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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Budapest from R7 034

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 23/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — BUD
tammi 22 — tammi 291
1 adult

The best prices from Johannesburg to Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl are usually found in February or January, booked 10 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Johannesburg to Budapest

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 17 tammikuu 2025.

Round-trip from

R9 122

One-way from

R7 034

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R11 999
SWISS
  • SWISS
  • 7/2-20/2
  • 3 total stops
  • 42h 35m total
  • Johannesburg to Budapest
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23/1
  • 23/1
  • 2 total stops
  • 31h 45m total
  • Johannesburg to Budapest
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High demand for flights, 4% potential price rise
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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 17 tammikuu 2025.

pe 7/219:35JNB - BUD
2 stops18h 00mMultiple Airlines
to 20/220:00BUD - JNB
1 stop24h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/1R9 122
pe 7/219:35JNB - BUD
2 stops18h 00mLufthansa
to 20/217:00BUD - JNB
2 stops15h 30mLufthansa
Deal found 16/1R10 137
pe 21/321:45JNB - BUD
1 stop18h 15mEgyptair
ti 25/316:00BUD - JNB
1 stop14h 10mEgyptair
Deal found 15/1R11 981
pe 25/421:15JNB - BUD
1 stop27h 00mBritish Airways
pe 2/514:55BUD - JNB
1 stop16h 05mBritish Airways
Deal found 16/1R12 620
to 20/31:15JNB - BUD
2 stops44h 25mKenya Airways
ti 25/318:10BUD - JNB
2 stops44h 50mKenya Airways
Deal found 15/1R18 770
ke 24/93:10JNB - BUD
2 stops27h 55mRwandAir
to 9/1016:05BUD - JNB
2 stops22h 15mRwandAir
Deal found 16/1R20 482
to 25/99:05JNB - BUD
3 stops22h 00mQatar Airways
to 9/1016:05BUD - JNB
1 stop24h 55mQatar Airways
Deal found 16/1R21 291

Find flights from Johannesburg to Budapest within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Johannesburg to Budapest that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 17 tammikuu 2025.

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JohannesburgBudapest

JNB - BUD

JNBBUD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

pe 7/2

19:35-12:35

2 stops18h 00m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

to 20/2

20:00-21:35

1 stop24h 35m

R9 122

JohannesburgBudapest

JNB - BUD

JNBBUD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

pe 7/2

19:35-12:35

2 stops18h 00m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

to 20/2

17:00-9:30

2 stops15h 30m

R10 137

JohannesburgBudapest

JNB - BUD

JNBBUD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

pe 21/3

21:45-15:00

1 stop18h 15m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

ti 25/3

16:00-7:10

1 stop14h 10m

R11 981

JohannesburgBudapest

JNB - BUD

JNBBUD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

to 20/3

1:15-20:40

2 stops44h 25m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

ti 25/3

18:10-16:00

2 stops44h 50m

R18 770

JohannesburgBudapest

JNB - BUD

JNBBUD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

to 6/2

3:10-13:05

2 stops34h 55m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

to 20/2

14:45-14:20

2 stops22h 35m

R20 632

JohannesburgBudapest

JNB - BUD

JNBBUD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

pe 21/3

9:35-13:05

3 stops28h 30m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

ti 25/3

14:45-7:40

3 stops39h 55m

R22 870

JohannesburgBudapest

JNB - BUD

JNBBUD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

su 2/3

13:25-21:10

1 stop32h 45m

R11 981

JohannesburgBudapest

JNB - BUD

JNBBUD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

su 2/3

19:35-23:00

2 stops28h 25m

R16 344

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Deals found on 16/1

Best time to book a flight from Johannesburg to Budapest

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Travel insights for flights from Johannesburg to Budapest

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Johannesburg to Budapest including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Johannesburg to Budapest. Price data was last updated on 10 January 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Johannesburg to Budapest, you should look to book at least 10 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.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Johannesburg to Budapest?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Budapest (average of R606). Flying from Johannesburg to Budapest in June is currently the most expensive (average of R845). 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 JNB to BUD?

Find hourly flight availability from Johannesburg 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 17 tammikuu 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Johannesburg to Budapest in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 14% on your trip compared to booking a flight at midday.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Johannesburg to Budapest?

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

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Johannesburg 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 17 tammikuu 2025.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 351 reviews
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Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 351 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 351 reviews
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Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Qatar Airways
7,5
Good
3 752 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 351 reviews
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Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Brussels Airlines
7,4
Good
349 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 351 reviews
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Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

RwandAir
7,2
Good
28 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 351 reviews
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Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Egyptair
6,9
Okay
398 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 351 reviews
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Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

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 11 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.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Johannesburg to Budapest is Lufthansa. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as R10 137 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Egyptair and Kenya Airways, starting at R11 981 and R18 770 round-trip. Lufthansa is priced at 28% 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?

    R7 335 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 Kenya Airways and Emirates, with prices starting from R11 398 and R11 981, respectively.

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

    Flights departing from Johannesburg and landing in Budapest stopover in Zurich most frequently. Zurich is followed by Doha in terms of the most popular stopover location on flights from Johannesburg to Budapest.

  • 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 Istanbul. Dubai follows Istanbul in terms of the least common stopover location on Johannesburg to Budapest flights.

  • 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Budapest (average of R606). Flying from Johannesburg to Budapest in June is currently the most expensive (average of R845). 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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SWISSCheapestR8 767AverageR14 264FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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LufthansaCheapestR8 939AverageR12 993FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Austrian AirlinesCheapestR9 711AverageR11 227FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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EgyptairCheapestR11 183AverageR13 763FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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KLMCheapestR11 341AverageR13 262FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air FranceCheapestR11 494AverageR13 692FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Brussels AirlinesCheapestR11 724AverageR14 808FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR12 201AverageR13 721FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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British AirwaysCheapestR12 631AverageR13 625FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR13 249AverageR15 438FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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