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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Budapest from R7 695

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 24/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — BUD
Aug 1 — Aug 81
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Budapest
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Johannesburg to Budapest. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 2 July 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 157
Mon 20/713:30
JNB
-
BUD
2 stops23h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Fri 21/89:00
BUD
-
JNB
2 stops24h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 30/6R11 223
Thu 19/1113:30
JNB
-
BUD
2 stops30h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 23/1113:55
BUD
-
JNB
2 stops18h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 1/7R11 387
Wed 23/1218:50
JNB
-
BUD
1 stop19h 10m
Turkish Airlines
Thu 7/113:55
BUD
-
JNB
2 stops18h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 1/7R11 633
Sun 27/913:30
JNB
-
BUD
2 stops23h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Sat 3/1020:30
BUD
-
JNB
2 stops37h 10m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 30/6R11 715
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 846
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 928
Sun 26/718:35
JNB
-
BUD
1 stop27h 10m
Condor
Mon 10/817:05
BUD
-
JNB
1 stop14h 25m
Condor
Deal found 1/7R11 961

Find flight deals from Johannesburg to Budapest

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Johannesburg (ZA1) 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 2 July 2026.

Round-trip from

R11 157

One-way from

R7 695

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R13 667
Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 26/7-10/8
  • 4 total stops
  • 60h 55m total
  • Johannesburg to Budapest
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  • 24/10
  • 3 total stops
  • 29h 20m total
  • Johannesburg to Budapest
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R3 250 potential savings vs. average return price).
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JohannesburgBudapest

JNB - BUD

JNBBUD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 20/7

13:30-13:15

2 stops23h 45m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Fri 7/8

9:00-9:40

2 stops24h 40m

R11 223

JohannesburgBudapest

JNB - BUD

JNBBUD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 20/7

13:30-13:15

2 stops23h 45m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Fri 21/8

9:00-9:40

2 stops24h 40m

R11 223

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 387
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgBudapest

JNB - BUD

JNBBUD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 23/12

18:50-13:00

1 stop19h 10m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Thu 7/1

13:55-9:40

2 stops18h 45m

R11 633

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 092
Cheapest one-way

JohannesburgBudapest

JNB - BUD

JNBBUD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 18/8

13:30-23:45

3 stops34h 15m

R8 023

JohannesburgBudapest

JNB - BUD

JNBBUD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 18/8

13:30-13:15

2 stops23h 45m

R8 204

JohannesburgBudapest

JNB - BUD

JNBBUD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 20/8

13:30-13:15

2 stops23h 45m

R8 696

JohannesburgBudapest

JNB - BUD

JNBBUD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 17/8

13:30-8:05

2 stops42h 35m

R8 696

JohannesburgBudapest

JNB - BUD

JNBBUD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 2/9

18:00-13:15

1 stop19h 15m

R8 745

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Best time to book a flight from Johannesburg to Budapest

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Johannesburg to Budapest

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

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Budapest (average of R9 139). Flying from Johannesburg to Budapest in July is currently the most expensive (average of R11 403). 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.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Johannesburg to Budapest?

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Johannesburg 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 2 July 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates,KLM, andTurkish Airlines from Johannesburg to Budapest to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 606 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

8,2

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
3 606 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 606 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

8,2

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
1 532 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 606 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

8,2

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
4 432 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 606 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

8,2

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
3 737 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 606 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

8,2

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
8 087 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 606 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

8,2

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.

Related info for your journey

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

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

    Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl (BUD) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Johannesburg to Budapest. You should not have trouble finding flights to Ferenc Liszt Intl from Johannesburg; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Johannesburg per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 9 airlines have flights to the Budapest airport from Johannesburg. It is only a 16,5 km journey from Ferenc Liszt Intl (BUD) to Budapest’s city centre.

  • How long is the flight from Johannesburg to Budapest?

    Departing from Johannesburg to Budapest will take you 23h 45m. Airlines will cover a distance of 8224 km.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Johannesburg to Budapest is Condor. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as R9 602 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Egyptair and KLM, starting at R10 204 and R10 288 round-trip. Condor is priced at 23% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Johannesburg to Budapest one-way?

    R6 349 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Qatar Airways. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Turkish Airlines and British Airways, with prices starting from R7 090 and R8 179, respectively.

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Johannesburg to Budapest?

    Flights departing from Johannesburg and landing in Budapest stopover in Istanbul most frequently. Istanbul is followed by Doha in terms of the most popular stopover location on flights from Johannesburg to Budapest.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a stopover in Istanbul?

    Taksim Square, Ayasofya, and Sultan Ahmet Camii are currently the most popular points of interest in Istanbul at the moment. Those on a stopover in Istanbul interested in visiting Taksim Square, Ayasofya, or Sultan Ahmet Camii can do so by traveling 33,5 km, 35,8 km, and 35,9 km, respectively from Istanbul.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for Johannesburg to Budapest flights?

    Of the flights from Johannesburg to Budapest that have stopovers, the fewest flights stop in Zurich.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Johannesburg to Budapest?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Johannesburg 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 Johannesburg to Budapest?

    Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Budapest (average of R9 139). Flying from Johannesburg to Budapest in July is currently the most expensive (average of R11 403). 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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Top 9 airlines flying from Johannesburg to Budapest

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from Johannesburg 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 2 July 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
CondorCheapestR9 602AverageR10 961FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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EgyptairCheapestR10 204AverageR12 347FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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KLMCheapestR10 288AverageR12 453FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR10 627AverageR11 643FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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British AirwaysCheapestR11 241AverageR12 657FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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LufthansaCheapestR11 294AverageR13 683FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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SWISSCheapestR11 583AverageR15 182FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR11 818AverageR13 336FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapestR14 108AverageR15 122FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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