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R6 788+ Cheap flights to Budapest

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— BUD
Feb 23 — Mar 21
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 24 January 2026.

Thu 5/219:45
JNB
-
BUD
1 stop16h 45m
Brussels Airlines
Wed 18/218:45
BUD
-
JNB
1 stop13h 45m
Brussels Airlines
Deal found 24/1R10 449
Sun 8/323:59
JNB
-
BUD
1 stop36h 16m
KLM
Sun 15/313:25
BUD
-
JNB
1 stop31h 40m
KLM
Deal found 21/1R10 465
Wed 11/319:05
JNB
-
BUD
1 stop14h 10m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 17/314:00
BUD
-
JNB
1 stop19h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 23/1R10 497
Thu 22/123:59
JNB
-
BUD
1 stop17h 11m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 30/118:10
BUD
-
JNB
1 stop17h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 22/1R10 610
Thu 12/223:59
JNB
-
BUD
1 stop36h 16m
KLM
Sun 1/36:30
BUD
-
JNB
1 stop14h 35m
KLM
Deal found 24/1R10 674
Fri 22/518:00
JNB
-
BUD
1 stop19h 15m
Turkish Airlines
Fri 29/520:30
BUD
-
JNB
1 stop14h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 21/1R10 707
Sun 8/223:59
JNB
-
BUD
1 stop24h 11m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 18/212:40
BUD
-
JNB
1 stop22h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 23/1R10 723
Wed 11/219:20
JNB
-
BUD
1 stop17h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 2/317:05
BUD
-
JNB
1 stop28h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 24/1R10 771
Mon 9/221:45
JNB
-
BUD
1 stop18h 15m
Egyptair
Sun 1/316:00
BUD
-
JNB
1 stop14h 10m
Egyptair
Deal found 24/1R11 029
Fri 22/58:45
JNB
-
BUD
1 stop14h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 29/512:20
BUD
-
JNB
2 stops20h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 21/1R11 045

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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 24 January 2026.

Return from

R10 449

One-way from

R6 788

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R11 239
Brussels Airlines
  • Brussels Airlines
  • 5/2-18/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 30h 30m total
  • Johannesburg to Budapest
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22/6
  • 22/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 30h 45m total
  • Johannesburg to Budapest
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price (R1 282 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R207 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Johannesburg

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgBudapest

JNB - BUD

JNBBUD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 8/3

23:59-11:15

1 stop36h 16m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Sun 15/3

13:25-22:05

1 stop31h 40m

R10 465

JohannesburgBudapest

JNB - BUD

JNBBUD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 11/3

19:05-8:15

1 stop14h 10m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Tue 17/3

14:00-10:50

1 stop19h 50m

R10 497

JohannesburgBudapest

JNB - BUD

JNBBUD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 22/5

18:00-13:15

1 stop19h 15m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Fri 29/5

20:30-10:30

1 stop14h 00m

R10 707

JohannesburgBudapest

JNB - BUD

JNBBUD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 8/2

23:59-23:10

1 stop24h 11m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Wed 18/2

12:40-12:10

1 stop22h 30m

R10 723

JohannesburgBudapest

JNB - BUD

JNBBUD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/2

19:45-11:30

1 stop16h 45m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Wed 18/2

6:20-9:30

2 stops26h 10m

R10 900

JohannesburgBudapest

JNB - BUD

JNBBUD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 22/5

8:45-23:30

1 stop14h 45m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Fri 29/5

12:20-8:35

2 stops20h 15m

R11 045

JohannesburgBudapest

JNB - BUD

JNBBUD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 12/2

19:45-9:20

1 stop14h 35m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Mon 2/3

17:00-7:05

1 stop13h 05m

R11 126

JohannesburgBudapest

JNB - BUD

JNBBUD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 16/4

17:50-19:35

1 stop25h 45m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Tue 21/4

14:10-10:30

1 stop20h 20m

R11 126

JohannesburgBudapest

JNB - BUD

JNBBUD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 8/2

23:59-11:15

1 stop36h 16m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Wed 18/2

12:10-12:10

2 stops23h 00m

R11 239

JohannesburgBudapest

JNB - BUD

JNBBUD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 13/2

20:15-22:45

1 stop27h 30m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Mon 2/3

14:55-10:30

1 stop18h 35m

R11 287

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Best time to book a flight to Budapest

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Budapest

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Johannesburg to Budapest. Price data was last updated on 23 January 2026.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight to Budapest, you should look to book at least 82 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.

How long is the flight to Budapest?

On average, a flight from Johannesburg to Budapest takes 14 hours 10 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, British Airways and Qatar Airways.

