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$80+ Cheap flights from Budapest (BUD) to Zurich (ZRH)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 12/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BUD — ZRH
oct. 17 — oct. 241
vie. 10/17
vie. 10/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl to Zurich are usually found in June or January, booked 74 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Thursday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Budapest to Zurich

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Budapest (BUD) to Zurich (ZRH). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated septiembre 17, 2025.

Round-trip from

$175
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$80
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$359

Good round-trip deal

$620 or less

Good one-way deal

$280 or less
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Cheapest flights from Budapest to Zurich
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Budapest to Zurich. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on septiembre 17, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 10/910:40 amBUD - ZRH
1 stop5h 10mMultiple Airlines
dom. 10/1210:40 pmZRH - BUD
1 stop8h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/16$175
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 10/157:15 pmBUD - ZRH
1 stop12h 40mMultiple Airlines
mié. 10/228:05 amZRH - BUD
1 stop14h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/15$183
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 10/156:30 pmBUD - ZRH
1 stop13h 15mMultiple Airlines
lun. 10/209:55 pmZRH - BUD
1 stop12h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/17$187
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 10/169:25 pmBUD - ZRH
1 stop10h 50mMultiple Airlines
jue. 10/239:05 amZRH - BUD
1 stop13h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/16$191
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 11/72:50 pmBUD - ZRH
1 stop5h 40mMultiple Airlines
vie. 11/149:55 pmZRH - BUD
1 stop12h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/16$194
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 11/72:50 pmBUD - ZRH
1 stop5h 40mMultiple Airlines
mié. 11/129:35 pmZRH - BUD
1 stop14h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/15$195
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 10/305:20 pmBUD - ZRH
1 stop15h 35mMultiple Airlines
jue. 11/69:40 amZRH - BUD
1 stop13h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/14$200
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 11/87:05 pmBUD - ZRH
1 stop12h 35mMultiple Airlines
dom. 11/99:25 pmZRH - BUD
1 stop14h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/16$205
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 12/16:10 amBUD - ZRH
1 stop15h 10mMultiple Airlines
vie. 12/59:30 amZRH - BUD
1 stop5h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/16$212
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 10/33:15 pmBUD - ZRH
1 stop4h 35mMultiple Airlines
mar. 10/79:30 pmZRH - BUD
1 stop16h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/17$213

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Budapest to Zurich that are best for you.

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BudapestZurich

BUD - ZRH

BUDZRH

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

vie. 3/13

6:15 am-7:55 am

Nonstop1h 40m

Zurich

mar. 3/17

9:10 pm-10:45 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

$194

BudapestZurich

BUD - ZRH

BUDZRH

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

mié. 10/15

6:30 pm-7:45 am

1 stop13h 15m

Zurich

mié. 10/22

9:35 am-11:25 pm

2 stops13h 50m

$199

BudapestZurich

BUD - ZRH

BUDZRH

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

jue. 10/30

5:20 pm-8:55 am

1 stop15h 35m

Zurich

jue. 11/6

9:40 am-11:30 pm

1 stop13h 50m

$200

BudapestZurich

BUD - ZRH

BUDZRH

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

sáb. 11/8

7:05 pm-7:40 am

1 stop12h 35m

Zurich

dom. 11/9

9:25 pm-12:00 pm

1 stop14h 35m

$205

BudapestZurich

BUD - ZRH

BUDZRH

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

lun. 11/17

11:15 am-7:55 pm

1 stop8h 40m

Zurich

vie. 11/21

9:30 am-2:50 pm

1 stop5h 20m

$214

BudapestZurich

BUD - ZRH

BUDZRH

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

jue. 10/23

3:15 pm-8:40 am

1 stop17h 25m

Zurich

dom. 10/26

8:40 pm-10:45 am

1 stop14h 05m

$214

BudapestZurich

BUD - ZRH

BUDZRH

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

vie. 10/31

3:20 pm-8:45 am

1 stop17h 25m

Zurich

vie. 11/7

9:30 am-9:20 pm

1 stop11h 50m

$214

BudapestZurich

BUD - ZRH

BUDZRH

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

lun. 12/22

11:15 am-7:55 pm

1 stop8h 40m

Zurich

dom. 1/4

9:30 am-10:45 am

1 stop25h 15m

$214

BudapestZurich

BUD - ZRH

BUDZRH

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

jue. 11/27

11:15 am-8:45 am

1 stop21h 30m

Zurich

dom. 11/30

8:40 pm-10:45 am

1 stop14h 05m

$214

BudapestZurich

BUD - ZRH

BUDZRH

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

vie. 3/13

9:50 pm-2:15 pm

1 stop16h 25m

Zurich

mar. 3/17

9:30 am-2:45 pm

1 stop5h 15m

$215

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Budapest to Zurich trip
Airports
BUD

For a quick check-in, head to the correct zone: 2A for airlines like Swiss and Lufthansa, 2B for Wizz Air.

