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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Budapest from $649

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 26/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — BUD
24 Dec — 31 Dec1
1 adult

The best prices from Melbourne to Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl are usually found in March or October, booked 82 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Sunday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to Budapest

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (MEL) 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 19 December 2024.

Round-trip from

$1,421

One-way from

$649

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$2,289
China Eastern
  • China Eastern
  • 14/3-29/3
  • 4 total stops
  • 68h 00m total
  • Melbourne to Budapest
26/3
  • 26/3
  • 3 total stops
  • 35h 00m total
  • Melbourne to Budapest
High demand for flights, 20% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 3% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in December 2024

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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to Budapest
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to Budapest. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 19 December 2024.

Tue 31/1203:25MEL - BUD
2 stops29h 50mMultiple Airlines
Tue 7/114:40BUD - MEL
2 stops30h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/12$2,391
Tue 24/1212:00MEL - BUD
1 stop29h 05mChina Eastern
Tue 31/1211:30BUD - MEL
1 stop40h 35mChina Eastern
Deal found 19/12$2,399
Mon 30/1222:40MEL - BUD
2 stops24h 10mTurkish Airlines
Mon 27/109:15BUD - MEL
2 stops34h 25mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 19/12$2,926
Tue 31/1203:25MEL - BUD
2 stops44h 10mEmirates
Tue 7/115:10BUD - MEL
3 stops28h 30mEmirates
Deal found 18/12$2,953
Mon 30/1223:30MEL - BUD
1 stop23h 45mQatar Airways
Mon 27/109:05BUD - MEL
1 stop23h 20mQatar Airways
Deal found 18/12$3,227
Mon 30/1216:55MEL - BUD
2 stops31h 30mKLM
Mon 27/106:30BUD - MEL
3 stops38h 25mKLM
Deal found 19/12$3,254

Find flights from Melbourne to Budapest within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Melbourne 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 647,157 searches. Data last updated 19 December 2024.

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MelbourneBudapest

MEL - BUD

MELBUD

Melbourne

Fri 14/3

12:00-16:00

2 stops38h 00m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Sat 29/3

18:00-10:00

2 stops30h 00m

$1,421

MelbourneBudapest

MEL - BUD

MELBUD

Melbourne

Sun 16/3

23:30-07:10

1 stop41h 40m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Sat 5/4

13:00-09:40

1 stop35h 40m

$1,649

MelbourneBudapest

MEL - BUD

MELBUD

Melbourne

Sun 16/3

12:35-17:40

2 stops39h 05m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Sat 5/4

12:30-10:00

1 stop36h 30m

$1,721

MelbourneBudapest

MEL - BUD

MELBUD

Melbourne

Tue 18/3

19:25-22:45

2 stops61h 20m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Wed 26/3

14:55-07:10

2 stops30h 15m

$1,875

MelbourneBudapest

MEL - BUD

MELBUD

Melbourne

Sat 15/3

18:15-17:00

2 stops32h 45m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Fri 4/4

06:35-04:25

2 stops36h 50m

$2,030

MelbourneBudapest

MEL - BUD

MELBUD

Melbourne

Fri 7/2

07:45-08:20

2 stops34h 35m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Sun 23/2

13:45-05:40

3 stops53h 55m

$2,034

MelbourneBudapest

MEL - BUD

MELBUD

Melbourne

Tue 18/3

16:55-11:30

2 stops28h 35m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Wed 26/3

17:45-10:05

3 stops30h 20m

$2,118

MelbourneBudapest

MEL - BUD

MELBUD

Melbourne

Thu 13/3

00:35-12:35

2 stops46h 00m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Sat 29/3

08:05-08:30

2 stops38h 25m

$2,248

MelbourneBudapest

MEL - BUD

MELBUD

Melbourne

Thu 10/4

15:55-14:25

2 stops30h 30m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Wed 23/4

16:00-05:30

1 stop29h 30m

$2,499

MelbourneBudapest

MEL - BUD

MELBUD

Melbourne

Tue 17/6

13:20-18:10

2 stops36h 50m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Tue 15/7

18:55-07:25

2 stops28h 30m

$2,597

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Budapest

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

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Melbourne to Budapest. Price data was last updated on 13 December 2024.

The best time to book flights from Melbourne Airport to Budapest is 82 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Budapest?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Budapest (average of $913). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Budapest in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,522). 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 MEL to BUD?

Find hourly flight availability from Melbourne 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 19 December 2024.

When flying from Melbourne Airport to Budapest, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the morning, which can drop the price by up to 34% versus a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Melbourne Airport to Budapest?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Melbourne to Budapest. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Melbourne Airport to Budapest flight should consider departing on Sunday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 30.0 - 70.0 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 70.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit Budapest when rainfall is around 30.0 mm.

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 20.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 0.0 C).

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 19 December 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Emirates and China Eastern from Melbourne to Budapest by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.1
Very Good
3,410 reviews

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

All in all I enjoyed my experience and definitely flying with you again

8.1
Very Good
3,410 reviews
8.1
Very Good
3,410 reviews

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

All in all I enjoyed my experience and definitely flying with you again

7.8
Good
1,349 reviews
8.1
Very Good
3,410 reviews

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

All in all I enjoyed my experience and definitely flying with you again

7.8
Good
356 reviews
8.1
Very Good
3,410 reviews

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

All in all I enjoyed my experience and definitely flying with you again

7.7
Good
1,285 reviews
8.1
Very Good
3,410 reviews

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

All in all I enjoyed my experience and definitely flying with you again

7.6
Good
1,605 reviews
8.1
Very Good
3,410 reviews

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

All in all I enjoyed my experience and definitely flying with you again

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Melbourne to Budapest. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Budapest from Melbourne?

    Most people fly into Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl (BUD) if they book a flight to Budapest from Melbourne. On average, Ferenc Liszt Intl has 0 inbound flights from Melbourne per day from 11 airlines. Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl is conveniently located just 16.5 km from Budapest’s city centre.

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

    Flying on China Eastern is currently your cheapest option to Budapest, with prices starting at $1,421. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by China Southern and SWISS, with the lowest prices starting at $1,649 and $1,875, respectively. China Eastern is currently priced 23% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is China Eastern, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $759. However, be on the lookout for offers from Air China and China Southern, as they are both options that can get you from Melbourne Airport to Budapest for a low price.

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Melbourne Airport to Budapest?

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a stopover in Shanghai?

    If you're on a stopover in Shanghai and looking for things to do, consider visiting Shanghai Disneyland, People's Square, or Shanghai WIld Animal Park. Those on a stopover in Shanghai interested in visiting Shanghai Disneyland, People's Square, or Shanghai WIld Animal Park can do so by traveling 14.1 km, 32.7 km, and 12.7 km, respectively from Shanghai Pu Dong. Those landing in Shanghai looking to spend some time exploring during their stopover can hire a car for about $62 per day.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for Melbourne Airport to Budapest flights?

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

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

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

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Melbourne to Budapest?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Melbourne 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 Melbourne Airport to Budapest?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Budapest (average of $913). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Budapest in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,522). 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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Air ChinaCheapest$995Average$1,187FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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China EasternCheapest$1,149Average$1,573FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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China SouthernCheapest$1,158Average$1,645FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest$1,490Average$2,399FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest$1,629Average$2,069FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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SWISSCheapest$1,908Average$2,205FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$2,038Average$2,501FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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FinnairCheapest$2,073Average$2,350FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$2,157Average$2,659FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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EmiratesCheapest$2,308Average$2,599FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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