This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 15/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ZRH — BUD
20 Sep — 27 Sep1
Return
1 adult
Economy
Return
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Zurich to Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl are usually found in February or January, booked 73 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Monday
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Cheapest flights from Zurich to Budapest
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Zurich to Budapest. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 21 August 2026.
Sun 8/1120:50 -
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Fri 13/1118:45 -
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Deal found 17/8£144
Sun 13/914:35 -
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Sun 20/918:45 -
1 stop13h 55m
Deal found 16/8£145
Mon 12/1021:55 -
2 stops16h 50m
Thu 15/1005:55 -
2 stops15h 00m
Deal found 16/8£146
Thu 19/1107:10 -
Nonstop1h 40m
Sat 21/1106:15 -
Nonstop1h 40m
Deal found 16/8£155
Wed 25/1121:10 -
Nonstop1h 35m
Sat 28/1106:15 -
Nonstop1h 40m
Deal found 18/8£156
Mon 12/1020:40 -
1 stop18h 00m
Fri 16/1018:45 -
1 stop13h 55m
Deal found 18/8£164
Wed 2/920:40 -
1 stop14h 15m
Sat 5/915:15 -
1 stop4h 35m
Deal found 19/8£165
Tue 10/1109:30 -
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Sat 14/1115:10 -
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Deal found 19/8£166
Thu 15/1009:30 -
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Sun 18/1018:45 -
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Deal found 20/8£167
Tue 22/920:40 -
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Thu 24/915:15 -
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Deal found 20/8£167
Wed 26/820:40 -
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Sun 30/815:15 -
1 stop17h 25m
Deal found 16/8£170
Wed 2/920:40 -
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Thu 3/915:15 -
1 stop17h 25m
Deal found 20/8£171
Best flights from Zurich to Budapest
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Zurich to Budapest that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 21 August 2026.
Mon 12/1020:40 -
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Fri 16/1018:45 -
1 stop13h 55m
Deal found 19/8£166
Sun 8/1117:35 -
Nonstop1h 35m
Fri 13/1107:50 -
1 stop4h 30m
Deal found 17/8£176
Wed 4/1121:10 -
Nonstop1h 35m
Sun 8/1106:15 -
Nonstop1h 40m
Deal found 16/8£200
Sat 5/917:35 -
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Mon 7/911:25 -
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Deal found 21/8£213
Tue 1/915:10 -
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Sat 5/911:25 -
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Deal found 16/8£166
Sun 20/1209:30 -
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Thu 24/1211:25 -
1 stop21h 20m
Deal found 18/8£186
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Deal found 20/8£218
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Deal found 20/8£218
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Mon 12/1015:15 -
1 stop17h 25m
Deal found 16/8£231
Direct flights from Zurich to Budapest
Explore direct flight options from Zurich to Budapest based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Data last updated 21 August 2026.
Thu 19/1107:10 -
Nonstop1h 40m
Sat 21/1106:15 -
Nonstop1h 40m
Deal found 16/8£155
Wed 25/1121:10 -
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Sat 28/1106:15 -
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Deal found 18/8£156
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Sun 13/1206:15 -
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Deal found 17/8£178
Mon 16/1117:35 -
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Sat 21/1106:15 -
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Deal found 21/8£181
Fri 13/1107:10 -
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Sun 15/1106:15 -
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Deal found 18/8£192
Wed 4/1121:10 -
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Sun 8/1106:15 -
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Deal found 16/8£200
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Mon 19/1020:00 -
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Deal found 19/8£200
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Mon 12/1014:50 -
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Deal found 17/8£222
Sat 17/1007:20 -
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Mon 19/1020:00 -
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Deal found 19/8£223
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Sat 10/1009:45 -
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Deal found 16/8£241
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Deal found 17/8£242
Last-minute flights from Zurich to Budapest
Discover last-minute flight deals from Zurich to Budapest. Data last updated 21 August 2026 and is based on user searches.
