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Cheap flights from South Island to Budapest from $2,495

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 7/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHC — BUD
8 Dec — 15 Dec1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from South Island to Budapest

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Round-trip from

$2,495
China Southern
  • China Southern
  • 7/12-13/1
  • 2 total stops
  • 86h 15m 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 8 November 2025.

Sun 7/1222:30CHC - BUD
1 stop44h 40mChina Southern
Tue 13/111:45BUD - CHC
1 stop41h 35mChina Southern
Deal found 7/11$2,495
Sun 7/1222:30CHC - BUD
1 stop44h 40mChina Southern
Sat 17/111:45BUD - CHC
1 stop41h 35mChina Southern
Deal found 7/11$2,648
Wed 10/1206:15CHC - BUD
2 stops36h 50mMultiple Airlines
Fri 16/111:30BUD - CHC
2 stops64h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/11$3,324
Fri 7/1109:15CHC - BUD
2 stops47h 40mEmirates
Tue 16/1215:15BUD - CHC
2 stops45h 10mEmirates
Deal found 5/11$3,795
Sun 7/1222:30CHC - BUD
1 stop44h 40mMultiple Airlines
Mon 19/111:30BUD - CHC
2 stops41h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/11$3,938
Sun 7/1222:30CHC - BUD
1 stop44h 40mMultiple Airlines
Fri 16/111:30BUD - CHC
2 stops41h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/11$3,941
Sun 7/1222:30CHC - BUD
1 stop44h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sun 18/111:30BUD - CHC
2 stops41h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/11$3,943
Sun 7/1222:30CHC - BUD
1 stop44h 40mMultiple Airlines
Wed 14/112:30BUD - CHC
2 stops40h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/11$4,003
Sun 7/1222:30CHC - BUD
1 stop44h 40mMultiple Airlines
Tue 13/111:30BUD - CHC
2 stops41h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/11$4,041
Mon 8/1220:10CHC - BUD
2 stops70h 15mAir China
Sun 18/111:25BUD - CHC
2 stops60h 00mAir China
Deal found 7/11$4,402
Fri 7/1118:20CHC - BUD
2 stops54h 45mQantas Airways
Tue 16/1215:15BUD - CHC
2 stops34h 45mQantas Airways
Deal found 6/11$4,409
Fri 7/1106:00CHC - BUD
2 stops37h 10mMultiple Airlines
Tue 16/1211:45BUD - CHC
1 stop41h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/11$4,667

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Island to Budapest that are best for you.

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Departure

Return

Price

ChristchurchBudapest

CHC - BUD

CHCBUD

Christchurch

Sun 7/12

22:30-07:10

1 stop44h 40m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Sat 17/1

11:45-17:20

1 stop41h 35m

$2,648

ChristchurchBudapest

CHC - BUD

CHCBUD

Christchurch

Sun 7/12

22:30-07:10

1 stop44h 40m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Fri 16/1

11:30-17:20

2 stops41h 50m

$3,941

ChristchurchBudapest

CHC - BUD

CHCBUD

Christchurch

Sun 7/12

22:30-07:10

1 stop44h 40m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Wed 14/1

12:30-17:20

2 stops40h 50m

$4,003

ChristchurchBudapest

CHC - BUD

CHCBUD

Christchurch

Tue 9/12

17:00-06:25

2 stops49h 25m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Sun 18/1

11:25-10:25

2 stops59h 00m

$4,402

ChristchurchBudapest

CHC - BUD

CHCBUD

Christchurch

Wed 10/12

06:05-20:55

2 stops50h 50m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Sat 17/1

21:55-00:25

2 stops38h 30m

$4,704

ChristchurchBudapest

CHC - BUD

CHCBUD

Christchurch

Mon 8/12

06:20-13:05

2 stops42h 45m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Sat 17/1

15:15-00:25

2 stops45h 10m

$4,704

ChristchurchBudapest

CHC - BUD

CHCBUD

Christchurch

Mon 8/12

15:55-13:05

2 stops33h 10m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Mon 19/1

15:15-00:25

2 stops45h 10m

$4,704

ChristchurchBudapest

CHC - BUD

CHCBUD

Christchurch

Wed 10/12

06:05-20:55

2 stops50h 50m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Mon 19/1

21:55-14:30

2 stops28h 35m

$4,704

ChristchurchBudapest

CHC - BUD

CHCBUD

Christchurch

Thu 11/12

06:05-13:05

2 stops43h 00m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Sat 17/1

15:15-00:25

2 stops45h 10m

$4,706

ChristchurchBudapest

CHC - BUD

CHCBUD

Christchurch

Sat 13/12

06:05-13:05

2 stops67h 00m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Mon 19/1

15:15-00:25

2 stops45h 10m

$4,784

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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 8 November 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates and Qantas 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
3,402 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

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
3,402 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,402 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

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
929 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,402 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

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

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from South Island 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 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.

  • How long is the flight from South Island to Budapest?

    There are many flights that can get you from South Island to Budapest in 44h 40m. Fly via China Southern or Air China to get the fastest option. There are 17885 km between South Island and Budapest. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • Can I find deals for flights from South Island to Budapest that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from South Island to Budapest?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from South Island to Budapest?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Island 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.

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$3,206Average$3,399FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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EmiratesCheapest$3,266Average$3,555FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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