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R6 187+ Cheap flights to Budapest

— BUD
Oct 14 — Oct 211
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to Budapest in 2026

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Cheapest flights to Budapest

Sun 27/918:35 -
1 stop27h 10m
Mon 12/1011:25 -
1 stop20h 05m
Deal found 10/9R9 185
Sun 11/1018:35 -
1 stop27h 10m
Sat 24/108:20 -
1 stop23h 30m
Deal found 12/9R9 910
Sun 18/1018:35 -
1 stop27h 10m
Sat 24/108:20 -
1 stop23h 30m
Deal found 11/9R11 118
Sun 27/912:15 -
2 stops33h 30m
Mon 12/1011:25 -
1 stop20h 05m
Deal found 10/9R11 779
Sun 18/108:20 -
2 stops26h 05m
Sat 24/1011:25 -
3 stops32h 45m
Deal found 11/9R12 020
Sun 29/1118:50 -
1 stop14h 25m
Thu 3/1220:05 -
1 stop25h 20m
Deal found 10/9R12 133
Wed 28/1020:40 -
1 stop13h 10m
Wed 4/1117:10 -
1 stop15h 45m
Deal found 13/9R12 310

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R9 185

One-way from

R6 187

Popular in

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Cheapest in

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Average price

R13 954
Condor
  • Condor
  • 27/9-12/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 47h 15m total
  • Johannesburg to Budapest
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30/9-31/12
  • 30/9-31/12
  • 2 total stops
  • 24h 45m total
  • Johannesburg to Budapest
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price (R1 292 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R161 potential savings vs. average return price).
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JohannesburgBudapest

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

JNBBUD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 30/9

9:45-10:30

2 stops24h 45m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-1:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R6 187
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgBudapest

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

JNBBUD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 30/9

14:05-13:50

1 stop23h 45m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-1:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R6 751

JohannesburgBudapest

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

JNBBUD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 23/12

17:00-20:00

2 stops28h 00m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-1:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R8 169

JohannesburgBudapest

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

JNBBUD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 27/9

18:35-21:45

1 stop27h 10m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Mon 12/10

11:25-7:30

1 stop20h 05m

R9 185

JohannesburgBudapest

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

JNBBUD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 18/10

18:35-21:45

1 stop27h 10m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Sat 24/10

8:20-7:50

1 stop23h 30m

R11 118

JohannesburgBudapest

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

JNBBUD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 18/10

8:20-10:25

2 stops26h 05m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Sat 24/10

11:25-20:10

3 stops32h 45m

R12 020

JohannesburgBudapest

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

JNBBUD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 29/11

18:50-8:15

1 stop14h 25m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Thu 3/12

20:05-22:25

1 stop25h 20m

R12 133

JohannesburgBudapest

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

JNBBUD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 28/10

20:40-8:50

1 stop13h 10m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Wed 4/11

17:10-9:55

1 stop15h 45m

R12 310

JohannesburgBudapest

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

JNBBUD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 8/10

14:05-6:40

1 stop16h 35m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Fri 16/10

10:00-9:10

1 stop23h 10m

R12 762

JohannesburgBudapest

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

JNBBUD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 24/10

8:45-23:30

1 stop14h 45m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Sat 31/10

18:35-9:40

1 stop14h 05m

R13 229

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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 14 hours 25 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 Emirates.

Turkish Airlines
Turkish Airlines
From R10 430
Qatar Airways
Qatar Airways
From R11 571
Emirates
Emirates
From R13 855
British Airways
British Airways
From R10 968

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Budapest?

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

Rainfall in Budapest 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

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 2 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

Read through reviews of airlines serving Hungary, such as Emirates,Qatar Airways, andTurkish Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 658 reviews
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Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,4

Overall

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
3 658 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 658 reviews
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Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,4

Overall

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
7,4
Good
3 733 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 658 reviews
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Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,4

Overall

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
4 470 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 658 reviews
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Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,4

Overall

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.
Lufthansa
6,8
Okay
8 221 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 658 reviews
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Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,4

Overall

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
8 220 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 658 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,4

Overall

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 R818, while return flights cost around R3 399.

  • How much is a return flight to Budapest?

    A return flight to Budapest will typically cost around R3 629, however they can be found for as little as R3 399.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Budapest depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Budapest, Johannesburg offers the quickest one-way flight (14 hours 25 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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