What percentage of Budapest to Zürich flights are direct?

In the trailing 90 days, approximately 28.4% of flights from Budapest to Zürich were direct. For travelers opting for connecting flights, there was typically one stopover. This indicates that while direct options are available, a significant portion of routes involve at least one stop.

What's the flight time from Budapest to Zürich?

The typical direct flight time from Budapest to Zürich is 1 hour and 40 minutes, covering a distance of 804 kilometers. Flights with one stopover, however, historically take considerably longer, with a median duration of 7 hours and 30 minutes. This difference highlights the convenience of direct routes for this journey.

How much do direct flights from Budapest to Zürich cost compared to connecting flights?

Historically, direct flights from Budapest to Zürich have been approximately 25% more expensive than connecting flights. The median price for a direct flight was $190, while connecting flights had a median price of $152. Direct flights accounted for about 27% of the options available across the trailing 90 days.

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Budapest to Zürich: Overview

Insights for flights from Budapest to Zürich

A typical journey from Budapest to Zürich takes about 5h 40m, including connections. Given that most itineraries connect at least once, this duration accounts for the layover times involved in reaching your destination. The total distance covered on this route is 804 kilometers, classifying it as a short-haul flight.

Right now, if you are looking for cheap flights from Budapest to Zürich, fares are typically $136–$201, with a median of $157. Current fares are above the typical level for this route. Approximately 15% of recent fares have been classified as a good price, indicating that finding a deal is possible. New deals appear almost daily, suggesting frequent opportunities to find competitive prices.

The cheapest time to fly from Budapest to Zürich is often in February or January, both with a median fare of $143. November also presents a good value, with a median fare of $147. These months offer more favorable pricing compared to the overall median for the route.

Most itineraries for flights from Budapest to Zürich connect at least once, with only 28.4% of recent fares being direct flights from Budapest to Zürich. For the majority of journeys that include a stopover, the typical number of connections is 1.

How much is a round trip from Budapest to Zürich

Regular price: $155 - $306

Prices for flights from Budapest to Zürich are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is between $155 and $306. The current lowest deal is $175 with Wizz Air, for travel from Sep 27-Oct 19.

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Low $155

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The cheapest time to fly from Budapest to Zürich

The cheapest month to fly from Budapest to Zurich is January, with a median price of 143 USD. The most expensive month is May, with a median price of 172 USD. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

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Flights from $143

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Flights from $172

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Direct flights from Budapest to Zürich

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

4 nights

Aug 1 - Aug 5

$380 → $297

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3 nights

Aug 26 - Aug 29

$261 → $185

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Aug 26 - Aug 28

$264 → $188

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$261 → $188

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Popular Airports to fly from Budapest to Zürich

Budapest - Zürich route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level.

Recent fares from Budapest to Zürich are above the typical level at $175.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in February for the best prices.

Historically, February is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $143.

⏱️ Flight duration

Expect a 5h 40m flight duration.

Flights from Budapest to Zürich typically take 5h 40m, covering a short-haul distance of 804 km.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are more common.

Historically, 28.4% of flights are direct, with connecting flights typically having 1 stopover.

🏆 Airline highlight

Swiss International Air Lines offers direct flights.

Swiss International Air Lines provides direct flight options for this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently on this route.

Deals for flights from Budapest to Zürich are frequently available.

Budapest main airports to depart from

Budapest Ferenc Liszt International (BUD)

Cheapest

Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport is a good option for flights from Budapest to Zurich.

📍 ~19 km from city center (reachable by car or public transport)

💸 Flights from ~$148

Zürich main airports to arrive at

Zürich Airport (ZRH)

Cheapest

Zürich Airport is ideal for direct access to Zürich, offering a convenient arrival for your trip.

📍 ~10 km from city center (reachable by car, train, and tram)

💸 Flights from ~$148

Airports nearby Zürich used as alternative

EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg (BSL)

EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg is a major international alternative to Zurich with excellent rail connectivity.

📍 ~75 km from destination city (reachable by train and bus)

💸 Flights from ~$47

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Zürich

Historically, booking flights from Budapest to Zürich 60+ days in advance typically yields the lowest average prices. Over the trailing 90 days, flights booked within this window had an average price of $159. Prices tend to increase closer to departure, with flights booked 0-6 days out averaging around $222.

Across the trailing 90 days, a good price for a flight from Budapest to Zürich was considered to be $136 or less. The median price for this route during that period was $157. Prices above $201 were in the higher range of what travelers paid.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Budapest to Zürich include February and January, both with a median price of $143. November also typically offers lower prices, with a median of $147. The annual median price for this route, based on data from the trailing 270 days, was $157.

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Budapest to Zürich: Overview

Insights for flights from Budapest to Zürich

How much is a round trip from Budapest to Zürich

Regular price: $155 - $306

Prices for flights from Budapest to Zürich are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is between $155 and $306. The current lowest deal is $175 with Wizz Air, for travel from Sep 27-Oct 19.

now $175

Low $155

High $306

The cheapest time to fly from Budapest to Zürich

January

Cheapest

Flights from $143

May

Most Expensive

Flights from $172

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