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,2

Boarding

7,8

Overall

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

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,2

Boarding

7,8

Overall

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

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,2

Boarding

7,8

Overall

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

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,2

Boarding

7,8

Overall

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

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,2

Boarding

7,8

Overall

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

FAQs about flying to Romania

  • How long is the flight to Romania?

    Romania flight deals from Johannesburg to Bucharest are around 17h 20min long. You’ll usually have a stopover in Amsterdam and possibly one in Paris before that. If you’re you're looking for cheap flights to Romania from Johannesburg to Iasi, then you are looking at a trip of around 26h 45min. If you are flying from Cape Town to Bucharest, your flight will be about 17h 20min, while flying from Cape Town to Iasi will take you around 25h.

  • Where can you get direct flights to Romania from?

    Unfortunately, direct flights from South Africa to Romania are not currently available. If you are flying from Johannesburg to Bucharest, you are most likely going to have at least one stopover in Paris and another in Amsterdam for your flights to Romania arriving in Bucharest. Flights from Johannesburg to Iasi will generally have a stop in Amsterdam and a stop in Bucharest before arriving in Iasi. Flights from Cape Town to Bucharest will usually have one stop in Doha before arriving in Bucharest. Flights from Cape Town to Iasi also require one stop in Doha.

  • What is the best way to travel around Romania?

    Romania has a fully-fledged mass transit system, making cars unnecessary in major cities and the small towns surrounding them. You will want to make use of the trains and buses for the most part, with light rail also being another service that is available. If you want to get from Bucharest to Iasi, then you should take the train on the IR 1661 line from Bucharest North Station to Iasi. The journey will take about six hours, so it might be an idea to book a sleeper car. If you want to visit the Salina Turda amusement park, then a bus would be a good idea – you can take the Feny bus from Bucharest to Turda and then catch a taxi to the amusement park. The trip will take about six to eight hours each way, so make sure you stay overnight at a hotel while you’re there.

  • What are some things to do in Romania?

    The Salina Turda, as mentioned previously, is an underground amusement park held in an old salt mine. It’s a great place to take the kids and is easily accessible by the Feny buses and taxis. If you’re interested in learning about the history of Romania check out Corvin Castle, which legends say is the final resting place of Count Dracula. Take the Bucharest North train to  Lokoshaza, and the castle is just a short taxi ride from there. If you’re looking to experience the Romanian culture, be on the lookout for the Sighișoara Medieval Festival, which is held every year in the town of Sighişoara towards the end of July. The festival is a celebration of Romanian history and gives visitors a chance to step back in time and see what life was like for the average Romanian in the Middle Ages. The Bucharest Photofest happens every October in the capital of Romania and features some of the most important pieces of photography in the region. If you’re in Romania in October, it would certainly be worth your while to see the festival in action.

  • Do I need a passport or visa to fly to Romania?

    South African citizens will need a valid South African passport and a Schengen visa. In order to qualify, your passport must not expire within six months of your planned visit, you will need to pay a fee of around 80 euro, provide proof of sufficient funds (around 100 euro per day of your stay), a confirmed air ticket, your travel itinerary, and two colour passport photos. The visa should take a maximum of three weeks to be approved.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Romania if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Romania on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Romania?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Etihad Airways is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Romania.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Romania depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Romania, Johannesburg offers the quickest one-way flight (16 hours 20 minutes).

  • Does Bucharest Otopeni Intl have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at Bucharest Otopeni Intl can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Bucharest Otopeni Intl?

    Yes. Bucharest Otopeni Intl has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Otopeni City Gardens is the closest property to Bucharest Otopeni Intl (1,6 km away from Bucharest Otopeni Intl).

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