Read more about BUDby John Walton
ZRH

Take the train from ZRH to Zürich HB for a quick 12-15 minute ride. Tickets are available at the station machines.

Read more about ZRHby Yulia Denisyuk
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Yulia Denisyuk

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Expert on ZRH

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Yulia is a freelance journalist who’s dispatched from 90+ countries. Her work focuses on cultures, adventure trips and air travel, appearing in NatGeo, NYT, CNTraveler, and more. For past assignments, she’s stayed with nomads in Mongolia and learned the art of Imigongo in Rwanda. She’s based in Chicago; in winter she often questions that decision.

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Best time to book a flight from Budapest to Zurich

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Zurich from Budapest with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Budapest to Zurich

How far ahead should I book a flight from Budapest to Zurich?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Budapest to Zurich. Price data was last updated on September 12, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Budapest to Zurich, you should look to book at least 74 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Budapest to Zurich?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Budapest to Zurich (average of $637). Flying from Budapest to Zurich in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,147). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from BUD to ZRH?

Find hourly flight availability from Budapest to Zurich. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated septiembre 17, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Budapest to Zurich is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 74% on airfare.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Budapest to Zurich?

Reviews of airlines servicing Zurich

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Zurich. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Zurich. Reviews last updated septiembre 17, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with SWISS from Budapest to Zurich have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
SWISS
7.6
Good
1,737 reviews

Entertainment

6.8

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.2

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Joanne,Sep 2025

OPO - ZRH

The seats were very cramped, even though I paid for an upgraded seat. The seats were also hard, and needed new padding. This made is made it very challenging for this 11 hour flight. The foot was alright. The crew were excellent, and the movie selection was very good. The experience was so challenging what my husband says he does not want to fly to Europe any more.
SWISS
7.6
Good
1,737 reviews
SWISS
7.6
Good
1,737 reviews

Entertainment

6.8

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.2

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Joanne,Sep 2025

OPO - ZRH

The seats were very cramped, even though I paid for an upgraded seat. The seats were also hard, and needed new padding. This made is made it very challenging for this 11 hour flight. The foot was alright. The crew were excellent, and the movie selection was very good. The experience was so challenging what my husband says he does not want to fly to Europe any more.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Budapest to Zurich. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airports do I use to fly from Budapest to Zurich?

    You will need to book a flight from Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl to Zurich if you want to fly from Budapest to Zurich. At least 1 airline has flights from Ferenc Liszt Intl (BUD) to Zurich (ZRH) on a regular basis. There are 5 flights to Zurich from the Budapest airport per day. If you manage to book one that is nonstop, then you can expect the flight time from BUD to ZRH to be around 1h 35m.

  • How popular is this Budapest to Zurich flight route?

    The Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl to Zurich flight path was viewed by 14 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • How long is the flight from Budapest to Zurich?

    Airlines like SWISS fly from Budapest to Zurich in about 1h 40m. The time it takes to get you to your destination is usually consistent. There are 499 mi between Budapest and Zurich. All flights are typically nonstop.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Budapest to Zurich round-trip?

    According to our current data, SWISS ($162), offers the cheapest pricing from Budapest to Zurich. SWISS is priced at 35% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Budapest to Zurich?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Budapest to Zurich are TAP AIR PORTUGAL (61%), SWISS (60%) and Helvetic Airways (60%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Budapest to Zurich?

    While on average a flight from Budapest to Zurich is generally $1,317, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $182. When looking at the most popular route, (Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl - Zurich), you can expect to pay $183 for that flight.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Budapest to Zurich that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Budapest to Zurich flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Budapest to Zurich?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Budapest to Zurich.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Budapest to Zurich?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Budapest to Zurich by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Budapest to Zurich?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Budapest to Zurich (average of $637). Flying from Budapest to Zurich in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,147). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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