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Cheap flights to Budapest from £173

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 5/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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Flights to Budapest in 2024

Find the latest flights to Budapest in 2024, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 928,330 searches and data was last updated on 24 April 2024.

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

January

Average price

£131

Return from

£42

One-way from

£26
High demand for flights, 22% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 5% potential price drop
Average for return flights in April 2024
From London to Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
One-way flight from London to Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl (BUD)

Cheap flights to Budapest in April & May 2024

Discover affordable flights and deals to Budapest in April and May 2024. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 928,330 searches and data was last updated on 24 April 2024.
The deals listed below are some of the cheapest flights available to Budapest in April and May 2024. Deals update frequently so be sure to check back soon if you're not finding what you're looking for.
Mon 6/516:15JFK - BUD
1 stop10h 40mSWISS
Wed 22/520:00BUD - JFK
1 stop22h 45mSWISS
Deal found 22/4£447
Sat 27/418:10JFK - BUD
1 stop11h 00mBritish Airways
Tue 7/514:35BUD - JFK
1 stop13h 20mBritish Airways
Deal found 23/4£452
Wed 8/519:25JFK - BUD
2 stops31h 30mSWISS
Thu 23/509:40BUD - JFK
1 stop12h 50mSWISS
Deal found 23/4£469
Tue 14/507:55JFK - BUD
1 stop11h 00mBritish Airways
Mon 20/514:15BUD - JFK
1 stop12h 50mBritish Airways
Deal found 23/4£472
Tue 7/519:25JFK - BUD
2 stops55h 30mSWISS
Tue 14/514:45BUD - JFK
1 stop28h 00mSWISS
Deal found 23/4£474
Fri 3/520:30JFK - BUD
1 stop16h 45mSWISS
Tue 14/520:00BUD - JFK
2 stops24h 20mSWISS
Deal found 23/4£490
Wed 8/519:25JFK - BUD
2 stops31h 30mSWISS
Thu 23/514:45BUD - JFK
2 stops29h 35mSWISS
Deal found 23/4£492
Tue 7/519:25JFK - BUD
2 stops55h 30mSWISS
Tue 14/514:45BUD - JFK
2 stops29h 35mSWISS
Deal found 23/4£497
Wed 15/514:00JFK - BUD
2 stops14h 50mDelta
Fri 24/511:35BUD - JFK
2 stops15h 20mDelta
Deal found 23/4£498

Budapest 2024 flight deals

Explore flight deals for Budapest in 2024, offering the best prices and options to suit your preferences. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 928,330 searches and data were last updated on 24 April 2024.
The lowest fares on flights travelling to Budapest in April and May 2024. Check back in a little while for more flight options.
Wed 30/1023:45JFK - BUD
1 stop13h 45mBritish Airways
Wed 13/1111:40BUD - JFK
1 stop13h 15mBritish Airways
Deal found 22/4£373
Sun 3/1118:55JFK - BUD
1 stop10h 35mBritish Airways
Wed 13/1111:40BUD - JFK
1 stop13h 15mBritish Airways
Deal found 22/4£382
Wed 30/1023:45JFK - BUD
1 stop13h 45mBritish Airways
Fri 8/1111:40BUD - JFK
1 stop13h 15mBritish Airways
Deal found 22/4£394
Fri 1/1122:35JFK - BUD
1 stop11h 15mBritish Airways
Wed 13/1111:40BUD - JFK
1 stop13h 15mBritish Airways
Deal found 22/4£394
Wed 30/1023:45JFK - BUD
1 stop13h 45mBritish Airways
Sat 9/1112:25BUD - JFK
1 stop11h 50mBritish Airways
Deal found 22/4£411
Fri 1/1122:35JFK - BUD
1 stop11h 15mBritish Airways
Fri 8/1111:40BUD - JFK
1 stop13h 15mBritish Airways
Deal found 22/4£415
Sun 3/1118:55JFK - BUD
1 stop10h 35mBritish Airways
Sun 10/1112:15BUD - JFK
1 stop13h 20mBritish Airways
Deal found 22/4£419
Mon 9/922:55JFK - BUD
1 stop13h 15mFinnair
Wed 25/912:05BUD - JFK
1 stop13h 00mFinnair
Deal found 23/4£430
Tue 5/1118:10JFK - BUD
1 stop10h 25mAustrian Airlines
Mon 11/1116:45BUD - JFK
1 stop27h 40mAustrian Airlines
Deal found 22/4£431

