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Cheapest return flight
R13 500
Typical prices: R13 372-R19 622
SWISS
Wed 14/2Mon 26/2
BUD - CPT • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
R7 271
Typical prices: R10 546-R11 477
Multiple Airlines
Fri 2/3
BUD - CPT • 1 stop
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Budapest and Cape Town. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to travel
May
Cheapest • 31% price drop
December
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG)
Cheapest • Avg R12 296 (return)
Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS)
Shortest trip • 16h 22m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Budapest to Cape Town (BUD-CPT)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Budapest to Cape Town

Sun, Feb 14 - Fri, Feb 26
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20:00 - 10:40BUD  Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
13h 40m1 stop Zurich
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9:20 - 8:50CPT  Cape Town Intl-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
24h 30m1 stop Zurich
R13 500SWISS
Mon, Nov 2 - Mon, Nov 9
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20:05 - 23:00BUD  Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
25h 55m1 stop Istanbul
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0:55 - 19:10CPT  Cape Town Intl-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
19h 15m1 stop Istanbul
R13 963Turkish Airlines
Mon, Nov 2 - Mon, Nov 9
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6:05 - 13:25BUD  Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
30h 20m3 stops Rome Fiumicino Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Johannesburg OR Tambo
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0:55 - 10:25CPT  Cape Town Intl-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
34h 30m2 stops Istanbul Rome Fiumicino
R14 161Multiple Airlines
Mon, Nov 2 - Mon, Nov 9
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11:45 - 23:00BUD  Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
34h 15m2 stops Dublin Istanbul
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17:15 - 23:30CPT  Cape Town Intl-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
31h 15m3 stops Istanbul Dublin Amsterdam Schiphol
R14 260Multiple Airlines
Thu, Nov 12 - Mon, Nov 23
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6:15 - 7:35BUD  Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
24h 20m2 stops Dublin Zurich
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0:55 - 19:10CPT  Cape Town Intl-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
19h 15m1 stop Istanbul
R14 376Multiple Airlines
Mon, Nov 2 - Sun, Nov 15
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12:55 - 13:00BUD  Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
23h 05m2 stops Milan Malpensa Addis Ababa Bole
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15:10 - 20:15CPT  Cape Town Intl-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
30h 05m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Milan Malpensa
R14 426Multiple Airlines
Mon, Nov 2 - Sat, Nov 14
Turkish Airlines Logo
13:55 - 23:00BUD  Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
32h 05m1 stop Istanbul
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0:55 - 13:00CPT  Cape Town Intl-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
37h 05m1 stop Istanbul
R14 459Turkish Airlines
Fri, Feb 12 - Fri, Feb 26
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20:00 - 7:35BUD  Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
34h 35m1 stop Zurich
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9:20 - 8:50CPT  Cape Town Intl-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
24h 30m1 stop Zurich
R14 475SWISS
Wed, Oct 28 - Wed, Nov 11
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17:20 - 22:40BUD  Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
28h 20m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
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0:30 - 16:25CPT  Cape Town Intl-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
16h 55m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
R16 177KLM
Thu, Oct 22 - Mon, Nov 2
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17:25 - 21:25BUD  Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
28h 00m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
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18:25 - 16:25CPT  Cape Town Intl-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
23h 00m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Amsterdam Schiphol
R17 317KLM
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Budapest to Cape Town flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

How much is a return flight from Budapest to Cape Town?

Return flights from Budapest to Cape Town typically range from R13 372 to R19 622. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was R13 500 on SWISS.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Budapest to Cape Town?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Budapest to Cape Town. It’s 19% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 7% higher.

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

•May is the cheapest month to fly from Budapest to Cape Town at R11 187 return.
•July (R23 068) and August (R20 540) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 106% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Budapest to Cape Town flights

Low season

July

Cheapest flight

R7 271
Beat the crowds with an average 76% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 70% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Budapest to Cape Town

When to book flights from Budapest to Cape Town

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Budapest to Cape Town based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Budapest to Cape Town flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Budapest to Cape Town?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Budapest to Cape Town:

    • Economy class
    • Business Class

  • How long is a flight from Budapest to Cape Town?

    A direct flight from Budapest to Cape Town takes 00m, covering 14 559 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Budapest to Cape Town?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Budapest to Cape Town flight?

    Return flights from Budapest to Cape Town range from R13 372 to R19 622, with an average of R16 312 over the past 12 months. Anything below R13 372 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Budapest to Cape Town changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about R13 500 to R126 840. That means the highest observed fare was about 9x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Budapest to Cape Town looking right now?

    One-way fares from Budapest to Cape Town are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about R9 098, which is 16% below the typical average for this route.

  • Which car hire options are available at Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT)?

    Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around R49 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Sixt
    • Europcar
    • Woodford
    • GREEN MOTION
    • Hertz

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Budapest to Cape Town?

    Flights from Budapest to Cape Town usually depart from Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl (BUD) and arrive at Cape Town Intl (CPT).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Budapest to Cape Town pass through?

    One-stop flights from Budapest to Cape Town most commonly connect through:

    • Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) – 32% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul (IST) – 24% of one-stop connections
    • Dubai Intl (DXB) – 17% of one-stop connections
    • Zurich (ZRH) – 11% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Budapest to Cape Town?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 25% on flights from Budapest to Cape Town. Sunday is the cheapest departure day at R13 302 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at R17 532, a difference of R4 230.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Budapest to Cape Town?

    Flying via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 16h 22m, compared to 16h 22m via Istanbul (IST) and 17h 03m via Zurich (ZRH).

  • What popular places can I visit in Cape Town?

    Some of the most popular sights in Cape Town are Sea Point Pavilion, Bloubergstrand Beach, and Camps Bay Beach. These are among the most viewed places in Cape Town on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Budapest to Cape Town flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Sunday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Sunday flights average R13 302, about R4 230 less than Saturday fares (24% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Budapest to Cape Town trip for May. Fares historically average R11 187 return in that month – typically R11 881 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Cape Town Intl Airport.

    • Hotel Verde Cape Town Airport
    • Road Lodge Cape Town International Airport

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