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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Budapest from R7 594

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 10/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — BUD
Jun 30 — Jul 71
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 31 May 2026.

Mon 15/613:30
JNB
-
BUD
2 stops23h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Thu 18/614:10
BUD
-
JNB
2 stops19h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 31/5R10 768
Mon 20/713:30
JNB
-
BUD
2 stops23h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Fri 21/89:00
BUD
-
JNB
2 stops24h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 29/5R11 092
Sun 14/613:30
JNB
-
BUD
2 stops42h 35m
Turkish Airlines
Thu 18/614:10
BUD
-
JNB
2 stops19h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 29/5R11 578
Mon 13/713:30
JNB
-
BUD
2 stops23h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Sun 26/714:10
BUD
-
JNB
2 stops19h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 29/5R11 772
Mon 20/718:00
JNB
-
BUD
1 stop14h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Sat 22/814:10
BUD
-
JNB
2 stops19h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 26/5R11 821
Thu 16/713:30
JNB
-
BUD
2 stops42h 35m
Turkish Airlines
Thu 23/714:10
BUD
-
JNB
2 stops19h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 27/5R12 063

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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 31 May 2026.

Round-trip from

R10 768

One-way from

R7 594

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R11 821
Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 15/6-18/6
  • 4 total stops
  • 43h 15m total
  • Johannesburg to Budapest
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10/6
  • 10/6
  • 3 total stops
  • 31h 50m total
  • Johannesburg to Budapest
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price (R21 047 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R2 837 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 21/8

9:00-9:40

2 stops24h 40m

R11 092

JohannesburgBudapest

JNB - BUD

JNBBUD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 15/6

13:30-13:15

2 stops23h 45m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Thu 18/6

14:10-10:30

1 stop20h 20m

R11 966

JohannesburgBudapest

JNB - BUD

JNBBUD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 20/9

13:30-8:05

2 stops42h 35m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Wed 23/9

14:10-9:40

2 stops19h 30m

R12 387
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgBudapest

JNB - BUD

JNBBUD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 16/7

17:50-13:15

1 stop19h 25m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Thu 23/7

14:10-9:40

2 stops19h 30m

R12 727

JohannesburgBudapest

JNB - BUD

JNBBUD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 15/6

21:15-1:10

1 stop27h 55m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Thu 18/6

16:05-8:55

1 stop16h 50m

R13 294

JohannesburgBudapest

JNB - BUD

JNBBUD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 20/7

19:25-10:50

1 stop15h 25m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Fri 21/8

7:05-7:00

1 stop23h 55m

R14 687

JohannesburgBudapest

JNB - BUD

JNBBUD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 15/6

21:15-17:05

1 stop19h 50m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Thu 18/6

7:35-7:00

1 stop23h 25m

R14 978

JohannesburgBudapest

JNB - BUD

JNBBUD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 20/7

18:00-19:35

1 stop25h 35m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Fri 7/8

9:00-10:30

1 stop25h 30m

R16 484
Cheapest one-way
Fastest single journey

JohannesburgBudapest

JNB - BUD

JNBBUD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 10/6

8:45-23:30

1 stop14h 45m

R7 708

JohannesburgBudapest

JNB - BUD

JNBBUD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 10/6

13:30-19:35

2 stops30h 05m

R7 756

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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 019). Flying from Johannesburg to Budapest in August is currently the most expensive (average of R11 076). 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 31 May 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
3 577 reviews
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Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,4

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

DXB - GLA

Anyone that i had the pleasure of dealing with i found to be courteous well mannered and informative
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 577 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 577 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,4

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

DXB - GLA

Anyone that i had the pleasure of dealing with i found to be courteous well mannered and informative
KLM
7,8
Good
1 524 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 577 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,4

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

DXB - GLA

Anyone that i had the pleasure of dealing with i found to be courteous well mannered and informative
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 730 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 577 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,4

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

DXB - GLA

Anyone that i had the pleasure of dealing with i found to be courteous well mannered and informative
Turkish Airlines
7,4
Good
4 409 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 577 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,4

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

DXB - GLA

Anyone that i had the pleasure of dealing with i found to be courteous well mannered and informative
British Airways
6,7
Okay
8 014 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 577 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,4

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

DXB - GLA

Anyone that i had the pleasure of dealing with i found to be courteous well mannered and informative

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 10 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 476 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Air France and Egyptair, starting at R9 785 and R10 071 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 266 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 068 and R8 072, 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 019). Flying from Johannesburg to Budapest in August is currently the most expensive (average of R11 076). 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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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 31 May 2026.
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CondorCheapestR9 476AverageR10 466FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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EgyptairCheapestR10 071AverageR12 186FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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KLMCheapestR10 136AverageR12 283FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR10 488AverageR11 499FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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British AirwaysCheapestR11 094AverageR12 362FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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LufthansaCheapestR11 146AverageR13 632FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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SWISSCheapestR11 431AverageR15 344FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR11 663AverageR13 316FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapestR13 851AverageR14 907FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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