Flights to Budapest departing soon

Discover available last-minute flight options to Budapest, providing immediate availability and potentially lower prices. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 928,330 searches and data was last updated on 24 April 2024.
Browse some of the flights available to Budapest departing last-minute. It's recommended that you verify the details of your last-minute flight before booking.
Fri 3/519:35JFK - BUD
1 stop11h 10mBritish Airways
Tue 14/511:55BUD - JFK
1 stop13h 20mBritish Airways
Deal found 23/4£452
Fri 3/520:30JFK - BUD
1 stop16h 45mSWISS
Tue 14/520:00BUD - JFK
2 stops24h 20mSWISS
Deal found 23/4£490
Fri 3/521:50JFK - BUD
2 stops19h 45mUnited Airlines
Tue 14/508:40BUD - JFK
2 stops17h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 23/4£524
Sat 4/518:15JFK - BUD
2 stops22h 45mBrussels Airlines
Sat 18/518:50BUD - JFK
2 stops24h 10mBrussels Airlines
Deal found 22/4£542
Mon 29/423:15JFK - BUD
1 stop12h 00mBritish Airways
Tue 4/614:35BUD - JFK
1 stop13h 20mBritish Airways
Deal found 23/4£561
Sat 4/520:30JFK - BUD
1 stop16h 45mSWISS
Thu 6/620:00BUD - JFK
1 stop22h 45mSWISS
Deal found 23/4£596
Mon 29/419:35JFK - BUD
1 stop12h 10mBritish Airways
Sun 2/614:15BUD - JFK
1 stop13h 40mBritish Airways
Deal found 23/4£601
Thu 2/521:45JFK - BUD
1 stop10h 40mAustrian Airlines
Tue 4/615:05BUD - JFK
1 stop11h 00mAustrian Airlines
Deal found 23/4£604
Fri 3/507:55JFK - BUD
1 stop11h 15mBritish Airways
Sat 1/613:45BUD - JFK
1 stop13h 20mBritish Airways
Deal found 23/4£621

One-way flights to Budapest

Explore one-way flight options to Budapest for greater flexibility in your travel plans. Find up-to-date pricing and availability for one-way flights. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 928,330 searches and data was last updated on 24 April 2024.
Take a look at some of the one-way flights departing to Budapest in the near future. Book a round-trip flight to Budapest instead by using the search form above.
Sat 5/1018:20JFK - BUD
1 stop20h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 23/4£173
Wed 14/823:55JFK - BUD
1 stop29h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 23/4£223
Fri 30/823:55JFK - BUD
1 stop27h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 23/4£235
Tue 18/623:55JFK - BUD
1 stop32h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 22/4£244
Wed 25/923:55JFK - BUD
1 stop26h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 22/4£245
Tue 18/623:55JFK - BUD
2 stops29h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 22/4£251
Tue 14/518:20JFK - BUD
1 stop19h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 23/4£270
Mon 22/723:55JFK - BUD
1 stop14h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 23/4£292
Tue 18/623:55JFK - BUD
3 stops30h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 22/4£293

Average price of flights to Budapest by month

Plan your trip to Budapest by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight to Budapest is currently £247 while a return flight costs £474. Price data was last updated on 21 April 2024.

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight to Budapest (average of £77). Flying to Budapest in August will prove the most costly (average of £219). There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.

January

£62

February

£90

March

£113

April

£109

May

£104

June

£129

July

£126

August

£177

September

£103

October

£105

November

£83

December

£147

Peak Season:

The city is hot and crowded in July and August, making cheap flights to Budapest very hard to come by without some forward planning and booking your flight tickets early. The lake region is also mobbed with tourists so it can be better to visit outside of the peak of Summer to get the most out of your holiday.

If you’re flying just for the Sziget Festival then make sure to book your flights to Budapest as early as you possibly can as the prices will skyrocket as the dates approach. A great time to visit is Spring and Autumn time, as the weather is still lovely but there are far fewer crowds. You’ll also find cheap flights to Budapest then as well as cheaper accommodation.

Off Season:

It starts to get a lot colder around the middle of December and a lot of tourist attractions and museums close for the season. Unless you’re a fan of cold weather, avoid booking flights to Budapest during December and February as the temperature averages around -6°C and 0°C. You’ll find the cheapest flights to Budapest then though, and if you like the cold then it can be the perfect time to secure your flight tickets.

Temperature and rainfall in Budapest by month

Plan your trip to Budapest by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

BUD

Temperature

0 - 20 °C

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Budapest, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 20.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 0.0 C).

When is the best time to book a flight to Budapest?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight to Budapest. Price data was last updated on 28 January 2024.

If you are hoping to visit in August for the Sziget Festival you will need to book your flights to Budapest well in advance to secure the cheapest flight tickets. The Ballet Festival also takes place then too, making the cost of your flight tickets more expensive without some early planning. You can book your flights to Budapest with less notice if you are planning to visit outside of the peak summer times, with October and November providing cheap flight tickets.

Try to get a window seat on the right hand side of the plane and you’ll be greeted with stunning views of Budapest as you approach the city. Not all airlines offer the spectacular views so it can be a bit of a gamble but ensuring you’re on the right means you have the best chance.

