Cheap Flights from Budapest to Shanghai

Cheapest flights from Budapest to Shanghai

Flaut.Travel was designed and developed by a team dedicated to making the process of searching, comparing and booking airline tickets as easy and convenient as possible. Our service helps travelers to find and buy the cheapest flights from Budapest to Shanghai. We have connected more than 40 airlines and airline ticketing agencies to help you find the most suitable and affordable flight option.

Cheapest one way flight

$289

Wizz Air

2 layovers

1d 12h 20m

01/15/2027

The cheapest one-way flight from Budapest to Shanghai departs on 01/15/2027, is operated by Wizz Air and costs $289

Cheapest round trip flight

$572

China Southern Airlines

1 layover

1d 10h 15m

11/26/2026

The cheapest roundtrip flight from Budapest to Shanghai departs on 11/26/2026, is operated by China Southern Airlines and costs $572

The fastest flight

10h 55m

Fastest flight from Budapest to Shanghai takes 10h 55m

Direct flights

Every day

There are direct flights on this route 7 days a week: Su, Mo, Tu, We, Th, Fr, and Sa

Earliest flight

11:30 AM

Latest flight

11:30 AM

Average flight duration

21h 15m

Direct flights count

8

Distance

8345km

Timezone difference

7h

The distance between Budapest and Shanghai is 8345km (5174 miles). The average flight duration is 21h 15m. There are 8 direct flights from Budapest to Shanghai. The time difference between Budapest and Shanghai is 7h. Flights from Budapest begin at 11:30 AM. The latest flight from Budapest departs at 11:30 AM

Remember that on average the ideal time to book flights is 2 months before departure!

Airfare from Budapest to Shanghai by month

The minimum one-way ticket price from Budapest to Shanghai is $283 (November 2026), while the maximum is $393 (October 2026). On average, a ticket costs $353–$744.

November 2026

Lowest price

on average:

$283

October 2026

Highest price

on average:

$393

Avg Price

Price dynamics

Flight prices from Budapest to Shanghai are steadily rising: from October 2026 to April 2027, ticket costs increased by 2%. The sooner you book, the better the deal.

Cheaper and more expensive periods

The most significant price increase was from November 2026 to April 2027 — up 35%. The best time to fly is November 2026–December 2026, when the average price is $314. In March 2027–April 2027, tickets cost around $372.

Best time to buy

Given the rising prices, it's best not to delay your purchase. Flying in November 2026–December 2026 can save you up to 16% compared to the most expensive months.

Price predictability

Price variation across months on this route is 11%. Your choice of departure month significantly affects the total flight cost.

Airlines operating on route

The Budapest — Shanghai route is served by a wide range of airlines: 12 in total, including Shanghai Airlines, Wizz Air, Air China, SCAT, Valuair, Air Algerie, Qatar Airways, China Southern Airlines, Hainan Airlines, Aegean Airlines, Ryanair, and Lufthansa. Competition among carriers gives passengers the opportunity to find tickets at attractive fares — with prices starting from $289. Our service helps compare all available offers within seconds and choose the most convenient option. You can filter flights by price, departure time, or baggage rules to make your trip as comfortable as possible. With so many airlines, there’s always a chance to catch special promotions and save.

starting at $420

starting at $289

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starting at $388

China Southern Airlines

starting at $389

starting at $403

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starting at $457

starting at $496

Non-stop flights from Budapest to Shanghai

A non-stop flight is the most convenient and comfortable way to fly from Budapest to Shanghai, despite the fact that sometimes flights with transfers can cost significantly less.

