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Cheap flights from Sydney to Budapest from $636

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 8/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — BUD
16 Apr — 23 Apr1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Sydney to Budapest
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sydney to Budapest. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 17 March 2026.

Mon 1/620:30
SYD
-
BUD
1 stop43h 35m
China Eastern
Thu 18/612:30
BUD
-
SYD
1 stop40h 05m
China Eastern
Deal found 15/3$997
Wed 27/520:30
SYD
-
BUD
2 stops30h 10m
China Eastern
Tue 16/612:30
BUD
-
SYD
2 stops35h 30m
China Eastern
Deal found 14/3$1,038
Thu 28/519:40
SYD
-
BUD
1 stop43h 20m
Air China
Tue 2/613:00
BUD
-
SYD
1 stop41h 50m
Air China
Deal found 16/3$1,058
Sat 18/419:40
SYD
-
BUD
1 stop43h 20m
Air China
Tue 26/513:00
BUD
-
SYD
1 stop41h 50m
Air China
Deal found 14/3$1,075
Sat 18/419:40
SYD
-
BUD
1 stop43h 20m
Air China
Sun 24/513:00
BUD
-
SYD
1 stop41h 50m
Air China
Deal found 12/3$1,102
Wed 27/520:30
SYD
-
BUD
2 stops30h 10m
China Eastern
Sat 6/619:00
BUD
-
SYD
2 stops33h 35m
China Eastern
Deal found 16/3$1,103
Sun 24/520:30
SYD
-
BUD
2 stops30h 10m
China Eastern
Sat 13/619:00
BUD
-
SYD
2 stops30h 00m
China Eastern
Deal found 14/3$1,105
Fri 29/520:30
SYD
-
BUD
2 stops28h 30m
China Eastern
Sat 6/619:00
BUD
-
SYD
2 stops33h 35m
China Eastern
Deal found 16/3$1,113
Fri 29/520:30
SYD
-
BUD
2 stops28h 30m
China Eastern
Sat 13/619:00
BUD
-
SYD
2 stops30h 00m
China Eastern
Deal found 14/3$1,115

Find flight deals from Sydney to Budapest

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Sydney (SYD) 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 17 March 2026.

Round-trip from

$997

One-way from

$636

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$1,494
China Eastern
  • China Eastern
  • 1/6-18/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 83h 40m total
  • Sydney to Budapest
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China Eastern
  • China Eastern
  • 8/6
  • 1 total stop
  • 29h 05m total
  • Sydney to Budapest
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price ($341 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($88 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in March 2026
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Sydney 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 17 March 2026.
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SydneyBudapest

SYD - BUD

SYDBUD

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 18/5

20:30-08:05

1 stop43h 35m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Thu 21/5

12:30-08:00

2 stops35h 30m

$1,189

SydneyBudapest

SYD - BUD

SYDBUD

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 14/4

10:05-08:05

3 stops54h 00m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Sun 26/4

12:30-08:00

2 stops59h 30m

$1,583

SydneyBudapest

SYD - BUD

SYDBUD

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 1/5

11:00-08:05

1 stop29h 05m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Fri 8/5

12:30-08:00

3 stops59h 30m

$1,820

SydneyBudapest

SYD - BUD

SYDBUD

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 29/4

20:30-18:40

2 stops30h 10m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Wed 6/5

12:30-08:00

3 stops59h 30m

$1,867
Fastest return journey

SydneyBudapest

SYD - BUD

SYDBUD

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 18/5

22:10-19:35

2 stops29h 25m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Thu 21/5

09:00-19:10

2 stops26h 10m

$2,156
Cheapest one-way

SydneyBudapest

SYD - BUD

SYDBUD

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 8/6

10:00-08:05

2 stops54h 05m

$757
Fastest single journey

SydneyBudapest

SYD - BUD

SYDBUD

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 17/5

20:30-18:40

2 stops30h 10m

$817

SydneyBudapest

SYD - BUD

SYDBUD

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 17/5

19:40-23:40

2 stops36h 00m

$903

SydneyBudapest

SYD - BUD

SYDBUD

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 24/4

20:50-19:35

2 stops30h 45m

$1,302

SydneyBudapest

SYD - BUD

SYDBUD

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 24/3

16:35-19:10

2 stops36h 35m

$1,323

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Best time to book a flight from Sydney to Budapest

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Sydney to Budapest

How far ahead should I book a flight from Sydney to Budapest?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Sydney to Budapest. Price data was last updated on 13 March 2026.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Sydney to Budapest, you should look to book at least 55 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Budapest (average of $713). Flying from Sydney to Budapest in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,524). 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 17 March 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates,Qatar Airways, andChina Southern from Sydney to Budapest to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,543 reviews
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Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,543 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,543 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,736 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,543 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers
China Southern
7.4
Good
142 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,543 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,258 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,543 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers
China Eastern
7.2
Good
197 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,543 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Sydney to Budapest. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Sydney to Budapest?

    China Eastern can get you from Sydney to Budapest in just under 43h 35m. Your travel time can differ by up to . Airlines will cover a distance of 15759 km.

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

    Flying on Air China is currently your cheapest option to Budapest, with prices starting at $953. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by China Eastern and China Southern, with the lowest prices starting at $966 and $980, respectively. You may be able to fly from Sydney to Budapest for 37% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for China Southern. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $620. Users have also found prices from $638 and $1,084 on China Eastern and Qatar Airways, respectively.

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Sydney to Budapest?

    Most of the time, Sydney to Budapest flights that have stopovers will stop in Shanghai.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a stopover in Shanghai?

    People's Square, French Concession, and Shanghai Disneyland are the most popular attractions in Shanghai if you're in need of something to do during your stopover. People's Square, French Concession, and Shanghai Disneyland can be accessed by travelling approximately 32.7 km, 32.8 km, and 14.1 km, respectively from Shanghai Pu Dong.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for Sydney to Budapest flights?

    The least popular stopover on flights from Sydney to Budapest is Guangzhou.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Sydney to Budapest that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Sydney to Budapest flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Sydney to Budapest?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Sydney to Budapest.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Sydney to Budapest?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Sydney 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 Sydney to Budapest?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Budapest (average of $713). Flying from Sydney to Budapest in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,524). 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 Sydney to Budapest on these airlines

Choose from the following airlines for your flight from Sydney to Budapest. Flights are based on user searches made on Cheapflights and were last updated on 17 March 2026.
China Eastern flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
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Top 10 airlines flying from Sydney to Budapest

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Sydney 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 17 March 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air ChinaCheapest$953Average$1,739FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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China EasternCheapest$966Average$1,278FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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China SouthernCheapest$980Average$1,405FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$1,029Average$2,383FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest$1,150Average$1,768FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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SWISSCheapest$1,408Average$1,585FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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FinnairCheapest$1,685Average$2,055FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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British AirwaysCheapest$1,687Average$2,124FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,828Average$2,074FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$2,066Average$2,516FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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