Wed 26/814:35 -
1 stop20h 20m
Sat 29/815:15 -
1 stop4h 35m
Deal found 16/8£170
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Sat 5/911:25 -
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Deal found 16/8£166
Wed 2/920:40 -
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Thu 3/915:15 -
1 stop4h 35m
Deal found 19/8£165
Wed 2/921:55 -
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Sat 5/911:25 -
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Deal found 21/8£167
Wed 2/920:40 -
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Sun 6/915:15 -
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Deal found 21/8£172
Sun 13/914:35 -
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Sun 20/918:45 -
1 stop13h 55m
Deal found 16/8£145
Sat 19/917:35 -
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Thu 1/1017:25 -
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Deal found 20/8£176
Tue 22/920:40 -
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Thu 24/915:15 -
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Deal found 20/8£167
Sun 27/920:40 -
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Sun 4/1018:45 -
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Deal found 17/8£144
Mon 28/920:40 -
1 stop18h 00m
Fri 2/1015:15 -
1 stop4h 35m
Deal found 17/8£164
One-way flights from Zurich to Budapest
Search for one-way flight options from Zurich to Budapest. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 21 August 2026.
Tue 15/908:30 -
1 stop25h 55m
Deal found 16/8£60
Thu 26/1121:55 -
1 stop25h 25m
Deal found 19/8£61
Thu 12/1109:30 -
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Deal found 17/8£72
Tue 20/1009:30 -
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Deal found 18/8£73
Mon 5/1020:40 -
1 stop18h 00m
Deal found 19/8£73
Wed 26/820:40 -
1 stop14h 15m
Deal found 16/8£78
Tue 20/1014:20 -
1 stop8h 55m
Deal found 21/8£89
Sun 30/820:40 -
1 stop14h 15m
Deal found 17/8£93
Sat 3/1020:55 -
1 stop23h 35m
Deal found 18/8£100
Wed 26/808:00 -
1 stop8h 05m
Deal found 18/8£112
Find flight deals from Zurich to Budapest
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Zurich (ZRH) to Budapest (BUD). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 21 August 2026.
Customise your flight search to find flights from Zurich to Budapest that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 7,457,451 searches. Data last updated 21 August 2026.
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ZurichBudapest
ZRH Zurich - BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
ZRHBUD
Zurich
Mon 12/10
20:40-14:40
1 stop18h 00m
Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
Fri 16/10
18:45-08:40
1 stop13h 55m
£166
ZurichBudapest
ZRH Zurich - BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
ZRHBUD
Zurich
Tue 1/9
15:10-14:40
1 stop23h 30m
Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
Sat 5/9
11:25-19:50
1 stop8h 25m
£166
ZurichBudapest
ZRH Zurich - BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
ZRHBUD
Zurich
Sun 8/11
17:35-19:10
Nonstop1h 35m
Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
Fri 13/11
07:50-12:20
1 stop4h 30m
£176
ZurichBudapest
ZRH Zurich - BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
ZRHBUD
Zurich
Sun 20/12
09:30-18:15
1 stop8h 45m
Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
Thu 24/12
11:25-08:45
1 stop21h 20m
£186
Fastest return journey
ZurichBudapest
ZRH Zurich - BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
ZRHBUD
Zurich
Wed 4/11
21:10-22:45
Nonstop1h 35m
Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
Sun 8/11
06:15-07:55
Nonstop1h 40m
£200
ZurichBudapest
ZRH Zurich - BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
ZRHBUD
Zurich
Sat 5/9
17:35-23:15
1 stop5h 40m
Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
Mon 7/9
11:25-16:45
1 stop5h 20m
£213
ZurichBudapest
ZRH Zurich - BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
ZRHBUD
Zurich
Mon 31/8
09:30-14:40
1 stop5h 10m
Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
Sat 5/9
11:25-19:50
1 stop8h 25m
£218
ZurichBudapest
ZRH Zurich - BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
ZRHBUD
Zurich
Sun 6/9
14:35-14:40
1 stop24h 05m
Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
Sun 13/9
18:45-08:40
1 stop13h 55m
£218
ZurichBudapest
ZRH Zurich - BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
ZRHBUD
Zurich
Fri 9/10
09:30-14:40
1 stop5h 10m
Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
Mon 12/10
15:15-08:40
1 stop17h 25m
£231
Cheapest one-way
Fastest single journey
ZurichBudapest
ZRH Zurich - BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
ZRHBUD
Zurich
Thu 12/11
09:30-14:40
1 stop5h 10m
£72
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Zurich to Budapest
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How far ahead should I book a flight from Zurich to Budapest?
