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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Bucharest from R5 954

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 28/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — BUH
Mai 16 — Mai 231
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 16 April 2026.

Di 7/712:40
JNB
-
OTP
1 stop24h 35m
Qatar Airways
Mi 30/917:10
OTP
-
JNB
1 stop23h 10m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 13/4R10 861
So 2/812:40
JNB
-
OTP
1 stop24h 35m
Qatar Airways
Di 11/817:10
OTP
-
JNB
1 stop23h 10m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 13/4R11 107
Sa 13/619:50
JNB
-
OTP
1 stop17h 25m
Qatar Airways
Sa 27/610:40
OTP
-
JNB
1 stop18h 20m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 15/4R11 156
Mi 7/1018:00
JNB
-
OTP
1 stop17h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Mi 28/1010:10
OTP
-
JNB
2 stops23h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 14/4R12 955
Mo 6/712:40
JNB
-
OTP
1 stop18h 05m
Qatar Airways
Fr 17/717:10
OTP
-
JNB
1 stop23h 10m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 15/4R13 560
Di 7/717:50
JNB
-
OTP
1 stop25h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Mi 30/915:55
OTP
-
JNB
2 stops18h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 13/4R13 610
Sa 13/612:40
JNB
-
OTP
2 stops28h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Sa 27/610:40
OTP
-
JNB
1 stop18h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 15/4R13 659
Mi 20/58:45
JNB
-
OTP
1 stop15h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Mi 27/515:55
OTP
-
JNB
2 stops41h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 14/4R13 839

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 16 April 2026.

Round-trip from

R10 861

One-way from

R5 954

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R13 217
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 7/7-30/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 47h 45m total
  • Johannesburg to Bucharest
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 28/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 17h 25m total
  • Johannesburg to Bucharest
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price (R9 177 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R2 960 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 16 April 2026.
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Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgBucharest

JNB - OTP

JNBOTP

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Di 7/7

12:40-14:15

1 stop24h 35m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Mi 30/9

17:10-15:20

1 stop23h 10m

R10 861

JohannesburgBucharest

JNB - OTP

JNBOTP

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Di 7/7

17:50-20:15

1 stop25h 25m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Mi 30/9

15:55-9:40

2 stops18h 45m

R13 610

JohannesburgBucharest

JNB - OTP

JNBOTP

Johannesburg OR Tambo

So 2/8

12:20-14:15

2 stops24h 55m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Di 11/8

17:10-9:00

1 stop16h 50m

R14 068

JohannesburgBucharest

JNB - OTP

JNBOTP

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mi 20/5

13:30-12:05

2 stops21h 35m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Mi 27/5

9:30-10:30

1 stop26h 00m

R14 444

JohannesburgBucharest

JNB - OTP

JNBOTP

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mi 20/5

12:40-8:40

1 stop19h 00m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Mi 27/5

17:10-10:30

1 stop18h 20m

R15 245

JohannesburgBucharest

JNB - OTP

JNBOTP

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Di 7/7

12:40-19:05

2 stops29h 25m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Mi 30/9

19:20-8:20

3 stops38h 00m

R15 572

JohannesburgBucharest

JNB - OTP

JNBOTP

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mi 17/6

20:55-14:15

1 stop16h 20m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

So 21/6

17:10-15:20

1 stop23h 10m

R15 638

JohannesburgBucharest

JNB - OTP

JNBOTP

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mi 8/7

12:40-7:45

1 stop18h 05m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Mi 15/7

17:10-15:20

1 stop23h 10m

R15 851

JohannesburgBucharest

JNB - OTP

JNBOTP

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mi 17/6

13:30-8:10

2 stops41h 40m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

So 21/6

15:55-9:40

2 stops18h 45m

R15 932
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgBucharest

JNB - OTP

JNBOTP

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mo 6/7

12:40-7:45

1 stop18h 05m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Di 14/7

10:40-4:00

1 stop18h 20m

R17 617

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

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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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Johannesburg to Bucharest. Price data was last updated on 10 April 2026.

The best time to book flights from Johannesburg to Bucharest is 58 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.

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

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Bucharest (average of R9 880). Flying from Johannesburg to Bucharest in July is currently the most expensive (average of R12 661). 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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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 16 April 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with KLM,Qatar Airways, andEtihad Airways 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
1 499 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,2

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
KLM
7,8
Good
1 499 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 499 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,2

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 728 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 499 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,2

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
Etihad Airways
7,3
Good
1 430 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 499 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,2

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
Turkish Airlines
7,3
Good
4 304 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 499 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,2

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
Lufthansa
6,8
Okay
7 926 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 499 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,2

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas

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 24h 35m. Qatar Airways provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R10 861. The distance from Johannesburg to Bucharest is about 7860 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Johannesburg to Bucharest is Lufthansa. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as R10 579 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Turkish Airlines and Qatar Airways, starting at R11 277 and R11 324 round-trip. These flights start at 15% 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, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Bucharest (average of R9 880). Flying from Johannesburg to Bucharest in July is currently the most expensive (average of R12 661). 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
LufthansaCheapestR10 579AverageR11 526FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR11 277AverageR12 904FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR11 324AverageR12 812FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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