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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Bucharest from R9 876

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 17/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — BUH
Jan 19 — Jan 261
1 adult

The best prices from Johannesburg to Bucharest are usually found in November or February, booked 72 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap 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 14 January 2025.

Round-trip from

R9 876

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

November

Average price

R16 715
SWISS
  • SWISS
  • 17/2-24/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 46h 05m total
  • Johannesburg to Bucharest
High demand for flights, 1% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 1% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in January 2025

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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 14 January 2025.

Mon 17/219:35JNB - OTP
1 stop23h 05mMultiple Airlines
Tue 25/216:40OTP - JNB
1 stop17h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/1R9 876
Mon 17/219:35JNB - OTP
2 stops16h 35mLufthansa
Mon 24/214:35OTP - JNB
2 stops16h 30mLufthansa
Deal found 13/1R10 869
Thu 22/519:00JNB - OTP
2 stops22h 05mAustrian Airlines
Thu 12/69:50OTP - JNB
2 stops23h 45mAustrian Airlines
Deal found 13/1R11 653
Mon 17/222:20JNB - OTP
1 stop15h 30mEmirates
Mon 24/23:35OTP - JNB
1 stop30h 50mEmirates
Deal found 13/1R15 874
Sun 16/21:15JNB - OTP
2 stops23h 25mKenya Airways
Tue 25/213:40OTP - JNB
2 stops45h 15mKenya Airways
Deal found 13/1R17 823
Wed 26/23:10JNB - OTP
2 stops27h 40mRwandAir
Thu 6/316:50OTP - JNB
2 stops21h 30mRwandAir
Deal found 13/1R19 580
Thu 22/518:35JNB - OTP
3 stops36h 05mQatar Airways
Thu 12/617:30OTP - JNB
2 stops23h 35mQatar Airways
Deal found 13/1R22 178

Find flights from Johannesburg to Bucharest within your budget

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 14 January 2025.

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JohannesburgBucharest

JNB - OTP

JNBOTP

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 17/2

19:35-13:45

1 stop18h 10m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Mon 24/2

6:30-10:25

1 stop27h 55m

R9 876

JohannesburgBucharest

JNB - OTP

JNBOTP

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 17/2

19:35-12:10

2 stops16h 35m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Mon 24/2

14:35-7:05

2 stops16h 30m

R10 869

JohannesburgBucharest

JNB - OTP

JNBOTP

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 17/2

22:20-13:50

1 stop15h 30m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Mon 24/2

3:35-10:25

1 stop30h 50m

R15 874

JohannesburgBucharest

JNB - OTP

JNBOTP

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 16/2

1:15-0:40

2 stops23h 25m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Tue 25/2

13:40-10:55

2 stops45h 15m

R17 823

JohannesburgBucharest

JNB - OTP

JNBOTP

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 27/2

19:35-23:50

2 stops28h 15m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Thu 6/3

19:10-9:30

2 stops38h 20m

R19 542

JohannesburgBucharest

JNB - OTP

JNBOTP

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 26/2

3:10-6:50

2 stops27h 40m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Thu 6/3

16:50-14:20

2 stops21h 30m

R19 580

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Deals found on 13/1

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Travel insights for flights from Johannesburg to Bucharest

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Johannesburg to Bucharest including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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 January 2025.

The best time to book flights from Johannesburg to Bucharest is 51 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 time of day to fly from JNB to BUH?

Find hourly flight availability from Johannesburg to Bucharest. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 14 January 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Johannesburg to Bucharest is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 9% on airfare.

Rainfall in Bucharest by month

Plan your trip to Bucharest by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Bucharest ranges from 20.0 - 80.0 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 80.0 mm. October is typically the driest time to visit Bucharest when rainfall is around 20.0 mm.

Temperature in Bucharest by month

Plan your trip to Bucharest by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Bucharest, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 22.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around -1.0 C).

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 14 January 2025.
8,1
Very Good
3 343 reviews

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

8,1
Very Good
3 343 reviews
8,1
Very Good
3 343 reviews

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

7,6
Good
782 reviews
8,1
Very Good
3 343 reviews

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

7,1
Good
27 reviews
8,1
Very Good
3 343 reviews

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

6,8
Okay
7 086 reviews
8,1
Very Good
3 343 reviews

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

6,7
Okay
275 reviews
8,1
Very Good
3 343 reviews

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

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.
  • 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 869 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Emirates and Kenya Airways, starting at R15 874 and R17 823 round-trip. These flights start at 25% 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.

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