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Cheapest return flight
$1,146
Typical prices: $1,282-$1,985
China Eastern
Thu 1/3Sun 11/3
SYD - BUD • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
$546
Typical prices: $698-$1,236
Multiple Airlines
Sat 6/1
SYD - BUD • 2 stops
Direct flights
There are currently no direct flights between Sydney and Budapest. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
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Our data shows that travellers who book at least 26 weeks in advance save around 32% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 28% price drop
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Top stopover airports
Cheapest • Avg $1,480 (return)
Shortest trip • 23h 57m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Sydney to Budapest (SYD-BUD)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Sydney to Budapest

Mon, 1 Mar - Thu, 11 Mar
China Eastern Logo
21:30 - 07:05SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
43h 35m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
China Eastern Logo
11:30 - 13:35BUD  Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
40h 05m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
$1,147China Eastern
Sat, 30 Jan - Tue, 16 Feb
Air China Logo
10:30 - 17:35SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
41h 05m1 stop Beijing Capital
Air China Logo
19:35 - 08:35BUD  Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
27h 00m1 stop Beijing Capital
$1,147Air China
Sat, 30 Jan - Tue, 16 Feb
Air China Logo
10:30 - 17:35SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
41h 05m1 stop Beijing Capital
Air China Logo
19:35 - 08:35BUD  Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
27h 00m1 stop Beijing Capital
$1,178Air China
Tue, 23 Mar - Sun, 18 Apr
Turkish Airlines Logo
21:35 - 13:00SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
25h 25m2 stops Singapore Changi Istanbul
Turkish Airlines Logo
14:10 - 19:00BUD  Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
44h 50m2 stops Istanbul Singapore Changi
$1,185Turkish Airlines
Mon, 1 Mar - Thu, 11 Mar
China Eastern Logo
21:30 - 07:05SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
43h 35m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
China Eastern Logo
11:30 - 09:15BUD  Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
35h 45m3 stops Shanghai Pu Dong Beijing Daxing Intl Wuhan
$1,230China Eastern
Wed, 3 Feb - Tue, 16 Feb
China Southern Logo
11:25 - 06:30SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
29h 05m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun
China Southern Logo
11:45 - 13:20BUD  Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
39h 35m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun
$1,399China Southern
Sun, 15 Nov - Tue, 1 Dec
Multiple Airlines Logo
20:05 - 11:00SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
24h 55m2 stops Singapore Changi Athens Eleftherios V.
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:30 - 10:00BUD  Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
36h 30m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
$1,438Multiple Airlines
Wed, 3 Feb - Thu, 18 Feb
Multiple Airlines Logo
20:40 - 17:35SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
30h 55m1 stop Beijing Capital
Multiple Airlines Logo
14:45 - 08:55BUD  Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
32h 10m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Melbourne
$1,445Multiple Airlines
Tue, 2 Mar - Sun, 14 Mar
Turkish Airlines Logo
21:35 - 13:00SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
25h 25m2 stops Singapore Changi Istanbul
Turkish Airlines Logo
20:05 - 19:25BUD  Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
37h 20m2 stops Istanbul Singapore Changi
$1,568Turkish Airlines
Tue, 2 Mar - Tue, 9 Mar
China Southern Logo
22:05 - 06:30SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
42h 25m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun
China Southern Logo
11:45 - 13:20BUD  Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
39h 35m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun
$1,604China Southern
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Sydney to Budapest flights

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

How much is a return flight from Sydney to Budapest?

Return flights from Sydney to Budapest typically range from $1,282 to $1,985. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $1,146 on China Eastern.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Sydney to Budapest?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Sydney to Budapest. It's 5% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 10% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Budapest?

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Budapest at $1,112 return.
•December ($2,174) and April ($1,718) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 95% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Sydney to Budapest the cheapest?

Flights from Sydney to Budapest are cheapest 26 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 32% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for Sydney to Budapest flights

Low season

March

Cheapest flight

$546
Beat the crowds with an average 60% drop in travellers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 84% increase in travellers.
One-way flight from Sydney to Budapest

When to book flights from Sydney to Budapest

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Sydney 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 Sydney to Budapest flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Sydney to Budapest?

