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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Budapest from $347

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 17/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — BUD
26 Feb — 5 Mar1
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 27 January 2026.

Sun 3/511:00
MEL
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BUD
2 stops39h 40m
China Eastern
Mon 18/512:30
BUD
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MEL
2 stops61h 30m
China Eastern
Deal found 25/1$1,100
Wed 11/312:00
MEL
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BUD
1 stop29h 05m
China Eastern
Wed 18/311:30
BUD
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MEL
1 stop40h 35m
China Eastern
Deal found 24/1$1,110
Sun 3/511:00
MEL
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BUD
2 stops39h 40m
China Eastern
Sat 23/519:00
BUD
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MEL
2 stops57h 40m
China Eastern
Deal found 25/1$1,131
Thu 21/511:00
MEL
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BUD
1 stop29h 05m
China Eastern
Thu 4/612:30
BUD
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MEL
1 stop40h 10m
China Eastern
Deal found 26/1$1,167
Sun 3/511:00
MEL
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BUD
2 stops39h 40m
China Eastern
Wed 20/512:30
BUD
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MEL
2 stops61h 30m
China Eastern
Deal found 25/1$1,169
Sun 3/511:00
MEL
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BUD
1 stop29h 05m
China Eastern
Tue 19/512:30
BUD
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MEL
1 stop36h 30m
China Eastern
Deal found 25/1$1,172
Sat 30/521:30
MEL
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BUD
1 stop42h 35m
China Eastern
Sat 29/812:30
BUD
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MEL
1 stop36h 30m
China Eastern
Deal found 25/1$1,173
Sun 3/511:00
MEL
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BUD
2 stops39h 40m
China Eastern
Fri 22/512:30
BUD
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MEL
3 stops61h 30m
China Eastern
Deal found 25/1$1,175
Mon 4/512:00
MEL
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BUD
2 stops52h 05m
China Eastern
Mon 18/512:30
BUD
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MEL
2 stops61h 30m
China Eastern
Deal found 25/1$1,206

Find 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 27 January 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,100

One-way from

$347

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$1,456
China Eastern
  • China Eastern
  • 3/5-18/5
  • 4 total stops
  • 101h 10m total
  • Melbourne to Budapest
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Air China
  • Air China
  • 17/2
  • 1 total stop
  • 44h 10m total
  • Melbourne to Budapest
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($45 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in January 2026
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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 27 January 2026.
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MEL - BUD

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Melbourne

Sun 3/5

11:00-18:40

2 stops39h 40m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Wed 20/5

12:30-10:00

2 stops61h 30m

$1,169

MelbourneBudapest

MEL - BUD

MELBUD

Melbourne

Thu 7/5

11:00-08:05

1 stop29h 05m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Tue 19/5

12:30-12:40

1 stop40h 10m

$1,172

MelbourneBudapest

MEL - BUD

MELBUD

Melbourne

Thu 7/5

11:00-08:05

1 stop29h 05m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Thu 21/5

12:30-12:40

1 stop40h 10m

$1,172

MelbourneBudapest

MEL - BUD

MELBUD

Melbourne

Thu 4/6

21:30-08:05

1 stop42h 35m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Tue 1/9

12:30-12:40

1 stop40h 10m

$1,173

MelbourneBudapest

MEL - BUD

MELBUD

Melbourne

Thu 4/6

21:30-08:05

1 stop42h 35m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Fri 28/8

12:30-09:00

1 stop36h 30m

$1,173

MelbourneBudapest

MEL - BUD

MELBUD

Melbourne

Wed 3/6

11:00-08:05

1 stop29h 05m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Tue 1/9

12:30-12:40

1 stop40h 10m

$1,173

MelbourneBudapest

MEL - BUD

MELBUD

Melbourne

Wed 3/6

11:00-08:05

1 stop29h 05m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Wed 2/9

12:30-09:00

1 stop36h 30m

$1,173

MelbourneBudapest

MEL - BUD

MELBUD

Melbourne

Sun 3/5

11:00-18:40

2 stops39h 40m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Sat 23/5

12:30-10:00

3 stops37h 30m

$1,175

MelbourneBudapest

MEL - BUD

MELBUD

Melbourne

Wed 11/3

22:30-17:40

2 stops29h 10m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Wed 18/3

11:30-11:00

2 stops61h 30m

$1,199

MelbourneBudapest

MEL - BUD

MELBUD

Melbourne

Mon 1/6

12:00-08:05

3 stops52h 05m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Mon 31/8

12:30-10:00

3 stops61h 30m

$1,225

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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 23 January 2026.

The best time to book flights from Melbourne Airport to Budapest is 11 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 $682). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Budapest in April is currently the most expensive (average of $1,555). 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 27 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.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,488 reviews
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Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

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
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,488 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,488 reviews
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Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

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
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,731 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,488 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

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
China Southern
7.3
Good
136 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,488 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

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
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,206 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,488 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

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
China Eastern
7.2
Good
191 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,488 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

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 11 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 39h 40m. China Eastern provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $1,169. Airlines will cover a distance of 15512 km.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Melbourne Airport to Budapest round-trip?

    Flying on China Eastern is currently your cheapest option to Budapest, with prices starting at $761. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by China Southern and Air China, with the lowest prices starting at $1,082 and $1,127, respectively. China Eastern is currently priced 56% 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 Eastern, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $600. However, be on the lookout for offers from China Southern 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 $682). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Budapest in April is currently the most expensive (average of $1,555). 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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Fly from Melbourne to Budapest on these airlines

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Top 10 airlines flying from Melbourne to Budapest

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Melbourne to Budapest. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 27 January 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China EasternCheapest$1,025Average$1,333FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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China SouthernCheapest$1,101Average$1,607FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$1,303Average$2,278FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest$1,329Average$2,015FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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SWISSCheapest$1,588Average$2,103FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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FinnairCheapest$1,638Average$1,705FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,853Average$2,464FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest$1,869Average$2,199FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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EmiratesCheapest$1,895Average$2,423FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,900Average$2,199FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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