There are most likely no direct flights on the Zurich — Budapest route
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There are most likely no direct flights on the Zurich — Budapest route
Zurich — Budapest
09/05/2026
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Direct flight
2L2250
starting at $442
Zurich — Budapest
09/22/2026
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BT2250
starting at $389
Zurich — Budapest
09/24/2026
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2L2254
starting at $575
Zurich — Budapest
09/28/2026
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2L2250
starting at $321
Zurich — Budapest
09/29/2026
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LX2258
starting at $310
Zurich — Budapest
10/03/2026
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BT2250
starting at $371
Zurich — Budapest
10/09/2026
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LX2250
starting at $251
Zurich — Budapest
10/23/2026
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2L2258
starting at $239
Zurich — Budapest
10/24/2026
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2L2252
starting at $361
Zurich — Budapest
11/28/2026
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2L2252
starting at $330
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starting at $87
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The route Zurich — Budapest is served by many carriers — 9 in total, including Helvetic Airways, airBaltic, Swiss International Air Lines, OpenSkies, Air Serbia, EasyJet, Vueling, Condor, and Scandinavian Airlines. This gives passengers wide opportunities: from finding the lowest fare (from $87) to selecting flights by schedule or service class. Our service aggregates data from multiple booking systems so you can compare offers in one place. This saves time and money: no need to check dozens of sites — just pick the right option and book online.
The cheapest one-way flight from Zurich to Budapest departs on 10/05/2026, is operated by OpenSkies and costs $87
The cheapest roundtrip flight from Zurich to Budapest departs on 11/13/2026, is operated by EasyJet and costs $164
Fastest flight from Zurich to Budapest takes 4h 45m
There are direct flights on this route 7 days a week: Su, Mo, Tu, We, Th, Fr, and Sa
The distance between Zurich and Budapest is 788km (489 miles). There are 26 direct flights from Zurich to Budapest. Zurich and Budapest are in the same time zone. Flights from Zurich begin at 7:20 AM. The latest flight from Zurich departs at 5:40 PM
Zurich Airport (ZRH) is Switzerland’s largest international hub, serving major full-service carriers alongside regional and low-cost airlines for European connections. Located about 10–15 km north of the city center, it’s usually a quick S-Bahn ride away — around 10–15 minutes on lines S2/S16 — with fares typically in the low single-digit euros/CHF range for a short trip. Taxis and airport shuttles can take 15–30 minutes depending on traffic and cost noticeably more. The airport often scores high for cleanliness, efficient transfers and a wide range of shops and lounges, though peak times can mean longer security or immigration waits and higher on-site prices for food and parking.
Budapest Ferenc Liszt International (BUD) is Hungary’s primary international gateway and typically handles a mix of full-service carriers and numerous low-cost airlines, making it a common choice for both business and budget travelers. The airport sits about 16–20 km southeast of the city center; travel times vary from roughly 25–40 minutes by car depending on traffic. Public options include the 100E express bus to central districts (around 30–45 minutes, fares are usually modest) and suburban buses/metro connections that can take a bit longer but be cheaper. Pros: relatively compact terminals with a fair range of shops and lounges; can be good value on low-cost carriers. Cons: peak-hour traffic can add time to transfers, and budget passengers may face basic facilities or extra fees for services.
The cheapest flight ticket from Zurich to Budapest according to data for the last 48 hours costs $87
Often the best time to buy tickets from Zurich to Budapest is 2 months before departure.
Based on statistics over the past years, the lowest prices for flights from Zurich to Budapest can be found flying in these months: August, October, September.
The fastest flights from Zurich to Budapest start from 4 hours 45 minutes in the air.
The following airlines operate direct flights on the route Zurich — Budapest: Helvetic Airways, airBaltic, Swiss International Air Lines
In different months, ticket prices from Zurich to Budapest vary: minimum — $87 (August 2026), maximum — $92 (September 2026). Typically, the flight costs $90–$183.
Flight prices from Zurich to Budapest barely change from month to month. You can comfortably choose any convenient dates — there won't be a significant overpayment.
There is a slight difference: it's a bit cheaper in August 2026–September 2026 (averaging $89) and slightly more in September 2026–October 2026 ($92). But overall, the difference is small.
On this route, you don't need to target specific months — prices are stable. The difference between the cheapest and most expensive period is only 2%. Book whenever it's convenient.
Monthly price variation is just 2.6%. Ticket costs on this route are among the most predictable.
We couldn't find any special offers for flights from Zurich to Budapest
