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Cheap flights from Cape Town to Budapest from R6 977

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 22/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — BUD
May 17 — May 241
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Cape Town to Budapest
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Cape Town to Budapest. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 17 April 2026.

Fri 18/919:30
CPT
-
BUD
1 stop18h 20m
Qatar Airways
Thu 24/916:05
BUD
-
CPT
1 stop18h 10m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 12/4R13 266
Sun 21/613:15
CPT
-
BUD
1 stop17h 50m
Qatar Airways
Fri 26/610:00
BUD
-
CPT
1 stop24h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 13/4R13 512
Sun 7/616:35
CPT
-
BUD
1 stop27h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Sun 14/620:30
BUD
-
CPT
1 stop15h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 14/4R13 528
Sun 7/616:35
CPT
-
BUD
2 stops24h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 14/613:50
BUD
-
CPT
2 stops22h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 14/4R13 544
Thu 28/519:30
CPT
-
BUD
2 stops27h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 4/66:20
BUD
-
CPT
2 stops30h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 13/4R13 839
Mon 15/616:35
CPT
-
BUD
1 stop20h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Thu 18/69:00
BUD
-
CPT
1 stop26h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 16/4R14 052
Fri 24/713:15
CPT
-
BUD
1 stop24h 35m
Qatar Airways
Wed 29/710:00
BUD
-
CPT
1 stop31h 30m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 13/4R14 216
Wed 21/1019:30
CPT
-
BUD
1 stop18h 20m
Qatar Airways
Fri 20/119:30
BUD
-
CPT
1 stop24h 00m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 14/4R14 232
Fri 29/519:30
CPT
-
BUD
2 stops28h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 5/68:25
BUD
-
CPT
2 stops28h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 14/4R14 249
Sun 31/519:30
CPT
-
BUD
2 stops27h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 7/66:05
BUD
-
CPT
2 stops30h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 16/4R14 363
Sun 7/616:35
CPT
-
BUD
1 stop27h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 17/614:10
BUD
-
CPT
1 stop21h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 17/4R14 674

Find flight deals from Cape Town to Budapest

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Cape Town (CPT) to Budapest (BUD). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 17 April 2026.

Round-trip from

R13 462

One-way from

R6 977

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

November

Average price

R12 873
4/5-10/5
  • 4/5-10/5
  • 4 total stops
  • 61h 40m total
  • Cape Town to Budapest
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22/5
  • 22/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 28h 00m total
  • Cape Town to Budapest
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price (R12 996 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R4 266 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Cape Town to Budapest that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 17 April 2026.
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Cape TownBudapest

CPT - BUD

CPTBUD

Cape Town Intl

Mon 4/5

19:30-22:45

2 stops27h 15m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Sun 10/5

11:05-21:30

2 stops34h 25m

R13 462

Cape TownBudapest

CPT - BUD

CPTBUD

Cape Town Intl

Mon 15/6

16:35-13:15

1 stop20h 40m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Thu 18/6

9:00-11:50

1 stop26h 50m

R14 052

Cape TownBudapest

CPT - BUD

CPTBUD

Cape Town Intl

Sun 7/6

16:35-19:35

1 stop27h 00m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Wed 17/6

14:10-11:50

1 stop21h 40m

R14 674

Cape TownBudapest

CPT - BUD

CPTBUD

Cape Town Intl

Fri 29/5

19:30-22:50

2 stops27h 20m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Fri 5/6

18:15-12:55

3 stops42h 40m

R14 822

Cape TownBudapest

CPT - BUD

CPTBUD

Cape Town Intl

Sun 31/5

13:15-13:55

1 stop24h 40m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Sun 7/6

16:05-16:40

1 stop24h 35m

R14 838
Fastest return journey

Cape TownBudapest

CPT - BUD

CPTBUD

Cape Town Intl

Thu 6/8

16:35-13:15

1 stop20h 40m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Thu 10/9

20:30-11:50

1 stop15h 20m

R17 164

Cape TownBudapest

CPT - BUD

CPTBUD

Cape Town Intl

Thu 14/5

13:15-13:55

1 stop24h 40m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Mon 18/5

22:40-11:30

1 stop36h 50m

R17 426

Cape TownBudapest

CPT - BUD

CPTBUD

Cape Town Intl

Mon 15/6

15:20-1:10

2 stops33h 50m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Thu 18/6

7:35-14:35

2 stops31h 00m

R17 459
Cheapest one-way

Cape TownBudapest

CPT - BUD

CPTBUD

Cape Town Intl

Fri 22/5

19:30-23:30

2 stops28h 00m

R6 977

Cape TownBudapest

CPT - BUD

CPTBUD

Cape Town Intl

Wed 15/7

16:35-19:35

1 stop27h 00m

R7 321

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Best time to book a flight from Cape Town to Budapest

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Cape Town to Budapest

How far ahead should I book a flight from Cape Town to Budapest?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Cape Town to Budapest. Price data was last updated on 10 April 2026.

The best time to book flights from Cape Town to Budapest is 46 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Cape Town to Budapest?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Budapest (average of R11 464). Flying from Cape Town to Budapest in July is currently the most expensive (average of R16 541). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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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 17 April 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Cape Town to Budapest, such as Emirates,KLM, andQatar Airways. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 559 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2026

DXB - YUL

My mom came with assistance and she said it was a good trip
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 559 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 559 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2026

DXB - YUL

My mom came with assistance and she said it was a good trip
KLM
7,8
Good
1 502 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 559 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2026

DXB - YUL

My mom came with assistance and she said it was a good trip
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 730 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 559 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2026

DXB - YUL

My mom came with assistance and she said it was a good trip
Turkish Airlines
7,3
Good
4 306 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 559 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2026

DXB - YUL

My mom came with assistance and she said it was a good trip
Lufthansa
6,8
Okay
7 930 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 559 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2026

DXB - YUL

My mom came with assistance and she said it was a good trip

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Cape Town to Budapest. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Cape Town to Budapest?

    Departing from Cape Town to Budapest will take you 20h 40m. Airlines will cover a distance of 9046 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Cape Town to Budapest round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Cape Town to Budapest is KLM. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as R10 095 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Turkish Airlines and Lufthansa, starting at R11 083 and R11 901 round-trip. KLM is priced at 26% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Cape Town to Budapest that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Cape Town to Budapest flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Cape Town to Budapest?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Cape Town to Budapest.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Cape Town to Budapest?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Cape Town to Budapest by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Cape Town to Budapest?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Budapest (average of R11 464). Flying from Cape Town to Budapest in July is currently the most expensive (average of R16 541). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Fly from Cape Town to Budapest on these airlines

Choose from the following airlines for your flight from Cape Town to Budapest. Flights are based on user searches made on Cheapflights and were last updated on 17 April 2026.
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Top 7 airlines flying from Cape Town to Budapest

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Cape Town to Budapest. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 17 April 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
KLMCheapestR10 095AverageR12 186FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR11 083AverageR12 088FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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LufthansaCheapestR11 901AverageR16 555FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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British AirwaysCheapestR12 108AverageR13 465FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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SWISSCheapestR12 627AverageR14 592FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR12 694AverageR16 422FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapestR14 943AverageR16 941FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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