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Cheap flights from South Island to Budapest from $1,674

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 2/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHC — BUD
12 Oct — 19 Oct1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

Cheap flight deals from South Island to Budapest

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Island to Budapest flight deals. Data was last updated 12 September 2025.

Round-trip from

$2,272

One-way from

$1,674
China Southern
  • China Southern
  • 7/11-16/12
  • 3 total stops
  • 78h 45m total
  • South Island to Budapest
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2/1
  • 2/1
  • 2 total stops
  • 36h 55m total
  • South Island to Budapest
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Cheapest flights from South Island to Budapest
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Island to Budapest. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 12 September 2025.

Fri 7/1106:00CHC - BUD
2 stops37h 10mMultiple Airlines
Tue 16/1211:45BUD - CHC
1 stop41h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/9$2,272
Thu 18/1222:30CHC - BUD
1 stop44h 40mChina Southern
Sat 10/111:45BUD - CHC
1 stop41h 35mChina Southern
Deal found 12/9$2,458
Sat 25/1009:40CHC - BUD
2 stops57h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sat 1/1111:30BUD - CHC
2 stops64h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/9$2,709
Thu 18/1222:30CHC - BUD
1 stop44h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sat 10/111:45BUD - CHC
2 stops34h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/9$2,882
Fri 7/1115:45CHC - BUD
2 stops33h 20mEmirates
Tue 16/1215:15BUD - CHC
2 stops45h 10mEmirates
Deal found 9/9$3,603
Fri 19/1207:20CHC - BUD
2 stops35h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sat 10/111:45BUD - CHC
1 stop41h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/9$3,677

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Customise your flight search to find flights from South Island 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 12 September 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Island to Budapest that are best for you.

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South Island

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Budapest

Route

Departure

Return

Price

ChristchurchBudapest

CHC - BUD

CHCBUD

Christchurch

Fri 7/11

06:00-07:10

2 stops37h 10m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Tue 16/12

11:45-17:20

1 stop41h 35m

$2,272

ChristchurchBudapest

CHC - BUD

CHCBUD

Christchurch

Sat 25/10

09:40-08:05

2 stops57h 25m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Sat 1/11

11:30-15:45

2 stops64h 15m

$2,709

ChristchurchBudapest

CHC - BUD

CHCBUD

Christchurch

Fri 7/11

15:45-13:05

2 stops33h 20m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Tue 16/12

15:15-00:25

2 stops45h 10m

$3,603

ChristchurchBudapest

CHC - BUD

CHCBUD

Christchurch

Sat 20/12

16:00-06:25

2 stops50h 25m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Sun 4/1

11:25-22:10

2 stops46h 45m

$4,414

ChristchurchBudapest

CHC - BUD

CHCBUD

Christchurch

Sat 20/12

15:05-06:25

2 stops51h 20m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Mon 5/1

11:25-10:25

2 stops59h 00m

$4,414

ChristchurchBudapest

CHC - BUD

CHCBUD

Christchurch

Mon 22/12

21:00-06:25

2 stops69h 25m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Mon 5/1

11:25-13:25

2 stops62h 00m

$4,414

ChristchurchBudapest

CHC - BUD

CHCBUD

Christchurch

Fri 7/11

06:05-11:15

3 stops41h 10m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Tue 16/12

20:10-23:55

3 stops63h 45m

$4,478

ChristchurchBudapest

CHC - BUD

CHCBUD

Christchurch

Sun 21/12

06:05-13:05

2 stops43h 00m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Mon 5/1

15:15-00:10

2 stops44h 55m

$4,524

ChristchurchBudapest

CHC - BUD

CHCBUD

Christchurch

Fri 2/1

06:15-07:10

2 stops36h 55m

$1,674

ChristchurchBudapest

CHC - BUD

CHCBUD

Christchurch

Sat 3/1

06:00-06:25

2 stops60h 25m

$1,800

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Deals found on 11/9

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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 12 September 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates, Singapore Airlines, andQantas Airways from South Island to Budapest. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,334 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,334 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,334 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,365 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,334 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
905 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,334 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Budapest from South Island?

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

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Singapore AirlinesCheapest$2,832Average$2,869FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$3,029Average$3,212FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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EmiratesCheapest$3,033Average$3,193FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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