$228 Cheap Flights from Budapest (BUD) to Zurich (ZRH) in 2026

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Zurich.$228 per passenger.Departing Tue, 3 Mar, returning Mon, 9 Mar.Return flight with easyJet.Outbound indirect flight with easyJet, departs from Budapest on Tue, 3 Mar, arriving in Zurich.Inbound indirect flight with easyJet, departs from Zurich on Mon, 9 Mar, arriving in Budapest.Price includes taxes and charges.From $228, select.

Zurich.$229 per passenger.Departing Thu, 5 Feb, returning Sun, 8 Feb.Return flight with easyJet.Outbound indirect flight with easyJet, departs from Budapest on Thu, 5 Feb, arriving in Zurich.Inbound indirect flight with easyJet, departs from Zurich on Sun, 8 Feb, arriving in Budapest.Price includes taxes and charges.From $229, select.

Zurich.$246 per passenger.Departing Fri, 27 Mar, returning Fri, 10 Apr.Return flight with Wizz Air Malta and Air Serbia.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air Malta, departs from Budapest on Fri, 27 Mar, arriving in Zurich.Inbound indirect flight with Air Serbia, departs from Zurich on Fri, 10 Apr, arriving in Budapest.Price includes taxes and charges.From $246, select.

Zurich.$252 per passenger.Departing Fri, 23 Jan, returning Sun, 25 Jan.Return flight with Ryanair and easyJet.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Budapest on Fri, 23 Jan, arriving in Zurich.Inbound indirect flight with easyJet, departs from Zurich on Sun, 25 Jan, arriving in Budapest.Price includes taxes and charges.From $252, select.

Zurich.$253 per passenger.Departing Thu, 26 Feb, returning Mon, 2 Mar.Return flight with easyJet.Outbound indirect flight with easyJet, departs from Budapest on Thu, 26 Feb, arriving in Zurich.Inbound indirect flight with easyJet, departs from Zurich on Mon, 2 Mar, arriving in Budapest.Price includes taxes and charges.From $253, select.

Zurich.$267 per passenger.Departing Thu, 29 Jan, returning Sun, 1 Feb.Return flight with Ryanair and easyJet.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Budapest on Thu, 29 Jan, arriving in Zurich.Inbound indirect flight with easyJet, departs from Zurich on Sun, 1 Feb, arriving in Budapest.Price includes taxes and charges.From $267, select.

Zurich.$281 per passenger.Departing Fri, 19 Jun, returning Mon, 22 Jun.Return flight with SWISS.Outbound direct flight with SWISS departs from Budapest on Fri, 19 Jun, arriving in Zurich.Inbound direct flight with SWISS departs from Zurich on Mon, 22 Jun, arriving in Budapest.Price includes taxes and charges.From $281, select.

Zurich.$283 per passenger.Departing Thu, 12 Nov, returning Sun, 15 Nov.Return flight with SWISS.Outbound direct flight with SWISS departs from Budapest on Thu, 12 Nov, arriving in Zurich.Inbound direct flight with SWISS departs from Zurich on Sun, 15 Nov, arriving in Budapest.Price includes taxes and charges.From $283, select.

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 March.

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Budapest to Zurich: Alternative routes

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Budapest to Zurich: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	$228
Cheapest month to fly	March
Average flight time	1 hr, 40 mins
Most popular airline	SWISS
Average flights per week	74

Finding cheap flights from Budapest to Zurich: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Budapest to Zurich?

The best price we found for a return flight from Budapest to Zurich is $228. 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.

How long does it take to fly from Budapest to Zurich?

1 hour and 40 minutes is the average flight time from Budapest to Zurich.

Which airlines fly direct from Budapest to Zurich?

SWISS, TAP Air Portugal and Air Canada fly direct from Budapest to Zurich.

How many flights are there a week from Budapest to Zurich?

As of December 2025, there are 74 flights per week flying from Budapest to Zurich.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Budapest to Zurich?

The cheapest month to fly from Budapest to Zurich is usually March.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Budapest Airport to Zurich Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Budapest Airport to Zurich Airport on Tuesday, 3 March 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Budapest Airport to Zurich Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 40 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Zurich?

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.

When is the best time to book flights to Zurich?

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.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Budapest Airport to Zurich with?

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

Flying from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) to Zurich Airport (ZRH): what you need to know

Book a direct flight from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Zurich Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 40 minutes.
Budapest and Zurich are in the UTC+1 timezone. That means you won't need to account for any time differences.
You can choose from 32 weekly Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Zurich Airport flights. The 06:15 departure with SWISS is the earliest flight you can take. SWISS operates the last service of the day at 20:00.
Give yourself enough time to catch your BUD to ZRH flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak time like July? School holidays and other high seasons can result in longer lines and delays at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
SWISS offers direct flights from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Zurich Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to see the sights in Zurich — and maybe even more of Switzerland if time allows.
Most passengers choose to fly with SWISS on this route.
The most punctual carrier that operates BUD to ZRH flights is SWISS. Its services arrive without delay 70.51% of the time.
If you want to explore another city along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Zurich Airport. These are the top stopovers between BUD and ZRH:
- Vienna International Airport
- Stuttgart Airport
- Frankfurt Airport

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

$99 is currently the best price for a one-way Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Zurich Airport flight. A return flight starts at $228. These fares may change based on availability.
Score cheap tickets from BUD to ZRH by booking at least six months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Zurich Airport. If you need to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares across every month.
You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment the price changes on cheap flights from BUD to ZRH.
Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Zurich Airport.

Handy information about Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)

When it comes to the on-time performance of Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport, 71.48% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport is about 24 kilometres from central Budapest. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour.
Looking for a convenient hotel near BUD? If you've booked an early flight from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Zurich Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:

Arriving at Zurich Airport (ZRH)

If you're getting in on a late Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Zurich Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these accommodation options near ZRH:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Zurich Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Alamo, Europcar or Green Motion and see more of Zurich and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Zurich Airport about two weeks in advance boosts your odds of scoring a great price.

Getting from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to central Zurich

Zurich Airport is approximately 13 kilometres from central Zurich. The drive time takes about 20 minutes.
Getting there on public transport typically takes 1 hour 35 minutes.

When to fly to Zurich Airport (ZRH)

July is the busiest month for flights from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Zurich Airport. To escape the crowds, travel to Zurich in January.
Lock in your flight from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Zurich Airport for July if you'd like to explore Zurich during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 10ºC (50ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from BUD to ZRH in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -6ºC (21ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) on average.

Explore more of Switzerland

You've done Zurich, now it's time to discover other corners of Switzerland. Travel about 72 kilometres west to Basel to tick off its must-visit sights. From Basel Minster to Bistro Kunstmuseum Basel and Rhine River Cruises, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 97 kilometres south-west of Zurich, Bern is another essential stop in Switzerland. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Old Town Bern, Zytglogge and Bern Cathedral.