Which airlines fly to Bucharest?

Turkish Airlines, Qatar Airways and Lufthansa are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Bucharest from South Africa according to our data. Turkish Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 53% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Bucharest. Keep in mind that there are 3 different airlines that fly to Bucharest on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How long does it take to fly to Bucharest?

On average, it takes 16h to fly from South Africa to Bucharest if you fly out of Cape Town (the most popular airport in South Africa) and into Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport (the most popular airport in Bucharest). If you’re flying out of Johannesburg and into Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport, then the flight time is around 17h 05m.

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

SWISS is the most popular carrier operating from South Africa to Bucharest

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

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

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

As of November 2026, there are 3 operators available to choose from for flights from South Africa to Bucharest.

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

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from South Africa to Bucharest.

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

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Bucharest 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 Bucharest. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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12:35 - 6:40CPT Cape Town Intl-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl

18h 05m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

17:10 - 17:20OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

25h 10m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

R11 631Qatar Airways

Fri, Mar 12 - Wed, Apr 28

0:20 - 14:15JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl

13h 55m1 stop Istanbul

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

19h 25m1 stop Istanbul

R11 897Turkish Airlines

Sun, Nov 29 - Mon, Dec 7

8:30 - 14:10CPT Cape Town Intl-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl

29h 40m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle

18:10 - 21:25OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

28h 15m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

R12 013Multiple Airlines

Fri, Mar 12 - Thu, Apr 29

8:30 - 14:10CPT Cape Town Intl-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl

29h 40m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle

14:00 - 21:25OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

32h 25m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

R12 013Multiple Airlines

Sat, Mar 13 - Thu, Apr 29

8:30 - 14:10CPT Cape Town Intl-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl

29h 40m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle

16:50 - 21:25OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

29h 35m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

R12 013Multiple Airlines

Sat, Mar 13 - Wed, Apr 28

12:35 - 6:40CPT Cape Town Intl-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl

18h 05m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

10:40 - 10:15OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

24h 35m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

R12 661Qatar Airways

Fri, Mar 12 - Sat, May 1

12:35 - 6:40CPT Cape Town Intl-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl

18h 05m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

17:10 - 17:20OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

25h 10m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

R13 077Qatar Airways

Fri, Mar 12 - Mon, Apr 26

12:35 - 6:40CPT Cape Town Intl-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl

18h 05m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

17:10 - 17:20OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

25h 10m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

R13 077Qatar Airways

Fri, Mar 12 - Sun, Apr 25

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

19h 25m1 stop Istanbul

15:55 - 22:40OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

31h 45m1 stop Istanbul

R13 210Turkish Airlines

Fri, Mar 26 - Tue, Mar 30

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

19h 25m1 stop Istanbul

15:55 - 22:40OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

31h 45m1 stop Istanbul

R13 276Turkish Airlines

Fri, Mar 26 - Tue, Mar 30

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Emirates

Nov 12

CPT13:40Cape Town Intl

17h 20m

1 stop

OTP7:00Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Nov 26

OTP23:05Bucharest Otopeni Intl

17h 40m

1 stop

CPT16:45Cape Town Intl

R18 926

Emirates

Dec 17

JNB10:10Johannesburg OR Tambo

20h 50m

1 stop

OTP7:00Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Dec 24

OTP8:00Bucharest Otopeni Intl

21h 35m

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R23 728

Emirates

Dec 16

JNB18:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

17h 50m

1 stop

OTP12:40Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Dec 23

OTP8:00Bucharest Otopeni Intl

36h 30m

1 stop

JNB20:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

R24 209

Turkish Airlines flights from South Africa to Bucharest

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Turkish Airlines

Nov 29

JNB0:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

13h 55m

1 stop

OTP14:15Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Dec 7

OTP15:35Bucharest Otopeni Intl

19h 25m

1 stop

JNB11:00Johannesburg OR Tambo

R11 897

Turkish Airlines

Mar 26

JNB18:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

19h 25m

1 stop

OTP14:15Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Mar 30

OTP15:55Bucharest Otopeni Intl

31h 45m

1 stop

JNB22:40Johannesburg OR Tambo

R13 210

Turkish Airlines

Mar 25

CPT17:15Cape Town Intl

21h 00m

1 stop

OTP14:15Bucharest Otopeni Intl

May 27

OTP12:50Bucharest Otopeni Intl

35h 30m

1 stop

CPT23:20Cape Town Intl

R13 276

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12:35-6:40

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R11 897

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1 stop29h 40m

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14:00-21:25

1 stop32h 25m

R12 013

Cape TownBucharest

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Sat 13/3

8:30-14:10

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R12 013

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Fri 12/3

12:35-6:40

1 stop18h 05m

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10:40-10:15

1 stop24h 35m

R12 661

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CPT Cape Town Intl - OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl

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12:35-6:40

1 stop18h 05m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

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1 stop25h 10m

R13 077

Cape TownBucharest

CPT Cape Town Intl - OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl

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Cape Town Intl

Fri 12/3

12:35-6:40

1 stop18h 05m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Sun 25/4

17:10-17:20

1 stop25h 10m

R13 077

JohannesburgBucharest

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl

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Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 26/3

18:50-14:15

1 stop19h 25m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Tue 30/3

15:55-22:40

1 stop31h 45m

R13 210

JohannesburgBucharest

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl

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Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 26/3

18:50-14:15

1 stop19h 25m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Tue 30/3

15:55-22:40

1 stop31h 45m

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Bucharest?

The cheapest month to fly to Bucharest from South Africa is in November. Flight prices, which tend to average around R11 914, 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 South Africa during May instead. Flights to Bucharest in May, while not as cheap as those in November, still average around R11 997.

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from South Africa to Bucharest?
Prices for flights from South Africa to Bucharest are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from South Africa to Bucharest?
As of November 2026, there are 3 operators available to choose from for flights from South Africa to Bucharest.
How old do you have to be to fly from South Africa to Bucharest?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from South Africa to Bucharest.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Bucharest?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Bucharest 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 Bucharest. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom R9 915	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 4 467 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom R10 369	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 3 711 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom R10 746	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,8 8 299 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights

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