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$78+ Cheap flights from Zurich (ZRH) to Budapest (BUD)

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 3/26. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ZRH — BUD
Mar 13 — Mar 201
Thu 3/13
Thu 3/20
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Zurich to Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl are usually found in February or January, booked 86 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Wednesday and return on a Thursday

Cheap 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 March 8, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$180
(Lufthansa)

One-way from

$78
(Mytrip)

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$261

Good round-trip deal

$222 or less

Good one-way deal

$188 or less
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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 March 8, 2025.

This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/17:10 amZRH - BUD
Nonstop1h 35mSWISS
Wed 9/248:00 pmBUD - ZRH
Nonstop1h 35mSWISS
Deal found 3/7$180
This Air Serbia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air Serbia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/18:40 pmZRH - BUD
1 stop18h 00mAir Serbia
Sat 4/59:45 amBUD - ZRH
1 stop22h 55mAir Serbia
Deal found 3/7$181
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/19:30 amZRH - BUD
1 stop5h 10mMultiple Airlines
Tue 7/89:30 amBUD - ZRH
Nonstop1h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/7$203
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/1311:50 amZRH - BUD
1 stop4h 25mKLM
Sun 3/166:30 amBUD - ZRH
1 stop4h 20mKLM
Deal found 3/7$259
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 7/57:15 pmZRH - BUD
1 stop4h 20mLufthansa
Mon 7/76:05 amBUD - ZRH
2 stops9h 40mLufthansa
Deal found 3/7$273
This Brussels Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Brussels Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/219:00 amZRH - BUD
1 stop14h 00mBrussels Airlines
Fri 4/256:35 amBUD - ZRH
1 stop12h 45mBrussels Airlines
Deal found 3/7$312
This Austrian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Austrian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/188:50 pmZRH - BUD
1 stop13h 45mAustrian Airlines
Mon 4/2111:15 amBUD - ZRH
1 stop20h 50mAustrian Airlines
Deal found 3/7$429
This LOT deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure LOT is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/310:30 amZRH - BUD
1 stop6h 25mLOT
Thu 7/38:25 pmBUD - ZRH
1 stop13h 15mLOT
Deal found 3/7$587

Find flights from Zurich to Budapest within your budget

Customize 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated March 8, 2025.

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ZurichBudapest

ZRH - BUD

ZRHBUD

Zurich

Mon 9/1

7:10 am-8:45 am

Nonstop1h 35m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Wed 9/24

8:00 pm-9:35 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

$180

ZurichBudapest

ZRH - BUD

ZRHBUD

Zurich

Tue 4/1

8:40 pm-2:40 pm

1 stop18h 00m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Sat 4/5

9:45 am-8:40 am

1 stop22h 55m

$181

ZurichBudapest

ZRH - BUD

ZRHBUD

Zurich

Tue 7/1

9:30 am-2:40 pm

1 stop5h 10m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Wed 7/9

2:55 pm-4:35 pm

Nonstop1h 40m

$203

ZurichBudapest

ZRH - BUD

ZRHBUD

Zurich

Thu 4/3

2:20 pm-11:05 pm

1 stop8h 45m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Tue 4/8

5:25 pm-10:25 pm

1 stop5h 00m

$259

ZurichBudapest

ZRH - BUD

ZRHBUD

Zurich

Sat 7/5

7:15 pm-11:35 pm

1 stop4h 20m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Mon 7/7

6:05 am-3:45 pm

2 stops9h 40m

$273

ZurichBudapest

ZRH - BUD

ZRHBUD

Zurich

Mon 4/21

9:00 am-11:00 pm

1 stop14h 00m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Fri 4/25

6:35 am-7:20 pm

1 stop12h 45m

$312

ZurichBudapest

ZRH - BUD

ZRHBUD

Zurich

Fri 4/18

8:50 pm-10:35 am

1 stop13h 45m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Mon 4/21

11:15 am-8:05 am

1 stop20h 50m

$429

ZurichBudapest

ZRH - BUD

ZRHBUD

Zurich

Thu 7/3

10:30 am-4:55 pm

1 stop6h 25m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Thu 7/3

8:25 pm-9:40 am

1 stop13h 15m

$587

ZurichBudapest

ZRH - BUD

ZRHBUD

Zurich

Wed 3/26

4:20 pm-10:55 pm

1 stop6h 35m

$78

ZurichBudapest

ZRH - BUD

ZRHBUD

Zurich

Tue 7/29

9:30 am-2:40 pm

1 stop5h 10m

$92

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Compare providers for flights from Zurich to Budapest

