$126 Cheap Flights from Zürich (ZRH) to Budapest (BUD)

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Cheap Flights from Zürich to Budapest (ZRH-BUD)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $126 for one-way flights and $199 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Swiss International Air Lines
Wed, Nov 19 - Sat, Nov 22
ZRH
Zürich
BUD
Budapest
$199 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$199
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Swiss International Air Lines flight, departing Wed, Nov 19 from Zürich to Budapest, returning Sat, Nov 22, priced at $199 found 1 day ago
Swiss International Air Lines
Sat, Dec 6 - Fri, Dec 12
ZRH
Zürich
BUD
Budapest
$200 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$200
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Swiss International Air Lines flight, departing Sat, Dec 6 from Zürich to Budapest, returning Fri, Dec 12, priced at $200 found 1 day ago
Swiss International Air Lines
Wed, Dec 17 - Thu, Dec 25
ZRH
Zürich
BUD
Budapest
$201 Roundtrip, found 6 hours ago
$201
Roundtrip
found 6 hours ago
Select Swiss International Air Lines flight, departing Wed, Dec 17 from Zürich to Budapest, returning Thu, Dec 25, priced at $201 found 6 hours ago
Swiss International Air Lines
Tue, Mar 10 - Sat, Mar 14
ZRH
Zürich
BUD
Budapest
$215 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$215
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Swiss International Air Lines flight, departing Tue, Mar 10 from Zürich to Budapest, returning Sat, Mar 14, priced at $215 found 4 days ago
Swiss International Air Lines
Wed, Nov 19 - Sat, Nov 22
ZRH
Zürich
BUD
Budapest
$230 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$230
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Swiss International Air Lines flight, departing Wed, Nov 19 from Zürich to Budapest, returning Sat, Nov 22, priced at $230 found 1 day ago
Air Serbia
Sat, Mar 7 - Tue, Mar 17
ZRH
Zürich
BUD
Budapest
$246 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$246
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Air Serbia flight, departing Sat, Mar 7 from Zürich to Budapest, returning Tue, Mar 17, priced at $246 found 1 day ago
Scandinavian Airlines
Mon, Apr 6 - Wed, Apr 22
ZRH
Zürich
BUD
Budapest
$248 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$248
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Scandinavian Airlines flight, departing Mon, Apr 6 from Zürich to Budapest, returning Wed, Apr 22, priced at $248 found 6 days ago
Lufthansa
Wed, Aug 5 - Fri, Aug 28
ZRH
Zürich
BUD
Budapest
$264 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$264
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Lufthansa flight, departing Wed, Aug 5 from Zürich to Budapest, returning Fri, Aug 28, priced at $264 found 3 days ago
Brussels Airlines
Wed, Aug 5 - Fri, Aug 28
ZRH
Zürich
BUD
Budapest
$272 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$272
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Brussels Airlines flight, departing Wed, Aug 5 from Zürich to Budapest, returning Fri, Aug 28, priced at $272 found 3 days ago
Austrian Airlines
Fri, Nov 7 - Sat, Nov 15
ZRH
Zürich
BUD
Budapest
$273 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$273
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Austrian Airlines flight, departing Fri, Nov 7 from Zürich to Budapest, returning Sat, Nov 15, priced at $273 found 3 days ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Zürich (ZRH) to Budapest (BUD)

February is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $174 - $235 per traveler.

Alternative airports near Budapest

Prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices and availability are subject to change.

