The month of November is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Bucharest from South Africa, with most prices found around R9 309. The month of May is another great option to travel to Bucharest, with average flight prices from South Africa averaging around R9 596.
The ideal time to book your flight to Bucharest is 0 days in advance, when prices tend to average R10 140. In the past 72 hours, momondo users found flights from South Africa to Bucharest for as low as R9 264.
On average, the least expensive day to fly to Bucharest from South Africa is on a Sunday. momondo users have found tickets for Sunday departures for as low as R9 829. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Friday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Bucharest on Friday is R11 125.
The cheapest time of day to fly to Bucharest is in the afternoon when flights can be purchased for as low as R10 154. Try not to purchase tickets at midday because they tend to be around R11 283. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.
Finding an alternative and possibly cheaper destination airport near Bucharest is possible. If you are planning a flight to Bucharest, consider booking flights to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport (16 km from Bucharest city centre).
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