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Cheap flights from Melbourne to Budapest from $598

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 10/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — BUD
11 Apr — 18 Apr1
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 12 March 2026.

Fri 17/419:40
MEL
-
BUD
1 stop43h 20m
Air China
Fri 24/413:00
BUD
-
MEL
1 stop41h 55m
Air China
Deal found 8/3$1,016
Fri 17/419:40
MEL
-
BUD
1 stop43h 20m
Air China
Mon 11/513:00
BUD
-
MEL
1 stop41h 55m
Air China
Deal found 11/3$1,026
Sun 17/511:00
MEL
-
BUD
1 stop29h 05m
China Eastern
Thu 21/512:30
BUD
-
MEL
1 stop36h 30m
China Eastern
Deal found 7/3$1,065
Mon 15/611:00
MEL
-
BUD
1 stop29h 05m
China Eastern
Sun 6/912:30
BUD
-
MEL
1 stop40h 10m
China Eastern
Deal found 11/3$1,073
Mon 8/611:00
MEL
-
BUD
1 stop29h 05m
China Eastern
Tue 23/612:30
BUD
-
MEL
1 stop36h 30m
China Eastern
Deal found 11/3$1,076
Fri 5/611:00
MEL
-
BUD
1 stop29h 05m
China Eastern
Tue 16/612:30
BUD
-
MEL
1 stop40h 10m
China Eastern
Deal found 7/3$1,140
Sun 7/619:40
MEL
-
BUD
1 stop43h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 17/614:15
BUD
-
MEL
2 stops40h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 8/3$1,151
Thu 11/611:00
MEL
-
BUD
1 stop29h 05m
China Eastern
Fri 19/612:30
BUD
-
MEL
1 stop40h 10m
China Eastern
Deal found 11/3$1,157
Sat 16/511:00
MEL
-
BUD
1 stop29h 05m
China Eastern
Thu 21/512:30
BUD
-
MEL
1 stop36h 30m
China Eastern
Deal found 7/3$1,165
Thu 21/521:30
MEL
-
BUD
1 stop42h 35m
China Eastern
Thu 4/612:30
BUD
-
MEL
1 stop40h 10m
China Eastern
Deal found 9/3$1,181
Sun 7/606:00
AVV
-
BUD
2 stops34h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 17/612:30
BUD
-
AVV
2 stops41h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 8/3$1,632
Mon 15/614:55
AVV
-
BUD
2 stops49h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 6/912:30
BUD
-
AVV
2 stops41h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 11/3$1,719

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 12 March 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,016

One-way from

$598

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$2,134
Air China
  • Air China
  • 17/4-24/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 85h 15m total
  • Melbourne to Budapest
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10/5
  • 10/5
  • 3 total stops
  • 45h 35m total
  • Melbourne to Budapest
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($62 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 12 March 2026.
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MelbourneBudapest

MEL - BUD

MELBUD

Melbourne

Sat 23/5

21:30-08:05

1 stop42h 35m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Wed 27/5

12:30-09:00

1 stop36h 30m

$1,337

MelbourneBudapest

MEL - BUD

MELBUD

Melbourne

Tue 21/4

11:00-08:05

1 stop29h 05m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Tue 28/4

12:30-12:40

1 stop40h 10m

$1,484

MelbourneBudapest

MEL - BUD

MELBUD

Melbourne

Mon 27/7

11:00-08:05

1 stop29h 05m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Mon 3/8

12:30-09:00

1 stop36h 30m

$1,583

MelbourneBudapest

MEL - BUD

MELBUD

Melbourne

Wed 10/6

11:00-08:05

1 stop29h 05m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Thu 30/7

12:30-10:00

3 stops37h 30m

$1,631

MelbourneBudapest

AVV - BUD

AVVBUD

Melbourne Avalon

Sun 7/6

06:00-08:05

2 stops34h 05m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Wed 17/6

12:30-14:10

2 stops41h 40m

$1,632

MelbourneBudapest

MEL - BUD

MELBUD

Melbourne

Sat 23/5

21:35-08:05

2 stops42h 30m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Wed 27/5

09:00-11:15

2 stops42h 15m

$1,674

MelbourneBudapest

AVV - BUD

AVVBUD

Melbourne Avalon

Wed 22/4

20:55-08:05

2 stops43h 10m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Wed 29/4

12:30-20:20

2 stops47h 50m

$1,763

MelbourneBudapest

AVV - BUD

AVVBUD

Melbourne Avalon

Wed 15/4

20:55-08:05

2 stops43h 10m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Wed 22/4

12:30-22:50

2 stops50h 20m

$1,825

MelbourneBudapest

AVV - BUD

AVVBUD

Melbourne Avalon

Mon 4/5

06:00-08:05

2 stops34h 05m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Mon 25/5

12:30-14:10

2 stops41h 40m

$1,885

MelbourneBudapest

MEL - BUD

MELBUD

Melbourne

Mon 27/7

13:30-13:15

2 stops31h 45m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Mon 3/8

14:10-19:40

2 stops45h 30m

$1,965

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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 6 March 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 $660). Flying from Melbourne to Budapest in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,431). 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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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 12 March 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
3,540 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

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
3,540 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,540 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

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
3,740 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,540 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

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
7.4
Good
142 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,540 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

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
4,253 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,540 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

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
198 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,540 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

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. 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 $736. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by China Southern and Air China, with the lowest prices starting at $982 and $1,142, 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 $391. Users have also found prices from $636 and $828 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 $660). Flying from Melbourne to Budapest in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,431). 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 10 airlines flying from Melbourne to Budapest

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China EasternCheapest$736Average$1,274FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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China SouthernCheapest$982Average$1,536FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air ChinaCheapest$1,142Average$1,577FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$1,260Average$2,289FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest$1,507Average$1,828FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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SWISSCheapest$1,536Average$2,034FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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FinnairCheapest$1,584Average$1,705FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,792Average$2,383FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest$1,808Average$2,200FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,838Average$2,246FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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