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Zurich to Budapest in March.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Zurich-Budapest flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Zurich-Budapest flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Zurich-Budapest flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Zurich-Budapest flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Zurich-Budapest flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Zurich to Budapest

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Budapest from Zurich with our price prediction graph.
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Travel insights for flights from Zurich to Budapest

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Zurich to Budapest including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Zurich to Budapest?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Zurich to Budapest. Price data was last updated on February 28, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Zurich to Budapest, you should look to book at least 86 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Zurich to Budapest (average of $656). Flying from Zurich to Budapest in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,216). 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 March 8, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Zurich to Budapest in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 38% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

Weekly flight availability from Zurich to Budapest

Explore weekly flight availability from Zurich to Budapest. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated March 8, 2025.

The most flights from ZRH to BUD are scheduled on a Monday (10 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 on average).

Rainfall in Budapest by month

Plan your trip to Budapest by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Budapest ranges from 1.2 - 2.8 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 2.8 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Budapest when rainfall is around 1.2 in.

Temperature in Budapest by month

Plan your trip to Budapest by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Budapest, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 68.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 32.0 F).

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 March 8, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Zurich to Budapest, see what other customers have to say about KLM, LOT and Austrian Airlines. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,322 reviews

Comfort

7.7

Food

7.3

Overall

7.8

Crew

8.4

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

LBA - AMS

Overall, the flight from Leeds Bradford to Amsterdam was at expected. The crew were efficient at boarding and professional on board. The only issue was extremely slow check in at Leeds Bradford which was very frustrating.

KLM
7.8
Good
1,322 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,322 reviews

Comfort

7.7

Food

7.3

Overall

7.8

Crew

8.4

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

LBA - AMS

Overall, the flight from Leeds Bradford to Amsterdam was at expected. The crew were efficient at boarding and professional on board. The only issue was extremely slow check in at Leeds Bradford which was very frustrating.

LOT
7.6
Good
1,064 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,322 reviews

Comfort

7.7

Food

7.3

Overall

7.8

Crew

8.4

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

LBA - AMS

Overall, the flight from Leeds Bradford to Amsterdam was at expected. The crew were efficient at boarding and professional on board. The only issue was extremely slow check in at Leeds Bradford which was very frustrating.

Austrian Airlines
7.5
Good
765 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,322 reviews

Comfort

7.7

Food

7.3

Overall

7.8

Crew

8.4

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

LBA - AMS

Overall, the flight from Leeds Bradford to Amsterdam was at expected. The crew were efficient at boarding and professional on board. The only issue was extremely slow check in at Leeds Bradford which was very frustrating.

SWISS
7.5
Good
1,566 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,322 reviews

Comfort

7.7

Food

7.3

Overall

7.8

Crew

8.4

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

LBA - AMS

Overall, the flight from Leeds Bradford to Amsterdam was at expected. The crew were efficient at boarding and professional on board. The only issue was extremely slow check in at Leeds Bradford which was very frustrating.

Brussels Airlines
7.3
Good
341 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,322 reviews

Comfort

7.7

Food

7.3

Overall

7.8

Crew

8.4

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

LBA - AMS

Overall, the flight from Leeds Bradford to Amsterdam was at expected. The crew were efficient at boarding and professional on board. The only issue was extremely slow check in at Leeds Bradford which was very frustrating.

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 are 6 flights 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.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Zurich to Budapest round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Zurich to Budapest is SWISS. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $180 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Air Serbia and KLM, starting at $181 and $259 round-trip. Users have found that SWISS is 41% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Zurich to Budapest one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $92 on Air Serbia. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include KLM from $178 and SWISS from $187 one-way.

  • 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: airBaltic (91%), TAP AIR PORTUGAL (82%), Helvetic Airways (81%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Zurich to Budapest?

    While on average a flight from Zurich to Budapest is generally $247, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $150. When looking at the most popular route, (Zurich - Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl), you can expect to pay $182 for that flight.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Zurich to Budapest that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Zurich to Budapest flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Zurich to Budapest?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Zurich to Budapest.

  • 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Zurich to Budapest (average of $656). Flying from Zurich to Budapest in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,216). 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.

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