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Cheap flights from South Africa to Romania from R9 530

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 28/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — OTP
Jun 19 — Jun 261
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from South Africa to Romania

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Cheapest flights from South Africa to Romania
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Africa to Romania. 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
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 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
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 596
Mon 18/57:40
CPT
-
OTP
1 stop30h 45m
KLM
Mon 1/614:00
OTP
-
CPT
1 stop32h 25m
KLM
Deal found 16/5R13 896
Mon 18/57:40
CPT
-
OTP
1 stop16h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 1/615:40
OTP
-
CPT
2 stops30h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 16/5R14 762
Tue 30/613:15
CPT
-
OTP
1 stop24h 00m
Qatar Airways
Fri 31/717:10
OTP
-
CPT
1 stop18h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 18/5R16 678
Tue 30/613:15
CPT
-
OTP
1 stop24h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 31/717:10
OTP
-
CPT
2 stops24h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 18/5R18 111
Mon 18/515:20
CPT
-
OTP
3 stops19h 40m
Lufthansa
Mon 1/619:20
OTP
-
CPT
2 stops42h 20m
Lufthansa
Deal found 16/5R24 326

Find flight deals from South Africa to Romania

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Africa to Romania flight deals. Data was last updated 20 May 2026.

Round-trip from

R11 163

One-way from

R9 530

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R11 863
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 14/6-24/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 54h 20m total
  • South Africa to Romania
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28/6
  • 28/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 43h 30m total
  • South Africa to Romania
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 0% potential increase in price (R936 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R3 113 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from South Africa to Romania 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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Cheapest return flight

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

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

Sun 14/6

19:50-15:20

1 stop18h 30m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Wed 24/6

7:35-4:00

2 stops21h 25m

R13 196

Cape TownBucharest

CPT - OTP

CPTOTP

Cape Town Intl

Tue 30/6

13:15-14:15

1 stop24h 00m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Fri 31/7

17:10-10:15

1 stop18h 05m

R16 678

Cape TownBucharest

CPT - OTP

CPTOTP

Cape Town Intl

Tue 30/6

13:15-14:15

1 stop24h 00m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Fri 31/7

17:10-16:10

2 stops24h 00m

R18 111
Cheapest one-way

Cape TownBucharest

CPT - OTP

CPTOTP

Cape Town Intl

Sun 28/6

16:35-13:05

2 stops43h 30m

R9 530

JohannesburgBucharest

JNB - OTP

JNBOTP

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 24/5

21:45-10:20

3 stops59h 35m

R28 024
Fastest single journey

JohannesburgBucharest

JNB - OTP

JNBOTP

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 24/5

19:50-15:20

1 stop18h 30m

R37 038

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Deals found on 19/5

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to Romania

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Romania from South Africa with our price prediction graph.
Estimated return price
Rates are based on past data. Find the cheapest month and day to book your flight based on your travel requirements, then search for cheap deals.

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Everything you need to know about your flight from South Africa to Romania

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from South Africa to Romania?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Romania (average of R7 714). Flying from South Africa to Romania 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 far ahead should I book a flight from South Africa to Romania?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from South Africa to Romania, you should look to book at least 67 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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 20 May 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from South Africa to Romania, such as KLM,Qatar Airways, andTurkish Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
KLM
7,8
Good
1 516 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,2

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

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

Entertainment

7,2

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

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

Entertainment

7,2

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

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

Entertainment

7,2

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

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

Entertainment

7,2

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

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

Entertainment

7,2

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

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 South Africa to Romania. 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 South Africa to Romania?

    There are many flights that can get you from South Africa to Romania in 18h 30m. Fly via Qatar Airways to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 7860 km.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from South Africa to Romania one-way?

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from South Africa to Romania are Qatar Airways (R5 980), Turkish Airlines (R7 802), and Lufthansa (R8 954).

  • Can I find deals for flights from South Africa to Romania that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on South Africa to Romania flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from South Africa to Romania?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from South Africa to Romania?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Africa to Romania 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 South Africa to Romania?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Romania (average of R7 714). Flying from South Africa to Romania 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 South Africa to Romania

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from South Africa to Romania. 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 AirlinesCheapestR10 804AverageR15 416FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR11 534AverageR13 204FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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