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Cheapest return flight
R10 460
Typical prices: R11 723-R15 501
Turkish Airlines
Wed 21/11Thu 6/12
CPT - BUD • 1 stop
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Cape Town and Budapest. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
19 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 19 weeks in advance save around 29% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
August
Cheapest • 13% price drop
July
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG)
Cheapest • Avg R12 471 (return)
Zurich (ZRH)
Shortest trip • 15h 15m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Cape Town to Budapest (CPT-BUD)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Cape Town to Budapest

Sat, Nov 21 - Sun, Dec 6
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0:55 - 8:15CPT  Cape Town Intl-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
32h 20m1 stop Istanbul
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13:55 - 23:00BUD  Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
32h 05m1 stop Istanbul
R10 460Turkish Airlines
Sat, Nov 21 - Sun, Nov 29
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0:55 - 8:15CPT  Cape Town Intl-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
32h 20m1 stop Istanbul
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20:05 - 23:00BUD  Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
25h 55m1 stop Istanbul
R10 658Turkish Airlines
Fri, Nov 20 - Fri, Nov 27
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9:20 - 22:45CPT  Cape Town Intl-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
14h 25m1 stop Zurich
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20:00 - 7:35BUD  Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
34h 35m1 stop Zurich
R12 625SWISS
Sun, Nov 22 - Sun, Dec 6
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9:20 - 22:45CPT  Cape Town Intl-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
14h 25m1 stop Zurich
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6:15 - 7:40BUD  Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
24h 25m2 stops Zurich Munich Franz Josef Strauss
R12 889SWISS
Sun, Nov 22 - Sun, Nov 29
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8:30 - 22:40CPT  Cape Town Intl-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
15h 10m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
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6:30 - 8:15BUD  Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
24h 45m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Johannesburg OR Tambo
R13 021Multiple Airlines
Sun, Nov 22 - Sun, Nov 29
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9:55 - 14:20CPT  Cape Town Intl-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
29h 25m3 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Frankfurt am Main Berlin Brandenburg
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11:00 - 10:45BUD  Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
22h 45m2 stops Berlin Brandenburg Frankfurt am Main
R13 252Multiple Airlines
Sun, Jan 17 - Sun, Feb 14
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18:25 - 16:10CPT  Cape Town Intl-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
22h 45m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Amsterdam Schiphol
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6:30 - 6:25BUD  Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
22h 55m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Paris Charles de Gaulle
R14 541KLM
Sun, Jan 17 - Sun, Feb 14
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18:25 - 16:10CPT  Cape Town Intl-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
22h 45m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Amsterdam Schiphol
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6:30 - 6:25BUD  Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
22h 55m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Paris Charles de Gaulle
R14 640KLM
Sun, Nov 22 - Wed, Dec 9
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13:40 - 13:25CPT  Cape Town Intl-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
24h 45m1 stop Dubai Intl
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15:10 - 11:35BUD  Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
19h 25m1 stop Dubai Intl
R14 938Emirates
Sun, Nov 22 - Wed, Dec 9
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13:40 - 13:25CPT  Cape Town Intl-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
24h 45m1 stop Dubai Intl
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15:10 - 11:35BUD  Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
19h 25m1 stop Dubai Intl
R15 054Emirates
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Cape Town to Budapest 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 Cape Town to Budapest?

Return flights from Cape Town to Budapest typically range from R11 723 to R15 501. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was R10 460 on Turkish Airlines.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cape Town to Budapest. It’s 11% cheaper than the average day, while Friday is the most expensive, with prices 14% higher.

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

•August is the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Budapest at R11 815 return.
•June (R15 748) and December (R15 682) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 33% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Cape Town to Budapest the cheapest?

Flights from Cape Town to Budapest are cheapest 19 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 29% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Cape Town to Budapest flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

R10 460
Beat the crowds with an average 39% drop in traveller numbers.
Round-trip flight from Cape Town to Budapest

When to book flights from Cape Town to Budapest

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

    Only Economy class is available on flights from Cape Town to Budapest.

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

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

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

    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 Cape Town to Budapest flight?

    Return flights from Cape Town to Budapest range from R11 723 to R15 501, with an average of R13 530 over the past 12 months. Anything below R11 723 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Cape Town to Budapest flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 25% above the R13 530 route average. Book 19 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Have flight prices from Cape Town to Budapest 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 R10 460 to R48 201. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

  • Which car hire options are available at Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl Airport (BUD)?

    Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl Airport (BUD) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around R95 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Klass Wagen
    • Dryyve
    • GREEN MOTION
    • SURPRICE CAR RENTAL
    • Sixt

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

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

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

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

    • Istanbul (IST) – 65% of one-stop connections
    • Dubai Intl (DXB) – 12% of one-stop connections
    • Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) – 7% of one-stop connections
    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 6% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 22% on flights from Cape Town to Budapest. Sunday is the cheapest departure day at R12 162 return on average, while Friday is the most expensive at R15 500, a difference of R3 338.

    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 Cape Town to Budapest?

    Flying via Zurich (ZRH) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 15h 15m, compared to 15h 58m via Istanbul (IST) and 16h 58m via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS).

  • What popular places can I visit in Budapest?

    Puskás Aréna is one of the most viewed places in Budapest on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Cape Town to Budapest 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 Friday. On this route, Sunday flights average R12 162, about R3 338 less than Friday fares (22% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 19 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 29% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Cape Town to Budapest trip for August. Fares historically average R11 815 return in that month – typically R3 933 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl Airport.

    • Hotel Ferihegy

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