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November 10 - November 30

Cheapest

SYD - Budapest

$1,400

$970

Round trip

August 18 - August 24

Best

SYD - Budapest

$1,489

$973

Round trip

August 4 - August 23

Best

SYD - Budapest

$1,408

$1,007

Round trip

August 2 - August 25

Earliest

SYD - Budapest

$1,409

$1,014

Round trip

November 12 - November 16

SYD - Budapest

$1,389

$1,019

Round trip

October 23 - October 30

SYD - Budapest

$1,370

$1,021

Round trip

November 10 - November 17

SYD - Budapest

$1,393

$1,023

Round trip

August 4 - August 18

SYD - Budapest

$1,426

$1,025

Round trip

August 5 - August 14

SYD - Budapest

$1,446

$1,026

Round trip

August 9 - August 22

SYD - Budapest

$1,420

$1,028

Round trip

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Insights for flights from Sydney to Budapest

Right now, only 5% of recent fares from Sydney to Budapest are classified as a good price. Fares for this route typically range from $1344–$2257, with a median price of $1891. Current fares are near the typical level for this route. New deals appear almost daily, suggesting that opportunities for cheap flights from Sydney to Budapest are consistently available for those monitoring prices.

When considering the cheapest time to fly from Sydney to Budapest, you'll generally find lower median fares in certain months. February stands out as the most affordable, with a median fare of $1071. Following closely, May offers a median fare of $1150, and January presents a median of $1164. These months represent the best opportunities to secure more economical travel.

A typical journey from Sydney to Budapest takes approximately 62h 15m, including connections. Most itineraries connect at least once, reflecting the significant distance between the two cities. Given that there are no direct flights from Sydney to Budapest, you should expect to make at least three connections on the majority of routes.

The distance between Sydney and Budapest is approximately 15771 kilometers. This classifies the route as a long-haul journey, meaning travelers should anticipate extended travel times and typically multiple connections to reach their destination.

How much is a round trip from Sydney to Budapest

Regular price: $1,233 - $1,893

Prices for flights from Sydney to Budapest are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Sydney to Budapest is between $1233 and $1893. Currently, the lowest deal found is $970 with Air China, for travel from Nov 10 to Nov 30.

now $970

Low $1,233

High $1,893

The cheapest time to fly from Sydney to Budapest

The cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Budapest is February, with a median price of 1071 USD. The most expensive month is June, with a median price of 1991 USD. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

February

Cheapest

Flights from $1,071

June

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,991

Jan

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Direct flights from Sydney to Budapest

Air China

China Eastern Airlines

Etihad Airways

Korean Air

Last-minute flights going from Sydney to Budapest

Mon, Jun 22

⌛ Last-Minute

SYD - Budapest

Sydney (SYD) - Budapest (BUD)

Qatar Airways

$1,713

$1,710

One-way

Sun, Jul 5

⌛ Last-Minute

SYD - Budapest

Sydney (SYD) - Budapest (BUD)

Korean Air

$1,428

$1,356

One-way

Mon, Jul 6

⌛ Last-Minute

SYD - Budapest

Sydney (SYD) - Budapest (BUD)

Korean Air

$1,428

$1,378

One-way

Tue, Jul 7

⌛ Last-Minute

SYD - Budapest

Sydney (SYD) - Budapest (BUD)

China Eastern Airlines

$1,403

$1,281

One-way

Wed, Jul 8

⌛ Last-Minute

SYD - Budapest

Sydney (SYD) - Budapest (BUD)

China Eastern Airlines

$1,402

$1,161

One-way

Wed, Jul 8

⌛ Last-Minute

SYD - Budapest

Sydney (SYD) - Budapest (BUD)

China Eastern Airlines

$1,402

$1,260

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Sydney to Budapest

6 nights

Aug 18 - Aug 24

$1,489 → $973

35%

20 nights

Nov 10 - Nov 30

$1,400 → $970

31%

7 nights

Aug 23 - Aug 30

$1,491 → $1,065

29%

9 nights

Aug 5 - Aug 14

$1,446 → $1,026

29%

Popular Airports to fly from Sydney to Budapest

Sydney - Budapest route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are near the typical level

Recent fares from Sydney to Budapest are near the typical level, with a median price of $1891.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in February for the best prices

Historically, February is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $1071.

⏱️ Flight duration

Expect a long-haul flight

Flights to Budapest typically take 62h 15m, as this is a long-haul route.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are standard

There are no direct flights. Connecting flights are available, typically with 3 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Air China offers deals on this route

Air China has historically offered deals for flights from Sydney to Budapest.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently

Deals for flights from Sydney to Budapest appear frequently, nearly once per day.

Sydney main airports to depart from

Sydney (SYD)

Cheapest

Sydney Airport is a primary departure point for flights to Budapest, offering competitive prices.

📍 ~10 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$970

Budapest main airports to arrive at

Budapest Ferenc Liszt International (BUD)

Cheapest

Arrive at Budapest Ferenc Liszt International for direct access to Budapest and surrounding areas.

📍 ~15 km from city center (reachable by public transport or car)

💸 Flights from ~$970

Airports nearby Budapest used as alternative

Vienna International Airport (VIE)

Cheapest

Vienna International Airport is a major hub with an extensive route network and excellent rail and bus connections.

📍 ~210 km from Budapest (reachable by car, bus, train)

💸 Flights from ~$813

Bratislava Airport (BTS)

Bratislava Airport offers simple road access and a smaller, manageable terminal, though with limited long-haul options.

📍 ~195 km from Budapest (reachable by car, bus)

💸 Flights from ~$1141

John Paul II International Airport Kraków–Balice (KRK)

John Paul II International Airport Kraków–Balice provides a large selection of low-cost carrier routes and modern facilities.

📍 ~290 km from Budapest (reachable by car, bus)

💸 Flights from ~$1092

Zagreb (ZAG)

Zagreb Airport is a capital city airport with full-service carrier presence and direct highway connection from Budapest.

📍 ~300 km from Budapest (reachable by car, bus)

💸 Flights from ~$1182

Košice International (KSC)

Košice International offers good regional connectivity for Eastern Europe, but with limited international flight options.

📍 ~260 km from Budapest (reachable by car, bus)

💸 Flights from ~$1879

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Budapest

Budapest, Hungary

69% AI deal score

$8,524

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Budapest

To find more affordable flights, consider being flexible with your travel dates and times. Using flight comparison sites can help you compare options from various airlines and online travel agencies. Setting up price alerts may also notify you when fares drop.

Booking flights in advance often provides more options and potentially better prices, especially for longer international routes. However, prices can fluctuate, so monitoring fares over time can be beneficial. Last-minute deals are less common for long-haul journeys.

While Sydney has a primary international airport, researching alternative arrival airports near Budapest could sometimes reveal different flight options or prices. Always factor in the additional travel time and cost from a secondary airport to your final destination. This strategy may offer more flexibility.

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