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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Budapest from $589

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 10/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — BUD
31 Mar — 7 Apr1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to Budapest

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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 1 March 2026.

Sun 24/511:00
MEL
-
BUD
1 stop29h 05m
China Eastern
Fri 28/812:30
BUD
-
MEL
1 stop36h 30m
China Eastern
Deal found 26/2$1,041
Sat 16/511:00
MEL
-
BUD
1 stop29h 05m
China Eastern
Sat 13/612:30
BUD
-
MEL
1 stop36h 30m
China Eastern
Deal found 26/2$1,091
Thu 21/521:30
MEL
-
BUD
1 stop42h 35m
China Eastern
Thu 4/612:30
BUD
-
MEL
1 stop40h 10m
China Eastern
Deal found 26/2$1,107
Wed 27/510:20
MEL
-
BUD
1 stop28h 10m
China Southern
Thu 30/712:45
BUD
-
MEL
1 stop35h 55m
China Southern
Deal found 25/2$1,188
Wed 15/419:40
MEL
-
BUD
1 stop43h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 22/414:15
BUD
-
MEL
2 stops40h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 28/2$1,202
Sat 9/511:00
MEL
-
BUD
1 stop29h 05m
China Eastern
Thu 21/512:30
BUD
-
MEL
1 stop40h 10m
China Eastern
Deal found 27/2$1,222

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 1 March 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,041

One-way from

$589

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,701
China Eastern
  • China Eastern
  • 24/5-28/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 65h 35m total
  • Melbourne to Budapest
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10/3
  • 10/3
  • 3 total stops
  • 53h 20m total
  • Melbourne to Budapest
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($50 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 1 March 2026.
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MelbourneBudapest

MEL - BUD

MELBUD

Melbourne

Sun 24/5

11:00-18:40

2 stops39h 40m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Fri 28/8

12:30-10:00

3 stops61h 30m

$1,051

MelbourneBudapest

MEL - BUD

MELBUD

Melbourne

Sat 16/5

12:00-08:05

3 stops52h 05m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Sat 13/6

12:30-10:00

3 stops37h 30m

$1,229

MelbourneBudapest

MEL - BUD

MELBUD

Melbourne

Wed 11/3

22:30-07:05

1 stop42h 35m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Sun 15/3

11:30-10:00

1 stop36h 30m

$1,358

MelbourneBudapest

MEL - BUD

MELBUD

Melbourne

Fri 13/3

12:00-07:05

1 stop29h 05m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Sat 21/3

18:00-14:05

2 stops34h 05m

$1,520

MelbourneBudapest

MEL - BUD

MELBUD

Melbourne

Mon 13/4

15:55-19:35

2 stops35h 40m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Mon 20/4

20:30-06:15

2 stops25h 45m

$1,539

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

$1,563

MelbourneBudapest

MEL - BUD

MELBUD

Melbourne

Sat 9/5

12:00-08:05

3 stops52h 05m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Thu 21/5

12:30-10:00

3 stops37h 30m

$1,611

MelbourneBudapest

MEL - BUD

MELBUD

Melbourne

Sat 11/7

11:00-08:05

1 stop29h 05m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Fri 11/9

12:30-10:00

2 stops61h 30m

$1,614

MelbourneBudapest

MEL - BUD

MELBUD

Melbourne

Wed 11/3

12:05-11:20

2 stops33h 15m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Sun 15/3

06:55-10:35

3 stops41h 40m

$1,760

MelbourneBudapest

MEL - BUD

MELBUD

Melbourne

Mon 27/7

13:30-19:35

2 stops38h 05m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Mon 3/8

20:30-19:40

2 stops39h 10m

$1,784

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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 27 February 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 $663). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Budapest in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,490). 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 1 March 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
3,536 reviews
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Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

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
3,536 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,536 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

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
3,745 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,536 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

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
7.4
Good
138 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,536 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

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
4,240 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,536 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

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
196 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,536 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

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 $1,051. 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 $740. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by China Southern and Air China, with the lowest prices starting at $989 and $1,148, respectively. China Eastern is currently priced 54% 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 $393. 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 $663). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Budapest in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,490). 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

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 1 March 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China EasternCheapest$740Average$1,286FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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China SouthernCheapest$989Average$1,501FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air ChinaCheapest$1,148Average$1,585FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$1,267Average$2,301FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest$1,503Average$1,862FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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SWISSCheapest$1,544Average$2,045FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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FinnairCheapest$1,592Average$1,687FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,802Average$2,395FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest$1,817Average$2,212FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,847Average$2,225FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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