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Cheap flights from Melbourne to Budapest

MEL — BUD
23 Oct — 30 Oct1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Popular in

October

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$1,518
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price ($151 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($63 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in September 2026
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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Budapest

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Melbourne to Budapest

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

The price you pay for your flight from Melbourne to Budapest may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 8 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Budapest (average of $1,134). Flying from Melbourne to Budapest in October is currently the most expensive (average of $2,150). 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing Budapest

Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Emirates,Air China, andQatar Airways from Melbourne to Budapest by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,664 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.4

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jodie,Aug 2026

SYD - DXB

Overall it was a good flight with great service, however we paid for extra legroom only to find that the seat my husband was on was extremely small, it was the “window” seat. It seemed smaller than a regular seat so definitely not worth the amount we paid.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,664 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,664 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.4

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jodie,Aug 2026

SYD - DXB

Overall it was a good flight with great service, however we paid for extra legroom only to find that the seat my husband was on was extremely small, it was the “window” seat. It seemed smaller than a regular seat so definitely not worth the amount we paid.
Air China
7.5
Good
166 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,664 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.4

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jodie,Aug 2026

SYD - DXB

Overall it was a good flight with great service, however we paid for extra legroom only to find that the seat my husband was on was extremely small, it was the “window” seat. It seemed smaller than a regular seat so definitely not worth the amount we paid.
Qatar Airways
7.3
Good
3,730 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,664 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.4

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jodie,Aug 2026

SYD - DXB

Overall it was a good flight with great service, however we paid for extra legroom only to find that the seat my husband was on was extremely small, it was the “window” seat. It seemed smaller than a regular seat so definitely not worth the amount we paid.
China Southern
7.3
Good
172 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,664 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.4

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jodie,Aug 2026

SYD - DXB

Overall it was a good flight with great service, however we paid for extra legroom only to find that the seat my husband was on was extremely small, it was the “window” seat. It seemed smaller than a regular seat so definitely not worth the amount we paid.
China Eastern
7.3
Good
242 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,664 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.4

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jodie,Aug 2026

SYD - DXB

Overall it was a good flight with great service, however we paid for extra legroom only to find that the seat my husband was on was extremely small, it was the “window” seat. It seemed smaller than a regular seat so definitely not worth the amount we paid.

Related info for your journey

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Budapest from Melbourne?

    Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl (BUD), located 16.5 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Melbourne to Budapest. 7 airlines have flights to Ferenc Liszt Intl from Melbourne on a regular basis. Booking flights from Melbourne to Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Melbourne per day.

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

    Flying on China Eastern is currently your cheapest option to Budapest, with prices starting at $745. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by China Southern and Air China, with the lowest prices starting at $994 and $1,186, respectively. China Eastern is 55% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for China Eastern. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $396. Users have also found prices from $579 and $731 on Turkish Airlines and Air China, respectively.

  • 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 to Budapest?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Budapest (average of $1,134). Flying from Melbourne to Budapest in October is currently the most expensive (average of $2,150). 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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Top 7 airlines flying from Melbourne to Budapest

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China EasternCheapest$745Average$1,388FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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China SouthernCheapest$994Average$1,504FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air ChinaCheapest$1,186Average$1,577FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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FinnairCheapest$1,430Average$1,752FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest$1,526Average$1,766FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$2,139Average$2,398FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapest$2,264Average$2,614FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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