On this page, you can find and book flights from Zurich to Budapest. Flights between the cities over a distance of 791 km are operated regularly, with up to 21 flights per week.
Flights on this route are operated by Swiss International Air Lines, United Airlines, and Air Canada. Ticket prices are dynamic, so we recommend using the price trend chart to find the best deal and checking in advance how to get to Zurich airport or how to get from Budapest airport.
The table shows direct flights Zurich → Budapest on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 1 h 35 min. Regular flights are operated by Swiss, Air Canada, TAP Portugal and United Airlines. Departures from Zurich Airport airports, arrivals at Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport.
For each flight, the following details are shown: departure time (local), arrival city and airport, flight number and airline, terminal or gate, and status. Click on a flight to open its details and go to ticket search. To view flights on a different day, change the date above the table.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Zurich — Budapest by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 334 in y, and the most expensive are around AED 641 in a. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.
Zurich → Budapest, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 755 | low | May | AED 931 | high | Sep | AED 906 | medium |
| Feb | AED 704 | low | Jun | AED 1,006 | high | Oct | AED 830 | medium |
| Mar | AED 805 | medium | Jul | AED 1,157 | high | Nov | AED 730 | low |
| Apr | AED 855 | medium | Aug | AED 1,107 | high | Dec | AED 981 | high |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
Weather conditions in Budapest are most favorable for travel in August, when temperatures reach 28.4°C. The coldest time of year is January, with lows of -1.4°C, while precipitation peaks in September.
From a budget perspective, the most affordable month to fly is August, with fares starting AED 323. The most expensive period is May, when ticket prices rise to AED 643.
July is considered the best compromise between weather and price: tickets start AED 335 with consistently sunny weather. It is recommended to avoid booking for April and May, when fares increase significantly.
There are 4 airlines operating on the route from Zurich to Budapest, with Swiss International Air Lines, United Airlines, and Air Canada being the key carriers. Direct and connecting flights are operated regularly, providing a total frequency of up to 21 departures per week. You can find detailed information about the flight schedule and the specifics of each offer in the interactive list below.
Flights Zurich — Budapest depart from Zurich Airport and arrive at Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
A direct flight on this route takes about 1 hour 30 minutes, given the 791 km distance between the cities.
Regular flights are provided by Swiss International Air Lines, TAP Air Portugal, United Airlines, and Air Canada.
Yes, direct flights are available between the cities, allowing you to reach your destination as quickly as possible without any layovers.
Flight prices change constantly depending on the season and demand. The latest minimum fares are always available in the low-price calendar on our website.
Flights from Zurich arrive at Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD), which is the main air gateway to Budapest.
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