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Cheapest return flight
$1,868
Typical prices: $1,872-$2,731
China Southern
Fri 2/3Fri 16/3
CHC - BUD • 1 stop
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Cheapest • 19% average savings
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Our data shows that travellers who book at least 25 weeks in advance save around 25% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheap Flights to Budapest

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

Recent return flight deals to Budapest

Tue, 2 Mar - Tue, 16 Mar
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22:30 - 07:10CHC  Christchurch-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
44h 40m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun
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11:45 - 17:20BUD  Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-CHC Christchurch
41h 35m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun
$1,868China Southern
Tue, 2 Mar - Tue, 16 Mar
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22:30 - 07:10CHC  Christchurch-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
44h 40m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun
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11:45 - 17:20BUD  Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-CHC Christchurch
41h 35m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun
$1,872China Southern
Tue, 2 Mar - Wed, 17 Mar
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16:15 - 17:35CHC  Christchurch-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
37h 20m2 stops Auckland Intl Beijing Capital
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19:35 - 21:25BUD  Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-CHC Christchurch
37h 50m2 stops Beijing Capital Auckland Intl
$1,986Multiple Airlines
Tue, 2 Mar - Tue, 16 Mar
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12:00 - 17:35CHC  Christchurch-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
41h 35m2 stops Auckland Intl Beijing Capital
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19:35 - 21:25BUD  Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-CHC Christchurch
37h 50m2 stops Beijing Capital Auckland Intl
$2,045Multiple Airlines
Tue, 2 Mar - Tue, 16 Mar
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22:30 - 07:10CHC  Christchurch-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
44h 40m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun
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11:45 - 12:25BUD  Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-CHC Christchurch
36h 40m2 stops Guangzhou Baiyun Auckland Intl
$2,164Multiple Airlines
Mon, 1 Mar - Tue, 16 Mar
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05:45 - 07:10CHC  Christchurch-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
37h 25m2 stops Auckland Intl Guangzhou Baiyun
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11:45 - 17:20BUD  Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-CHC Christchurch
41h 35m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun
$2,168Multiple Airlines
Tue, 2 Mar - Tue, 16 Mar
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22:30 - 07:10CHC  Christchurch-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
44h 40m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun
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11:45 - 12:25BUD  Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-CHC Christchurch
36h 40m2 stops Guangzhou Baiyun Auckland Intl
$2,169Multiple Airlines
Mon, 1 Mar - Tue, 16 Mar
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20:10 - 17:35CHC  Christchurch-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
57h 25m2 stops Auckland Intl Beijing Capital
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19:35 - 21:25BUD  Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-CHC Christchurch
37h 50m2 stops Beijing Capital Auckland Intl
$2,194Multiple Airlines
Tue, 2 Mar - Tue, 16 Mar
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09:15 - 10:50CHC  Christchurch-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
37h 35m3 stops Melbourne Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Helsinki-Vantaa
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11:35 - 14:30BUD  Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-CHC Christchurch
38h 55m3 stops Helsinki-Vantaa Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Melbourne
$2,590Multiple Airlines
Tue, 2 Mar - Wed, 17 Mar
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22:30 - 07:10CHC  Christchurch-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
44h 40m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun
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09:20 - 19:20BUD  Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-CHC Christchurch
46h 00m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Sydney Kingsford Smith
$2,706Multiple Airlines
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Price, demand, and travel trends for New Zealand to Budapest flights

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

What is the cheapest flight to Budapest?

Christchurch to Budapest is the cheapest route at $1,868 return, found in the past 5 days on KAYAK. KAYAK data shows this is also the most popular route.

How much is a flight to Budapest?

A return flight to Budapest costs $2,133 on average, based on data over the past 12 months on KAYAK. Return fares from Auckland average $2,058, while Wellington runs a bit higher at $2,282.

What is the cheapest day to fly to Budapest?

Monday is the cheapest day to fly to Budapest at $2,026 return on average over the past 12 months on KAYAK. Friday is the most expensive at $2,799.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Budapest?

  • February is the cheapest month to fly to Budapest with an average price of $1,739 return.
  • December ($2,934) and November ($2,849) are the most expensive.
  • Based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly to Budapest?

Night flights to Budapest are the cheapest at $2,085 return on average. Evening flights are the most expensive at $2,803.

What is a good deal for flights to Budapest?

Flights under $1,872 are considered a good deal. 25% of KAYAK users found return flights to Budapest at or below these prices, with the lowest fares from:

  • Auckland $1,843
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When are flights to Budapest the cheapest?

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

Key details for flights to Budapest

Low season

March
Best time to beat the crowds (5% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 8% lower on average.

When to book flights to Budapest

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel to Budapest based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your questions about flights to Budapest, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

  • What is the difference between the most popular and the most frequent airline at Budapest?

    Emirates operates the most flights from New Zealand to Budapest at 0 per week, while China Eastern is the airline most often selected by KAYAK users searching for flights from New Zealand to Budapest. The two are often different because flight volume reflects an airline's schedule, while popularity reflects traveller choice.

  • How do I know if a flight to Budapest is a good deal?