Budapest — Shanghai

BUD — SHA

04/22/2027

Departure

Direct flight

FM602

starting at $425

Budapest — Shanghai

BUD — SHA

12/07/2026

Departure

Direct flight

FM870

starting at $464

Budapest — Shanghai

BUD — SHA

11/15/2026

Departure

Direct flight

FM870

starting at $477

Budapest — Shanghai

BUD — SHA

01/15/2027

Departure

Direct flight

FM870

starting at $485

Budapest — Shanghai

BUD — SHA

12/13/2026

Departure

Direct flight

FM870

starting at $488

Budapest — Shanghai

BUD — SHA

12/17/2026

Departure

Direct flight

FM870

starting at $622

Budapest — Shanghai

BUD — SHA

12/19/2026

Departure

Direct flight

FM870

starting at $622

Budapest — Shanghai

BUD — SHA

01/03/2027

Departure

Direct flight

FM8640

starting at $646

Budapest — Shanghai

BUD — SHA

12/12/2026

Departure

Direct flight

FM8640

starting at $650

Budapest — Shanghai

BUD — SHA

12/29/2026

Departure

Direct flight

FM8640

starting at $807

Schedule of direct flights from Budapest to Shanghai

The only airline operating direct flights from Budapest to Shanghai is Shanghai Airlines. Flights operate every day.

Shanghai Airlines

Every day

starting at $457

Budapest airports overview

Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport

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BUD

19km

Budapest's primary international gateway, offering year‑round domestic and international connections with convenient rail, bus and road links to the city center.

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Shanghai airports overview

Shanghai Pudong International Airport

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PVG

33km

Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport

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SHA

14km

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Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

Answers to questions about the route that travelers are most interested in.

What is the cheapest price for flights from Budapest to Shanghai?

The cheapest flight ticket from Budapest to Shanghai according to data for the last 48 hours costs $289

When is the best time to buy air tickets on the route Budapest — Shanghai?

Often the best time to buy tickets from Budapest to Shanghai is 2 months before departure.

When is the cheapest time of year to fly from Budapest to Shanghai?

Based on statistics over the past years, the lowest prices for flights from Budapest to Shanghai can be found flying in these months: November, December, March.

How long does it take to fly from Budapest to Shanghai?

The fastest flights from Budapest to Shanghai start from 10 hours 55 minutes in the air.

Which airline can fly direct from Budapest to Shanghai?

The following airlines operate direct flights on the route Budapest — Shanghai: Shanghai Airlines

Special offers and sales on air tickets from Budapest to Shanghai

We keep tight track on airlines' pre-holidays sales and other special offers occurences all the time to let you save maximum amount of funds while traveling to your family or just going out on vacation.

We couldn't find any special offers for flights from Budapest to Shanghai

Alternative routes

Bratislava ➜ Shanghai•Debrecen ➜ Shanghai•Kosice ➜ Shanghai•Oradea ➜ Shanghai•Szeged ➜ Shanghai•Vienna ➜ Shanghai•Budapest ➜ Changzhou•Budapest ➜ Hangzhou•Budapest ➜ Zhoushan•Budapest ➜ Ningbo•Budapest ➜ Nanjing•Budapest ➜ Nantong•Budapest ➜ Wuxi•Budapest ➜ Yiwu•Budapest ➜ Yancheng•Budapest ➜ Yangzhou

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Cheapest one way flight

$289

Wizz Air

2 layovers

1d 12h 20m

01/15/2027

The cheapest one-way flight from Budapest to Shanghai departs on 01/15/2027, is operated by Wizz Air and costs $289

Cheapest round trip flight

$572

China Southern Airlines

1 layover

1d 10h 15m

11/26/2026

The cheapest roundtrip flight from Budapest to Shanghai departs on 11/26/2026, is operated by China Southern Airlines and costs $572

The fastest flight

10h 55m

Fastest flight from Budapest to Shanghai takes 10h 55m

Direct flights

Every day

There are direct flights on this route 7 days a week: Su, Mo, Tu, We, Th, Fr, and Sa

Earliest flight

11:30 AM

Latest flight

11:30 AM

Average flight duration

21h 15m

Direct flights count

8

Distance

8345km

Timezone difference

7h

Price dynamics

Flight prices from Budapest to Shanghai are steadily rising: from October 2026 to April 2027, ticket costs increased by 2%. The sooner you book, the better the deal.