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Zurich to Budapest, you should look to book at least 72 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Zurich to Budapest?
Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Zurich to Budapest (average of £214). Flying from Zurich to Budapest in May is currently the most expensive (average of £338). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.
What is the cheapest time of day to fly from ZRH to BUD?
Find hourly flight availability from Zurich to Budapest. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 21 August 2026.
Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Zurich to Budapest as you normally would.
How much does it cost for a return flight from Zurich to Budapest?
Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
Zurich to Budapest flights typically cost between £226 and £343 in November.The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was £144 on Air Serbia (8 Nov–13 Nov).
How often are flights from Zurich to Budapest delayed?
About 19% of weekly flights between Zurich and Budapest have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 87 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for Zurich to Budapest flights?
Historically, flights departing in the evening are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the early afternoon tend to experience delays more often.
What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?
Tuesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Friday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.
Which airline has the best punctuality record on Zurich to Budapest flights?
Over the past year, SWISS have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 16% of flights being delayed.
Reviews of airlines servicing Budapest
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Budapest. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Budapest. Reviews last updated 21 August 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with SWISS from Zurich to Budapest by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Swiss International Airlines is heading towards becoming a budget carrier. The seats are in comfortable and have absolutely no recline. The crew are friendly, but offer a few services. At least they all line is usually punctual.
Swiss International Airlines is heading towards becoming a budget carrier. The seats are in comfortable and have absolutely no recline. The crew are friendly, but offer a few services. At least they all line is usually punctual.
Related info for your journey
Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Zurich to Budapest. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
What airports do I use to fly from Zurich to Budapest?
You will need to book a flight from Zurich to Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl if you want to fly from Zurich to Budapest. At least 1 airline has flights from Zurich (ZRH) to Ferenc Liszt Intl (BUD) on a regular basis. There is 1 flight to Budapest from the Zurich airport per day. If you manage to book one that is nonstop, then you can expect the flight time from ZRH to BUD to be around 1h 35m.
How popular is this Zurich to Budapest flight route?
This flight path from Zurich to Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl was viewed by 3 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.
How long is the flight from Zurich to Budapest?
A quick flight from Zurich to Budapest can take about 18h. Air Serbia provides one of the quickest options available for as low as £166. There are 499 mi between Zurich and Budapest.
What is the cheapest airline to fly from Zurich to Budapest round-trip?
Currently priced at £99, SWISS will fly you from Zurich to Budapest and back. In addition to SWISS, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. SWISS is currently priced 63% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.
What are the most reliable airlines from Zurich to Budapest?
Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Zurich to Budapest on time: Helvetic Airways (73%), Air Canada (71%), Edelweiss Air (67%).
What are the cheapest flights from Zurich to Budapest?
On average you can expect to pay £409 for a flight from Zurich to Budapest. The cheapest flight overall is £245 while the most popular route, (Zurich - Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl) is currently priced at £330.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Zurich to Budapest?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Zurich to Budapest by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Zurich to Budapest?
Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Zurich to Budapest (average of £214). Flying from Zurich to Budapest in May is currently the most expensive (average of £338). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.
Explore flights to Budapest departing from other origins. Flights are based on user searches made on Cheapflights and were last updated on 21 August 2026.
Discover the top airline that operate flights from Zurich to Budapest. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 7,457,451 searches. Data last updated 21 August 2026.
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