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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Budapest from $680

MEL — BUD
5 Oct — 12 Oct1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to Budapest

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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to Budapest

Sun 25/1012:00 -
1 stop29h 05m
Thu 29/1011:30 -
1 stop40h 35m
Deal found 3/9$1,039
Thu 1/1021:30 -
1 stop42h 35m
Thu 10/1211:30 -
1 stop36h 30m
Deal found 2/9$1,046
Wed 28/1022:30 -
1 stop42h 35m
Tue 3/1111:30 -
1 stop36h 30m
Deal found 1/9$1,146
Sun 22/1122:30 -
1 stop42h 35m
Mon 30/1111:30 -
1 stop36h 30m
Deal found 4/9$1,224
Mon 26/1020:15 -
1 stop31h 20m
Tue 10/1119:35 -
2 stops31h 00m
Deal found 1/9$1,243
Fri 20/1122:30 -
1 stop42h 35m
Mon 30/1111:30 -
1 stop36h 30m
Deal found 5/9$1,246
Sun 1/1120:15 -
1 stop31h 20m
Tue 1/1219:35 -
2 stops32h 00m
Deal found 5/9$1,248
Mon 28/910:20 -
1 stop28h 10m
Sat 12/1211:45 -
1 stop36h 00m
Deal found 2/9$1,250
Thu 15/1012:00 -
1 stop29h 05m
Sat 31/1011:30 -
1 stop36h 30m
Deal found 1/9$1,317

Find flight deals from Melbourne to Budapest

Round-trip from

$1,039

One-way from

$680

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,534
China Eastern
  • China Eastern
  • 25/10-29/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 69h 40m total
  • Melbourne to Budapest
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22/10-31/12
  • 22/10-31/12
  • 2 total stops
  • 29h 35m total
  • Melbourne to Budapest
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price ($147 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($59 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in September 2026
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MelbourneBudapest

MEL Melbourne - BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

MELBUD

Melbourne

Mon 26/10

11:25-07:10

1 stop29h 45m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-09:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$688

MelbourneBudapest

MEL Melbourne - BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

MELBUD

Melbourne

Wed 13/1

22:35-11:10

2 stops46h 35m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-09:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$751

MelbourneBudapest

MEL Melbourne - BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

MELBUD

Melbourne

Tue 27/10

18:20-15:00

2 stops30h 40m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-09:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$820

MelbourneBudapest

MEL Melbourne - BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

MELBUD

Melbourne

Tue 15/9

11:00-21:25

3 stops42h 25m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-09:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$876

MelbourneBudapest

MEL Melbourne - BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

MELBUD

Melbourne

Thu 15/10

12:00-08:05

1 stop29h 05m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Sat 31/10

11:30-10:00

1 stop36h 30m

$1,317
Fastest return journey

MelbourneBudapest

MEL Melbourne - BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

MELBUD

Melbourne

Thu 22/10

17:10-06:40

1 stop22h 30m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-09:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$1,336

MelbourneBudapest

MEL Melbourne - BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

MELBUD

Melbourne

Fri 23/10

06:15-13:55

1 stop40h 40m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-09:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$1,345

MelbourneBudapest

MEL Melbourne - BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

MELBUD

Melbourne

Fri 18/9

18:15-13:50

2 stops27h 35m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-09:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$1,538

MelbourneBudapest

MEL Melbourne - BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

MELBUD

Melbourne

Tue 27/10

10:00-11:25

3 stops35h 25m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-09:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$1,628

MelbourneBudapest

MEL Melbourne - BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

MELBUD

Melbourne

Thu 22/10

10:00-16:55

3 stops39h 55m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-09:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$1,628

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Budapest

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Cheapflights Insights

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?

The best time to book flights from Melbourne Airport to Budapest is 10 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Budapest (average of $1,135). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Budapest in October is currently the most expensive (average of $2,109). 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.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Melbourne Airport to Budapest?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

Melbourne Airport to Budapest flights typically cost between $1,299 and $1,775 in October.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was $1,039 on China Eastern (25 Oct–29 Oct).

Reviews of airlines servicing Budapest

See what other customers who have flown with Emirates,Qatar Airways, andAir China 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
3,656 reviews
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Food

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.4

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jodie,Aug 2026

SYD - DXB

Overall it was a good flight with great service, however we paid for extra legroom only to find that the seat my husband was on was extremely small, it was the “window” seat. It seemed smaller than a regular seat so definitely not worth the amount we paid.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,656 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,656 reviews
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Food

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.4

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jodie,Aug 2026

SYD - DXB

Overall it was a good flight with great service, however we paid for extra legroom only to find that the seat my husband was on was extremely small, it was the “window” seat. It seemed smaller than a regular seat so definitely not worth the amount we paid.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,731 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,656 reviews
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Food

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.4

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jodie,Aug 2026

SYD - DXB

Overall it was a good flight with great service, however we paid for extra legroom only to find that the seat my husband was on was extremely small, it was the “window” seat. It seemed smaller than a regular seat so definitely not worth the amount we paid.
Air China
7.4
Good
163 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,656 reviews
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Food

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.4

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jodie,Aug 2026

SYD - DXB

Overall it was a good flight with great service, however we paid for extra legroom only to find that the seat my husband was on was extremely small, it was the “window” seat. It seemed smaller than a regular seat so definitely not worth the amount we paid.
China Southern
7.3
Good
172 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,656 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.4

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jodie,Aug 2026

SYD - DXB

Overall it was a good flight with great service, however we paid for extra legroom only to find that the seat my husband was on was extremely small, it was the “window” seat. It seemed smaller than a regular seat so definitely not worth the amount we paid.
China Eastern
7.3
Good
236 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,656 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.4

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jodie,Aug 2026

SYD - DXB

Overall it was a good flight with great service, however we paid for extra legroom only to find that the seat my husband was on was extremely small, it was the “window” seat. It seemed smaller than a regular seat so definitely not worth the amount we paid.

Related info for your journey

  • 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 8 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 29h 05m. China Eastern provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $1,317. 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 Eastern is currently your cheapest option to Budapest, with prices starting at $731. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by China Southern and Air China, with the lowest prices starting at $976 and $1,163, respectively. China Eastern is currently priced 55% 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 $388. However, be on the lookout for offers from Turkish Airlines and Air China, 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Budapest (average of $1,135). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Budapest in October is currently the most expensive (average of $2,109). 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 8 airlines flying from Melbourne to Budapest

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China EasternCheapest$731Average$1,361FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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China SouthernCheapest$976Average$1,476FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air ChinaCheapest$1,163Average$1,547FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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FinnairCheapest$1,403Average$1,719FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest$1,502Average$1,735FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$2,079Average$2,346FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapest$2,221Average$2,574FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$2,357Average$2,664FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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