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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best round-trip flight from Bucharest to Johannesburg? If you want to travel next month, round-trip fares start from $738. Find the lowest prices on one-way and round-trip tickets right here.

Johannesburg.$627 per passenger.Departing Tue, Apr 14, returning Mon, Apr 27.Round-trip flight with Wizz Air Malta and Air Algerie.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air Malta, departing from Bucharest Otopeni on Tue, Apr 14, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound indirect flight with Air Algerie, departing from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Mon, Apr 27, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Price includes taxes and charges.From $627, select.

Johannesburg.$666 per passenger.Departing Fri, Jul 17, returning Sat, Aug 1.Round-trip flight with Wizz Air Malta and Air Algerie.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air Malta, departing from Bucharest Otopeni on Fri, Jul 17, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound indirect flight with Air Algerie, departing from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Sat, Aug 1, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Price includes taxes and charges.From $666, select.

Johannesburg.$690 per passenger.Departing Sat, Feb 28, returning Sat, Mar 7.Round-trip flight with Wizz Air Malta and Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air Malta, departing from Bucharest Otopeni on Sat, Feb 28, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departing from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Sat, Mar 7, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Price includes taxes and charges.From $690, select.

Johannesburg.$714 per passenger.Departing Mon, Mar 23, returning Mon, Mar 30.Round-trip flight with FlyOne (Romania) and Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with FlyOne (Romania), departing from Bucharest Otopeni on Mon, Mar 23, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departing from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Mon, Mar 30, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Price includes taxes and charges.From $714, select.

Johannesburg.$727 per passenger.Departing Fri, Jan 30, returning Tue, Feb 10.Round-trip flight with Wizz Air Malta and Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air Malta, departing from Bucharest Otopeni on Fri, Jan 30, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departing from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Tue, Feb 10, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Price includes taxes and charges.From $727, select.

Johannesburg.$731 per passenger.Departing Sat, May 9, returning Mon, May 18.Round-trip flight with Ryanair and Air Algerie.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departing from Bucharest Otopeni on Sat, May 9, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound indirect flight with Air Algerie, departing from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Mon, May 18, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Price includes taxes and charges.From $731, select.

Johannesburg.$733 per passenger.Departing Fri, May 29, returning Sat, Jun 6.Round-trip flight with Wizz Air Malta and Air Algerie.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air Malta, departing from Bucharest Otopeni on Fri, May 29, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound indirect flight with Air Algerie, departing from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Sat, Jun 6, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Price includes taxes and charges.From $733, select.

Johannesburg.$738 per passenger.Departing Tue, Feb 3, returning Mon, Feb 9.Round-trip flight with Wizz Air Malta and Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air Malta, departing from Bucharest Otopeni on Tue, Feb 3, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departing from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Mon, Feb 9, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Price includes taxes and charges.From $738, select.

Johannesburg.$775 per passenger.Departing Thu, Mar 26, returning Sat, Apr 4.Round-trip flight with Wizz Air Malta and Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air Malta, departing from Bucharest Otopeni on Thu, Mar 26, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departing from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Sat, Apr 4, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Price includes taxes and charges.From $775, select.

Johannesburg.$797 per passenger.Departing Sat, Apr 11, returning Fri, May 1.Round-trip flight with Wizz Air Malta and Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air Malta, departing from Bucharest Otopeni on Sat, Apr 11, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departing from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Fri, May 1, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Price includes taxes and charges.From $797, select.

Johannesburg.$860 per passenger.Departing Tue, Jul 14, returning Wed, Jul 22.Round-trip flight with Wizz Air Malta and Air Algerie.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air Malta, departing from Bucharest Otopeni on Tue, Jul 14, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound indirect flight with Air Algerie, departing from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Wed, Jul 22, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Price includes taxes and charges.From $860, select.

Johannesburg.$870 per passenger.Departing Tue, Jun 9, returning Fri, Jun 26.Round-trip flight with Air France and KLM.Outbound indirect flight with Air France, departing from Bucharest Otopeni on Tue, Jun 9, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound indirect flight with KLM, departing from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Fri, Jun 26, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Price includes taxes and charges.From $870, select.

Johannesburg.$905 per passenger.Departing Sat, Jan 31, returning Sun, Mar 1.Round-trip flight with Wizz Air Malta and Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air Malta, departing from Bucharest Otopeni on Sat, Jan 31, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departing from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Sun, Mar 1, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Price includes taxes and charges.From $905, select.

Johannesburg.$984 per passenger.Departing Sun, Nov 1, returning Sun, Nov 8.Round-trip flight with Wizz Air Malta and Lufthansa.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air Malta, departing from Bucharest Otopeni on Sun, Nov 1, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departing from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Sun, Nov 8, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Price includes taxes and charges.From $984, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Bucharest to Johannesburg

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Alternative Bucharest to Johannesburg routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Bucharest to Johannesburg? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Johannesburg O.R. Tambo

22km from central Johannesburg

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from $627

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Lanseria

33km from central Johannesburg

from $1,182

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Bucharest to Johannesburg: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	$627
Cheapest month to fly	April

Finding cheap flights from Bucharest to Johannesburg: Frequently asked questions

How many airports are there in Johannesburg?

