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Cheap flights from Cape Town to Budapest from R12 124

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 27/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — BUD
Jul 8 — Jul 151
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 8 June 2026.

Mon 27/716:35
CPT
-
BUD
1 stop15h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 11/89:00
BUD
-
CPT
1 stop26h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 7/6R12 124
Wed 15/716:35
CPT
-
BUD
1 stop15h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Fri 31/720:30
BUD
-
CPT
1 stop15h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 4/6R13 016
Sat 18/716:35
CPT
-
BUD
1 stop15h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 29/79:00
BUD
-
CPT
1 stop26h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 4/6R13 132
Sun 11/1013:15
CPT
-
BUD
1 stop17h 50m
Qatar Airways
Sun 18/1016:05
BUD
-
CPT
1 stop25h 25m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 6/6R13 529
Mon 27/723:15
CPT
-
BUD
2 stops23h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 11/819:40
BUD
-
CPT
1 stop25h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/6R13 644
Sat 18/716:35
CPT
-
BUD
1 stop15h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 28/79:00
BUD
-
CPT
1 stop26h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 4/6R13 859
Sun 19/716:35
CPT
-
BUD
1 stop20h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 29/714:10
BUD
-
CPT
1 stop21h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 4/6R13 975
Wed 22/716:35
CPT
-
BUD
1 stop15h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 5/820:30
BUD
-
CPT
1 stop15h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 7/6R14 173
Sat 18/716:35
CPT
-
BUD
1 stop20h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Thu 30/714:10
BUD
-
CPT
1 stop21h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 4/6R14 222
Mon 27/723:15
CPT
-
BUD
2 stops23h 10m
Air France
Tue 11/812:45
BUD
-
CPT
2 stops32h 40m
Air France
Deal found 7/6R14 338
Sat 25/716:35
CPT
-
BUD
1 stop27h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Sun 2/820:30
BUD
-
CPT
1 stop15h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 5/6R14 470
Fri 24/716:35
CPT
-
BUD
1 stop15h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 5/820:30
BUD
-
CPT
1 stop15h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 7/6R14 503

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 8 June 2026.

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R12 124

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

November

Average price

R15 511
Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 27/7-11/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 42h 20m total
  • Cape Town to Budapest
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Cheapest return flight

Cape TownBudapest

CPT - BUD

CPTBUD

Cape Town Intl

Sun 11/10

13:15-7:05

1 stop17h 50m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Sun 18/10

16:05-17:30

1 stop25h 25m

R13 529
Fastest return journey

Cape TownBudapest

CPT - BUD

CPTBUD

Cape Town Intl

Tue 28/7

16:35-8:05

1 stop15h 30m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Wed 5/8

20:30-11:50

1 stop15h 20m

R14 173

Cape TownBudapest

CPT - BUD

CPTBUD

Cape Town Intl

Sun 26/7

16:35-8:05

1 stop15h 30m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Wed 5/8

20:30-11:50

1 stop15h 20m

R14 503

Cape TownBudapest

CPT - BUD

CPTBUD

Cape Town Intl

Sat 18/7

16:35-19:35

1 stop27h 00m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Fri 31/7

14:10-11:50

1 stop21h 40m

R14 553

Cape TownBudapest

CPT - BUD

CPTBUD

Cape Town Intl

Wed 15/7

13:15-13:50

1 stop24h 35m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Fri 31/7

10:00-10:15

1 stop24h 15m

R16 419

Cape TownBudapest

CPT - BUD

CPTBUD

Cape Town Intl

Mon 3/8

16:35-19:35

1 stop27h 00m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Mon 10/8

20:30-17:20

2 stops20h 50m

R16 502

Cape TownBudapest

CPT - BUD

CPTBUD

Cape Town Intl

Sat 25/7

14:00-8:05

2 stops18h 05m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Thu 6/8

20:30-11:50

1 stop15h 20m

R17 278

Cape TownBudapest

CPT - BUD

CPTBUD

Cape Town Intl

Wed 15/7

16:35-23:10

2 stops30h 35m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Fri 31/7

10:10-11:50

2 stops25h 40m

R18 600

Cape TownBudapest

CPT - BUD

CPTBUD

Cape Town Intl

Sat 25/7

15:20-10:50

2 stops19h 30m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Fri 7/8

17:45-17:20

2 stops23h 35m

R18 649

Cape TownBudapest

CPT - BUD

CPTBUD

Cape Town Intl

Sun 11/10

16:35-16:35

2 stops24h 00m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Sun 18/10

19:25-14:10

3 stops42h 45m

R19 293

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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?

The best time to book flights from Cape Town to Budapest is 64 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 612). Flying from Cape Town to Budapest in July is currently the most expensive (average of R19 112). 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 8 June 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
3 579 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,4

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Dec 2025

EBB - DXB

Emirates airlines is always good, and I'll always board and travel with Emirates. Everything is going well
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 579 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 579 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,4

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Dec 2025

EBB - DXB

Emirates airlines is always good, and I'll always board and travel with Emirates. Everything is going well
KLM
7,8
Good
1 527 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 579 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,4

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Dec 2025

EBB - DXB

Emirates airlines is always good, and I'll always board and travel with Emirates. Everything is going well
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 727 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 579 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,4

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Dec 2025

EBB - DXB

Emirates airlines is always good, and I'll always board and travel with Emirates. Everything is going well
Turkish Airlines
7,4
Good
4 410 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 579 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,4

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Dec 2025

EBB - DXB

Emirates airlines is always good, and I'll always board and travel with Emirates. Everything is going well
British Airways
6,7
Okay
8 031 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 579 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,4

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Dec 2025

EBB - DXB

Emirates airlines is always good, and I'll always board and travel with Emirates. Everything is going well

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 15h 30m. 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 393 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Turkish Airlines and Lufthansa, starting at R11 187 and R12 003 round-trip. KLM is priced at 27% 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 612). Flying from Cape Town to Budapest in July is currently the most expensive (average of R19 112). 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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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 8 June 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 8 June 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
KLMCheapestR10 393AverageR15 024FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR11 187AverageR12 264FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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LufthansaCheapestR12 003AverageR17 947FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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British AirwaysCheapestR12 212AverageR14 348FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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SWISSCheapestR13 182AverageR14 717FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR13 267AverageR15 589FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapestR14 946AverageR16 484FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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