Select flight to Ferenc Liszt Intl. BUD. Cheapest and Closest option available. Average driving time to city center is 21 minutes. Flights from $199
BUD
Ferenc Liszt Intl.
CheapestClosest
Average driving time to city center21 min
Flights from $199
Flights from Zürich (ZRH) to Budapest (BUD)
Origin airport
Zürich
Destination airport
Ferenc Liszt Intl.
Airlines serving
Aegean, Aer Lingus, Air France, Air Serbia, Austrian Airlines, British Airways, Brussels Airlines, Eurowings, Iberia, KLM, LOT-Polish Airlines, Lufthansa, Scandinavian Airlines, Swiss International Air Lines
Roundtrip price
$198
Distance
499 mi
Average flight time
1 hour 36 mins

Zürich to Budapest Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Zürich to Budapest

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from Zürich to Budapest are during the month of November. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Zürich to Budapest with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from Zürich to Budapest

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Zürich to Budapest: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

 

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from Zürich to Budapest

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from Zürich to Budapest in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $126 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

 

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap Zürich to Budapest flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

 

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your Zürich to Budapest airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

 

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

 

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Ferenc Liszt Intl. Airport (BUD) cost?
Snag a cheap one-way flight from $126 or cheap return flight from $199 from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Ferenc Liszt Intl. Airport (BUD) with Expedia. Enter your travel dates and sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to find our cheapest flight deals on this route.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Ferenc Liszt Intl. Airport (BUD)?
The cheapest month to fly from ZRH to BUD is November, when there's less demand. Off-peak season is usually when airlines offer better prices between these airports.
Which airlines fly direct from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Ferenc Liszt Intl. Airport (BUD)?
When flying out of Zurich Airport (ZRH), you can board a direct flight to Ferenc Liszt Intl. Airport (BUD) with SWISS.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Ferenc Liszt Intl. Airport (BUD)?
Use the filters on Expedia to compare airlines and find the most affordable carrier that'll take you from ZRH to BUD. Then, sort your results by "Price (lowest to highest)" to snag a great deal.
How many flights per day from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Ferenc Liszt Intl. Airport (BUD)?
With an average of 3 nonstop flights departing from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Ferenc Liszt Intl. Airport (BUD) daily, you'll be off on your next adventure in no time.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Ferenc Liszt Intl. Airport (BUD)?
More passengers fly between ZRH and BUD at 12 PM than at any other time. Prefer a quieter experience? Travel outside of rush hours and you could save on your fare as well.
What day of the week has the most flights from ZRH to BUD?
If you travel on a Wednesday, you'll get the largest range of options for flights from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Ferenc Liszt Intl. Airport (BUD).
What is the earliest flight from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Ferenc Liszt Intl. Airport (BUD)?
Catch the earliest flight at around 7:10AM UTC+1, heading out of Zurich Airport (ZRH). You'll be traveling for roughly 1h 35m, touching down at Ferenc Liszt Intl. Airport (BUD) at approximately 8:45AM UTC+1.
How long does it take to fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Ferenc Liszt Intl. Airport (BUD)?
It takes roughly 1 hour and 36 minutes to travel the 500 mi from ZRH to BUD.
What airline has the least delays from ZRH to BUD?
United Airlines has the strongest track record for on-time direct flights from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Ferenc Liszt Intl. Airport (BUD), with an on-time score of 88%. Use the Expedia App to view your journey status before you take off and get notified of any changes.
What is the best time to fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Ferenc Liszt Intl. Airport (BUD)?
To avoid potential delays on the Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Ferenc Liszt Intl. Airport (BUD) route, aim to travel before 3 PM. Flights after this time have a 22% higher chance of being canceled.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG's global flight data platform.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Ferenc Liszt Intl. Airport (BUD) last-minute?
Booking your flight from ZRH to BUD shortly before your journey is generally more expensive. However, if you're flexible with your travel dates and times, you could land a cheap last-minute fare.
Is it cheaper to book a ZRH to BUD flight and hotel package?
Compared with arranging flights and hotels separately, booking a ZRH to BUD flight and hotel package with Expedia could lead to significant savings. Better still, having it all in one place will take the hassle out of travel planning. Simply secure your flights and select from our wide range of hotels, then customize your trip with other add-ons like activities and car rentals.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Ferenc Liszt Intl. Airport (BUD)?
You can usually cancel or reschedule your ZRH to BUD flight. However, for bookings made more than 24 hours ago, additional fees may apply. Check your airline's policies in your itinerary to see what changes are allowed and whether any costs are involved. You'll also find further details on our Customer Service portal.

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