There are 2 airports in Johannesburg: Johannesburg O.R. Tambo and Lanseria.

How much are round-trip flights from Bucharest to Johannesburg?

The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Bucharest to Johannesburg is $627. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

Which airlines fly direct from Bucharest to Johannesburg?

Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Bucharest to Johannesburg. But we found flights with one or more stops from $627.

How many flights are there a week from Bucharest to Johannesburg?

There are no flights flying from Bucharest to Johannesburg, as of January 2026.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Bucharest to Johannesburg?

The cheapest month to fly from Bucharest to Johannesburg is usually April.

What's the cheapest airport to fly to in Johannesburg?

If you're flying from Bucharest, the cheapest airport near Johannesburg is Johannesburg O.R. Tambo – which is 21.7 km away from the center of Johannesburg. We've found flights to this airport from $627.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Bucharest to Johannesburg on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Bucharest to Johannesburg on Tuesday, April 14, 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Bucharest to Johannesburg?

No airlines currently offer direct flights between Bucharest and Johannesburg. Most routes have one or more stops.

How can I get the best flight deal from Bucharest to Johannesburg?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Johannesburg but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

When is the best time to book flights to Johannesburg?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar, and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Johannesburg is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

What’s the weather like in Johannesburg?

In January, the average temperature is usually around 22°C. January is typically the warmest month in Johannesburg, when it usually averages around 28°C. You can expect the least rain in July. The coldest month is June, with temperatures averaging 3°C. The rainiest month is December.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly with from Bucharest to Johannesburg?

The cheapest airline that flies to Johannesburg is Wizz Air Malta.

Traveling from Bucharest to Johannesburg: what you need to know

Planning your vacation begins with figuring out where you'll leave from in Bucharest. Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) is the city's main airport, so explore your options for reserving a flight from Bucharest to Johannesburg taking off from here.
Come in for landing at O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB), the major arrival point in Johannesburg.
Bucharest and Johannesburg share the UTC+2 timezone. This means there's no time difference to consider.
Allow plenty of time to catch your Bucharest to Johannesburg flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're traveling during a peak period in general.

How to find the cheapest flights from Bucharest to Johannesburg

Booking early is often the key to locking in a cheap Bucharest to Johannesburg flight. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the nearer your departure date, the more it could cost you.
Finding cheap plane tickets from Bucharest to Johannesburg is easy if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest fares across every month and snap up an awesome deal.
Locking in a cheap flight from Bucharest to Johannesburg is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when the price has dropped.
Select your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops by using the filters. Or sort your Bucharest to Johannesburg flight results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best.'

Flying from Bucharest

Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)

Think about adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper Bucharest to Johannesburg flight. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these airports:
- Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
- Dubai Airport (DXB)
- Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
OTP is around 16 kilometers from central Bucharest. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the center, it'll take 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour 35 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Bucharest to Johannesburg? Avoid rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport:
Of all flights departing from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport, 71.27% land on time at their destination.

Arriving in Johannesburg

O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)

The distance from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to central Johannesburg is approximately 21 kilometers. It'll take you around 30 minutes to reach the center driving.
It typically takes 1 hour 10 minutes to get there on public transport.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Bucharest to Johannesburg, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these accommodation options near JNB:
Go where the road takes you with an O.R. Tambo International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Carwiz, Alamo or Green Motion and find adventure across Johannesburg and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your vehicle from O.R. Tambo International Airport around three weeks before your trip.

Lanseria International Airport (HLA)

Once your flight from Bucharest to Johannesburg has landed, you can get to the city center in about 50 minutes by car. Central Johannesburg is roughly 32 kilometers from Lanseria International Airport (HLA).
The fastest way to reach your destination is with a Lanseria International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from First - Car Rental, Tempest - Car Hire or Firefly powered by Hertz and hit the road in a heartbeat.
Get the lowest price by securing your ride from HLA four weeks in advance. You'll also have access to a greater selection of vehicles.

Best time to go to Johannesburg

It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from Bucharest to Johannesburg. July is the busiest month to travel to Johannesburg. If you like a quieter atmosphere, go in February.
Before locking in your Bucharest to Johannesburg tickets, consider the type of weather you enjoy. January is the warmest month in Johannesburg, with temperatures ranging from 15ºC (59ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
Look for cheap flights from Bucharest to Johannesburg in July if you like traveling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 4ºC (39ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF) on average.

More about Johannesburg

Once you've booked your flight from Bucharest to Johannesburg, take your pick from prime hotels that put you close to the action. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Johannesburg:
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Constitution Hill, Maboneng Precinct and Johannesburg Zoo are must-visits when exploring Johannesburg.

Explore more of South Africa

Johannesburg has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of South Africa you should also see. About 18 kilometers west of Johannesburg, a trip to Soweto will fill your itinerary to the brim. Check out popular attractions like Mjebha Park, Tutu House - Soweto tours and Go Green Go Clean.
If you're eager to discover another major destination in South Africa, consider Pretoria, about 56 kilometers north of Johannesburg. 32 Battalion Tree of Honour, Wonderpark and Viscount Memorial Wall are the start of reasons to visit.