    A good deal on a flight to Budapest is around $1,872 return. This fare is in the lowest 25% of return flight prices searched on KAYAK, averaged across the cities most often searched as origins by KAYAK users.

  • How expensive are last-minute flights to Budapest?

    Last-minute fares to Budapest – booked within 2 weeks of departure – run 4% above the average return fare of $2,133.

Your guide to booking Budapest flights

From booking to airport arrival, find tips to help you plan your flight with more confidence.
  • For the best chance at a low fare to Budapest, aim to book around 25 weeks before you fly. That window historically saves about 25% versus last-minute pricing based on KAYAK booking data over the last 12 months.
  • For flights to Budapest, recent KAYAK data shows that stronger deals tend to be around $1,872 return. If you see a fare below that threshold, it's a good deal – book before the price climbs back up.
  • If you can choose when to go, aim to travel to Budapest in February. Return fares historically average $1,739 that month – typically the cheapest month to travel based on the last 12 months.
  • Before you book:

    • Check the route's typical price range so you can spot a deal.
    • Confirm baggage fees and seat selection costs on budget carriers.
    • Verify whether you need any travel documents beyond an ID.
    • Pick a departure airport, since your nearest may not be the cheapest origin.
  • Shift your departure to evening to save up to $718 per return. Evening flights to Budapest average $2,085 compared to $2,803 for afternoon flights. See the time-of-day chart above for the full breakdown.

Reviews of the top 5 airlines flying to Budapest

 
Need help choosing which airline to fly with to Budapest? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
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EmiratesOverall score based on 3660 reviews
8.2Entertainment
7.9Food
8.1Boarding
8.4Crew
8.0Comfort
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The crew were absolutely fantastic. They actively asked if passengers wanted refills and if they were comfortable. I was extremely impressed.

10.0 ExcellentJames, Jan 2026
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The crew were absolutely fantastic. They actively asked if passengers wanted refills and if they were comfortable. I was extremely impressed.

Emirates A380s are always wonderful to fly on. Their crews, food and service are always excellent. They are typically on time and the only thing I would change (maybe newer or upgraded aircraft have this) is bluetooth so I can pair my noise cancelling headphones without a cable.

Premium economy was worth it-comfort was definitely better than economy class. The seats were more comfortable, blankets and pillows thicker

the seat is quite narrow compared to others. entertainment and food were very good

Fresh energetic and friendly crew, great food, brand new plane and non stop entertainment

I liked everything accept the delay try to improve in that area

Absolutely terrible delays for 3 hours changed seats after we paid an upgrade on both legs. It appears it’s up to us to request a refund after they down graded our seat. Never again !!

The air hostess spilled tomato juice on me by mistake in Mumbai -Dubai flight. I was traveling from Mumbai to UAD. Her senior came and offered couple of small chocolates (probably given in business class) as compensation. I asked for access to lounge as I had to travel till IAD and I could shower and change. But she said she cannot do that and did nothing further. I found the response to their mistake as inappropriate.

I bought Business class ticket but they treated me like economic class. No lounge allowed at check inn I have to take stuff out while other passengers have more than 25 lb in bag. Because I bought tickets from other than airlines . It’s discriminations from airlines to passengers.

Everything was excellent! It would be nice to have a slightly bigger seat

It we as a pleasant flight. Good helpful and happy cabin crew. Food was okay, not to write home about. Drinks good. Entertainment okay.. Seat space good , comfort acceptable

Weren’t even given earphones to use the entertainment system

Worst than I expected, crew was not attentive, meal was as disgusting , they didn’t even drink selections as they would to other passengers. I felt discriminated

UA is ok. But check in was a very bad experience

I hate that you cannot check in online and when you are at the airport, there aren't any aisle seats left. Also, they could work a little on subtitles for their movies (not everyone is a native English speaker).

Food & service very good next I will pick up again

Chinese flight attendants didn't speak english well. They didn't care enough to remember that I (east asian who isn't Chinese) wasn't Chinese and spoke English. Announcement in english on board was poor and I find it very difficult to understand what was announced. Also, a cabin bag allows only 5kg!

Everything was not satisfactory - the flight was delayed, staffs were ok but they didn't speak English well. I am from east Asia (not Chinese) and they didn't care enough to remember that I wasn't Chinese but persistently spoke chinese to me. The flight announcement in english wasn't clear to understand.

I wish I had been able to choose a vegetarian meal. Crew friendly and helpful. Seat was ok. All quite efficient and pleasant. Would recommend for inner China travel for sure.

It was simply bad and on top of that my luggage hasn't been delivered until now. They can't even localize it which is just unacceptable when they are supposed to scan the bar code they put when we check in

There were not enough extra leg room options to purchase. Also the seat Infront of mine was broken and the gentleman literally laid back into my lap for the whole trip. This was the most uncomfortable trip I have ever been on

My flight was diverted to a different airport, not my intended destination. My initial flight was scheduled to Chicago Airport, but they changed it to Washington with just under 8 hours before my departure. As a result, I had to pay an additional $700 to book a new flight to my final destination. I tried contacting Kayak, but they were unable to assist me, even after purchasing travel insurance.

