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Fri, 14 Feb OTP - JNB
59864R 58280R
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Fri, 18 Apr JNB - OTP
8899R 8343R
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Thu, 30 Jan JNB - OTP
Fri, 07 Feb OTP - JNB
8340R 7839R
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Sat, 25 Jan JNB - OTP
Fri, 07 Feb OTP - JNB
13020R 12230R
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Mon, 10 Feb JNB - OTP
Mon, 24 Feb OTP - JNB
8670R 8148R
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Thu, 20 Feb OTP - JNB
8345R 7842R
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Currency and cost comparison

Train Local, one-way ticket
57% Trains in Bucharest are 57% cheaper than in Johannesburg.
Johannesburg 27,5R
Bucharest 11,75R
Meal Mid-priced restaurant
3% The average meal is 3% more expensive in Bucharest than in Johannesburg.
Johannesburg 210R
Bucharest 215,46R
Exchange rate
1 ZAR = 0.26 RON
1 RON = 3.9 ZAR
Last checked on 20 January 2025
Distance: 7856 kms
Johannesburg airports
OR Tambo International Airport (JNB) How far from city centre: 1 kms
Lanseria Intl Apt (HLA) How far from city centre: 48 kms
Bucharest airports
Otopeni International (OTP) How far from city centre: 8 kms

Useful Information for Flights from Johannesburg to Bucharest

Planning a trip from Johannesburg to Bucharest? Direct flights between these cities take approximately 9h 41min, covering around 7,817 km. Booking flights to Bucharest from Johannesburg is easy with eDreams.

Time Difference between Johannesburg and Bucharest

Johannesburg is 2 hours ahead of Bucharest. Please double-check for any Daylight Savings Time changes during your travel dates to ensure you have the correct local times.

Best Time to Fly to Bucharest

Bucharest experiences hot summers and cold winters. Consider booking flights to Bucharest from Johannesburg about 64 days in advance for potentially better deals through eDreams.

Summer temperatures average between 24-29°C, while winter temperatures can drop to -1°C. Autumn offers a dry and cool climate, ideal for exploring the city. Spring is pleasant with mild temperatures. Book your flights to Bucharest from Johannesburg with eDreams today.

Johannesburg Airports

Johannesburg is served by two main passenger airports, making it easy to find flights to Bucharest from Johannesburg. Let's explore the options:

Airport Information

O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)

Located 23km east of Johannesburg city centre, O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) is the largest and busiest airport in Africa. It serves as the primary hub for South African Airways and handles numerous domestic and international flights to Bucharest from Johannesburg.

Lanseria International Airport (HLA)

A smaller airport, Lanseria International Airport (HLA), is located approximately 35km from the city centre. It provides a convenient alternative for flights to Bucharest from Johannesburg, especially for those travelling between Johannesburg, Cape Town, and Durban.

Main Airlines for this route

Here are three airlines offering flights from Johannesburg to Bucharest:

Bucharest Airports

Find your ideal flights to Bucharest from Johannesburg with eDreams. Discover the main passenger airports and plan your arrival.

Airport Information

Henri Coandă International Airport (OTP)

Bucharest's main airport, Henri Coandă International Airport (OTP), offers various facilities such as duty-free shops, restaurants, currency exchange, and car rental services. Consider booking flights to Bucharest from Johannesburg. To reach the city centre, you can use public transport, taxis, or rent a car. The 783 Express bus connects directly to the city. Taxis are readily available, and several car rental companies, including eDreams, operate at the airport, providing convenient car hire in Bucharest.

Bucharest Băneasa Aurel Vlaicu International Airport (BBU)

Serving mainly charter and low-cost carriers, BBU is smaller than OTP, located closer to the city centre. You can reach the city by bus, tram, taxi or rideshare. Book your flights to Bucharest from Johannesburg now. If you prefer to rent a car, you may check car rental companies at the airport.

What to Do and See in Bucharest

Thinking about booking flights to Bucharest from Johannesburg? Bucharest, Romania's capital, is a vibrant city steeped in history and culture. From grand architecture to bohemian cafes, there's something for everyone.

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Frequently asked questions about flights from Johannesburg to Bucharest

What are the benefits of booking flexible flight tickets?
Using the flexible flight ticket, you're guaranteed a refund or a rebooking option (without fees) in case of flight cancellations when travelling to Romania. At eDreams have you covered!
For flights from Johannesburg to Bucharest, how can I find the cheapest price?
The cheapest price for a flight from Johannesburg to Bucharest is R7839. At eDreams we use different machine learned based methodologies to find our costumers the best option available, considering airline combinations, stopovers and direct flights as well as different criteria for inbound and outbound journeys.
Is Bucharest more expensive than Johannesburg to visit?
Looking at cab fares, a ride in Bucharest costs an average of 11.75 ZAR , 41% cheaper than Johannesburg, with a fare of 20.00 ZAR, while train tickets cost 57% less at Bucharest: $ 11.75 ZAR versus $ 27.50 ZAR at Johannesburg. If you compare the price of a lunch meal, however, you can find it from 215.46 ZAR in Bucharest, 3% more than the 210.00 ZAR in Johannesburg. The price of the coffee is around 47% more expensive in Bucharest, with an average of 56.24 ZAR , while in Johannesburg the coffee costs 38.38 ZAR.
How is the weather in Bucharest compared to Johannesburg?
While in Johannesburg the temperatures can reach an average of 31.84 ºC in summer, with precipitation levels up to 6.0 mm ,Bucharest's temperatures can go up to 35.26 ºC during the hot season, with 9.0 mm average of rain rate . In winter, however, weather indicators show around -11.81 ºC in Bucharest, compared to the -0.43 ºC average degrees reported in Johannesburg. During the winter period, Johannesburg can register 0.9 mm precipitation, while Bucharest have an average of 6.0 mm rain level.

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