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Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Budapest from R6 377

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 15/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — BUD
Mar 21 — Mar 281
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from OR Tambo to Budapest
Explore the most affordable flight options available from OR Tambo to Budapest. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 19 February 2026.

Thu 19/319:10
JNB
-
BUD
1 stop25h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Sun 22/39:10
BUD
-
JNB
1 stop24h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 15/2R10 191
Thu 5/323:59
JNB
-
BUD
1 stop36h 16m
KLM
Wed 18/317:05
BUD
-
JNB
1 stop28h 00m
KLM
Deal found 17/2R10 607
Thu 16/417:50
JNB
-
BUD
1 stop25h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 21/420:30
BUD
-
JNB
1 stop14h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 18/2R10 831
Fri 3/412:40
JNB
-
BUD
1 stop25h 10m
Qatar Airways
Fri 10/410:00
BUD
-
JNB
1 stop29h 20m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 17/2R11 104
Mon 9/319:05
JNB
-
BUD
1 stop14h 10m
Turkish Airlines
Thu 12/320:05
BUD
-
JNB
1 stop13h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 17/2R11 184

Find flight deals from OR Tambo to Budapest

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from OR Tambo (JNB) 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 19 February 2026.

Round-trip from

R10 191

One-way from

R6 377

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R10 815
Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 19/3-22/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 49h 40m total
  • Johannesburg to Budapest
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 15/7
  • 1 total stop
  • 25h 10m total
  • Johannesburg to Budapest
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price (R22 085 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R3 199 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in February 2026
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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Budapest that are best for you.

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OR Tambo

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Budapest

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Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgBudapest

JNB - BUD

JNBBUD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 19/3

19:10-19:10

1 stop25h 00m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Sun 22/3

9:10-10:50

1 stop24h 40m

R10 191

JohannesburgBudapest

JNB - BUD

JNBBUD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/3

23:59-11:15

1 stop36h 16m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Wed 18/3

17:05-22:05

1 stop28h 00m

R10 607

JohannesburgBudapest

JNB - BUD

JNBBUD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 16/4

17:50-19:35

1 stop25h 45m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Tue 21/4

20:30-10:30

1 stop14h 00m

R10 831

JohannesburgBudapest

JNB - BUD

JNBBUD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 3/4

12:40-13:50

1 stop25h 10m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Fri 10/4

10:00-15:20

1 stop29h 20m

R11 104

JohannesburgBudapest

JNB - BUD

JNBBUD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 9/3

19:05-8:15

1 stop14h 10m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Thu 12/3

20:05-10:50

1 stop13h 45m

R11 184

JohannesburgBudapest

JNB - BUD

JNBBUD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 15/7

12:40-13:50

1 stop25h 10m

R6 377

JohannesburgBudapest

JNB - BUD

JNBBUD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 15/6

14:45-13:50

1 stop23h 05m

R6 922

JohannesburgBudapest

JNB - BUD

JNBBUD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 15/6

9:50-10:25

2 stops48h 35m

R6 938

JohannesburgBudapest

JNB - BUD

JNBBUD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 15/7

9:50-16:35

2 stops30h 45m

R7 162

JohannesburgBudapest

JNB - BUD

JNBBUD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 15/7

18:00-19:35

1 stop25h 35m

R7 242

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Best time to book a flight from OR Tambo to Budapest

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Budapest

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from OR Tambo to Budapest. Price data was last updated on 18 February 2026.

The best time to book flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Budapest is 82 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 Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Budapest?

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Budapest (average of R7 963). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Budapest in July is currently the most expensive (average of R11 344). 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 OR Tambo Airport to Budapest?

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 19 February 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with SWISS, Qatar Airways, andTurkish Airlines from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Budapest by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
SWISS
7,5
Good
1 878 reviews
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Boarding

7,7

Entertainment

6,8

Food

7,1

Crew

8,3

Overall

7,5

Comfort

7,4

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Katerina,Sept 2025

GVA - ATH

Although the plane was half empty and the flight was late at night, we were not allowed to change seats/ use empty seats to get ourselves more comfortable, or get some proper sleep. It is really frustrating to see lack of flexibility in such a simple need.
SWISS
7,5
Good
1 878 reviews
SWISS
7,5
Good
1 878 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,7