They are absolutely impossible to get hold of. A death in the family caused us to delay our departure. They are impossible to get through to and after waiting 41/2 hours I was told they would not consider helping us. They cancelled our return flight and have not reimbursed anything. I strongly urge readers to consider a different airline.

I'm very tall so the leg room of the seats could have been a little more spacious. Otherwise, everything was excellent

I really enjoyed the food, only bad part on one of my flights my screen was a bit buggy but it wasn't a big deal it was one of their older planes so I understand that happens

Aircraft you use on this route are always old and poor! This drives the entire experience down

The flight was great. From the first to the last step, the staff was very helpful and understanding. I also always enjoy Turkish Airlines food because it’s flavorful, fresh (like salads and very delicious bread ) and has special things like olives, dates… I loved that bean salad and apricot pie. I also enjoyed the movies. Thank you!

Overall it was good, but the flight was long and crews on such long flights in my experience generally get more involved. They make more rounds with water and snacks and check on wellbeing of passengers. It was not an overnight flight, so the ‘night’ atmosphere in the cabin was not called for

Avoid delays. There has never been a time I flew without delays.

Long haul flight need to have better snack/food options. Toilets were not refreshed regularly. No toilet paper or hand wipe tissues.

did not get a notification about seat selection ahead of time. We didn't end up sitting together.

I was denied boarding at the Brisbane airport and it seems like I won’t get any refunds from the airline

Overall I had good experience with China Southern airline. Nothing to claim. I hoped they could improve the meal quality that is.

Terrible boarding experience,,food is very poor that I I . Never going book this airline again.

The flight was delayed hours and most flights from CS are always delayed. Plane was efficient and got us home but not the best food and no entertainment system at all.

Not good - chair back could not move back for premium economy. Not worth the price

It was okay. Boarding the staff made you feel rushed like we were late or something

Never got the wheelchair service when my parents arrived at LA . My mom was 74 , also my dad was 84 years old, both don’t speak English. I double checked with the front desk at Phoenix airport, making sure that they will be taking care of.

We bought an upgrade to Business Class at the airport but did not realise that it was not the regular Business Class. The 787 Dreamliner was very dated with the seats not as comfortable as other airlines and some things were almost coming off. We were then told that because it was an upgrade at the airport, we get to sit in the BC cabin but will be served economy class food. So when everyone else got served in china ware, we were given the tray you got in economy class. The wifi does not work. It only connects to watch movies (which is the same as what you find in the ICE) but the internet does not work. The cabin crew while were friendly, were not responsive. Overall, I will never fly China Southern again.

The food was perfect. The boarding process is a bit long. Given the late boarding time, I felt very tired by the time I was seated.

While boarding at PVG, there was a ticket checking at the gate, then there was another ticket checking at the bottom of the escalator, which created quite a dangerous congestion. Not sure which idiot made this absolutely unnecessary arrangement.

good flight. food is only so so. I actually did not eat the snack. it does not look too good on the passenger next to me.

Super surprised with the entire experience. Business class is incredible. Flight attendants around the world could learn customer service from these people. Simply fabulous experience all the way around.

Excellent experience however older aeroplanes used by China Eastern Airlines.

Reasonable. What they offer during the flight is not great, but the crew is polite and try to compensate it.

I was surprised and appreciate that they actually served a hot meal on such a short, early morning flight. The check in and boarding was hassle free and most of all my Alliance Status / Code Share was recognized and the revelant courtesy was extended; other than some needed attention to detail concerning the cleanliness of the cabin, and some unnecessary aggressive wording their safety briefing, it was an overall pleasant flight, and I would certainly fly with them again.

Good airline for the price. The Air stewardess are great, nothing is to much trouble. Will use again.

We were cutting it close on our connecting flight and notified all staff at departing gate and flight attendants. From the start, we were told to check in with the international transfer desk by everyone, except for one lady who wanted to argue the time difference that was already taken into account. We also asked if we could try to exit the plane first (our family of 4 and 8 others on the same connecting flight). They just told us to check in with international transfers. We landed and had very little time to make our next flight. We were not offered any assistance or communication to the receiving gate. We ran all the way to the international transfers gate only to be turned away. I think we could have made it if we were allowed to exit and a call was made to other check in counter. After that we spent 6 grueling hours with our kids trying to rebook a flight. No food of any type of compensation was offered besides a dirty hotel room. The ladies with China Eastern at the Shanghai International counter were rude an unhelpful. We were directed to 3 different counters and waited before they said they forgot about a hotel. It was a long, miserable day. I believe this could have all been avoided.

Couldn’t fly since they wouldn’t issue a boarding ticket. Something to do with not taking the departing flight since it was cancelled due to weather. No notice or anything about the trip being invalid. The app made it seem like I was all good for it. Never trusting travel agency

I will never fly through China again. Maybe it was the mandatory retinal scan just to transfer to another flight or the complete set of fingerprints they require. There are many better and inexpensive flights to Asia if you look.

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