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Cheapest return flight
£617
Typical prices: £622-£854
Qatar Airways
Sun 11/2Sat 10/3
BUD - CPT • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
£602
Typical prices: £474-£516
Multiple Airlines
Fri 28/12
BUD - CPT • 3 stops
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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May
Cheapest • 32% price drop
November
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG)
Cheapest • Avg £608 (return)
Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS)
Shortest trip • 16h 08m (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

Thu, 11 Feb - Wed, 10 Mar
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14:45 - 17:25BUD  Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
25h 40m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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19:25 - 13:05CPT  Cape Town Intl-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
18h 40m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
£617Qatar Airways
Fri, 30 Apr - Fri, 14 May
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16:40 - 08:20BUD  Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
15h 40m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
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17:40 - 08:30CPT  Cape Town Intl-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
14h 50m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
£618Condor
Sun, 4 Apr - Tue, 13 Apr
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16:05 - 17:20BUD  Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
25h 15m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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13:15 - 07:05CPT  Cape Town Intl-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
17h 50m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
£622Qatar Airways
Mon, 5 Apr - Tue, 13 Apr
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10:00 - 17:20BUD  Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
31h 20m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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13:15 - 07:05CPT  Cape Town Intl-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
17h 50m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
£623Qatar Airways
Fri, 12 Feb - Wed, 10 Mar
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09:20 - 10:30BUD  Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
24h 10m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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19:25 - 13:05CPT  Cape Town Intl-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
18h 40m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
£632Qatar Airways
Fri, 9 Apr - Wed, 14 Apr
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10:00 - 10:15BUD  Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
24h 15m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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19:30 - 13:50CPT  Cape Town Intl-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
18h 20m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
£637Qatar Airways
Wed, 2 Dec - Wed, 9 Dec
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14:10 - 22:40BUD  Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
31h 30m3 stops Kastrup Copenhagen Paris Charles de Gaulle Amsterdam Schiphol
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08:30 - 11:00CPT  Cape Town Intl-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
27h 30m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Kastrup Copenhagen
£638Multiple Airlines
Mon, 5 Apr - Sun, 11 Apr
Qatar Airways Logo
10:00 - 17:20BUD  Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
31h 20m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
13:15 - 07:05CPT  Cape Town Intl-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
17h 50m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
£639Qatar Airways
Fri, 30 Apr - Sat, 8 May
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10:00 - 10:15BUD  Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
24h 15m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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13:15 - 13:50CPT  Cape Town Intl-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
24h 35m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
£652Qatar Airways
Mon, 3 May - Fri, 14 May
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16:40 - 08:20BUD  Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
15h 40m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
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17:40 - 08:30CPT  Cape Town Intl-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
14h 50m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
£652Condor
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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 £622 to £854. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £617 on Qatar Airways.

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 6% 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 £503 return.
•July (£1,036) and August (£923) 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

£602
Beat the crowds with an average 74% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 63% 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.

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

    A direct flight from Budapest to Cape Town takes 00m, covering 5,621 miles.

  • 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 £622 to £854, with an average of £737 over the past 12 months. Anything below £622 counts as a good deal.

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

    One-way fares from Budapest to Cape Town are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £741, which is 53% above 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 averaging £20 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Sixt
    • Europcar
    • GREEN MOTION
    • Woodford
    • Budget

  • 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) – 29% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul (IST) – 25% of one-stop connections
    • Dubai Intl (DXB) – 18% 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 £598 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at £788, a difference of £190.

    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 08m, compared to 16h 25m via Istanbul (IST) and 17h 03m via Zurich (ZRH).

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

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

  • What popular places can I visit in Cape Town?

    Some of the most popular sights in Cape Town are Newlands Cricket Ground, Camps Bay Beach, and Sea Point Pavilion. 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 £598, about £190 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 £503 return in that month – typically £534 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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