Which airlines fly to Budapest?

There may be other airlines that fly to Budapest from South Africa, but the most popular among our users are Turkish Airlines, SWISS, Qatar Airways and Lufthansa. These airlines should offer flights to Budapest on a routine basis if you’re flying from one of the more popular airports in South Africa.

Emirates Flights to Budapest

Emirates is a popular choice for users travelling to Budapest. It operates 13 flights every week to Budapest, most often flying from Dubai Intl. Emirates ticket prices will depend on when and where you need to fly from - deals as low as R14 481 (from Cape Town Intl) have been found by momondo users. In 3 333 reviews, momondo users have rated Emirates at an average score of 8,1/10.

KLM Flights to Budapest

R10 524 is the best return KLM deal to Budapest found on momondo in the last few days. The deal departed from Cape Town Intl. KLM has 30 flights to Budapest most weeks, with prices varying by availability. 1 386 momondo users have reviewed KLM, scoring the airline a 7,8/10 on average.

How long does it take to fly to Budapest?

The flight from South Africa to Budapest depends on which airports you’re departing from and arriving to, and whether or not you have a layover. If you fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo (a popular airport in South Africa) to Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl (the most popular airport in Budapest), then the flight time is 18h 06m on average. If you fly from Cape Town Intl (another popular airport in South Africa) to Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl, then the average flight time is 21h 55m.

