Budapest to Taipei is a long-haul run with no nonstop service — you will always change planes once — but Taiwan’s capital is well connected through the Gulf, Istanbul and Asia’s own hubs, and the connecting fares are reasonable. This guide covers who really flies the route, what a fair return costs in forint, and how to book it for less.
Route: Budapest (BUD) → Taipei Taoyuan (TPE)
Distance: approximately 9,700 km (6,050 miles)
Non-stop flight time: no nonstop service — one-stop journeys run about 15–20 hours in total
Direct flights: No — no airline flies BUD–TPE nonstop. The best one-stop carriers are Turkish Airlines (via Istanbul) and Emirates (via Dubai), with EVA Air, China Airlines and Air China connecting through their Asian hubs.
Fares from Budapest to Taipei (HUF)
Taipei is a year-round city destination, so demand rather than weather sets the price. The Hungarian summer holidays and the Christmas/New Year period are the dearest; spring and autumn are cheapest. Note that Lunar New Year (late January or February) briefly spikes fares as Taiwan travels home. The figures below are typical economy return fares in forint, with the lowest usually being the Gulf and Turkish one-stop itineraries.
| Month | Typical return (economy) | Demand |
|---|---|---|
| January | 220 000 – 300 000 Ft | medium-high (Lunar NY) |
| February | 215 000 – 300 000 Ft | medium-high (Lunar NY) |
| March | 195 000 – 265 000 Ft | medium |
| April | 190 000 – 260 000 Ft | low-medium |
| May | 185 000 – 255 000 Ft | low-medium |
| June | 185 000 – 250 000 Ft | low |
| July | 230 000 – 310 000 Ft | high (school holidays) |
| August | 230 000 – 310 000 Ft | high |
| September | 185 000 – 255 000 Ft | low |
| October | 195 000 – 265 000 Ft | low-medium |
| November | 205 000 – 275 000 Ft | medium |
| December | 255 000 – 355 000 Ft | very high |
Reference points from our own deal tracking: a strong one-stop return lands around 168 000–210 000 Ft, a typical fair price is roughly 225 000 Ft, and anything under about 200 000 Ft is worth booking quickly. These are indicative economy returns — always confirm the live fare.
Airlines on this route
No carrier flies Budapest to Taipei nonstop, so every option below changes planes once. The choice is between the fast Gulf/Istanbul hubs and Asia’s own carriers.
One-stop (usually the cheapest, about 15–20 hours total):
- Turkish Airlines via Istanbul — the most popular option from Budapest, with a wide schedule and its own nonstop Istanbul–Taipei leg.
- Emirates via Dubai — strong economy and a nonstop Dubai–Taipei service onward.
- EVA Air — Taiwan’s award-winning carrier markets the route via a partner connection (typically through Bangkok); excellent 5-star economy on the long leg.
- China Airlines — Taiwan’s flag carrier, connecting through its European gateways to Taipei.
- Air China via Beijing — often among the lowest headline fares, with a mainland-China change of plane.
Turkish and Emirates usually offer the smoothest single change with their own metal end to end, while the Asian carriers can undercut on price. If comfort matters, EVA Air and China Airlines are consistently well rated; if the fare is everything, compare the Istanbul, Dubai and Beijing routings.
When to book & how to save
- Book 2–4 months ahead for the best balance of price and choice; fares to Taipei rarely drop in the final weeks.
- Dodge Lunar New Year (late January–February) and the July–August school holidays — both push fares up sharply.
- Target spring and autumn (April–June, September) for the lowest prices.
- Check the checked-bag allowance: full-service and Gulf carriers usually include 25–30 kg to Taipei, but the cheapest bundles may not — compare the all-in price.
- Consider a stopover: a Turkish stopover in Istanbul or an Emirates one in Dubai can add a free city break to the trip.
Arriving in Taipei
Almost all international flights land at Taoyuan International (TPE), about 40 km west of central Taipei. The fastest way in is the Taoyuan Airport MRT, which reaches Taipei Main Station in around 35–40 minutes on the Express service for roughly 1 500 Ft equivalent. Metered taxis run to the centre in 40–50 minutes for about 13 000–17 000 Ft, and frequent airport buses are cheaper still. A small number of regional flights use the closer Songshan (TSA) airport — check your ticket.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from Budapest to Taipei?
There is no nonstop flight, so the journey always includes one change of plane. A typical one-stop itinerary through Istanbul, Dubai or an Asian hub takes about 15 to 20 hours in total, including the connection. A well-timed Istanbul or Dubai routing sits at the shorter end.
Are there direct flights from Budapest to Taipei?
No. No airline operates a nonstop Budapest–Taipei service. Every option is one-stop — most popularly with Turkish Airlines (via Istanbul) or Emirates (via Dubai), with EVA Air, China Airlines and Air China connecting through their Asian hubs.
How much does it cost to fly from Budapest to Taipei?
A typical economy return runs about 185 000–355 000 Ft depending on the season. The best one-stop deals dip to around 168 000–210 000 Ft in spring and autumn, while the summer holidays, Lunar New Year and December peak sit at the top of the range.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Budapest to Taipei?
May, June and September are usually the cheapest, with returns from around 185 000 Ft. Avoid Lunar New Year (late January–February), the July–August holidays and December, which are the busiest and most expensive.
Which airlines fly from Budapest to Taipei?
On a one-stop basis: Turkish Airlines (via Istanbul), Emirates (via Dubai), EVA Air and China Airlines (Taiwan’s carriers, via their hubs), and Air China (via Beijing). There is no nonstop carrier on the route.
Which airport do I fly into in Taipei?
Nearly all long-haul flights arrive at Taoyuan International (TPE), Taipei’s main international airport, about 40 km west of the city. A few regional and short-haul flights use the more central Songshan (TSA) airport instead, so check which one your ticket lists before arranging transport.
How far in advance should I book Budapest to Taipei flights?
Aim to book 2 to 4 months ahead. Fares to Taipei tend to rise as departure approaches, and they climb fastest around Lunar New Year and the summer holidays, so early booking almost always wins on both price and connection choice.
Is it cheaper to fly on weekdays?
Often, yes — midweek departures (Tuesday to Thursday) are usually a little cheaper than Friday–Sunday, and travelling out and back on weekdays can trim a useful amount off a long-haul return. Flexibility of a day or two is one of the simplest ways to lower the fare.
Fare guidance based on aifly.one deal tracking and current airline schedules; last reviewed July 2026. Prices are indicative economy returns and change with demand — always check the live fare before booking.
