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 (a popular airport in South Africa) to Budapest (the most popular airport in Budapest), then the flight time is 14h 45m on average. If you fly from Cape Town (another popular airport in South Africa) to Budapest, then the average flight time is 15h 30m.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from South Africa to Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl?

Turkish Airlines, Egyptair, and Emirates are the most popular carriers operating from South Africa to Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Which airlines fly to Budapest?

Turkish Airlines, Qatar Airways and British Airways are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Budapest from South Africa according to our data. Turkish Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 47% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Budapest. Keep in mind that there are 11 different airlines that fly to Budapest on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

Prices for flights from South Africa to Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl Airport are updated daily.

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

As of March 2026, there are 11 operators available to choose from for flights from South Africa to Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl Airport.

How old do you have to be to fly from South Africa 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 from South Africa 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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17:50 - 8:05

JNB

BUD

14h 15m

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20:30 - 10:30

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R11 345Turkish Airlines

Tue, May 26 - Mon, Jun 1

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R12 183Egyptair

Fri, Jun 5 - Tue, Jun 9

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R12 217Egyptair

Fri, Jun 5 - Tue, Jun 9

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Fri, Jun 5 - Tue, Jun 9

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Fri, Jun 5 - Tue, Jun 9

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Thu, May 7 - Thu, May 14

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Tue, May 26 - Mon, Jun 1

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R12 611Turkish Airlines

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R12 662Turkish Airlines

Sun, Jun 14 - Thu, Jun 18

Etihad Airways flights from South Africa to Budapest

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May 16

JNB9:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

31h 25m

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BUD17:10Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

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BUD17:30Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

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R15 708

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May 15

JNB9:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

37h 45m

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BUD6:00Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

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May 16

JNB9:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

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Jul 16

BUD5:55Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

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JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

R15 879

Turkish Airlines flights from South Africa to Budapest

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Turkish Airlines

May 26

JNB17:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

14h 15m

1 stop

BUD8:05Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Jun 1

BUD20:30Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

14h 00m

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JNB10:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

R11 345

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May 26

JNB13:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

23h 45m

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BUD13:15Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Jun 1

BUD14:10Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

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JNB10:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

R12 560

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Jun 10

CPT16:35Cape Town Intl

27h 00m

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BUD19:35Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Jun 17

BUD14:10Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

21h 40m

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CPT11:50Cape Town Intl

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Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

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Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

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Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

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Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

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Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 26/5

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Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

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R12 560

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Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

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R12 611

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Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

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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 R11 687, 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 March to fly from South Africa, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of R11 841.

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 090 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 611 on momondo.

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Fastest flight time	14h 45m
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The fastest flight from South Africa to Budapest takes 14h 45m

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from South Africa to Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl Airport?
Prices for flights from South Africa to Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl Airport are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from South Africa to Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl Airport?
As of March 2026, there are 11 operators available to choose from for flights from South Africa to Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from South Africa 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 from South Africa 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.

Best airlines flying from South Africa to Budapest

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SWISS	PriceFrom R8 399	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,5 1 906 reviews	Search SWISS flights
Condor	PriceFrom R10 014	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,5 404 reviews	Search Condor flights
Air France	PriceFrom R10 373	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 1 555 reviews	Search Air France flights
Egyptair	PriceFrom R10 491	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,5 414 reviews	Search Egyptair flights
KLM	PriceFrom R10 547	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,8 1 477 reviews	Search KLM flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom R11 086	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 4 288 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Brussels Airlines	PriceFrom R11 115	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,2 396 reviews	Search Brussels Airlines flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom R11 637	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,8 7 872 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
British Airways	PriceFrom R11 724	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,7 7 828 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom R11 966	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 3 733 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights

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