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7:55 - 11:40CPT-BUD

28h 45m1 stop

6:20 - 5:50BUD-CPT

22h 30m1 stop

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Sa, Nov 8 - Di, Dez 9

21:45 - 15:00JNB-BUD

18h 15m1 stop

16:00 - 7:10BUD-JNB

14h 10m1 stop

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Fr, Feb 6 - Di, Feb 10

11:40 - 9:20JNB-BUD

22h 40m2 stops

13:20 - 9:30BUD-JNB

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R14 134Lufthansa

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Fr, Feb 6 - Di, Feb 10

17:15 - 19:10CPT-BUD

26h 55m1 stop

14:00 - 14:35BUD-CPT

23h 35m2 stops

R14 538Turkish Airlines

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15:20 - 14:05JNB-BUD

23h 45m3 stops

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29h 35m2 stops

R14 660SWISS

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Di, Feb 17 - Di, Mrz 10

17:15 - 19:10CPT-BUD

26h 55m1 stop

20:05 - 14:35BUD-CPT

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3:10 - 6:15JNB-BUD

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16h 55m1 stop

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12:20 - 8:50CPT-BUD

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R16 712SWISS

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Fr, Feb 6 - Di, Feb 10

3:10 - 13:05JNB-BUD

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CPT - BUD

CPTBUD

Cape Town Intl

Sa 8/11

7:55-11:40

1 stop28h 45m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Di 9/12

6:20-5:50

1 stop22h 30m

R11 206

JohannesburgBudapest

JNB - BUD

JNBBUD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fr 6/2

21:45-15:00

1 stop18h 15m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Di 10/2

16:00-7:10

1 stop14h 10m

R11 855

JohannesburgBudapest

JNB - BUD

JNBBUD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fr 6/2

11:40-9:20

2 stops22h 40m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Di 10/2

13:20-9:30

2 stops19h 10m

R14 134

Cape TownBudapest

CPT - BUD

CPTBUD

Cape Town Intl

Do 25/12

17:15-19:10

1 stop26h 55m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Mo 12/1

14:00-14:35

2 stops23h 35m

R14 538

JohannesburgBudapest

JNB - BUD

JNBBUD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Di 17/2

15:20-14:05

3 stops23h 45m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Di 10/3

9:40-16:15

2 stops29h 35m

R14 660

Cape TownBudapest

CPT - BUD

CPTBUD

Cape Town Intl

Fr 26/12

17:15-19:10

1 stop26h 55m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Mo 12/1

20:05-14:35

2 stops17h 30m

R14 801

JohannesburgBudapest

JNB - BUD

JNBBUD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mo 22/12

10:40-9:20

2 stops23h 40m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Mo 5/1

14:20-15:35

2 stops24h 15m

R15 011

JohannesburgBudapest

JNB - BUD

JNBBUD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mo 17/11

3:10-6:15

2 stops28h 05m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Di 2/12

14:45-8:40

1 stop16h 55m

R16 642

Cape TownBudapest

CPT - BUD

CPTBUD

Cape Town Intl

Fr 6/2

12:20-8:50

2 stops21h 30m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Di 10/2

14:55-17:30

2 stops25h 35m

R16 712

JohannesburgBudapest

JNB - BUD

JNBBUD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Di 25/11

3:10-13:05

2 stops34h 55m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Mo 1/12

9:30-8:40

1 stop22h 10m

R17 431

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Budapest?

The cheapest month to fly to Budapest from South Africa is in February. Flight prices, which tend to average around R8 944, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you don’t want to visit Budapest in February, then you should wait until January to fly from South Africa, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of R11 697.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Budapest?

The cheapest day to depart from South Africa to Budapest is on a Tuesday. Travellers who choose to depart for Budapest on a Tuesday will often find tickets for as low as R12 661. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Saturday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Budapest on Saturday is R14 499.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Budapest?

Our data shows that the cheapest South Africa to Budapest flights are usually those with departure times in the morning. Our users have found flights to Budapest in the morning for as low as R12 525. Try not to purchase tickets at midday because they tend to be around R14 425. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Budapest?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Budapest from South Africa when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Budapest for around R13 284 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Budapest from South Africa for as low as R12 328 on momondo.

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CHEAPEST MONTH TO FLY TO BUDAPEST FROM JOHANNESBURG OR TAMBO AIRPORT	February	33% cheaper	Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Budapest costs on average just R8 944 in February
MOST EXPENSIVE MONTH TO FLY TO BUDAPEST FROM JOHANNESBURG OR TAMBO AIRPORT	July	18% more expensive	It costs about R15 765 for flights to Budapest from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in July
MOST POPULAR MONTH TO FLY TO BUDAPEST FROM JOHANNESBURG OR TAMBO AIRPORT	December	197% more users visited	More momondo users searched in flights to Budapest from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in December than any other month

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Fastest flight time	20h 00m
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The best one-way flight price to Budapest from South Africa in the last 72 hours is R7 172 (Johannesburg OR Tambo to Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl).

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The best round-trip flight price to Budapest from South Africa in the last 72 hours is R11 206 (Cape Town Intl to Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl).

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The fastest flight to Budapest from South Africa takes 20h 00m (Johannesburg OR Tambo to Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl).

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Frequently asked questions about flying to Budapest

How far in advance should I book a flight to Budapest?

Most flyers found that booking tickets 43 days in advance of their planned departure date is the best time to get cheap flights to Budapest. During this timeframe, flight prices are around R13 284.

Is there an alternative airport near Budapest?

Finding an alternative and possibly cheaper destination airport near Budapest is possible. If you are planning a flight to Budapest, consider booking flights to Miskolc Airport (148 km from Budapest city centre).

When did momondo last update prices for flights to Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl Airport?

Prices for flights to Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl Airport were last updated today.

How many operators does momondo search for flights to Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl Airport?

As of September 2025, there are 12 operators available to choose from for flights to Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl Airport.

How old do you have to be to fly to Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl Airport?

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel to Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl Airport?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal to Budapest?

We help find the flight that best suits your needs; momondo compares prices from hundreds of airlines and travel agents and helps you filter them to find the best flight for you.

Can I find flights to Budapest with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Flights to Budapest with flexible booking policies can be found by using the search form above and then selecting our dedicated flexible booking filter, which will highlight only the flights where this policy is applied.

How can momondo help me find flights to Budapest?

momondo helps you find the best flight to Budapest by providing filters to narrow your choice of flights to those matching your criteria. You can select fights based on numerous factors such as price, departure and landing times, airport and airline.

I’m not ready to book a flight to Budapest right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?

Yes momondo offers price alerts on flights to Budapest. After performing a search on this page you should be able to see the price alert set up feature. Simply provide a valid email address and momondo will instantly alert you when prices change.

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How far in advance should I book a flight to Budapest?

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What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl Airport?

Why use momondo?

Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal to Budapest?

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