$134 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 $134 for one-way flights and $200 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Swiss International Air Lines
Thu, Oct 30 - Wed, Nov 5
ZRH
Zürich
BUD
Budapest
$200 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$200
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Swiss International Air Lines flight, departing Thu, Oct 30 from Zürich to Budapest, returning Wed, Nov 5, priced at $200 found 1 hour ago
Swiss International Air Lines
Wed, Oct 29 - Sat, Nov 1
ZRH
Zürich
BUD
Budapest
$201 Roundtrip, found 8 hours ago
$201
Roundtrip
found 8 hours ago
Select Swiss International Air Lines flight, departing Wed, Oct 29 from Zürich to Budapest, returning Sat, Nov 1, priced at $201 found 8 hours ago
Swiss International Air Lines
Sat, Mar 28 - Sun, Mar 29
ZRH
Zürich
BUD
Budapest
$232 Roundtrip, just found
$232
Roundtrip
just found
Select Swiss International Air Lines flight, departing Sat, Mar 28 from Zürich to Budapest, returning Sun, Mar 29, priced at $232 just found
Lufthansa
Thu, Feb 12 - Tue, Feb 24
ZRH
Zürich
BUD
Budapest
$234 Roundtrip, found 10 hours ago
$234
Roundtrip
found 10 hours ago
Select Lufthansa flight, departing Thu, Feb 12 from Zürich to Budapest, returning Tue, Feb 24, priced at $234 found 10 hours ago
Brussels Airlines
Thu, Feb 12 - Sat, Feb 14
ZRH
Zürich
BUD
Budapest
$237 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$237
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Brussels Airlines flight, departing Thu, Feb 12 from Zürich to Budapest, returning Sat, Feb 14, priced at $237 found 1 hour ago
Swiss International Air Lines
Sat, Mar 28 - Sun, Mar 29
ZRH
Zürich
BUD
Budapest
$237 Roundtrip, just found
$237
Roundtrip
just found
Select Swiss International Air Lines flight, departing Sat, Mar 28 from Zürich to Budapest, returning Sun, Mar 29, priced at $237 just found
Scandinavian Airlines
Mon, Nov 10 - Wed, Nov 12
ZRH
Zürich
BUD
Budapest
$252 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$252
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Scandinavian Airlines flight, departing Mon, Nov 10 from Zürich to Budapest, returning Wed, Nov 12, priced at $252 found 1 day ago
Air Serbia
Mon, Oct 6 - Thu, Oct 9
ZRH
Zürich
BUD
Budapest
$264 Roundtrip, just found
$264
Roundtrip
just found
Select Air Serbia flight, departing Mon, Oct 6 from Zürich to Budapest, returning Thu, Oct 9, priced at $264 just found
Lufthansa
Thu, Feb 12 - Sat, Feb 14
ZRH
Zürich
BUD
Budapest
$274 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$274
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Lufthansa flight, departing Thu, Feb 12 from Zürich to Budapest, returning Sat, Feb 14, priced at $274 found 1 hour ago
Brussels Airlines
Thu, Feb 12 - Tue, Feb 24
ZRH
Zürich
BUD
Budapest
$275 Roundtrip, found 10 hours ago
$275
Roundtrip
found 10 hours ago
Select Brussels Airlines flight, departing Thu, Feb 12 from Zürich to Budapest, returning Tue, Feb 24, priced at $275 found 10 hours ago

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

March is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $173 - $228 per traveler.

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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 $331
BUD
Ferenc Liszt Intl.
CheapestClosest
Average driving time to city center21 min
Flights from $331
Flights from Zürich (ZRH) to Budapest (BUD)
Origin airport
Zürich
Destination airport
Ferenc Liszt Intl.
Airlines serving
Aegean, Aer Lingus, Air Baltic, 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
$200
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 October. 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 $134 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?
You can score affordable return tickets from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Ferenc Liszt Intl. Airport (BUD) starting from $295. Snag a seat and be on your way. This information is based on the cheapest price found on Expedia for this return journey departing within the next three months. This airfare is for a Swiss International Air Lines flight leaving ZRH on July 10 2025 and touching down at BUD. The price was last updated on July 8 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from ZRH to BUD?
The cheapest flights from ZRH to BUD are usually during off-peak season, when demand is lower. To save money, avoid flying during public holidays, school breaks and major local events.
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 ZRH to BUD?
Right now, the cheapest carrier operating one-way flights from ZRH to BUD is Swiss International Air Lines. You can take off on this route from $223. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from ZRH on September 21 2025. Prices were last updated on July 8 2025 and have not changed since.
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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