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Cheapest return flight
R11 091
Typical prices: R11 731-R15 519
Air France
Wed 17/1Wed 14/2
CPT - BUD • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
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Typical prices: R7 680-R10 338
Multiple Airlines
Thu 1/2
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 30% 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 438 (return)
Zurich (ZRH)
Shortest trip • 15h 10m (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

Sun, Jan 17 - Sun, Feb 14
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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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6:00 - 6:25BUD  Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
23h 25m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
R11 091Air France
Sun, Jan 17 - Sun, Feb 14
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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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6:00 - 6:25BUD  Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
23h 25m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
R11 207Air France
Fri, Nov 20 - Mon, Nov 30
KLM Logo
7:30 - 23:30CPT  Cape Town Intl-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
17h 00m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
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13:55 - 22:40BUD  Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
31h 45m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
R11 289KLM
Wed, Nov 18 - Thu, Nov 26
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19:25 - 13:05CPT  Cape Town Intl-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
18h 40m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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14:45 - 10:30BUD  Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
18h 45m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R11 734Qatar Airways
Fri, Nov 20 - Sun, Nov 29
KLM Logo
7:30 - 23:30CPT  Cape Town Intl-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
17h 00m1 stop 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
R11 800KLM
Wed, Nov 18 - Sat, Dec 5
Qatar Airways Logo
19:25 - 13:05CPT  Cape Town Intl-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
18h 40m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
14:45 - 17:25BUD  Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
25h 40m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R11 981Qatar Airways
Thu, Feb 11 - Tue, Feb 16
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17:15 - 8:15CPT  Cape Town Intl-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
16h 00m1 stop Istanbul
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13:55 - 12:05BUD  Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
21h 10m1 stop Istanbul
R12 179Turkish Airlines
Tue, Mar 2 - Sun, Mar 7
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0:55 - 13:00CPT  Cape Town Intl-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
37h 05m1 stop Istanbul
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13:55 - 23:00BUD  Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
32h 05m1 stop Istanbul
R12 426Turkish Airlines
Wed, Nov 25 - Sat, Dec 5
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9:20 - 22:45CPT  Cape Town Intl-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
14h 25m1 stop Zurich
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14:55 - 7:35BUD  Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
15h 40m1 stop Zurich
R17 371SWISS
Sun, Nov 22 - Sat, Dec 5
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9:20 - 22:45CPT  Cape Town Intl-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
14h 25m1 stop Zurich
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14:55 - 7:35BUD  Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
15h 40m1 stop Zurich
R17 371SWISS
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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 731 to R15 519. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was R11 091 on Air France.

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 13% 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 767 return.
•January (R17 733) and June (R15 805) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 50% 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 30% 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

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Beat the crowds with an average 68% drop in travellers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 143% increase in travellers.
One-way 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?

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

    • Economy class
    • Business Class

  • 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 731 to R15 519, with an average of R13 602 over the past 12 months. Anything below R11 731 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 26% above the R13 602 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 R11 091 to R56 562. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Cape Town to Budapest are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about R7 349, which is 11% below the typical average for this route.

  • 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 averaging R527 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) – 64% of one-stop connections
    • Dubai Intl (DXB) – 13% of one-stop connections
    • Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) – 7% of one-stop connections
    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 5% 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 163 return on average, while Friday is the most expensive at R15 459, a difference of R3 296.

    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 10m, compared to 15h 56m via Istanbul (IST) and 16h 58m via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS).

  • What is the time difference between Cape Town and Budapest?

    Budapest is 1 hour behind Cape Town (Central European Time vs South Africa Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • 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 163, which is about R3 296 less than Friday fares (21% 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 30% 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 767 return in that month – typically R5 966 less than the most expensive month, which is January (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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