Cheaper and more expensive periods

Best time to buy

Given the rising prices, it's best not to delay your purchase. Flying in November 2026–December 2026 can save you up to 16% compared to the most expensive months.

Price predictability

Price variation across months on this route is 11%. Your choice of departure month significantly affects the total flight cost.

starting at $420

starting at $289

starting at $322

starting at $350

starting at $365

starting at $367

starting at $388

China Southern Airlines

starting at $389

starting at $403

starting at $418

starting at $457

starting at $496

Budapest — Shanghai

BUD — SHA

04/22/2027

Departure

Direct flight

FM602

starting at $425

Budapest — Shanghai

BUD — SHA

12/07/2026

Departure

Direct flight

FM870

starting at $464

Budapest — Shanghai

BUD — SHA

11/15/2026

Departure

Direct flight

FM870

starting at $477

Budapest — Shanghai

BUD — SHA

01/15/2027

Departure

Direct flight

FM870

starting at $485

Budapest — Shanghai

BUD — SHA

12/13/2026

Departure

Direct flight

FM870

starting at $488

Budapest — Shanghai

BUD — SHA

12/17/2026

Departure

Direct flight

FM870

starting at $622

Budapest — Shanghai

BUD — SHA

12/19/2026

Departure

Direct flight

FM870

starting at $622

Budapest — Shanghai

BUD — SHA

01/03/2027

Departure

Direct flight

FM8640

starting at $646

Budapest — Shanghai

BUD — SHA

12/12/2026

Departure

Direct flight

FM8640

starting at $650

Budapest — Shanghai

BUD — SHA

12/29/2026

Departure

Direct flight

FM8640

starting at $807

What is the cheapest price for flights from Budapest to Shanghai?

The cheapest flight ticket from Budapest to Shanghai according to data for the last 48 hours costs $289

When is the best time to buy air tickets on the route Budapest — Shanghai?

Often the best time to buy tickets from Budapest to Shanghai is 2 months before departure.

When is the cheapest time of year to fly from Budapest to Shanghai?

Based on statistics over the past years, the lowest prices for flights from Budapest to Shanghai can be found flying in these months: November, December, March.

How long does it take to fly from Budapest to Shanghai?

The fastest flights from Budapest to Shanghai start from 10 hours 55 minutes in the air.

Which airline can fly direct from Budapest to Shanghai?

The following airlines operate direct flights on the route Budapest — Shanghai: Shanghai Airlines

Cheap Flights from Budapest to Shanghai

Compare airlines, prices, and flight durations for your trip

Cheapest flights from Budapest to Shanghai

Cheapest one way flight

$289

Wizz Air

2 layovers

1d 12h 20m

01/15/2027

Cheapest round trip flight

$572

China Southern Airlines

1 layover

1d 10h 15m

11/26/2026

The fastest flight

10h 55m

Direct flights

Every day

Earliest flight

11:30 AM

Latest flight

11:30 AM

Average flight duration

21h 15m

Direct flights count

8

Distance

8345km

Timezone difference

7h

Airfare from Budapest to Shanghai by month

November 2026

on average:

$283

October 2026

on average:

$393

Price dynamics

Cheaper and more expensive periods

Best time to buy

Price predictability

Airlines operating on route

Non-stop flights from Budapest to Shanghai

Schedule of direct flights from Budapest to Shanghai

Budapest airports overview

Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport

Shanghai airports overview

Shanghai Pudong International Airport

Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

Special offers and sales on air tickets from Budapest to Shanghai

Alternative routes

Cheapest one way flight

$289

Wizz Air

2 layovers

1d 12h 20m

01/15/2027

Cheapest round trip flight

$572

China Southern Airlines

1 layover

1d 10h 15m

11/26/2026

The fastest flight

10h 55m

Direct flights

Every day

Earliest flight

11:30 AM

Latest flight

11:30 AM

Average flight duration

21h 15m

Direct flights count

8

Distance

8345km

Timezone difference