Flying from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD): what you need to know
The timezone in Budapest is UTC+1, which is one hour behind Johannesburg.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your JNB to BUD flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
If you want to add a stop to your trip, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between JNB and BUD:
Zurich Airport
Frankfurt Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
How to find the cheapest flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way O.R. Tambo International Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport flight is 357 €. A return fare is currently 474 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from JNB to BUD if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird rates.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the lowest price in each month when looking for a flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport.
You won't have to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as there's a change in price on cheap flights from JNB to BUD.
Tailor your flights using filters. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport.
Handy information about O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
Of the flights that depart from O.R. Tambo International Airport, 77.1% touch down on time at their destination.
To get to O.R. Tambo International Airport from central Johannesburg, it'll take around 30 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 29 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
Get your break off to a stress-free start by staying near JNB. Whether you're catching an early flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on an O.R. Tambo International Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near BUD instead:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Klass Wagen, Dryyve or Green Motion and experience more of Budapest and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, book your vehicle from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport about four weeks before you set off.
Getting from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) to central Budapest
Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to the centre of Budapest has a drive time of around 30 minutes. It's approximately 24 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre by public transport takes roughly 1 hour.
When to fly to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Budapest. If you're after a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Budapest is August, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Lock in your flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
January has average temperatures of between -8ºC (18ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF). Search for cheap tickets from JNB to BUD sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Hungary
Debrecen is just one of the many places in Hungary waiting to be discovered after you've seen Budapest. Around 193 kilometres away to the east, top sights here include Deri Museum, Hortobagy National Park and Debrecen Zoo and Amusement Park.
Around 145 kilometres north-east of Budapest, Miskolc is another favourite stop in Hungary. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Galya-tető (Miskolc), DVTK Szabadidő Park and Munkástrón.
