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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Budapest Airport to Zurich Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from RM960. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Budapest to Zurich

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Budapest to Zurich flights are currently cheapest in August.

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Budapest to Zurich: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundRM303
Cheapest month to flyAugust
Average flight time1 hr, 40 mins
Most popular airlineSWISS
Average flights per week77

Finding cheap flights from Budapest to Zurich: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Budapest to Zurich is RM755. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
1 hour and 40 minutes is the average flight time from Budapest to Zurich.
SWISS, Helvetic Airways and TAP Air Portugal fly direct from Budapest to Zurich.
As of July 2026, there are 77 flights per week flying from Budapest to Zurich.
The cheapest month to fly from Budapest to Zurich is usually September.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Budapest Airport to Zurich Airport on Thursday, 24 September 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 40 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Zurich but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Zurich is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Currently, Wizz Air and SWISS offer the cheapest flight tickets to Zurich.

Travelling from Budapest Airport (BUD) to Zurich Airport (ZRH): what you need to know

  • Take a direct flight from Budapest Airport to Zurich Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 40 minutes.

  • Budapest and Zurich follow the same timezone, UTC+1.

  • Flights from BUD to ZRH start from 06:15 — the earliest with SWISS. The latest departure is at 20:00 with SWISS. Overall, you can take your pick of 24 weekly Budapest Airport to Zurich Airport flights.

  • To ensure you catch your BUD to ZRH flight, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.

  • Travelling during a peak month like June? Major public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

  • SWISS is your ticket to exploring Zurich (and maybe even some other great parts of Switzerland!). Check out the direct flights from Budapest Airport to Zurich Airport offered by this popular airline.

  • The majority of passengers choose to travel with SWISS on this route.

  • SWISS ranks as the top on-time carrier for BUD to ZRH flights, with 83.69% of services arriving on schedule.

  • If you'd like to break up your flight, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Budapest Airport to Zurich Airport. These are the top stopovers between BUD and ZRH:

    • Frankfurt am Main Airport

    • Vienna Airport

    • Stuttgart Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Budapest Airport (BUD) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)

  • Currently, RM303 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Budapest Airport to Zurich Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is RM755. Remember that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • It's often best to book early if you want to get cheap tickets from BUD to ZRH. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.

  • The cheapest month for flights from Budapest Airport to Zurich Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have a flexible schedule.

  • There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment there's a new deal on cheap flights from BUD to ZRH.

  • Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Budapest Airport to Zurich Airport.

Handy information about Budapest Airport (BUD)

  • Budapest Airport earns top marks for its on-time performance. 81% of flights that depart BUD arrive at their destination as scheduled.

  • Central Budapest to Budapest Airport is approximately 16 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing.

  • Catching public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 40 minutes.

  • Taking an early flight from Budapest Airport to Zurich Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these hotels close to BUD:

Arriving at Zurich Airport (ZRH)

  • The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Budapest Airport to Zurich Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near ZRH instead:

  • Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Zurich Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Alamo, Europcar or Green Motion and explore beyond Zurich's usual tourist stops.

  • Reserving your ride from Zurich Airport around two weeks in advance gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.

Getting from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to central Zurich

  • Zurich Airport to central Zurich has a drive time of about 15 minutes. It's approximately 11 kilometres away.

  • It'll take around 10 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.

When to fly to Zurich Airport (ZRH)

  • It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Budapest Airport to Zurich Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Zurich. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in March.

  • The warmest month in Zurich is July, with the temperature ranging between 10ºC (50ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Lock in your flights from Budapest Airport to Zurich Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.

  • January has average temperatures of between -6ºC (21ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF). Search for cheap tickets from BUD to ZRH around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.

Explore more of Switzerland

  • You've seen Zurich, now it's time to discover more of Switzerland. Journey around 72 kilometres west to Basel to check off its popular sights. From Art Basel to Basel Minster and Muensterplatz, there's plenty to keep you on the go.

  • Around 97 kilometres south-west of Zurich, Bern is another essential stop in Switzerland. Experience major highlights starting with Old Town Bern, Zytglogge and Bernisches Historisches Museum - Einstein Museum.

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