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Cheap flights from Melbourne to Budapest from $687

MEL — BUD
8 Oct — 15 Oct1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to Budapest

Sun 25/1012:00 -
1 stop29h 05m
Thu 29/1011:30 -
1 stop40h 35m
Deal found 3/9$1,038
Fri 20/1112:00 -
1 stop29h 05m
Mon 30/1111:30 -
1 stop36h 30m
Deal found 7/9$1,123
Thu 15/1012:00 -
1 stop29h 05m
Sat 7/1111:30 -
1 stop40h 35m
Deal found 7/9$1,131
Wed 28/1022:30 -
1 stop42h 35m
Tue 3/1111:30 -
1 stop36h 30m
Deal found 4/9$1,153
Tue 17/1112:00 -
1 stop29h 05m
Sat 27/211:30 -
1 stop40h 35m
Deal found 6/9$1,160
Sun 15/1120:15 -
1 stop31h 20m
Wed 24/219:35 -
1 stop34h 05m
Deal found 6/9$1,211
Sun 22/1122:30 -
1 stop42h 35m
Mon 30/1111:30 -
1 stop36h 30m
Deal found 4/9$1,222
Sun 1/1120:15 -
1 stop31h 20m
Tue 1/1219:35 -
2 stops32h 00m
Deal found 5/9$1,246
Mon 19/1014:55 -
3 stops53h 00m
Mon 26/1017:35 -
3 stops43h 40m
Deal found 4/9$2,208
Wed 28/1008:10 -
2 stops33h 00m
Tue 3/1111:45 -
2 stops33h 50m
Deal found 4/9$2,240
Sun 18/1020:55 -
3 stops61h 15m
Sun 25/1007:05 -
3 stops62h 30m
Deal found 3/9$2,251
Mon 5/1010:30 -
3 stops33h 20m
Fri 30/1011:55 -
3 stops40h 10m
Deal found 6/9$19,044

Find flight deals from Melbourne to Budapest

Round-trip from

$1,038

One-way from

$687

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,531
China Eastern
  • China Eastern
  • 25/10-29/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 69h 40m total
  • Melbourne to Budapest
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China Eastern
  • China Eastern
  • 1/10-31/12
  • 1 total stop
  • 42h 35m total
  • Melbourne to Budapest
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price ($147 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($58 potential savings vs. average return price).
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MEL Melbourne - BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

MELBUD

Melbourne

Sun 10/1

13:25-11:10

2 stops31h 45m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-09:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$789

MelbourneBudapest

MEL Melbourne - BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

MELBUD

Melbourne

Tue 27/10

18:20-15:00

2 stops30h 40m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-09:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$819

MelbourneBudapest

MEL Melbourne - BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

MELBUD

Melbourne

Thu 1/10

13:00-10:35

2 stops29h 35m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-09:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$859

MelbourneBudapest

AVV Melbourne Avalon - BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

AVVBUD

Melbourne Avalon

Sat 24/10

16:40-12:10

3 stops52h 30m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-09:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$870

MelbourneBudapest

MEL Melbourne - BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

MELBUD

Melbourne

Tue 15/9

11:00-21:25

3 stops42h 25m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-09:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$875

MelbourneBudapest

MEL Melbourne - BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

MELBUD

Melbourne

Sun 10/1

20:15-17:35

1 stop31h 20m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-09:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$881

MelbourneBudapest

AVV Melbourne Avalon - BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

AVVBUD

Melbourne Avalon

Mon 26/10

18:00-17:35

3 stops33h 35m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-09:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$895

MelbourneBudapest

AVV Melbourne Avalon - BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

AVVBUD

Melbourne Avalon

Wed 21/10

10:30-11:30

3 stops34h 00m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-09:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$931

MelbourneBudapest

MEL Melbourne - BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

MELBUD

Melbourne

Wed 13/1

22:00-17:10

1 stop29h 10m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-09:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$1,019

MelbourneBudapest

MEL Melbourne - BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

MELBUD

Melbourne

Sat 26/12

13:00-17:40

3 stops62h 40m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-09:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$1,109

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

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

Currently, February 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 $2,107). 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.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Melbourne to Budapest?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
Melbourne to Budapest flights typically cost between $1,297 and $1,773 in October.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was $1,038 on China Eastern (25 Oct–29 Oct).

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.

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
3,653 reviews
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Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.4

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
3,653 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,653 reviews
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Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.4

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
164 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,653 reviews
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Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.4

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
3,734 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,653 reviews
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Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.4

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
3,653 reviews
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Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.4

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
236 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,653 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.4

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.

  • How long is the flight from Melbourne to Budapest?

    There are many flights that can get you from Melbourne to Budapest in 34h 10m. Fly via British Airways or Qatar Airways to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 15512 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

  • 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 $730. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by China Southern and Air China, with the lowest prices starting at $974 and $1,162, 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 $388. Users have also found prices from $567 and $716 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, February 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 $2,107). 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 8 airlines flying from Melbourne to Budapest

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China EasternCheapest$730Average$1,359FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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China SouthernCheapest$974Average$1,474FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air ChinaCheapest$1,162Average$1,545FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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FinnairCheapest$1,402Average$1,717FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest$1,500Average$1,733FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$2,076Average$2,342FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapest$2,218Average$2,571FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$2,354Average$2,660FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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