How long is the flight from Romania to South Africa?

On average, it takes 17h 15m to fly from Romania to South Africa if you fly out of Bucharest (the most popular airport in Romania) and into Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (the most popular airport in South Africa). If you’re flying out of Cluj Napoca and into Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, then the flight time is around 23h 45m.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Romania to South Africa?

Qatar Airways is the most popular carrier operating from Romania to South Africa

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Romania to South Africa?

Prices for flights from Romania to South Africa are updated daily.

How old do you have to be to fly from Romania to South Africa?

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 Romania to South Africa.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to South Africa?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to South Africa may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at South Africa. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

R8 080 Cheap Flights from Romania to South Africa in 2026

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16:40 - 10:50

OTP

CPT

18h 10m

1 stop

9:25 - 0:30

CPT

OTP

15h 05m

1 stop

R12 473SWISS

Wed, Nov 18 - Wed, Nov 25

6:30 - 7:35

OTP

CPT

25h 05m

1 stop

9:25 - 0:30

CPT

OTP

15h 05m

1 stop

R12 997SWISS

Tue, Nov 17 - Wed, Nov 25

16:40 - 10:50

OTP

CPT

18h 10m

1 stop

9:25 - 0:30

CPT

OTP

15h 05m

1 stop

R13 702SWISS

Wed, Nov 18 - Wed, Nov 25

10:40 - 4:00

OTP

JNB

18h 20m

1 stop

19:25 - 1:20

JNB

OTP

28h 55m

1 stop

R14 653Multiple Airlines

Thu, Sep 17 - Thu, Oct 1

20:20 - 4:00

OTP

JNB

32h 40m

2 stops

20:55 - 0:25

JNB

OTP

26h 30m

2 stops

R14 915Multiple Airlines

Thu, Sep 24 - Thu, Oct 1

16:25 - 10:20

OTP

JNB

18h 55m

1 stop

18:50 - 15:50

JNB

OTP

20h 00m

1 stop

R15 112Air France

Thu, Sep 17 - Wed, Sep 30

17:10 - 4:00

OTP

JNB

35h 50m

1 stop

20:55 - 14:15

JNB

OTP

16h 20m

1 stop

R15 423Qatar Airways

Thu, Sep 24 - Thu, Oct 1

17:10 - 9:10

OTP

JNB

17h 00m

1 stop

14:05 - 7:45

JNB

OTP

16h 40m

1 stop

R15 767Qatar Airways

Mon, Sep 14 - Fri, Oct 2

21:05 - 9:40

CLJ

JNB

37h 35m

2 stops

13:30 - 9:05

JNB

CLJ

42h 35m

2 stops

R15 915Turkish Airlines

Thu, Jul 30 - Tue, Aug 11

9:55 - 9:40

CLJ

JNB

24h 45m

2 stops

13:30 - 9:05

JNB

CLJ

42h 35m

2 stops

R16 128Turkish Airlines

Thu, Jul 30 - Tue, Aug 11

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Air France flights from Romania to South Africa

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Air France

Sept 17

OTP16:25Bucharest Otopeni Intl

18h 55m

1 stop

JNB10:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sept 30

JNB18:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

20h 00m

1 stop

OTP15:50Bucharest Otopeni Intl

R15 112

Air France

Nov 25

OTP15:55Bucharest Otopeni Intl

37h 55m

1 stop

CPT5:50Cape Town Intl

Dec 6

CPT7:55Cape Town Intl

31h 55m

1 stop

OTP15:50Bucharest Otopeni Intl

R15 226

Air France

Nov 25

OTP15:55Bucharest Otopeni Intl

37h 55m

1 stop

CPT5:50Cape Town Intl

Dec 6

CPT7:55Cape Town Intl

31h 55m

1 stop

OTP15:50Bucharest Otopeni Intl

R15 259

Turkish Airlines flights from Romania to South Africa

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Turkish Airlines

Jul 30

CLJ21:05Cluj Napoca

37h 35m

2 stops

JNB9:40Johannesburg OR Tambo

Aug 11

JNB13:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

42h 35m

2 stops

CLJ9:05Cluj Napoca

R15 915

Turkish Airlines

Jul 30

CLJ9:55Cluj Napoca

24h 45m

2 stops

JNB9:40Johannesburg OR Tambo

Aug 11

JNB13:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

42h 35m

2 stops

CLJ9:05Cluj Napoca

R16 128

Turkish Airlines

Jul 30

CLJ9:55Cluj Napoca

24h 45m

2 stops

JNB9:40Johannesburg OR Tambo

Aug 11

JNB13:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

42h 35m

2 stops

CLJ9:05Cluj Napoca

R16 177

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BucharestCape Town

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Wed 18/11

16:40-10:50

1 stop18h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 25/11

9:25-0:30

1 stop15h 05m

R12 473

BucharestCape Town

OTP - CPT

OTPCPT

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Tue 17/11

6:30-7:35

1 stop25h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 25/11

9:25-0:30

1 stop15h 05m

R12 997

BucharestCape Town

OTP - CPT

OTPCPT

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Wed 18/11

16:40-10:50

1 stop18h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 25/11

9:25-0:30

1 stop15h 05m

R13 702

BucharestJohannesburg

OTP - JNB

OTPJNB

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Thu 17/9

10:40-4:00

1 stop18h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 1/10

19:25-1:20

1 stop28h 55m

R14 653

BucharestJohannesburg

OTP - JNB

OTPJNB

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Thu 24/9

20:20-4:00

2 stops32h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 1/10

20:55-0:25

2 stops26h 30m

R14 915

BucharestJohannesburg

OTP - JNB

OTPJNB

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Thu 17/9

16:25-10:20

1 stop18h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 30/9

18:50-15:50

1 stop20h 00m

R15 112

BucharestJohannesburg

OTP - JNB

OTPJNB

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Thu 24/9

17:10-4:00

1 stop35h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 1/10

20:55-14:15

1 stop16h 20m

R15 423

BucharestJohannesburg

OTP - JNB

OTPJNB

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Mon 14/9

17:10-9:10

1 stop17h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 2/10

14:05-7:45

1 stop16h 40m

R15 767

Cluj NapocaJohannesburg

CLJ - JNB

CLJJNB

Cluj Napoca

Thu 30/7

21:05-9:40

2 stops37h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 11/8

13:30-9:05

2 stops42h 35m

R15 915

Cluj NapocaJohannesburg

CLJ - JNB

CLJJNB

Cluj Napoca

Thu 30/7

9:55-9:40

2 stops24h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 11/8

13:30-9:05

2 stops42h 35m

R16 128

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What is the cheapest month to fly to South Africa?

The cheapest month to fly to South Africa from Romania is in June. Flight prices, which tend to average around R3 081, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you don’t want to visit South Africa in June, then you should wait until December to fly from Romania, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of R3 573.

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Fastest flight time	16h 40m
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The fastest flight from Romania to South Africa takes 16h 40m

There are no direct flights from Romania to South Africa. There are no popular flight routes from Romania to South Africa.

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Romania to South Africa

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Romania to South Africa?
Prices for flights from Romania to South Africa are updated daily.
How old do you have to be to fly from Romania to South Africa?
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 Romania to South Africa.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to South Africa?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to South Africa may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at South Africa. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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