Shenzhen to Budapest (SZX–BUD) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
SZX–BUD is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Air China and Hainan Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 5,283 miles in approximately 11h 50m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CA Air China | 6 | 77F | 11h50 | – | Star Alliance | – |
| HU Hainan Airlines | 2 | 789 | 11h45 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Budapest from Shenzhen
| Metric | SZX→BUD | CAN→BUD |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from SZX | – | 61 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 8 | 7 |
| Flight time | 11h 50m | 11h 40m |
Travel Essentials
SZX: CST · BUD: CEST
When it's 6:00 PM in Shenzhen, it's 12:00 PM in Budapest.
Chinese passport holders require a Schengen visa to enter Hungary. Applications are submitted through VFS Global, with 14 centres operating across China. Passport must be valid for at least 3 months beyond the planned departure from the Schengen zone. Travel medical insurance meeting Schengen requirements is mandatory. The 90-day stay limit within any 180-day period is shared across all Schengen states.
Shenzhen Metro Line 11 (Airport Express) runs from Futian or Luohu to the airport in 35–50 minutes (¥20–30). Trains run from 6am to around midnight. This is the standard option for arrivals from central Shenzhen and the Hong Kong border crossing at Futian.
Taxis from downtown Shenzhen (Luohu/Futian) cost ¥60–100 and take 30–50 minutes depending on expressway traffic. High-speed rail connections exist but require a shuttle or metro link from Shenzhen North station.
SZX–BUD Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from SZX to BUD
Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX) and Budapest Liszt Ferenc International Airport (BUD) are connected by nonstop service from Air China and Hainan Airlines. With 8 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
SZX to BUD Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from SZX to BUD is about 11 hours 50 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 5,283 miles (8,502 km). There are approximately 8 weekly flights outbound and 8 return, totaling 16 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via İstanbul, Frankfurt Main and Vienna. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Guangzhou (Huadu) (CAN).