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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Bucharest to Cape Town? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Cape Town.Rs115,124 per passenger.Departing Tue, 10 Mar.One-way flight with Wizz Air Malta.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air Malta, departs from Bucharest Otopeni on Tue, 10 Mar, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs115,124, select.
Cape Town.Rs125,649 per passenger.Departing Thu, 7 May.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Bucharest Otopeni on Thu, 7 May, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs125,649, select.
Cape Town.Rs132,402 per passenger.Departing Fri, 8 Jan.One-way flight with Wizz Air Malta.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air Malta, departs from Bucharest Otopeni on Fri, 8 Jan, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs132,402, select.
Cape Town.Rs138,148 per passenger.Departing Thu, 2 Apr.One-way flight with AJet.Outbound indirect flight with AJet, departs from Bucharest Otopeni on Thu, 2 Apr, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs138,148, select.
Cape Town.Rs141,767 per passenger.Departing Mon, 28 Sep.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Bucharest Otopeni on Mon, 28 Sep, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs141,767, select.
Cape Town.Rs143,398 per passenger.Departing Mon, 17 Aug.One-way flight with Aegean Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Aegean Airlines, departs from Bucharest Otopeni on Mon, 17 Aug, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs143,398, select.
Cape Town.Rs144,691 per passenger.Departing Sat, 21 Feb.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Bucharest Otopeni on Sat, 21 Feb, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs144,691, select.
Cape Town.Rs151,592 per passenger.Departing Tue, 8 Dec.One-way flight with SWISS.Outbound indirect flight with SWISS, departs from Bucharest Otopeni on Tue, 8 Dec, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs151,592, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Bucharest to Cape Town

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Bucharest to Cape Town flights are currently cheapest in March.
Feb
from Rs144,691
Mar
from Rs115,124
Apr
from Rs138,148
May
from Rs125,649
Jun
from Rs153,920
Jul
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Aug
from Rs143,398
Sep
from Rs141,767
Oct
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Nov
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Dec
from Rs151,592
Jan
from Rs132,402

Bucharest to Cape Town: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Bucharest to Cape Town below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Cape Town.

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Bucharest to Cape Town: Flight information

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Cheapest flight foundRs115,124
Cheapest month to flyMarch

Finding cheap flights from Bucharest to Cape Town: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Bucharest to Cape Town is Rs207,302. 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.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Bucharest to Cape Town. But we found flights with one stop from Rs207,302.
As of February 2026, there are no flights flying from Bucharest to Cape Town.
The cheapest month to fly from Bucharest to Cape Town is usually December.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Bucharest to Cape Town Airport on Tuesday, 1 December 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Bucharest and Cape Town Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
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 Cape Town 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.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Cape Town is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
The cheapest airline that flies to Cape Town is Lufthansa .

Travelling from Bucharest to Cape Town International Airport (CPT): What you need to know

  • Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) is Bucharest's main airport. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Bucharest to Cape Town International Airport (CPT) taking off from here.

  • Cape Town's timezone is UTC+2, which is the same as Bucharest. Cape Town International Airport is located in Cape Town.

  • Leave plenty of time to make your flight from Bucharest to CPT. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • With more travellers during peak seasons, aim to be at your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international trips will allow extra time for delays.

Airports in Bucharest

Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)

  • We make it easy to find cheap flights from Bucharest to CPT that include a stopover. To explore your options departing from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Top stopovers between OTP and CPT include:

    • Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

    • Dubai Airport (DXB)

    • Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)

  • The journey from central Bucharest to OTP takes about 1 hour 35 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 21 kilometres in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic.

  • Catching an early flight from Bucharest to Cape Town International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and get some bonus sleep) by picking one of these stays near Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport:

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport, 71.27% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.

About Cape Town International Airport (CPT)

How to find the cheapest flights from Bucharest to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)

  • Rs115,124 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Bucharest to Cape Town International Airport. A return flight starts at Rs207,302. These fares may change based on demand.

  • Booking ahead of time is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Bucharest to CPT. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely pay.

  • If you have some flexibility with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across each month when searching for your Bucharest to Cape Town International Airport ticket.

  • Snapping up a cheap flight ticket from Bucharest to CPT is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as a lower fare pops up.

  • Tailor your travel plans using filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Bucharest to Cape Town International Airport.

The best time to fly from Bucharest to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)

  • April is the quietest month for flights from Bucharest to Cape Town International Airport (CPT), while June is the most popular. Figure out the best time to go to Cape Town based on whether you want a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.

  • Book a Bucharest to CPT flight ticket departing in February if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Cape Town to range from 16ºC to 27ºC.

  • If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Bucharest to Cape Town International Airport in July when temperatures are between 9ºC and 19ºC.

More about Cape Town

  • Once you've booked your flight from Bucharest to Cape Town International Airport, find a hotel that's got location and comfort covered. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Cape Town:

  • Table Mountain and Cecilia, Table Mountain are just a couple of the leading attractions to add to your Cape Town must-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at The Rock.

Explore more of South Africa

  • You've done Cape Town, now it's time to discover other parts of South Africa. Travel about 121 kilometres north-west to Saldanha to check off its popular sights. From North Head Lighthouse to Saldanha Bay Harbour and NG Kerk Saldanha, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.

  • Ceres is another standout destination in South Africa and is around 97 kilometres north-east of Cape Town. No journey is complete without visiting Ceres Mountain Fynbos Nature Reserve, Ceres Mosque and Ceres Sportgronde.

Plan the rest of your trip from Bucharest to Cape Town

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