What is the cheapest airline that flies from Johannesburg to Bucharest?

Lufthansa and Emirates are the most popular carriers operating from Johannesburg to Bucharest

Which airlines fly to Bucharest?

Turkish Airlines, Qatar Airways and Lufthansa are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Bucharest from Johannesburg according to our data. Turkish Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 38% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Bucharest. Keep in mind that there are 4 different airlines that fly to Bucharest on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Johannesburg to Bucharest?

Prices for flights from Johannesburg to Bucharest are refreshed on a daily basis.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Johannesburg to Bucharest?

As of September 2026, there are 4 operators available to choose from for flights from Johannesburg to Bucharest.

How old do you have to be to fly from Johannesburg to Bucharest?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Johannesburg to Bucharest.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Bucharest?

The necessary travel and health documents for your Bucharest trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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14:05 - 7:45JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl

16h 40m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

10:40 - 15:15OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

28h 35m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

R10 741Qatar Airways

Tue, Oct 20 - Tue, Oct 27

14:30 - 12:55JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl

21h 25m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino

8:20 - 13:30OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

29h 10m3 stops Warsaw Frederic Chopin Rome Fiumicino Addis Ababa Bole

R11 108Multiple Airlines

Mon, Oct 19 - Mon, Oct 26

8:45 - 1:10JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl

15h 25m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss

19:15 - 9:55OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

14h 40m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss

R11 666Lufthansa

Mon, Oct 19 - Mon, Oct 26

19:20 - 1:10JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl

28h 50m1 stop Zurich

13:20 - 9:40OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

20h 20m2 stops Vienna Intl Frankfurt am Main

R11 745Multiple Airlines

Tue, Oct 20 - Tue, Oct 27

19:00 - 15:10JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl

19h 10m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Vienna Intl

13:20 - 9:40OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

20h 20m2 stops Vienna Intl Frankfurt am Main

R11 777Austrian Airlines

Tue, Oct 20 - Tue, Oct 27

18:50 - 14:15JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl

19h 25m1 stop Istanbul

15:35 - 11:00OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

19h 25m1 stop Istanbul

R12 797Turkish Airlines

Thu, Feb 11 - Mon, Feb 15

18:50 - 14:15JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl

19h 25m1 stop Istanbul

15:35 - 11:00OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

19h 25m1 stop Istanbul

R12 829Turkish Airlines

Thu, Feb 11 - Mon, Feb 15

18:50 - 14:15JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl

19h 25m1 stop Istanbul

15:35 - 11:00OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

19h 25m1 stop Istanbul

R12 861Turkish Airlines

Thu, Feb 11 - Mon, Feb 15

20:55 - 14:15JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl

16h 20m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

17:10 - 8:40OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

16h 30m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

R13 689Qatar Airways

Sat, Oct 17 - Sat, Oct 24

14:05 - 7:45JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl

16h 40m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

10:40 - 4:00OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

18h 20m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

R64 383Qatar Airways

Sat, Oct 3 - Sat, Oct 10

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Qatar Airways flights from Johannesburg to Bucharest

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Qatar Airways

Oct 20

JNB14:05Johannesburg OR Tambo

16h 40m

1 stop

OTP7:45Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Oct 27

OTP10:40Bucharest Otopeni Intl

28h 35m

1 stop

JNB15:15Johannesburg OR Tambo

R10 741

Qatar Airways

Oct 17

JNB20:55Johannesburg OR Tambo

16h 20m

1 stop

OTP14:15Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Oct 24

OTP17:10Bucharest Otopeni Intl

16h 30m

1 stop

JNB8:40Johannesburg OR Tambo

R13 689

Qatar Airways

Oct 3

JNB14:05Johannesburg OR Tambo

16h 40m

1 stop

OTP7:45Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Oct 10

OTP10:40Bucharest Otopeni Intl

18h 20m

1 stop

JNB4:00Johannesburg OR Tambo

R64 383

Turkish Airlines flights from Johannesburg to Bucharest

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Turkish Airlines

Feb 11

JNB18:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

19h 25m

1 stop

OTP14:15Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Feb 15

OTP15:35Bucharest Otopeni Intl

19h 25m

1 stop

JNB11:00Johannesburg OR Tambo

R12 797

Turkish Airlines

Feb 11

JNB18:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

19h 25m

1 stop

OTP14:15Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Feb 15

OTP15:35Bucharest Otopeni Intl

19h 25m

1 stop

JNB11:00Johannesburg OR Tambo

R12 829

Turkish Airlines

Feb 11

JNB18:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

19h 25m

1 stop

OTP14:15Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Feb 15

OTP15:35Bucharest Otopeni Intl

19h 25m

1 stop

JNB11:00Johannesburg OR Tambo

R12 861

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JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl

