How to find cheap flights to Hungary
Score a better price on a flight to Hungary by leaving from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo, often the most budget-friendly departure option.
You'll get even more value by touching down at Budapest.
The cheapest time to visit Hungary is generally during June.
The lowest price for a one-way flight is R 6,360. A return ticket starts from R 10,277.
Flexible on where you land if it saves you money? Discover the cheapest places to fly into by adding your departure airport, then entering 'Hungary' in the 'To' field.
Alternatively, select 'Add nearby airports' at the beginning of your search if you already know your destination city. This will display flight prices for nearby arrival airports so you can quickly find the best deal.
Take the guesswork out of timing by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an automatic notification whenever the price drops on your route.
Around one month ahead is a great time to book your plane ticket. This is a general recommendation for finding the lowest prices.
The best time to go to Hungary
To find the month with the cheapest flights, use the 'Whole month' tool. If you have flexible travel dates, search for the green prices on the calendar — they highlight the lowest fares available that month.
June is the most popular month to travel. Go then if you want that peak season buzz, but maybe skip it if saving money is the priority.
Travel in December if you'd rather avoid the crowds. This is the least busy time of year and also when plane tickets to Hungary tend to be cheaper.
Think about your travel preferences and let the weather guide your choice. August is one of the warmest months in Hungary, with average highs of 28ºC (82ºF).
Visit sometime around January if you prefer cooler conditions. The average lows then are -1ºC (30ºF).
March tends to be the driest, while May has the most rain.
Depending on exactly where you go and when, also take into account weather risks like periods of heavy rainfall and times of severe winter cold.
Getting to Hungary
Here's a summary of the airlines flying into this destination most often, along with approximate monthly flight totals:
Istanbul, Munich and Rome are some of the major hubs used as stopovers on flights to Hungary. Stops vary by route, so check the connection details for your departure city.
Places to visit in Hungary
Budapest
Located in Budapest főváros and with a population of roughly 1.7 million, this city should be toward the top of your must-do list.
Classic stops include Fisherman's Bastion, Hungarian Parliament Building and St. Stephen's Basilica.
Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) handles the majority of international flights into Budapest. You'll find some excellent flight deals to Hungary landing at this major hub.
Ready to book your perfect base? Browse the full range of hotels in Budapest.
Debrecen
See a different side of things in this Hajdú-Bihar County city of around 200,000 people.
Hortobágy National Park, Nagyerdei Park and Debreceni Zsinagóga are an ideal introduction to the highlights.
Debrecen International Airport (DEB) is the main airport serving the city.
After your plane ticket is locked in, you can move on to finding the right stay among the hotels in Debrecen.
Miskolc
Want fresh ideas for places to visit in Hungary? This city of about 170,000 people in Borsod-Abaúj-Zemplén County has plenty to discover.
Well-known attractions to explore while you're here include Miskolc Greek Catholic Cathedral of Assumption, Pannontenger Museum and The Minorite Church.
Whether you want something no frills or full of flair, hotels in Miskolc offer options for every kind of trip.
Good to know
Make sure you know the entry rules before you go. Rules can change depending on your passport, reason for travel and length of stay. Always check with reliable sources like embassy websites or your airline.
The local currency is the Hungarian Forint (HUF). You can get by comfortably using credit and debit cards almost everywhere.
ATMs (automatic teller machines) are common in cities large and small, so access is unlikely to be an issue.
In Hungary, tipping is expected. How much you leave usually reflects the level of service you receive.
Staying connected is easy, with high Wi-Fi coverage across most places travellers hang out.
Hungary has a population of around 10 million. The capital city is Budapest.
The same time is used throughout this destination, with just one standard time zone based on UTC+1.
Hungary is located in Europe within the Eastern Europe subregion.
Hoping to time your flight to Hungary with a big occasion? Well-known events worth planning around include the Budapest Spring Festival, the Sziget music and cultural festival and the Balaton Sound music festival.
Complete your trip with hotels and a car hire
A cheap ticket to Hungary will get you there. Your next move is planning the stay. Discover great prices and exclusive rates for hotels in Hungary. For the freedom to explore at your own pace, also check out the range of car hire options in Hungary.
