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Find the cheapest month to fly from Shanghai to Budapest

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Shanghai to Budapest flights are currently cheapest in November.

Direct flights from Shanghai to Budapest

Shanghai to Budapest: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Shanghai to Budapest below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Budapest.

Shanghai to Budapest: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundRs67,953
Cheapest month to flyNovember
Average flight time12 hrs, 20 mins
Most popular airlineChina Eastern
Average flights per week15

Finding cheap flights from Shanghai to Budapest: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Shanghai to Budapest is Rs136,514. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
12 hours and 20 minutes is the average flight time from Shanghai to Budapest.
China Eastern, Shanghai Airlines and China Cargo fly direct from Shanghai to Budapest.
As of November 2025, there are 15 flights per week flying from Shanghai to Budapest.
The cheapest month to fly from Shanghai to Budapest is usually December.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Shanghai to Budapest Airport on Thursday, 4 December 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 12 hours and 20 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Budapest but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Budapest is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Flying from Shanghai to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD): What you need to know

  • There are a couple of airports to choose from in Shanghai. Check out your options leaving from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) or Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) when reserving your flight from Shanghai to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD).

  • The average length of a direct Shanghai to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport flight is 12 hours 15 minutes.

  • Budapest is seven hours behind Shanghai. Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport is located in Budapest, which runs on the UTC+1 timezone.

  • You can choose from 7 direct flights each week between Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) and Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD). This is the most popular route, with Shanghai Airlines offering a 1:50am departure from PVG to BUD.

  • To ensure you catch your flight from Shanghai to BUD, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.

  • If you're flying during a bank holiday or other peak period, allow for even more time. Get there two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Check-in and security lines will be longer.

Airports in Shanghai

Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

  • Take the express route from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG). Direct flights from Shanghai to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) are available from here.

  • You can get away on a direct flight from Shanghai to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport with Shanghai Airlines. This well-known airline operates departures from PVG.

  • Most passengers choose to book seats with Shanghai Airlines from PVG to BUD.

  • Shanghai Airlines takes the lead in punctuality. An impressive 100.0% of its services on this route arrive as scheduled.

  • We make it a breeze to book cheap flights from Shanghai to BUD with a stopover. To explore the options leaving from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers between PVG and BUD include:

    • Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

    • Frankfurt Airport (FRA)

    • Incheon International Airport (ICN)

  • PVG is around 56 kilometres from central Shanghai. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 50 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.

  • Catching an early flight from Shanghai to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and sneak in some bonus sleep) by picking one of these hotels near Shanghai Pudong International Airport:

  • Of the departures from Shanghai Pudong International Airport, 78.11% land on schedule at their destination.

  • PVG is located at No.300 Qihang Road.

Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)

  • Split up your flight from Shanghai to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport with a stop so you can stretch your legs or tick a new place off your list. Popular stopovers between Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport and BUD include:

    • Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)

    • Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)

    • Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport (CKG)

  • The drive from central Shanghai to SHA usually takes 20 minutes, depending on traffic conditions. The distance from the city centre to the airport is around 14 kilometres.

  • Taking off bright and early? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport the day before your Shanghai to BUD flight:

  • Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport has a reputation for reliability and timeliness. 85.58% of flights taking off from here arrive right when they're supposed to.

  • The address for SHA is 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.

About Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)

Getting from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) to central Budapest

  • Central Budapest is around 24 kilometres from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport and takes about 30 minutes to reach by car. See what your options are for getting into town, whether that's with a car hire, cab or ride-share.

  • If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour.

How to find the cheapest flights from Shanghai to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)

  • Rs67,953 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Shanghai to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport. A return flight starts at Rs136,514. These fares may change depending on availability and demand.

  • Get cheap flights from Shanghai to BUD by booking one month ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.

  • June is when you're most likely to find a good deal on a Shanghai to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport ticket. If you need to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.

  • There's no need to search every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as a better deal is available on flight tickets from Shanghai to BUD.

  • Hunt for savings on a flight from Shanghai to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport with the help of the filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best.'

The best time to fly from Shanghai to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)

  • Think about the pace you're looking for when planning your trip dates. April is the quietest month to go to Budapest. July is when most people book flights from Shanghai to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD), which may be ideal if you enjoy travelling when it's busier.

  • When booking your Shanghai to BUD flight ticket, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. August is the warmest month in Budapest, with temperatures ranging from 15ºC to 30ºC.

  • If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Shanghai to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport in January when temperatures are between -8ºC and 6ºC.

More about Budapest

  • Once you've booked your flight from Shanghai to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport, find a hotel that's got location and comfort covered. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Budapest:

  • You'll find loads of fantastic things to do in Budapest when you're ready to get out and sightsee. Make your way to River Danube followed by Fisherman's Bastion and Hungarian Parliament Building.

Explore more of Hungary

  • You've done Budapest, now it's time to discover other parts of Hungary. Journey around 177 kilometres east to Debrecen to check off its leading attractions. From Hortobagy National Park to Nagyerdei Park and Debreceni Zsinagóga, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.

  • Miskolc is another must-experience destination in Hungary and is around 137 kilometres north-east of Budapest. No trip is complete without seeing Miskolc-Tapolca cave bath, Bukk National Park and Diósgyőr: Történelmi Emlékhely.

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