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R11 171+ Cheap flights to Budapest

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 26/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— BUD
Jul 29 — Aug 51
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to Budapest in 2026

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Cheapest flights to Budapest
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Budapest. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 29 June 2026.

Sun 26/713:30
JNB
-
BUD
2 stops23h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 10/820:30
BUD
-
JNB
2 stops37h 10m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 29/6R11 171
Mon 20/713:30
JNB
-
BUD
2 stops23h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Fri 21/89:00
BUD
-
JNB
2 stops24h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 29/6R11 237
Thu 19/1113:30
JNB
-
BUD
2 stops30h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 23/1113:55
BUD
-
JNB
2 stops18h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 24/6R11 352
Tue 11/813:30
JNB
-
BUD
2 stops42h 35m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 18/89:00
BUD
-
JNB
2 stops24h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 28/6R11 861
Mon 20/713:30
JNB
-
BUD
2 stops23h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Fri 7/89:00
BUD
-
JNB
1 stop25h 15m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 29/6R11 943
Sun 9/813:30
JNB
-
BUD
2 stops42h 35m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 25/820:30
BUD
-
JNB
2 stops37h 10m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 25/6R12 025
Sun 27/913:30
JNB
-
BUD
2 stops30h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Sat 3/1020:30
BUD
-
JNB
2 stops37h 10m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 27/6R12 107

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Find the latest flights to Budapest in 2026, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 594 507 searches and data was last updated on 29 June 2026.

Return from

R11 122

One-way from

R23 903

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February

Average price

R13 175
Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 24/7-26/11
  • 4 total stops
  • 42h 30m total
  • Johannesburg to Budapest
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  • 12/8
  • 3 total stops
  • 45h 30m total
  • Johannesburg to Budapest
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R198 potential savings vs. average return price).
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JohannesburgBudapest

JNB - BUD

JNBBUD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 19/11

13:30-19:10

2 stops30h 40m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Mon 23/11

13:55-9:40

2 stops18h 45m

R11 352

JohannesburgBudapest

JNB - BUD

JNBBUD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 20/7

13:30-13:15

2 stops23h 45m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Fri 7/8

9:00-10:15

1 stop25h 15m

R11 943

JohannesburgBudapest

JNB - BUD

JNBBUD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 12/8

13:30-13:15

2 stops23h 45m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Wed 19/8

9:00-9:40

2 stops24h 40m

R12 025

JohannesburgBudapest

JNB - BUD

JNBBUD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 27/9

13:30-19:35

2 stops30h 05m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Sat 3/10

20:30-9:40

2 stops37h 10m

R12 107
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgBudapest

JNB - BUD

JNBBUD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 20/7

23:15-13:30

1 stop14h 15m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Fri 7/8

19:40-21:20

1 stop25h 40m

R12 452
Cheapest one-way

JohannesburgBudapest

JNB - BUD

JNBBUD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 12/8

20:45-18:15

3 stops45h 30m

R23 903

JohannesburgBudapest

JNB - BUD

JNBBUD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 14/8

21:45-14:40

3 stops40h 55m

R27 878

JohannesburgBudapest

JNB - BUD

JNBBUD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 10/8

21:45-14:40

1 stop16h 55m

R30 819

JohannesburgBudapest

JNB - BUD

JNBBUD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 13/8

17:55-18:15

2 stops24h 20m

R32 084

JohannesburgBudapest

JNB - BUD

JNBBUD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 11/8

14:05-7:05

1 stop17h 00m

R35 205

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Budapest

How long is the flight to Budapest?

On average, a flight from Johannesburg to Budapest takes 23 hours 45 minutes. Flights to Budapest from other popular cities in South Africa will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Budapest?

The most popular airlines flying from Johannesburg to Budapest are Turkish Airlines, Qatar Airways and British Airways.

Turkish Airlines
Turkish Airlines
From R10 640
Qatar Airways
Qatar Airways
From R11 772
Emirates
Emirates
From R14 126
British Airways
British Airways
From R11 256

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Budapest?

The cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Budapest are Condor, Egyptair and KLM.

Rainfall in Budapest by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Budapest ranges from 30.0 - 70.0 mm per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 70.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit Budapest when rainfall is around 30.0 mm.

Temperature in Budapest by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Budapest, 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 20.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 0.0 C).

When is the best time to book a flight to Budapest?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight to Budapest, you should look to book at least 37 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

Reviews of airlines servicing Budapest

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Budapest. 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 Budapest. Reviews last updated 29 June 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines serving Hungary, such as Emirates,KLM, andTurkish Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 601 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 601 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 601 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
KLM
7,8
Good
1 531 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 601 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Turkish Airlines
7,4
Good
4 429 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 601 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Qatar Airways
7,3
Good
3 738 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 601 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
British Airways
6,7
Okay
8 088 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 601 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

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

FAQs about flying to Budapest

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Budapest?

    For a flight to Budapest, you will be flying into Ferenc Liszt Intl. Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl (BUD) is just 16,5 km from the centre of the city.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Budapest if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Budapest on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Budapest?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Condor is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Budapest.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Budapest?

    Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Budapest. One-way flights to Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl typically cost R339, while return flights cost around R2 394.

  • How much is a return flight to Budapest?

    A return flight to Budapest will typically cost around R3 255, however they can be found for as little as R2 394.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Budapest depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Budapest, Cape Town Intl offers the quickest one-way flight (15 hours 30 minutes).

  • Does Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl?

    Yes. Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. ibis Styles Budapest Airport is the closest property to Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl (0,0 km away from Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl).

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