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Cheap flights from Melbourne to Budapest from $481

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 16/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — BUD
3 Feb — 10 Feb1
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 4 January 2026.

Sun 1/214:00MEL - BUD
1 stop27h 05mChina Eastern
Tue 17/211:30BUD - MEL
1 stop40h 35mChina Eastern
Deal found 2/1$993
Fri 30/114:00MEL - BUD
1 stop27h 05mChina Eastern
Fri 6/211:30BUD - MEL
1 stop38h 30mChina Eastern
Deal found 2/1$1,082
Tue 20/112:00MEL - BUD
1 stop29h 05mChina Eastern
Tue 10/211:30BUD - MEL
1 stop40h 35mChina Eastern
Deal found 3/1$1,127
Sun 31/511:00MEL - BUD
1 stop29h 05mChina Eastern
Sun 30/812:30BUD - MEL
1 stop36h 30mChina Eastern
Deal found 3/1$1,144
Sun 8/214:00MEL - BUD
1 stop27h 05mChina Eastern
Wed 25/211:30BUD - MEL
1 stop40h 35mChina Eastern
Deal found 1/1$1,184
Fri 30/112:00MEL - BUD
1 stop29h 05mMultiple Airlines
Fri 6/205:50BUD - MEL
3 stops37h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/1$1,191
Sun 8/212:00MEL - BUD
2 stops34h 50mMultiple Airlines
Wed 25/207:30BUD - MEL
3 stops40h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/1$1,215
Thu 21/511:00MEL - BUD
1 stop29h 05mChina Eastern
Thu 4/612:30BUD - MEL
1 stop40h 10mChina Eastern
Deal found 2/1$1,235
Sun 1/214:00MEL - BUD
1 stop27h 05mMultiple Airlines
Tue 17/211:30BUD - MEL
2 stops46h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/1$1,251
Sun 8/210:00MEL - BUD
3 stops37h 05mMultiple Airlines
Mon 23/220:05BUD - MEL
3 stops26h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/1$1,262
Tue 17/213:10MEL - BUD
2 stops29h 05mMultiple Airlines
Tue 24/220:05BUD - MEL
3 stops26h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/1$1,266
Mon 9/214:00MEL - BUD
1 stop27h 05mChina Eastern
Sun 22/211:30BUD - MEL
1 stop40h 35mChina Eastern
Deal found 1/1$1,275

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 4 January 2026.

Round-trip from

$993

One-way from

$481

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$1,780
China Eastern
  • China Eastern
  • 1/2-17/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 67h 40m total
  • Melbourne to Budapest
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16/1
  • 16/1
  • 2 total stops
  • 37h 15m total
  • Melbourne to Budapest
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 0% potential increase in price ($21 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($43 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 4 January 2026.
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MEL - BUD

MELBUD

Melbourne

Tue 3/2

13:10-08:15

2 stops29h 05m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Tue 24/2

09:10-20:55

2 stops25h 45m

$1,504

MelbourneBudapest

MEL - BUD

MELBUD

Melbourne

Thu 5/2

14:00-07:05

1 stop27h 05m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Fri 20/2

05:15-17:00

2 stops25h 45m

$1,539

MelbourneBudapest

MEL - BUD

MELBUD

Melbourne

Fri 6/2

20:15-06:25

1 stop44h 10m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Fri 20/2

11:25-15:40

1 stop42h 15m

$1,610

MelbourneBudapest

MEL - BUD

MELBUD

Melbourne

Wed 11/2

22:40-19:10

2 stops30h 30m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Thu 26/2

09:10-20:55

2 stops25h 45m

$1,619

MelbourneBudapest

MEL - BUD

MELBUD

Melbourne

Fri 6/2

22:40-13:05

2 stops24h 25m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Sat 21/2

14:00-20:55

2 stops44h 55m

$1,619

MelbourneBudapest

MEL - BUD

MELBUD

Melbourne

Wed 11/2

22:40-08:15

2 stops43h 35m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Sat 21/2

14:00-20:55

2 stops44h 55m

$1,619

MelbourneBudapest

MEL - BUD

MELBUD

Melbourne

Sat 7/2

15:10-13:05

2 stops31h 55m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Thu 26/2

09:10-20:55

2 stops25h 45m

$1,639

MelbourneBudapest

MEL - BUD

MELBUD

Melbourne

Wed 11/2

22:40-08:15

2 stops43h 35m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Wed 25/2

14:00-11:50

2 stops35h 50m

$1,639

MelbourneBudapest

MEL - BUD

MELBUD

Melbourne

Sat 7/2

15:10-13:05

2 stops31h 55m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Sat 21/2

14:00-20:55

2 stops44h 55m

$1,639

MelbourneBudapest

MEL - BUD

MELBUD

Melbourne

Wed 11/2

22:40-19:10

2 stops30h 30m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Fri 27/2

14:00-11:50

2 stops35h 50m

$1,639

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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 2 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 21 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 $1,023). Flying from Melbourne to Budapest in April is currently the most expensive (average of $1,651). 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 4 January 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Emirates, China Southern, 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
3,455 reviews
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Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

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
3,455 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,455 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

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
7.5
Good
124 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,455 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

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
3,697 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,455 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

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
4,149 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,455 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

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
184 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,455 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

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. 10 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 30h 30m. Fly via Air China or Turkish Airlines 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 Southern is currently your cheapest option to Budapest, with prices starting at $1,023. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by China Eastern and Turkish Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $1,076 and $1,373, respectively. China Southern is 44% 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 Southern. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $676. Users have also found prices from $683 and $885 on China Eastern 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 $1,023). Flying from Melbourne to Budapest in April is currently the most expensive (average of $1,651). 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 SouthernCheapest$1,023Average$1,621FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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China EasternCheapest$1,073Average$1,377FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest$1,373Average$2,115FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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SWISSCheapest$1,641Average$1,897FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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FinnairCheapest$1,692Average$1,762FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest$1,931Average$2,271FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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EmiratesCheapest$1,959Average$2,483FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,964Average$2,239FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$2,205Average$2,466FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$2,376Average$2,546FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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