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Cheap flights from Cape Town to Budapest from R11 867

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 27/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — BUD
Mar 31 — Apr 71
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Cape Town Intl to Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl are usually found in November or January, booked 41 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Cape Town to Budapest

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Cape Town (CPT) 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 26 March 2025.

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R11 867

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

November

Average price

R13 835
27/5-10/6
  • 27/5-10/6
  • 4 total stops
  • 38h 55m total
  • Cape Town to Budapest
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Cheapest flights from Cape Town to Budapest
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Cape Town to Budapest. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 26 March 2025.

Tue 27/515:25CPT - BUD
2 stops20h 35mMultiple Airlines
Tue 10/619:25BUD - CPT
2 stops18h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/3R11 867
Tue 13/519:00CPT - BUD
1 stop13h 45mSWISS
Fri 6/620:00BUD - CPT
2 stops19h 15mSWISS
Deal found 25/3R11 921
Tue 20/516:35CPT - BUD
1 stop20h 25mTurkish Airlines
Tue 27/520:30BUD - CPT
1 stop15h 20mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 25/3R12 486
Tue 27/518:25CPT - BUD
2 stops22h 05mKLM
Tue 10/66:20BUD - CPT
1 stop15h 05mKLM
Deal found 25/3R13 343
Fri 9/513:00CPT - BUD
1 stop24h 50mQatar Airways
Fri 16/510:00BUD - CPT
1 stop24h 50mQatar Airways
Deal found 25/3R14 200
Wed 14/59:00CPT - BUD
2 stops39h 15mBritish Airways
Fri 6/617:45BUD - CPT
1 stop17h 15mBritish Airways
Deal found 25/3R14 728
Sun 18/518:05CPT - BUD
1 stop14h 35mLufthansa
Tue 27/511:35BUD - CPT
2 stops25h 05mLufthansa
Deal found 25/3R18 101
Thu 17/423:15CPT - BUD
2 stops19h 20mAir France
Sun 27/412:40BUD - CPT
2 stops24h 00mAir France
Deal found 25/3R22 074

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Cape TownBudapest

CPT - BUD

CPTBUD

Cape Town Intl

Tue 27/5

15:25-12:00

2 stops20h 35m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Tue 10/6

19:25-13:45

2 stops18h 20m

R11 867

Cape TownBudapest

CPT - BUD

CPTBUD

Cape Town Intl

Tue 13/5

19:00-8:45

1 stop13h 45m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Fri 6/6

20:00-15:15

2 stops19h 15m

R11 921

Cape TownBudapest

CPT - BUD

CPTBUD

Cape Town Intl

Tue 20/5

16:35-13:00

1 stop20h 25m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Tue 27/5

20:30-11:50

1 stop15h 20m

R12 486

Cape TownBudapest

CPT - BUD

CPTBUD

Cape Town Intl

Tue 27/5

18:25-16:30

2 stops22h 05m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Tue 10/6

6:20-21:25

1 stop15h 05m

R13 343

Cape TownBudapest

CPT - BUD

CPTBUD

Cape Town Intl

Fri 9/5

13:00-13:50

1 stop24h 50m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Fri 16/5

10:00-10:50

1 stop24h 50m

R14 200

Cape TownBudapest

CPT - BUD

CPTBUD

Cape Town Intl

Wed 14/5

9:00-0:15

2 stops39h 15m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Fri 6/6

17:45-11:00

1 stop17h 15m

R14 728

Cape TownBudapest

CPT - BUD

CPTBUD

Cape Town Intl

Sun 18/5

18:05-8:40

1 stop14h 35m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Tue 27/5

11:35-12:40

2 stops25h 05m

R18 101

Cape TownBudapest

CPT - BUD

CPTBUD

Cape Town Intl

Thu 17/4

23:15-18:35

2 stops19h 20m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Sun 27/4

12:40-12:40

2 stops24h 00m

R22 074

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Deals found on 25/3

Best time to book a flight from Cape Town to Budapest

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Cape Town to Budapest

How far ahead should I book a flight from Cape Town to Budapest?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Cape Town to Budapest. Price data was last updated on 21 March 2025.

The best time to book flights from Cape Town to Budapest is 41 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 Cape Town to Budapest?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Budapest (average of R556). Flying from Cape Town to Budapest in June is currently the most expensive (average of R844). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CPT to BUD?

Find hourly flight availability from Cape Town to Budapest. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 26 March 2025.

Unlike at midday, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 19% on flights from Cape Town to Budapest by exploring options for tickets in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Cape Town to Budapest?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Cape Town to Budapest. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Cape Town to Budapest flight should consider departing on Tuesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday at midday flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Budapest by month

Plan your trip to Budapest by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Budapest ranges from 30.0 - 70.0 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 70.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit Budapest when rainfall is around 30.0 mm.

Temperature in Budapest by month

Plan your trip to Budapest by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Budapest, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 20.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 0.0 C).

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 26 March 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with KLM, SWISS and Qatar Airways from Cape Town to Budapest by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
KLM
7,8
Good
1 319 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,7

Overall

7,8

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

LBA - AMS

Overall, the flight from Leeds Bradford to Amsterdam was at expected. The crew were efficient at boarding and professional on board. The only issue was extremely slow check in at Leeds Bradford which was very frustrating.
KLM
7,8
Good
1 319 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 319 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,7

Overall

7,8

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

LBA - AMS

Overall, the flight from Leeds Bradford to Amsterdam was at expected. The crew were efficient at boarding and professional on board. The only issue was extremely slow check in at Leeds Bradford which was very frustrating.
SWISS
7,5
Good
1 569 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 319 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,7

Overall

7,8

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

LBA - AMS

Overall, the flight from Leeds Bradford to Amsterdam was at expected. The crew were efficient at boarding and professional on board. The only issue was extremely slow check in at Leeds Bradford which was very frustrating.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 539 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 319 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,7

Overall

7,8

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

LBA - AMS

Overall, the flight from Leeds Bradford to Amsterdam was at expected. The crew were efficient at boarding and professional on board. The only issue was extremely slow check in at Leeds Bradford which was very frustrating.
Air France
7,4
Good
1 423 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 319 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,7

Overall

7,8

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

LBA - AMS

Overall, the flight from Leeds Bradford to Amsterdam was at expected. The crew were efficient at boarding and professional on board. The only issue was extremely slow check in at Leeds Bradford which was very frustrating.
Turkish Airlines
7,3
Good
3 747 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 319 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,7

Overall

7,8

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

LBA - AMS

Overall, the flight from Leeds Bradford to Amsterdam was at expected. The crew were efficient at boarding and professional on board. The only issue was extremely slow check in at Leeds Bradford which was very frustrating.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Cape Town to Budapest. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Cape Town to Budapest round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Cape Town to Budapest is SWISS. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as R11 921 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Turkish Airlines and KLM, starting at R12 486 and R13 343 round-trip. SWISS is priced at 21% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Cape Town to Budapest that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Cape Town to Budapest?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Cape Town to Budapest?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Cape Town 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 Cape Town to Budapest?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Budapest (average of R556). Flying from Cape Town to Budapest in June is currently the most expensive (average of R844). 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 7 airlines flying from Cape Town to Budapest

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Cape Town 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 26 March 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SWISSCheapestR8 198AverageR12 841FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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LufthansaCheapestR10 478AverageR15 535FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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KLMCheapestR10 787AverageR16 351FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR11 937AverageR14 427FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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British AirwaysCheapestR13 466AverageR15 257FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR14 450AverageR17 869FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapestR15 626AverageR17 320FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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