JNBOTP

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 20/10

14:05-7:45

1 stop16h 40m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Tue 27/10

10:40-15:15

1 stop28h 35m

R10 741

JohannesburgBucharest

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl

JNBOTP

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 19/10

14:30-12:55

2 stops21h 25m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Mon 26/10

8:20-13:30

3 stops29h 10m

R11 108

Fastest return journey

JohannesburgBucharest

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl

JNBOTP

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 19/10

8:45-1:10

1 stop15h 25m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Mon 26/10

19:15-9:55

1 stop14h 40m

R11 666

JohannesburgBucharest

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl

JNBOTP

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 20/10

19:20-1:10

1 stop28h 50m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Tue 27/10

13:20-9:40

2 stops20h 20m

R11 745

JohannesburgBucharest

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl

JNBOTP

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 20/10

19:00-15:10

2 stops19h 10m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Tue 27/10

13:20-9:40

2 stops20h 20m

R11 777

JohannesburgBucharest

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl

JNBOTP

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 11/2

18:50-14:15

1 stop19h 25m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Mon 15/2

15:35-11:00

1 stop19h 25m

R12 797

JohannesburgBucharest

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl

JNBOTP

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 11/2

18:50-14:15

1 stop19h 25m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Mon 15/2

15:35-11:00

1 stop19h 25m

R12 829

JohannesburgBucharest

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl

JNBOTP

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 11/2

18:50-14:15

1 stop19h 25m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Mon 15/2

15:35-11:00

1 stop19h 25m

R12 861

JohannesburgBucharest

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl

JNBOTP

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 17/10

20:55-14:15

1 stop16h 20m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Sat 24/10

17:10-8:40

1 stop16h 30m

R13 689

JohannesburgBucharest

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl

JNBOTP

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 3/10

14:05-7:45

1 stop16h 40m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Sat 10/10

10:40-4:00

1 stop18h 20m

R64 383

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Johannesburg and Bucharest?

Prices are currently low for flights on this route.

Typical prices usually range from R10 837 to R15 108.
The lowest price recently found on this route was R10 741.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Bucharest?

The cheapest month to fly to Bucharest from Johannesburg is in November. Flight prices, which tend to average around R10 773, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of November, then book flights to Bucharest from Johannesburg during February instead. Flights to Bucharest in February, while not as cheap as those in November, still average around R11 331.

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Best price found	R6 008
Fastest flight time	19h 25m
Direct flights	None

The best one-way flight to Bucharest from Johannesburg in the past 72 hours is R6 008. The best return flight deal from Johannesburg to Bucharest found on momondo in the last 72 hours is R10 741.

The fastest flight from Johannesburg to Bucharest takes 19h 25m

There are no direct flights from Johannesburg to Bucharest. There are no popular flight routes from Johannesburg to Bucharest.

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Johannesburg to Bucharest

How far is Johannesburg to Bucharest by plane?
There are 7851,2 km between Johannesburg and Bucharest. A reasonable flight in good conditions will take 19h 25m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Johannesburg to Bucharest?
Prices for flights from Johannesburg to Bucharest are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Johannesburg to Bucharest?
As of September 2026, there are 4 operators available to choose from for flights from Johannesburg to Bucharest.
How old do you have to be to fly from Johannesburg to Bucharest?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Johannesburg to Bucharest.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Bucharest?
The necessary travel and health documents for your Bucharest trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from Johannesburg to Bucharest

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom R8 956	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 1 532 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom R10 306	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,8 8 225 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom R10 794	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 4 481 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom R10 858	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 3 733 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights

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