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Flight deals from Bucharest Otopeni to Cape Town

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Bucharest Otopeni Airport to Cape Town Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from C$1,265. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Cape Town.C$649 per passenger.Departing Sat., May 16.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Bucharest Otopeni on Sat., May 16, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$649, select.
Cape Town.C$716 per passenger.Departing Wed., Sep. 9.One-way flight with SWISS.Outbound indirect flight with SWISS, departs from Bucharest Otopeni on Wed., Sep. 9, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$716, select.
Cape Town.C$768 per passenger.Departing Sun., Dec. 6.One-way flight with Aegean Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Aegean Airlines, departs from Bucharest Otopeni on Sun., Dec. 6, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$768, select.
Cape Town.C$806 per passenger.Departing Wed., Aug. 26.One-way flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Bucharest Otopeni on Wed., Aug. 26, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$806, select.
Cape Town.C$808 per passenger.Departing Fri., Jun. 19.One-way flight with Wizz Air Malta.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air Malta, departs from Bucharest Otopeni on Fri., Jun. 19, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$808, select.
Cape Town.C$814 per passenger.Departing Mon., Nov. 30.One-way flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Bucharest Otopeni on Mon., Nov. 30, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$814, select.
Cape Town.C$833 per passenger.Departing Tue., Oct. 13.One-way flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Bucharest Otopeni on Tue., Oct. 13, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$833, select.
Cape Town.C$867 per passenger.Departing Thu., Mar. 25.One-way flight with Lufthansa.Outbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Bucharest Otopeni on Thu., Mar. 25, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$867, select.
Cape Town.C$879 per passenger.Departing Mon., Jul. 6.One-way flight with Wizz Air Malta.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air Malta, departs from Bucharest Otopeni on Mon., Jul. 6, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$879, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Bucharest Otopeni to Cape Town

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Bucharest Otopeni to Cape Town flights are currently cheapest in May.
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Bucharest to Cape Town: Flight information

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

The best price we found for a return flight from Bucharest Otopeni to Cape Town is C$1,085. 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 Otopeni to Cape Town. But we found flights with one or more stops from C$1,085.
As of May 2026, there are no flights flying from Bucharest Otopeni to Cape Town.
The cheapest month to fly from Bucharest Otopeni to Cape Town is usually September.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Bucharest Otopeni Airport to Cape Town Airport on Wednesday, September 9, 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Bucharest Otopeni Airport 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.
Currently, SWISS offers the cheapest flight tickets to Cape Town.

Traveling from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) to Cape Town International Airport (CPT): what you need to know

  • During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.

  • If you want to break up your flight from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Cape Town International Airport, think about adding a stopover. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to find a city that catches your eye. Popular stopovers on the OTP - CPT route are:

    • Charles de Gaulle Airport

    • Dubai Airport

    • Istanbul Ataturk Airport

  • To find out if you need a visa to enter South Africa, contact your carrier and the local consulate or embassy. They'll provide you with the most up-to-date information, including additional travel documents you may need after booking your cheap ticket from OTP to CPT.

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

  • The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Cape Town International Airport is C$649. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$1,085. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.

  • It's usually best to book early if you're hoping to get cheap flight tickets from OTP to CPT. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.

  • The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flight tickets from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Cape Town International Airport across every month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.

  • Finding a cheap ticket from OTP to CPT is a breeze with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as the price has fallen.

  • Play around with filters to find the perfect trip for you. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Cape Town International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.

Handy information about Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)

  • Traveling from central Bucharest to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport takes around 1 hour and 36 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 21 kilometres in 34 minutes or so, depending on traffic.

  • Need a handy hotel near OTP? If you're catching an early flight from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Cape Town International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:

Arriving at Cape Town International Airport (CPT)

Getting from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to central Cape Town

  • Cape Town International Airport to central Cape Town takes about 21 minutes in a car. It's approximately 19 kilometres away. Discover what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing services.

When to fly to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)

  • June is the most popular month for flights from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Cape Town International Airport. To escape the crowds, visit Cape Town in April.

  • The warmest month in Cape Town is February, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC and 27ºC. Book your flights from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Cape Town International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.

  • Search for cheap flight tickets from OTP to CPT in July if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 9ºC and 19ºC on average.

More about Cape Town

  • If you're looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Cape Town right here. Browse these hotels once you've booked your flight from OTP to CPT:

  • There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. Table Mountain, Battery Park @ V&A Waterfront and Robben Island are major attractions which should be on any good Cape Town itinerary.

Complete your Cape Town trip with hotels and a car rental

  • After you've secured your cheap ticket to Cape Town International Airport, explore the lowest prices and exclusive offers on hotels. You can also compare hundreds of car rental companies in one place to get the best car rental price for your Cape Town escape.

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