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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Budapest from R7 436

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 23/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — BUD
Sep 5 — Sep 121
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 6 August 2026.

Tue 8/913:30 -
2 stops42h 35m
Tue 15/920:35 -
2 stops37h 05m
Deal found 5/8R10 787
Tue 1/913:30 -
2 stops30h 10m
Thu 17/914:10 -
2 stops19h 30m
Deal found 3/8R11 048
Thu 19/1113:30 -
2 stops30h 40m
Mon 23/1113:55 -
2 stops18h 45m
Deal found 1/8R11 375
Wed 2/913:30 -
2 stops23h 45m
Tue 2/29:10 -
2 stops23h 30m
Deal found 4/8R11 866
Tue 8/922:50 -
2 stops20h 30m
Tue 15/920:25 -
3 stops31h 30m
Deal found 5/8R12 192
Tue 8/923:15 -
1 stop17h 15m
Tue 15/96:00 -
1 stop15h 20m
Deal found 5/8R12 421

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 6 August 2026.

Round-trip from

R10 787

One-way from

R7 436

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R14 660
Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 8/9-15/9
  • 4 total stops
  • 79h 40m total
  • Johannesburg to Budapest
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Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 23/12
  • 2 total stops
  • 24h 30m total
  • Johannesburg to Budapest
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 2% potential increase in price (R5 357 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R2 783 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in August 2026
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Johannesburg 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 6 August 2026.
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JohannesburgBudapest

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

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 375

JohannesburgBudapest

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

JNBBUD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 8/9

17:55-19:40

1 stop25h 45m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Tue 15/9

14:10-9:40

2 stops19h 30m

R12 176
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgBudapest

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

JNBBUD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 8/9

23:15-16:30

1 stop17h 15m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Tue 15/9

6:00-21:20

1 stop15h 20m

R12 421
Cheapest one-way

JohannesburgBudapest

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

JNBBUD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 23/12

13:30-13:00

2 stops24h 30m

R7 436

JohannesburgBudapest

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

JNBBUD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 28/8

13:30-23:25

3 stops33h 55m

R7 616

JohannesburgBudapest

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

JNBBUD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 28/8

21:45-14:40

1 stop16h 55m

R8 433

JohannesburgBudapest

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

JNBBUD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 23/12

23:59-16:25

1 stop17h 26m

R16 066

JohannesburgBudapest

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

JNBBUD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 23/12

13:25-14:40

3 stops26h 15m

R20 462

JohannesburgBudapest

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

JNBBUD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 1/10

17:00-18:00

3 stops49h 00m

R27 931
Fastest single journey

JohannesburgBudapest

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

JNBBUD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 1/10

14:05-6:40

1 stop16h 35m

R35 629

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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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Budapest (average of R11 245). Flying from Johannesburg to Budapest in January is currently the most expensive (average of R14 660). 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?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
Johannesburg to Budapest flights typically cost between R13 451 and R16 622 in September.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was R10 787 on Turkish Airlines (Sept 8–Sept 15).

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 88 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 6 August 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates,KLM, andQatar Airways 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
3 644 reviews
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Crew

8,4

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

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
3 644 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 644 reviews
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Crew

8,4

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

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
1 555 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 644 reviews
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Crew

8,4

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

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
3 737 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 644 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

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
4 468 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 644 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

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
8 147 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 644 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

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 30h 40m. 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 565 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are KLM and Egyptair, starting at R10 237 and R10 473 round-trip. Condor is priced at 25% 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 324 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 063 and R8 147, 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Budapest (average of R11 245). Flying from Johannesburg to Budapest in January is currently the most expensive (average of R14 660). 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 6 August 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
CondorCheapestR9 565AverageR10 919FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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KLMCheapestR10 237AverageR13 162FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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EgyptairCheapestR10 473AverageR12 300FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR10 579AverageR11 633FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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British AirwaysCheapestR11 184AverageR12 637FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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LufthansaCheapestR11 250AverageR13 371FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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SWISSCheapestR11 749AverageR15 393FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR11 772AverageR13 269FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapestR14 064AverageR15 069FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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