- Must visit
Museum of Fine Arts, Budapest
Major fine arts museum on Heroes’ Square with strong collections of Old Masters, Egyptian art, and European painting.
Flights from Zurich Airport to Budapest depart on average 51 times per day, taking around 2h 32m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at $111 (€89) but you can travel from only $58 (€46) by bus.
There are 3 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 05:00, the last at 19:40. The fastest flight covers the 489 miles (787 km) distance in 3h 50m. July is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 489 miles (787 km) |
Average flight duration 2h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price $111 (€89) |
Flights per day 51 |
Direct flights 3 |
Fastest flight 3h 50m |
First flight 5:00 AM |
Last flight 7:40 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Cheapest price
$135
Average price
$252
Fastest journey
3 h 50 m
Average duration
15 h 17 m
Flights per day
5
Distance
787 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Zurich Airport to Budapest is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zurich Airport to Budapest will cost around $252 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $135.
Of the 5 flights that leave Zurich Airport for Budapest onFri, May 15, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, May 15 the direct flights cover the 787 km distance in an average of 15 h 17 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 3 h 50 m .
On Fri, May 15 the longest flights will take 22 h 20 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.










Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zurich Airport to Budapest among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $58. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 32m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $58, and a flight costs an average of $111.
Distance: 489 miles (787 km)
| Flight | Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$262 Average price | $164 Average price | $88 Average price Cheapest | $298 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 32m Average total duration Fastest 2h 32m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 10h 51m Average total duration 10h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 50m Average total duration 13h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 31m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Zurich Airport to Budapest:
A bus is $76 (€61) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Zurich Airport to Budapest costing on average $164 (€131).
A bus is $175 (€140) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Zurich Airport to Budapest costing on average $262 (€210).
Other travel options to Budapest take longer:
Train takes on average 10h 21m.
Bus takes on average 13h 20m.
The table below shows live departures for Zurich Airport to Budapest flights for today, Thursday, May 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:30 AM Zurich Airport | 22h35 | 7:05 AM Budapest | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:55 AM Zurich Airport | 11h15 | 10:10 PM Budapest | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:15 PM Zurich Airport | 8h55 | 10:10 PM Budapest | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:35 PM Zurich Airport | 5h40 | 9:15 PM Budapest | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:40 PM Zurich Airport | 24h40 | 8:20 PM Budapest | 0 transfersDirect |
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Major fine arts museum on Heroes’ Square with strong collections of Old Masters, Egyptian art, and European painting.
The national art museum inside Buda Castle, showcasing Hungarian art from medieval works to modern painting and sculpture.
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Historic hilltop quarter of cobbled lanes, courtyards, and viewpoints, ideal for scenic walks and classic Budapest atmosphere.
Elegant boulevard lined with mansions, cultural institutions, and luxury storefronts, connecting downtown with Heroes’ Square.
Major viewpoint area with panoramic city vistas, walking paths, and some of Budapest’s most shared skyline photos.
Hungary’s iconic paprika-rich goulash soup with beef, potatoes, and vegetables. In Budapest, it is a classic introduction to traditional home-style cooking.
A slow-cooked meat stew seasoned with onion and sweet paprika, usually served with nokedli. It is one of the most typical hearty Hungarian main dishes.
Tender chicken cooked in a creamy paprika sauce, often served with dumplings. It is a beloved comfort dish found across traditional Budapest restaurants.
A long-running family restaurant known for classic Hungarian and Hungarian-Jewish dishes. Warm, traditional atmosphere and consistently strong reputation.
A Michelin-starred Budapest restaurant presenting refined modern Hungarian cuisine with strong local ingredients and elegant service.
An established traditional restaurant near City Park, famous for generous portions of goulash, paprikash, and other classic Hungarian meals.
Cheaper than many Western European capitals. Good value for transit, casual dining, and attractions; upscale hotels and fine dining cost more.
Service may be included. If not, tip 10% in restaurants for good service. Round up taxis. Small tips for hotel staff are appreciated.
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Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport -> Budapest Keleti Railway Station
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