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Sydney to Budapest:

    • Economy class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • How long is a flight from Sydney to Budapest?

    A direct flight from Sydney to Budapest takes 00m, covering 25,362 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Sydney to Budapest?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Sydney to Budapest flight?

    Return flights from Sydney to Budapest range from $1,282 to $1,985, with an average of $1,547 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,282 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Sydney to Budapest flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 14% above the $1,547 route average. Book 26 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How are flight prices from Sydney to Budapest looking right now?

    One-way fares from Sydney to Budapest are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about $861.

  • Which car hire options are available at Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl Airport (BUD)?

    Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl Airport (BUD) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around $46 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Klass Wagen
    • Dryyve
    • GREEN MOTION
    • SURPRICE CAR RENTAL
    • Sixt

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Sydney to Budapest?

    Flights from Sydney to Budapest usually depart from Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) and arrive at Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl (BUD).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Sydney to Budapest pass through?

    One-stop flights from Sydney to Budapest most commonly connect through:

    • Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG) – 39% of one-stop connections
    • Guangzhou Baiyun (CAN) – 32% of one-stop connections
    • Dubai Intl (DXB) – 10% of one-stop connections
    • Beijing Capital (PEK) – 9% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Sydney to Budapest?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 14% on flights from Sydney to Budapest. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $1,479 return on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $1,703, a difference of $224.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Sydney to Budapest?

    Flying via Dubai Intl (DXB) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 23h 57m, compared to 24h 56m via Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) and 26h 09m via Guangzhou Baiyun (CAN).

  • What is the time difference between Sydney and Budapest?

    Budapest is 10 hours behind Sydney (Central European Time vs Eastern Australia Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Budapest?

    Kalvin ter is one of the most viewed places in Budapest on KAYAK.

  • Can I buy access to an airport lounge while I'm at Sydney Airport?

    Yes, Sydney Airport has around a dozen lounges spread across all terminals (although, most of them are in Terminal 1, as that's where most planes depart from). You can pay for entry to lounges on the door, and prices start from as little as A$ 40 per person, children under three enter for free. Amenities differ depending on which lounge you use, but the Plaza Premium Lounge (the airport's main lounge in T1) has premium food, snacks and beverages, shower facilities, high-speed Wi-Fi and access to printers in case you need to get some work done before you fly.

  • Can I pick up my Hungarian forints in Budapest Airport (BUD)?

    Yes, there are multiple currency exchange vendors in Budapest Airport; when you get off the plane and head into the airport, you'll see two currency exchange stations in the baggage claim area (before you reach arrivals). Once you've collected your baggage and passed through to the landside of the airport, there are two more currency exchange desks in the arrivals area. There are also several ATMs scattered around the arrivals area, but they may charge a fee for using a foreign card.

Your guide to booking Sydney to Budapest flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Saturday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Saturday flights average $1,479, about $224 less than Sunday fares (13% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 26 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 32% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Sydney to Budapest trip for February. Fares historically average $1,112 return in that month – typically $1,061 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl Airport.

    • ibis Styles Budapest Airport
    • Hotel Ferihegy
  • Sydney Airport (SYD) has free, easy-to-access Wi-Fi across all of its terminals, so you'll be able to get your boarding pass up without requiring data.
  • In a rush but need to grab a bite before you fly? Try their contactless ordering; order and pay for food from many of Sydney Airport's cafes and restaurants, then skip the lines and pick it up when it's ready.
  • Budapest Airport (BUD) has an assistance service for arriving and departing passengers with reduced mobility. You can use the service regardless of which airline you travel with; reach out to the airport a minimum of 48h before your flight, then let them know you've arrived in the airport using one of their call points, and they'll be happy to provide any assistance you need.
  • If you'd like to hire a car in Budapest Airport, you'll find the companies near baggage claim by the front of the terminal, within the Sky Court concourse.

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