Entertainment

6,8

Food

7,1

Crew

8,3

Overall

7,5

Comfort

7,4

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Katerina,Sept 2025

GVA - ATH

Although the plane was half empty and the flight was late at night, we were not allowed to change seats/ use empty seats to get ourselves more comfortable, or get some proper sleep. It is really frustrating to see lack of flexibility in such a simple need.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 739 reviews
SWISS
7,5
Good
1 878 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,7

Entertainment

6,8

Food

7,1

Crew

8,3

Overall

7,5

Comfort

7,4

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Katerina,Sept 2025

GVA - ATH

Although the plane was half empty and the flight was late at night, we were not allowed to change seats/ use empty seats to get ourselves more comfortable, or get some proper sleep. It is really frustrating to see lack of flexibility in such a simple need.
Turkish Airlines
7,3
Good
4 224 reviews
SWISS
7,5
Good
1 878 reviews
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Boarding

7,7

Entertainment

6,8

Food

7,1

Crew

8,3

Overall

7,5

Comfort

7,4

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Katerina,Sept 2025

GVA - ATH

Although the plane was half empty and the flight was late at night, we were not allowed to change seats/ use empty seats to get ourselves more comfortable, or get some proper sleep. It is really frustrating to see lack of flexibility in such a simple need.
Lufthansa
6,8
Okay
7 789 reviews
SWISS
7,5
Good
1 878 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,7

Entertainment

6,8

Food

7,1

Crew

8,3

Overall

7,5

Comfort

7,4

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Katerina,Sept 2025

GVA - ATH

Although the plane was half empty and the flight was late at night, we were not allowed to change seats/ use empty seats to get ourselves more comfortable, or get some proper sleep. It is really frustrating to see lack of flexibility in such a simple need.
British Airways
6,7
Okay
7 755 reviews
SWISS
7,5
Good
1 878 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,7

Entertainment

6,8

Food

7,1

Crew

8,3

Overall

7,5

Comfort

7,4

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Katerina,Sept 2025

GVA - ATH

Although the plane was half empty and the flight was late at night, we were not allowed to change seats/ use empty seats to get ourselves more comfortable, or get some proper sleep. It is really frustrating to see lack of flexibility in such a simple need.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from OR Tambo 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 OR Tambo?

    Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl (BUD) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Budapest. You should not have trouble finding flights to Ferenc Liszt Intl from Johannesburg OR Tambo; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 11 airlines have flights to the Budapest airport from Johannesburg OR Tambo. 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 OR Tambo Airport to Budapest?

    Departing from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Budapest will take you 25h. Airlines will cover a distance of 8224 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

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

    According to our current data, SWISS (R7 724), Lufthansa (R8 783), and Condor (R9 377) offers the cheapest pricing from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Budapest. You may be able to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Budapest for 36% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Qatar Airways, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as R6 201. However, be on the lookout for offers from Turkish Airlines and British Airways, as they are both options that can get you from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Budapest for a low price.

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

    Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Budapest flights have a stopover in Istanbul most often. Doha is the second most popular location for stopovers on flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Budapest.

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

    Sultan Ahmet Camii, Taksim Square, and Ayasofya are currently the most popular points of interest in Istanbul at the moment. Sultan Ahmet Camii, Taksim Square, and Ayasofya can be visited by traveling about 35,9 km, 33,5 km, and 35,8 km respectively from Istanbul.

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

    Flights departing from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and landing in Budapest stopover in Zurich least frequently. Dubai follows Zurich in terms of the least common stopover location on Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Budapest flights.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from OR Tambo to Budapest?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from OR Tambo 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 OR Tambo Airport to Budapest?

    Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Budapest (average of R7 963). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Budapest in July is currently the most expensive (average of R11 344). 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 10 airlines flying from OR Tambo to Budapest

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from OR Tambo 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 19 February 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SWISSCheapestR7 724AverageR12 360FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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LufthansaCheapestR8 783AverageR13 540FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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CondorCheapestR9 377AverageR10 048FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Air FranceCheapestR9 713AverageR10 269FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapestR9 939AverageR12 206FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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EgyptairCheapestR9 965AverageR12 285FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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British AirwaysCheapestR10 263AverageR11 913FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR10 386AverageR11 382FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Brussels AirlinesCheapestR10 408AverageR12 177FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR11 381AverageR13 538FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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