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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Budapest from R11 855

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 2/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — BUD
Apr 16 — Apr 231
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Johannesburg to Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl are usually found in February or January, booked 43 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 11 April 2025.

Round-trip from

R11 855

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R15 541
KLM
  • KLM
  • 2/6-15/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 42h 55m total
  • Johannesburg to Budapest
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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 11 April 2025.

Mon 2/623:15JNB - BUD
1 stop17h 15mKLM
Sun 15/619:40BUD - JNB
1 stop25h 40mKLM
Deal found 10/4R11 855
Sun 25/59:50JNB - BUD
2 stops24h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sun 1/66:10BUD - JNB
2 stops26h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/4R13 077
Thu 11/921:15JNB - BUD
1 stop27h 55mBritish Airways
Sun 28/914:15BUD - JNB
1 stop19h 10mBritish Airways
Deal found 10/4R13 368
Sun 25/519:35JNB - BUD
1 stop23h 40mSWISS
Sun 1/620:00BUD - JNB
1 stop13h 20mSWISS
Deal found 10/4R14 610
Sat 19/713:55JNB - BUD
1 stop23h 55mQatar Airways
Sat 26/716:05BUD - JNB
1 stop17h 55mQatar Airways
Deal found 10/4R15 871
Sun 25/519:00JNB - BUD
2 stops27h 25mAustrian Airlines
Sun 1/615:10BUD - JNB
2 stops41h 25mAustrian Airlines
Deal found 10/4R18 665
Wed 24/93:10JNB - BUD
2 stops27h 55mRwandAir
Thu 9/1016:05BUD - JNB
2 stops22h 15mRwandAir
Deal found 10/4R20 101
Thu 25/917:50JNB - BUD
1 stop19h 10mTurkish Airlines
Thu 9/1013:55BUD - JNB
1 stop20h 40mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 10/4R21 129
Sun 25/519:00JNB - BUD
2 stops28h 00mBrussels Airlines
Sun 1/614:20BUD - JNB
1 stop18h 15mBrussels Airlines
Deal found 10/4R21 944
Thu 25/99:50JNB - BUD
2 stops23h 45mEtihad Airways
Thu 9/106:35BUD - JNB
2 stops25h 45mEtihad Airways
Deal found 10/4R22 448
Mon 22/91:15JNB - BUD
2 stops45h 45mKenya Airways
Sun 28/96:20BUD - JNB
2 stops28h 35mKenya Airways
Deal found 10/4R22 933

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JohannesburgBudapest

JNB - BUD

JNBBUD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/6

23:15-16:30

1 stop17h 15m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Sun 15/6

19:40-21:20

1 stop25h 40m

R11 855

JohannesburgBudapest

JNB - BUD

JNBBUD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 25/5

9:50-10:30

2 stops24h 40m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Sun 1/6

6:10-8:20

2 stops26h 10m

R13 077

JohannesburgBudapest

JNB - BUD

JNBBUD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 11/9

21:15-1:10

1 stop27h 55m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Sun 28/9

14:15-9:25

1 stop19h 10m

R13 368

JohannesburgBudapest

JNB - BUD

JNBBUD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 25/5

19:35-19:15

1 stop23h 40m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Sun 1/6

20:00-9:20

1 stop13h 20m

R14 610

JohannesburgBudapest

JNB - BUD

JNBBUD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 19/7

13:55-13:50

1 stop23h 55m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Sat 26/7

16:05-10:00

1 stop17h 55m

R15 871

JohannesburgBudapest

JNB - BUD

JNBBUD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 25/5

19:00-22:25

2 stops27h 25m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Sun 1/6

15:10-8:35

2 stops41h 25m

R18 665

JohannesburgBudapest

JNB - BUD

JNBBUD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 24/9

3:10-7:05

2 stops27h 55m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Thu 9/10

16:05-14:20

2 stops22h 15m

R20 101

JohannesburgBudapest

JNB - BUD

JNBBUD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 25/9

17:50-13:00

1 stop19h 10m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Thu 9/10

13:55-10:35

1 stop20h 40m

R21 129

JohannesburgBudapest

JNB - BUD

JNBBUD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 25/5

19:00-23:00

2 stops28h 00m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Sun 1/6

14:20-8:35

1 stop18h 15m

R21 944

JohannesburgBudapest

JNB - BUD

JNBBUD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 25/9

9:50-9:35

2 stops23h 45m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Thu 9/10

6:35-8:20

2 stops25h 45m

R22 448

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Best time to book a flight from Johannesburg to Budapest

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Budapest from Johannesburg with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Johannesburg to Budapest

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 4 April 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Johannesburg to Budapest, you should look to book at least 43 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Budapest (average of R556). Flying from Johannesburg to Budapest in August is currently the most expensive (average of R840). 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 11 April 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 11 April 2025.
KLM
7,8
Good
1 321 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,8

Crew

8,4

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
1 321 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 321 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,8

Crew

8,4

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.
Austrian Airlines
7,6
Good
774 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 321 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,8

Crew

8,4

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
1 575 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 321 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,8

Crew

8,4

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
3 549 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 321 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,8

Crew

8,4

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.
Etihad Airways
7,4
Good
1 188 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 321 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,8

Crew

8,4

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 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 KLM. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as R11 855 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are British Airways and SWISS, starting at R13 368 and R14 610 round-trip. KLM is priced at 17% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • 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 Dubai. Istanbul follows Dubai 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Budapest (average of R556). Flying from Johannesburg to Budapest in August is currently the most expensive (average of R840). 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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Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Johannesburg 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 11 April 2025.
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SWISSCheapestR8 995AverageR13 895FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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LufthansaCheapestR9 301AverageR13 242FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Austrian AirlinesCheapestR10 018AverageR11 583FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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EgyptairCheapestR11 536AverageR14 346FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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KLMCheapestR11 571AverageR15 378FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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British AirwaysCheapestR11 755AverageR13 829FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Brussels AirlinesCheapestR12 095AverageR14 745FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Air FranceCheapestR12 680AverageR18 791FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR12 855AverageR15 606FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR13 714AverageR16 047FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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