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Cheap flights from Melbourne to Budapest from $637

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 11/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — BUD
4 3月 — 11 3月1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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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 2 2月 2026.

週四 21/521:30
MEL
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BUD
1 stop42h 35m
China Eastern
週四 4/612:30
BUD
-
MEL
1 stop40h 10m
China Eastern
Deal found 1/2$1,114
週一 18/511:00
MEL
-
BUD
1 stop29h 05m
China Eastern
週四 21/512:30
BUD
-
MEL
1 stop40h 10m
China Eastern
Deal found 31/1$1,181
週三 18/322:40
MEL
-
BUD
2 stops24h 25m
Multiple Airlines
週三 25/314:00
BUD
-
MEL
2 stops31h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/2$1,252
週四 28/512:00
MEL
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BUD
3 stops52h 05m
China Eastern
週一 14/912:30
BUD
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MEL
2 stops61h 30m
China Eastern
Deal found 31/1$1,257
週日 15/322:30
MEL
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BUD
2 stops29h 10m
Multiple Airlines
週一 30/320:55
BUD
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MEL
2 stops28h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/2$1,267
週三 11/312:00
MEL
-
BUD
1 stop29h 05m
China Eastern
週日 15/311:30
BUD
-
MEL
1 stop40h 35m
China Eastern
Deal found 30/1$1,269
週二 17/312:00
MEL
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BUD
1 stop29h 05m
China Eastern
週二 24/311:30
BUD
-
MEL
3 stops37h 30m
China Eastern
Deal found 31/1$1,326
週六 2/512:00
MEL
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BUD
3 stops62h 40m
China Eastern
週日 1/1112:10
BUD
-
MEL
2 stops35h 50m
China Eastern
Deal found 31/1$1,339
週三 18/306:00
AVV
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BUD
2 stops35h 05m
Multiple Airlines
週三 25/311:30
BUD
-
AVV
2 stops49h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/2$1,590
週五 5/606:00
AVV
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BUD
2 stops34h 05m
Multiple Airlines
週六 20/612:30
BUD
-
AVV
2 stops41h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/2$1,732
週日 16/806:00
AVV
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BUD
2 stops34h 05m
Multiple Airlines
週日 30/812:30
BUD
-
AVV
2 stops41h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 31/1$1,801
週一 3/814:55
AVV
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BUD
2 stops49h 10m
Multiple Airlines
週二 25/812:30
BUD
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AVV
2 stops41h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/2$1,892

Find flight deals from Melbourne to Budapest

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (ME1) 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 2 2月 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,114

One-way from

$637

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$1,948
China Eastern
  • China Eastern
  • 21/5-4/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 82h 45m total
  • Melbourne to Budapest
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China Eastern
  • China Eastern
  • 11/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 29h 05m total
  • Melbourne to Budapest
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($44 potential savings vs. average return price).
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MEL - BUD

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Melbourne

週四 21/5

11:00-08:05

1 stop29h 05m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

週四 4/6

12:30-12:40

1 stop40h 10m

$1,122

MelbourneBudapest

MEL - BUD

MELBUD

Melbourne

週四 28/5

12:00-08:05

3 stops52h 05m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

週一 14/9

12:30-10:00

2 stops61h 30m

$1,257

MelbourneBudapest

MEL - BUD

MELBUD

Melbourne

週一 18/5

11:00-08:05

1 stop29h 05m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

週四 21/5

20:55-12:40

2 stops31h 45m

$1,320

MelbourneBudapest

MEL - BUD

MELBUD

Melbourne

週二 17/3

12:00-07:05

1 stop29h 05m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

週二 24/3

11:30-11:00

3 stops37h 30m

$1,326

MelbourneBudapest

MEL - BUD

MELBUD

Melbourne

週四 21/5

18:55-08:05

2 stops45h 10m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

週四 4/6

12:30-12:40

1 stop40h 10m

$1,355

MelbourneBudapest

MEL - BUD

MELBUD

Melbourne

週六 28/2

14:00-07:05

1 stop27h 05m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

週六 7/3

11:30-10:00

1 stop36h 30m

$1,395

MelbourneBudapest

MEL - BUD

MELBUD

Melbourne

週六 2/5

12:00-18:40

3 stops62h 40m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

週六 31/10

13:55-10:00

2 stops34h 05m

$1,445

MelbourneBudapest

MEL - BUD

MELBUD

Melbourne

週六 2/5

12:00-18:40

3 stops62h 40m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

週二 27/10

12:10-14:05

2 stops39h 55m

$1,445

MelbourneBudapest

AVV - BUD

AVVBUD

Melbourne Avalon

週三 18/3

06:00-07:05

2 stops35h 05m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

週三 25/3

11:30-23:15

2 stops49h 45m

$1,590

MelbourneBudapest

AVV - BUD

AVVBUD

Melbourne Avalon

週五 5/6

06:00-08:05

2 stops34h 05m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

週六 20/6

12:30-14:10

2 stops41h 40m

$1,732

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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?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Melbourne to Budapest. Price data was last updated on 30 January 2026.

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 11 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 $677). Flying from Melbourne to Budapest in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,523). 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 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 2 2月 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Emirates, Qatar Airways, andChina Southern 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
3,494 reviews
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Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,494 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,494 reviews
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Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,729 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,494 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.
China Southern
7.3
Good
136 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,494 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,212 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,494 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.
China Eastern
7.2
Good
192 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,494 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.

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?

    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. 11 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 29h 05m. Fly via China Eastern to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 15512 km.

  • 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 $732. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by China Southern and Air China, with the lowest prices starting at $1,075 and $1,119, respectively. China Eastern is 57% 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 $596. Users have also found prices from $650 and $850 on China Southern and Emirates, 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 $677). Flying from Melbourne to Budapest in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,523). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China EasternCheapest$732Average$1,315FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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China SouthernCheapest$1,075Average$1,546FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air ChinaCheapest$1,119Average$1,595FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$1,295Average$2,351FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest$1,320Average$2,020FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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SWISSCheapest$1,578Average$2,089FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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FinnairCheapest$1,627Average$1,724FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,841Average$2,447FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest$1,857Average$2,185FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,888Average$2,240FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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