Budapest to Zurich (BUD–ZRH) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
BUD–ZRH is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Swiss and Turkish Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 500 miles in approximately 1h 35m. Beyond nonstop, 93 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LX Swiss | 27 | 221, 223, 290, E95 | 1h35-1h40 | – | Star Alliance | – |
| TK Turkish Airlines | 1 | 33F | 1h45 | – | Star Alliance | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Zurich from Budapest
| Metric | BUD→ZRH | KSC→ZRH |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from BUD | – | 125 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 28 | 4 |
| Flight time | 1h 35m | 1h 55m |
Travel Essentials
BUD: CEST · ZRH: CEST
When it's 6:00 PM in Budapest, it's 6:00 PM in Zurich.
Switzerland is an EFTA and Schengen member with bilateral agreements granting EU citizens freedom of movement. Hungarian citizens can live, work, and travel in Switzerland without a visa or time limit. A valid passport or national ID card is sufficient for entry.
SBB trains from the airport station (below Check-in 2) to Zurich HB take 10 minutes and run every 10–15 minutes. Long-distance intercity trains to Geneva, Basel, Bern, and Lucerne depart directly from the airport station; Zurich Airport is one of the best-connected airports in Europe for onward rail travel. Taxis queue outside arrivals; fares to the city centre are CHF 55–75.Rental car desks are located in the arrivals area. Swiss customs exit is prompt for EU/Schengen arrivals. The Meet & Greet area is directly adjacent to baggage reclaim.
Temperate continental climate. Winters (November–February) are cold and frequently foggy on the Swiss Plateau; fog (Hochnebel) can persist for days and is the most common cause of delays, with the airport above the fog layer on clearer days but below it on others. Snow does occur but is well managed. Temperatures range from −2 to 5°C.
Summers (June–August) are warm at 22–28°C with afternoon thunderstorms that can be intense but brief. Spring and autumn are mild and variable. Hochnebel fog season (October–January) is the primary operational risk to plan around.
BUD–ZRH Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from BUD to ZRH
Budapest Liszt Ferenc International Airport (BUD) and Zürich Airport (ZRH) are connected by nonstop service from Swiss and Turkish Airlines. With 28 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
BUD to ZRH Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from BUD to ZRH ranges from 1 hours 35 minutes to 1 hours 45 minutes. The route covers a distance of 500 miles (805 km). There are approximately 28 weekly flights outbound and 33 return, totaling 61 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
93 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 4 hours via BSL. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Košice (KSC).