New Zealand
NZD

AKL - BUD

$1,586 Find Cheap Flights from Auckland to Budapest – Compare and Save

1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Save 16% or more on flights. Compare deals from all over the web.

Never overpay with our price tracking tools.

Filter searches by price, airline and more to find your best flights.

Everything you should know

Cheapest return flight
$1,869
Typical prices: $1,919-$2,483
China Southern
Sat 24/11Sat 1/12
AKL - BUD • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
$1,072
Typical prices: $1,152-$1,685
Air China
Thu 8/3
AKL - BUD • 1 stop
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Auckland and Budapest. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
Insights
Insights
When to book
25 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 25 weeks in advance save around 38% compared to booking last minute.
Insights
Insights
When to travel
February
Cheapest • 17% price drop
July
Most popular
Good to know
+1
Good to know
+1
Top stopover airports
Guangzhou Baiyun (CAN)
Cheapest • Avg $2,013 (return)
Doha Hamad Intl (DOH)
Shortest trip • 24h 34m (one-way)
Insights
Insights
Start a new search
KAYAK searches hundreds of sites at once to find you the best travel deals.
We hope you enjoy your trip to Budapest!
Flight Deals
Booking Insights
Flight Deals

Cheap Flights from Auckland to Budapest (AKL-BUD)

 
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent return flight deals from Auckland to Budapest

Tue, 24 Nov - Tue, 1 Dec
China Southern Logo
22:25 - 06:30AKL  Auckland Intl-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
44h 05m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun
China Southern Logo
11:45 - 16:15BUD  Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-AKL Auckland Intl
40h 30m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun
$1,869China Southern
3+ days ago
Thu, 29 Oct - Thu, 5 Nov
China Southern Logo
22:25 - 06:30AKL  Auckland Intl-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
44h 05m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun
China Southern Logo
11:45 - 07:00BUD  Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-AKL Auckland Intl
31h 15m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun
$1,995China Southern
3+ days ago
Tue, 24 Nov - Tue, 1 Dec
Finnair Logo
06:10 - 10:50AKL  Auckland Intl-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
40h 40m3 stops Melbourne Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Helsinki-Vantaa
Finnair Logo
11:35 - 05:30BUD  Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-AKL Auckland Intl
53h 55m3 stops Helsinki-Vantaa Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Melbourne
$2,156Finnair
3+ days ago
Tue, 24 Nov - Tue, 1 Dec
Multiple Airlines Logo
06:10 - 10:50AKL  Auckland Intl-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
40h 40m3 stops Melbourne Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Helsinki-Vantaa
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:35 - 05:50BUD  Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-AKL Auckland Intl
30h 15m2 stops Helsinki-Vantaa Los Angeles
$2,233Multiple Airlines
3+ days ago
Thu, 29 Oct - Thu, 5 Nov
China Eastern Logo
22:00 - 16:00AKL  Auckland Intl-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
54h 00m2 stops Shanghai Pu Dong Xi'an Xianyang
China Eastern Logo
06:00 - 16:35BUD  Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-AKL Auckland Intl
46h 35m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Shanghai Pu Dong
$2,880China Eastern
3+ days ago
Tue, 23 Mar - Tue, 27 Apr
British Airways Logo
06:00 - 17:20AKL  Auckland Intl-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
47h 20m3 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Singapore Changi London Heathrow
British Airways Logo
14:40 - 16:50BUD  Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-AKL Auckland Intl
40h 10m3 stops London Heathrow Singapore Changi Sydney Kingsford Smith
$3,046British Airways
2 days ago
Tue, 23 Mar - Tue, 27 Apr
British Airways Logo
06:00 - 23:00AKL  Auckland Intl-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
53h 00m3 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Singapore Changi London Heathrow
British Airways Logo
07:20 - 16:50BUD  Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-AKL Auckland Intl
47h 30m3 stops London Heathrow Singapore Changi Sydney Kingsford Smith
$3,046British Airways
3+ days ago
Tue, 23 Mar - Tue, 27 Apr
Emirates Logo
16:35 - 13:25AKL  Auckland Intl-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
32h 50m2 stops Brisbane Dubai Intl
Emirates Logo
22:40 - 09:55BUD  Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-AKL Auckland Intl
25h 15m1 stop Dubai Intl
$3,689Emirates
2 days ago
Sat, 6 Feb - Sat, 27 Feb
China Eastern Logo
22:00 - 07:05AKL  Auckland Intl-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
45h 05m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
China Eastern Logo
11:30 - 16:35BUD  Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-AKL Auckland Intl
41h 05m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
$6,579China Eastern
2 days ago
Fri, 6 Nov - Sun, 29 Nov
Emirates Logo
21:05 - 21:20AKL  Auckland Intl-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
36h 15m1 stop Dubai Intl
Emirates Logo
22:20 - 11:15BUD  Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-AKL Auckland Intl
24h 55m1 stop Dubai Intl
$14,370Emirates
2 days ago
Booking Insights

