Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Budapest from $389

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 28/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — BUD
9 Feb — 16 Feb1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to Budapest

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (MEL) 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 10 January 2026.

Round-trip from

$706

One-way from

$389

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$1,782
China Eastern
  • China Eastern
  • 4/2-17/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 67h 35m total
  • Melbourne to Budapest
Air China
  • Air China
  • 28/1
  • 1 total stop
  • 44h 10m total
  • Melbourne to Budapest
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 0% potential increase in price ($22 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($42 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in January 2026

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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 10 January 2026.

Wed 4/212:00MEL - BUD
1 stop29h 05mChina Eastern
Tue 17/211:30BUD - MEL
1 stop38h 30mChina Eastern
Deal found 8/1$706
Wed 4/222:30MEL - BUD
1 stop42h 35mChina Eastern
Sun 15/311:30BUD - MEL
1 stop40h 35mChina Eastern
Deal found 7/1$707
Wed 4/220:15MEL - BUD
1 stop44h 10mAir China
Mon 16/311:25BUD - MEL
1 stop42h 15mAir China
Deal found 7/1$739
Sat 31/122:30MEL - BUD
1 stop42h 35mChina Eastern
Mon 9/211:30BUD - MEL
1 stop36h 30mChina Eastern
Deal found 8/1$773
Mon 2/214:00MEL - BUD
1 stop27h 05mChina Eastern
Sun 15/311:30BUD - MEL
1 stop36h 30mChina Eastern
Deal found 7/1$813
Wed 4/220:15MEL - BUD
1 stop44h 10mAir China
Fri 13/311:25BUD - MEL
1 stop42h 15mAir China
Deal found 7/1$1,012
Sat 7/220:15MEL - BUD
1 stop44h 10mAir China
Mon 16/311:25BUD - MEL
1 stop42h 15mAir China
Deal found 7/1$1,033
Wed 4/222:30MEL - BUD
2 stops29h 10mChina Eastern
Mon 16/319:55BUD - MEL
2 stops28h 05mChina Eastern
Deal found 7/1$1,042
Wed 4/220:15MEL - BUD
1 stop44h 10mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/319:10BUD - MEL
2 stops50h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/1$1,065
Thu 5/214:00MEL - BUD
1 stop27h 05mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/319:10BUD - MEL
2 stops50h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/1$1,071

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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 10 January 2026.
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MelbourneBudapest

MEL - BUD

MELBUD

Melbourne

Sun 22/2

15:15-08:15

2 stops27h 00m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Sun 1/3

20:05-07:25

2 stops25h 20m

$1,516

MelbourneBudapest

MEL - BUD

MELBUD

Melbourne

Sun 1/2

15:00-13:05

2 stops32h 05m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Wed 18/3

20:05-20:55

2 stops38h 50m

$1,625

MelbourneBudapest

MEL - BUD

MELBUD

Melbourne

Sun 1/2

15:00-13:05

2 stops32h 05m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Tue 17/3

09:10-20:55

2 stops25h 45m

$1,625

MelbourneBudapest

MEL - BUD

MELBUD

Melbourne

Mon 15/6

10:20-07:00

1 stop28h 40m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Sat 5/9

12:45-08:40

1 stop35h 55m

$1,630

MelbourneBudapest

MEL - BUD

MELBUD

Melbourne

Sun 8/3

15:00-13:05

2 stops32h 05m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Tue 17/3

09:10-20:55

2 stops25h 45m

$1,639

MelbourneBudapest

MEL - BUD

MELBUD

Melbourne

Wed 4/2

00:30-19:10

2 stops28h 40m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Tue 17/3

09:10-20:55

2 stops25h 45m

$1,649

MelbourneBudapest

MEL - BUD

MELBUD

Melbourne

Sat 7/2

15:10-19:10

2 stops38h 00m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Tue 17/3

09:10-20:55

2 stops25h 45m

$1,649

MelbourneBudapest

MEL - BUD

MELBUD

Melbourne

Tue 24/2

14:00-07:05

1 stop27h 05m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Tue 3/3

11:30-14:05

1 stop40h 35m

$1,703

MelbourneBudapest

MEL - BUD

MELBUD

Melbourne

Wed 11/3

22:40-08:15

2 stops43h 35m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Sun 15/3

09:10-20:55

2 stops25h 45m

$1,743

MelbourneBudapest

MEL - BUD

MELBUD

Melbourne

Sat 25/4

21:35-19:35

2 stops30h 00m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Sat 26/9

20:30-19:40

2 stops39h 10m

$1,748

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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 Airport to Budapest

How far ahead should I book a flight from Melbourne Airport 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 best time to book flights from Melbourne Airport to Budapest is 21 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Budapest (average of $1,024). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Budapest in April is currently the most expensive (average of $1,654). 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 10 January 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Emirates, Qatar Airways, andChina Southern from Melbourne Airport to Budapest have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Dec 2025

EBB - DXB

Emirates airlines is always good, and I'll always board and travel with Emirates. Everything is going well

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Dec 2025

EBB - DXB

Emirates airlines is always good, and I'll always board and travel with Emirates. Everything is going well

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Dec 2025

EBB - DXB

Emirates airlines is always good, and I'll always board and travel with Emirates. Everything is going well

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Dec 2025

EBB - DXB

Emirates airlines is always good, and I'll always board and travel with Emirates. Everything is going well

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Dec 2025

EBB - DXB

Emirates airlines is always good, and I'll always board and travel with Emirates. Everything is going well

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Dec 2025

EBB - DXB

Emirates airlines is always good, and I'll always board and travel with Emirates. Everything is going well

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?

    Most people fly into Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl (BUD) if they book a flight to Budapest from Melbourne. On average, Ferenc Liszt Intl has 0 inbound flights from Melbourne per day from 10 airlines. Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl is conveniently located just 16.5 km from Budapest’s city centre.

  • How long is the flight from Melbourne Airport to Budapest?

    A quick flight from Melbourne Airport to Budapest can take about 28h 40m. Turkish Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $1,630. 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 Airport to Budapest round-trip?

    Flying on China Southern is currently your cheapest option to Budapest, with prices starting at $1,025. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by China Eastern and Virgin Australia, with the lowest prices starting at $1,077 and $1,349, respectively. China Southern is currently priced 44% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is China Southern, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $677. However, be on the lookout for offers from China Eastern and Emirates, as they are both options that can get you from Melbourne Airport to Budapest for a low price.

  • 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 Airport to Budapest?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Budapest (average of $1,024). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Budapest in April is currently the most expensive (average of $1,654). 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 SouthernCheapest$1,025Average$1,623FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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China EasternCheapest$1,072Average$1,377FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$1,349Average$2,449FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest$1,375Average$2,104FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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SWISSCheapest$1,644Average$1,899FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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FinnairCheapest$1,695Average$1,765FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest$1,934Average$2,276FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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EmiratesCheapest$1,962Average$2,498FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,966Average$2,246FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$2,379Average$2,550FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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