$101 Cheap Flights from Budapest (BUD) to Zürich (ZRH)

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Cheap Flights from Budapest to Zürich (BUD-ZRH)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $101 for one-way flights and $145 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Swiss International Air Lines
Thu, Sep 18 - Sun, Sep 21
BUD
Budapest
ZRH
Zürich
$145 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$145
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Swiss International Air Lines flight, departing Thu, Sep 18 from Budapest to Zürich, returning Sun, Sep 21, priced at $145 found 5 days ago
Swiss International Air Lines
Thu, Mar 6 - Mon, Mar 10
BUD
Budapest
ZRH
Zürich
$160 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$160
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Swiss International Air Lines flight, departing Thu, Mar 6 from Budapest to Zürich, returning Mon, Mar 10, priced at $160 found 4 days ago
Swiss International Air Lines
Fri, Mar 14 - Sun, Mar 16
BUD
Budapest
ZRH
Zürich
$160 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$160
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Swiss International Air Lines flight, departing Fri, Mar 14 from Budapest to Zürich, returning Sun, Mar 16, priced at $160 found 5 days ago
Lufthansa
Tue, May 20 - Sun, May 25
BUD
Budapest
ZRH
Zürich
$170 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$170
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Lufthansa flight, departing Tue, May 20 from Budapest to Zürich, returning Sun, May 25, priced at $170 found 3 days ago
Swiss International Air Lines
Sat, Oct 4 - Mon, Oct 13
BUD
Budapest
ZRH
Zürich
$172 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$172
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Swiss International Air Lines flight, departing Sat, Oct 4 from Budapest to Zürich, returning Mon, Oct 13, priced at $172 found 2 days ago
Lufthansa
Fri, Sep 19 - Tue, Sep 23
BUD
Budapest
ZRH
Zürich
$172 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$172
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Lufthansa flight, departing Fri, Sep 19 from Budapest to Zürich, returning Tue, Sep 23, priced at $172 found 2 days ago
Lufthansa
Tue, May 20 - Sun, May 25
BUD
Budapest
ZRH
Zürich
$197 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$197
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Lufthansa flight, departing Tue, May 20 from Budapest to Zürich, returning Sun, May 25, priced at $197 found 3 days ago
Brussels Airlines
Sat, Oct 4 - Mon, Oct 13
BUD
Budapest
ZRH
Zürich
$208 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$208
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Brussels Airlines flight, departing Sat, Oct 4 from Budapest to Zürich, returning Mon, Oct 13, priced at $208 found 2 days ago
Austrian Airlines
Sat, Oct 4 - Mon, Oct 13
BUD
Budapest
ZRH
Zürich
$210 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$210
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Austrian Airlines flight, departing Sat, Oct 4 from Budapest to Zürich, returning Mon, Oct 13, priced at $210 found 2 days ago
Air Serbia
Sat, Oct 4 - Mon, Oct 13
BUD
Budapest
ZRH
Zürich
$216 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$216
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Air Serbia flight, departing Sat, Oct 4 from Budapest to Zürich, returning Mon, Oct 13, priced at $216 found 2 days ago
Flights from Budapest (BUD) to Zürich (ZRH)
Origin airport
Ferenc Liszt Intl.
Destination airport
Zürich
Airlines serving
Aegean, Aer Lingus, Air Baltic, Air France, Air Serbia, Austrian Airlines, British Airways, Brussels Airlines, Eurowings, KLM, LOT-Polish Airlines, Lufthansa, Scandinavian Airlines, Swiss International Air Lines
Roundtrip price
$144
Distance
499 mi
Average flight time
1 hour 40 mins

Budapest to Zürich Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Budapest to Zürich

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from Budapest to Zürich are during the month of September. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Budapest to Zürich with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

The best time to book a flight from Budapest to Zürich

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Budapest to Zürich: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from Budapest to Zürich

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from Budapest to Zürich in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $101 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap Budapest to Zürich flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your Budapest to Zürich airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

Frequently asked questions

How long does it take to fly from BUD to Zurich Airport (ZRH)?
Book a fare with SWISS and you can expect to be airborne for around 1 hour and 35 minutes. This airline has a direct flight that jets off at 8:00PM from Ferenc Liszt Intl. Airport (BUD) and arrives at Zurich Intl. Airport at 9:35PM. Expedia has some amazing flight deals, so take a peek at what’s on offer on this route today.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Ferenc Liszt Intl. Airport (BUD) to Zurich Intl. Airport last minute?
Being a spontaneous soul is a fabulous way to travel around, but it isn’t necessarily the cleverest way to track down a cheap flight. Think about booking your Ferenc Liszt Intl. Airport (BUD) to Zurich Intl. Airport trip well ahead of time rather than leaving it until the last minute. Based on flight pricing and demand studies in 2022, we have found that the best time to book domestic flights is between 28 – 35 days ahead of the departure date, and international flights three to four months in advance. Leave your spontaneous side for when you arrive in Zurich Intl. Airport!
What airline has the least delays from Ferenc Liszt Intl. Airport (BUD) to Zurich Intl. Airport?
If you don’t want to be stuck at the departure gate for hours — or worse, have your vacation upended because of a flight delay — travel with SWISS. Around 83% of its Ferenc Liszt Intl. Airport (BUD) to ZRH services touch down on time. You can review your flight status before traveling to the airport through the free Expedia App. It also delivers real-time alerts about other useful things, such as gate changes and directions to your hotel. Keep all the details in your pocket with this all-in-one travel companion.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from BUD to Zurich Intl. Airport?
Between 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM is the busiest time for SWISS flights taking off from BUD to Zurich Intl. Airport. Want some good advice? Leave sometime in the morning. With air traffic yet to build up, your odds of catching a delay-free flight are higher.
Can I change the date of my flight from BUD to ZRH?
Plans don’t always work out, so Expedia is here to help make things easy. To start, find your Ferenc Liszt Intl. Airport (BUD) to ZRH itinerary through the Expedia Trips portal and check the fare rules about what changes can be made. If you booked your ticket in the last 24 hours, some carriers will let you cancel without charge and book new flights. If you bought your fare more than 24 hours ago, connect with us through our Customer Service portal to see how we can assist.
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