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Cheap flights from South Island to Budapest from $1,053

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 4/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHC — BUD
8 Feb — 15 Feb1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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 9 January 2026.

Round-trip from

$2,012

One-way from

$1,053
British Airways
  • British Airways
  • 13/3-16/3
  • 6 total stops
  • 93h 45m total
  • South Island to Budapest
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4/5
  • 4/5
  • 3 total stops
  • 59h 50m 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 9 January 2026.

Fri 13/306:05CHC - BUD
3 stops41h 10mBritish Airways
Mon 16/307:20BUD - CHC
3 stops52h 35mBritish Airways
Deal found 8/1$2,012
Fri 13/206:05CHC - BUD
3 stops51h 55mBritish Airways
Tue 24/220:10BUD - CHC
3 stops63h 45mBritish Airways
Deal found 8/1$2,023
Sat 14/206:05CHC - BUD
3 stops52h 55mBritish Airways
Mon 23/217:40BUD - CHC
3 stops42h 15mBritish Airways
Deal found 8/1$2,085
Sun 15/222:30CHC - BUD
1 stop44h 40mChina Southern
Tue 24/211:45BUD - CHC
1 stop41h 35mChina Southern
Deal found 8/1$2,113
Sat 14/220:10CHC - BUD
2 stops46h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sun 22/211:25BUD - CHC
2 stops59h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/1$2,131
Sat 14/206:05CHC - BUD
3 stops52h 55mBritish Airways
Sun 22/206:55BUD - CHC
3 stops53h 00mBritish Airways
Deal found 8/1$2,148
Fri 13/206:05CHC - BUD
3 stops51h 55mBritish Airways
Fri 20/206:55BUD - CHC
3 stops53h 00mBritish Airways
Deal found 8/1$2,209
Sun 15/205:45CHC - BUD
2 stops36h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sun 22/211:25BUD - CHC
2 stops57h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/1$2,231
Sat 14/206:05CHC - BUD
3 stops47h 25mBritish Airways
Fri 20/206:55BUD - CHC
3 stops53h 00mBritish Airways
Deal found 8/1$2,270
Fri 13/205:45CHC - BUD
2 stops37h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sat 21/211:45BUD - CHC
1 stop41h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/1$2,332

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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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South Island

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Budapest

Route

Departure

Return

Price

ChristchurchBudapest

CHC - BUD

CHCBUD

Christchurch

Fri 13/3

06:05-11:15

3 stops41h 10m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Mon 16/3

07:20-23:55

3 stops52h 35m

$2,012

ChristchurchBudapest

CHC - BUD

CHCBUD

Christchurch

Fri 13/2

06:05-22:00

3 stops51h 55m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Sat 21/2

07:40-23:55

3 stops52h 15m

$2,023

ChristchurchBudapest

CHC - BUD

CHCBUD

Christchurch

Fri 13/2

06:05-22:00

3 stops51h 55m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Mon 23/2

17:40-23:55

3 stops42h 15m

$2,023

ChristchurchBudapest

CHC - BUD

CHCBUD

Christchurch

Fri 13/2

06:05-22:00

3 stops51h 55m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Tue 24/2

20:10-23:55

3 stops63h 45m

$2,023

ChristchurchBudapest

CHC - BUD

CHCBUD

Christchurch

Sat 14/2

06:05-23:00

3 stops52h 55m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Mon 23/2

17:40-23:55

3 stops42h 15m

$2,085

ChristchurchBudapest

CHC - BUD

CHCBUD

Christchurch

Fri 13/2

06:05-22:00

3 stops51h 55m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Sun 22/2

06:55-23:55

3 stops53h 00m

$2,085

ChristchurchBudapest

CHC - BUD

CHCBUD

Christchurch

Mon 4/5

10:20-12:10

3 stops59h 50m

$1,053

ChristchurchBudapest

CHC - BUD

CHCBUD

Christchurch

Sat 9/5

17:20-17:15

3 stops57h 55m

$1,090

ChristchurchBudapest

CHC - BUD

CHCBUD

Christchurch

Tue 5/5

05:45-10:25

3 stops38h 40m

$1,215

ChristchurchBudapest

CHC - BUD

CHCBUD

Christchurch

Thu 7/5

16:05-07:00

2 stops48h 55m

$1,265

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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 9 January 2026.
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
3,462 reviews
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Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

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
3,462 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,462 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
968 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,462 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

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 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 41h 10m. Fly via British Airways to get the fastest option. There are 17885 km between South Island and Budapest.

  • 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?

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  • 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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Top 2 airlines flying from South Island to Budapest

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from South Island 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 9 January 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$3,132Average$3,322FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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EmiratesCheapest$3,198Average$3,474FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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