Turkish Airlines
Turkish Airlines
From R10 511
Qatar Airways
Qatar Airways
From R11 238
British Airways
British Airways
From R10 328
Emirates
Emirates
From R13 752

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Budapest?

The cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Budapest are SWISS, Lufthansa and Air France.

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).

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 24 January 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines serving Hungary, such as SWISS, Qatar Airways, andTurkish Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
SWISS
7,5
Good
1 859 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,7

Crew

8,3

Food

7,1

Entertainment

6,8

Overall

7,5

Comfort

7,4

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Henriette,Dec 2025

FRA - GVA

My experience as a first time Flyer wasfinr except that both times when I flew to Frankfurt and also back to ORTambo my baggage go delayed. That was a bit of an awkward experience. Inve I can understand but twice I knew that I used connecting flights but who that happened to my my bag is really a bit out of the ordinary Although I must say the service to found my bag in Frankfurt was really excellent. Now I am waiting for my baggage to be send to my home airport Bram Fiacher in Bloemfontein. Hope I get it also so soon.
SWISS
7,5
Good
1 859 reviews
SWISS
7,5
Good
1 859 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,7

Crew

8,3

Food

7,1

Entertainment

6,8

Overall

7,5

Comfort

7,4

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Henriette,Dec 2025

FRA - GVA

My experience as a first time Flyer wasfinr except that both times when I flew to Frankfurt and also back to ORTambo my baggage go delayed. That was a bit of an awkward experience. Inve I can understand but twice I knew that I used connecting flights but who that happened to my my bag is really a bit out of the ordinary Although I must say the service to found my bag in Frankfurt was really excellent. Now I am waiting for my baggage to be send to my home airport Bram Fiacher in Bloemfontein. Hope I get it also so soon.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 730 reviews
SWISS
7,5
Good
1 859 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,7

Crew

8,3

Food

7,1

Entertainment

6,8

Overall

7,5

Comfort

7,4

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Henriette,Dec 2025

FRA - GVA

My experience as a first time Flyer wasfinr except that both times when I flew to Frankfurt and also back to ORTambo my baggage go delayed. That was a bit of an awkward experience. Inve I can understand but twice I knew that I used connecting flights but who that happened to my my bag is really a bit out of the ordinary Although I must say the service to found my bag in Frankfurt was really excellent. Now I am waiting for my baggage to be send to my home airport Bram Fiacher in Bloemfontein. Hope I get it also so soon.
Turkish Airlines
7,3
Good
4 207 reviews
SWISS
7,5
Good
1 859 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,7

Crew

8,3

Food

7,1

Entertainment

6,8

Overall

7,5

Comfort

7,4

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Henriette,Dec 2025

FRA - GVA

My experience as a first time Flyer wasfinr except that both times when I flew to Frankfurt and also back to ORTambo my baggage go delayed. That was a bit of an awkward experience. Inve I can understand but twice I knew that I used connecting flights but who that happened to my my bag is really a bit out of the ordinary Although I must say the service to found my bag in Frankfurt was really excellent. Now I am waiting for my baggage to be send to my home airport Bram Fiacher in Bloemfontein. Hope I get it also so soon.
Lufthansa
6,8
Okay
7 746 reviews
SWISS
7,5
Good
1 859 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,7

Crew

8,3

Food

7,1

Entertainment

6,8

Overall

7,5

Comfort

7,4

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Henriette,Dec 2025

FRA - GVA

My experience as a first time Flyer wasfinr except that both times when I flew to Frankfurt and also back to ORTambo my baggage go delayed. That was a bit of an awkward experience. Inve I can understand but twice I knew that I used connecting flights but who that happened to my my bag is really a bit out of the ordinary Although I must say the service to found my bag in Frankfurt was really excellent. Now I am waiting for my baggage to be send to my home airport Bram Fiacher in Bloemfontein. Hope I get it also so soon.
British Airways
6,7
Okay
7 696 reviews
SWISS
7,5
Good
1 859 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,7

Crew

8,3

Food

7,1

Entertainment

6,8

Overall

7,5

Comfort

7,4

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Henriette,Dec 2025

FRA - GVA

My experience as a first time Flyer wasfinr except that both times when I flew to Frankfurt and also back to ORTambo my baggage go delayed. That was a bit of an awkward experience. Inve I can understand but twice I knew that I used connecting flights but who that happened to my my bag is really a bit out of the ordinary Although I must say the service to found my bag in Frankfurt was really excellent. Now I am waiting for my baggage to be send to my home airport Bram Fiacher in Bloemfontein. Hope I get it also so soon.

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, SWISS 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 R332, while return flights cost around R914.

  • How much is a return flight to Budapest?

    A return flight to Budapest will typically cost around R1 045, however they can be found for as little as R914.

  • 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 10 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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