Price, demand, and travel trends for Auckland to Budapest flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

How much is a return flight from Auckland to Budapest?

Return flights from Auckland to Budapest typically range from $1,919 to $2,483. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $1,869 on China Southern.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Auckland to Budapest?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Auckland to Budapest. It’s 6% cheaper than the average day, while Thursday is the most expensive, with prices 14% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Auckland to Budapest?

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Auckland to Budapest at $1,795 return.
•December ($3,021) and November ($2,478) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 68% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Auckland to Budapest the cheapest?

Flights from Auckland to Budapest are cheapest 25 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 38% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Find deals

Key details for Auckland to Budapest flights

Low season

November

Cheapest flight

$1,072
Beat the crowds with an average 71% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 169% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Auckland to Budapest

When to book flights from Auckland to Budapest

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Auckland to Budapest based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated return price

Your Auckland to Budapest flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Auckland to Budapest?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Auckland to Budapest:

    • Economy class
    • Business Class

  • How long is a flight from Auckland to Budapest?

    A direct flight from Auckland to Budapest takes 00m, covering 28,473 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Auckland to Budapest?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Auckland to Budapest flight?

    Return flights from Auckland to Budapest range from $1,919 to $2,483, with an average of $2,154 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,919 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Auckland to Budapest flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 29% above the $2,154 route average. Book 25 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How are flight prices from Auckland to Budapest looking right now?

    One-way fares from Auckland to Budapest are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $3,231, which is 139% above the typical average for this route.

  • Which car hire options are available at Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl Airport (BUD)?

    Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl Airport (BUD) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $10 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Klass Wagen
    • Dryyve
    • GREEN MOTION
    • SURPRICE CAR RENTAL
    • Sixt

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Auckland to Budapest?

    Flights from Auckland to Budapest usually depart from Auckland Intl (AKL) and arrive at Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl (BUD).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Auckland to Budapest pass through?

    One-stop flights from Auckland to Budapest most commonly connect through:

    • Guangzhou Baiyun (CAN) – 44% of one-stop connections
    • Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG) – 34% of one-stop connections
    • Beijing Capital (PEK) – 12% of one-stop connections
    • Dubai Intl (DXB) – 7% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Auckland to Budapest?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 19% on flights from Auckland to Budapest. Sunday is the cheapest departure day at $2,028 return on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $2,474, a difference of $447.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Auckland to Budapest?

    Flying via Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 24h 34m, compared to 26h 48m via Dubai Intl (DXB) and 33h 36m via Incheon Intl (ICN).

  • What is the time difference between Auckland and Budapest?

    Budapest is 11 hours behind Auckland (Central European Time vs New Zealand Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Your guide to booking Auckland to Budapest flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Sunday departure and avoid flying on Thursday. On this route, Sunday flights average $2,028, about $447 less than Thursday fares (18% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 25 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 38% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Auckland to Budapest trip for February. Fares historically average $1,795 return in that month – typically $1,225 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl Airport.

    • ibis Styles Budapest Airport
    • Hotel Ferihegy

More options for your flight from Auckland to Budapest

Complete your trip to Budapest with a hotel stay or car hire

Car rentals in Budapest
Hotels in Budapest