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Cheap flights from New Zealand to Budapest from $2,023

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 1/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AKL — BUD
7 Mar — 14 Mar1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from New Zealand to Budapest

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Cheapest flights from New Zealand to Budapest
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New Zealand to Budapest. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 5 February 2026.

Fri 1/520:05
CHC
-
BUD
2 stops68h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 31/513:00
BUD
-
CHC
2 stops44h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/2$2,023
Sun 17/506:05
WLG
-
BUD
3 stops39h 15m
British Airways
Thu 21/514:25
BUD
-
WLG
3 stops47h 30m
British Airways
Deal found 2/2$2,097
Fri 13/306:05
CHC
-
BUD
3 stops51h 55m
British Airways
Mon 16/307:20
BUD
-
CHC
3 stops52h 35m
British Airways
Deal found 4/2$2,117
Wed 4/306:05
WLG
-
BUD
3 stops53h 15m
British Airways
Wed 11/312:20
BUD
-
WLG
3 stops47h 30m
British Airways
Deal found 1/2$2,167
Fri 4/1216:55
WLG
-
BUD
2 stops49h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 7/111:25
BUD
-
WLG
2 stops57h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/2$2,508
Fri 13/306:05
CHC
-
BUD
2 stops37h 00m
China Eastern
Mon 16/311:30
BUD
-
CHC
2 stops48h 55m
China Eastern
Deal found 1/2$2,513
Thu 19/321:05
WLG
-
BUD
2 stops70h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 26/311:30
BUD
-
WLG
2 stops57h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/2$2,529
Thu 25/617:45
WLG
-
BUD
2 stops47h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 16/712:45
BUD
-
WLG
2 stops37h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/2$2,566
Sun 28/613:05
WLG
-
BUD
2 stops53h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 19/712:30
BUD
-
WLG
2 stops46h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/2$2,640
Sun 22/309:00
CHC
-
BUD
2 stops58h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 29/312:30
BUD
-
CHC
2 stops41h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/2$2,674
Fri 20/320:10
CHC
-
BUD
2 stops70h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 27/311:30
BUD
-
CHC
2 stops41h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/2$3,014
Thu 25/606:05
WLG
-
BUD
3 stops39h 50m
British Airways
Thu 16/717:55
BUD
-
WLG
3 stops34h 50m
British Airways
Deal found 2/2$3,168

Find flight deals from New Zealand to Budapest

Keep the following information in mind while searching for New Zealand to Budapest flight deals. Data was last updated 5 February 2026.

Round-trip from

$2,023

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,669
1/5-31/5
  • 1/5-31/5
  • 4 total stops
  • 113h 20m total
  • New Zealand to Budapest
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Customise your flight search to find flights from New Zealand to Budapest that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 134,765 searches. Data last updated 5 February 2026.
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WellingtonBudapest

WLG - BUD

WLGBUD

Wellington

Sun 17/5

06:05-11:20

3 stops39h 15m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Thu 21/5

14:25-23:55

3 stops47h 30m

$2,097

ChristchurchBudapest

CHC - BUD

CHCBUD

Christchurch

Fri 13/3

06:05-22:00

3 stops51h 55m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Mon 16/3

07:20-23:55

3 stops52h 35m

$2,117

WellingtonBudapest

WLG - BUD

WLGBUD

Wellington

Wed 4/3

06:05-23:20

3 stops53h 15m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Wed 11/3

12:20-23:50

3 stops47h 30m

$2,167

ChristchurchBudapest

CHC - BUD

CHCBUD

Christchurch

Fri 1/5

06:30-13:15

3 stops40h 45m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Sun 31/5

09:00-14:35

3 stops43h 35m

$2,204

ChristchurchBudapest

CHC - BUD

CHCBUD

Christchurch

Fri 13/3

06:05-07:05

2 stops37h 00m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Mon 16/3

11:30-00:25

2 stops48h 55m

$2,513

WellingtonBudapest

WLG - BUD

WLGBUD

Wellington

Thu 19/3

21:05-07:05

2 stops70h 00m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Thu 26/3

11:30-08:35

2 stops57h 05m

$2,529

WellingtonBudapest

WLG - BUD

WLGBUD

Wellington

Thu 25/6

17:45-07:00

2 stops47h 15m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Thu 16/7

12:45-12:20

2 stops37h 35m

$2,566

ChristchurchBudapest

CHC - BUD

CHCBUD

Christchurch

Sun 22/3

09:00-07:05

2 stops58h 05m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Sun 29/3

12:30-17:20

2 stops41h 50m

$2,674

ChristchurchBudapest

CHC - BUD

CHCBUD

Christchurch

Fri 20/3

20:10-06:25

2 stops70h 15m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Fri 27/3

11:30-17:20

2 stops41h 50m

$3,014

WellingtonBudapest

WLG - BUD

WLGBUD

Wellington

Sun 28/6

06:05-01:10

3 stops53h 05m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Sun 19/7

17:10-23:55

3 stops44h 45m

$3,130

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Best time to book a flight from New Zealand to Budapest

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Everything you need to know about your flight from New Zealand to Budapest

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New Zealand to Budapest?

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to Budapest (average of $1,461). Flying from New Zealand to Budapest in April is currently the most expensive (average of $1,823). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

Reviews of airlines servicing Budapest

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Budapest. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Budapest. Reviews last updated 5 February 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Emirates, Qatar Airways, andChina Southern from New Zealand to Budapest by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,505 reviews
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Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,505 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,505 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,731 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,505 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.
China Southern
7.3
Good
137 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,505 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,210 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,505 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.
China Eastern
7.2
Good
192 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,505 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from New Zealand to Budapest. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Budapest from New Zealand?

    Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl (BUD), located 16.5 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from New Zealand to Budapest.

  • How long is the flight from New Zealand to Budapest?

    Departing from New Zealand to Budapest will take you 39h 15m. Airlines will cover a distance of 17954 km.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from New Zealand to Budapest one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is China Eastern, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $651. However, be on the lookout for offers from China Southern and Emirates, as they are both options that can get you from New Zealand to Budapest for a low price.

  • Can I find deals for flights from New Zealand to Budapest that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on New Zealand to Budapest flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from New Zealand to Budapest?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from New Zealand to Budapest.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from New Zealand to Budapest?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New Zealand to Budapest by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New Zealand to Budapest?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to Budapest (average of $1,461). Flying from New Zealand to Budapest in April is currently the most expensive (average of $1,823). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 7 airlines flying from New Zealand to Budapest

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from New Zealand to Budapest. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 134,765 searches. Data last updated 5 February 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China SouthernCheapest$1,374Average$1,773FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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British AirwaysCheapest$1,642Average$1,805FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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China EasternCheapest$1,651Average$2,043FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest$1,725Average$2,260FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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EmiratesCheapest$2,164Average$3,377FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$2,619Average$2,819FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$3,058Average$3,174FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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