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When is the cheapest time to fly to Budapest?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return to Budapest. Price data was last updated on 21 April 2024.
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Users looking for the lowest fares to Budapest should consider flying on Monday evenings, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travellers will want to avoid Friday mornings, when prices are usually at their highest.
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Reviews of airlines servicing Budapest

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Budapest. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Budapest. Reviews last updated 24 April 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly to Budapest, see what other customers have to say about Ryanair, Eurowings and Wizz Air. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
7.9
Good
1,629 reviews

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.6

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.3

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Departure was late. Plane much too small for an 11 hour flight. One bathroom was out of order in a completely full flight.

7.9
Good
1,629 reviews
7.9
Good
1,629 reviews

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.6

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.3

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Departure was late. Plane much too small for an 11 hour flight. One bathroom was out of order in a completely full flight.

7.8
Good
2,070 reviews
7.9
Good
1,629 reviews

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.6

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.3

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Departure was late. Plane much too small for an 11 hour flight. One bathroom was out of order in a completely full flight.

7.8
Good
1,387 reviews
7.9
Good
1,629 reviews

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.6

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.3

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Departure was late. Plane much too small for an 11 hour flight. One bathroom was out of order in a completely full flight.

7.7
Good
1,095 reviews
7.9
Good
1,629 reviews

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.6

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.3

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Departure was late. Plane much too small for an 11 hour flight. One bathroom was out of order in a completely full flight.

7.6
Good
1,813 reviews
7.9
Good
1,629 reviews

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.6

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.3

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Departure was late. Plane much too small for an 11 hour flight. One bathroom was out of order in a completely full flight.

Budapest insider information

Head to Budapest at the start of August and enjoy one of the best up and coming festivals on offer in Europe. The Sziget Festival is growing each year and is a fantastic event.

One thing to visit whilst you are in Budapest is Memento Park. It’s home to a host of comical statues and can be enjoyed by all the family. No surprises then that it made the top 3 unusual parks list!

Szechenyi Baths is a must-go place when you’re in Budapest. The capital is spoilt for choice when it comes to thermal baths; Szechenyi Baths is the largest medicinal pool in Europe and is surrounded by a palace.

Whilst Hungary might not enter your mind for wine, it hosts an incredible wine festival every year and shouldn’t be missed if you’re in Budapest whilst it’s on.

Budapest airport overview

Located 16km (10 miles) east of Budapest, Budapest Franz Liszt International Airport (BUD) is the largest of Hungary’s five international airports. Renamed in 2011 for the famous Hungarian composer and pianist on the 200th anniversary of his birth, the airport is still popularly known as Budapest Ferihegy International Airport.

The airport is an important hub in Eastern Europe, and flights to Budapest International Airport come from destinations all over the world, including New York, Paris, London, Prague, Berlin, Cairo, Tel Aviv, Amsterdam, Beijing, St Petersburg and Doha. This gateway to Budapest is known for its efficiency, if not its friendliness. If you want fast processing times and short queues, you’ll love the airport – just don’t expect the staff to smile much.

The brand-new SkyCourt provides much-needed entertainment for waiting passengers, and further expansion is on the cards for Budapest Ferihegy, including a business park and hotel with conference facilities, and additional car parks and cargo facilities.

  • How long is the flight to Budapest?

    Flights from London to Budapest – 2 hours 25 minutes Flights from Manchester to Budapest – 2 hours 40 minutes Flights from Birmingham to Budapest – 3 hours 55 minutes Flights from Glasgow to Budapest – 5 hours 05 minutes

  • Which airlines operate flights to Budapest?

    There are a host of airlines that operate cheap flights to Budapest, however the main few are Ryanair, Norwegian, easyJet and Wizz Air. They are all rather budget airlines, so securing cheap flight tickets isn’t too difficult, that said though Ryanair do add on a hefty fee for checked in luggage during the peak of Summer, so it’s worth checking if another airlines comes out cheaper after this fee. A benefit of choosing to fly with Norwegian is that they provide complimentary WiFi throughout their flights.

  • How to get from the airport to the city centre?

    You can get the number 200E bus from Terminal 2 to the metro station anytime between 4:00am and 23:00PM, and then jump on the metro line M3 towards Újpest Központ to reach the city center. In the arrivals you’ll find a BKK booth where you can get all of the information you need and also buy your tickets. You can either buy enough tickets to get you to the center or a special pass that lets you use thermal baths, enter museums and gives you unlimited travel. If you’re not planning to leave your hotel much then just go for the basic tickets. You can also get a private minibus service from the arrivals section of the airport. Whilst these are more expensive and can ultimately take longer due to all of the door-to-door stops they do, they save a lot of hassle because you don’t have to carry your luggage around with you between buses and the metro.

  • What does BUD mean?

    BUD is a unique code, commonly called an IATA code, used in the aviation industry to identify airports. This code, along with many others, are defined by IATA (International Air Transport Association). A BUD flight refers to a flight to Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl Airport.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Budapest?

    Booking a flight to Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl (BUD) is your only option if you intend on flying to Budapest. It is only a 10.3 mi journey from Ferenc Liszt Intl to Budapest’s city center. On average, Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl has 11 flights from London per day from 13 airlines.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Budapest if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Budapest on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Budapest?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Ryanair is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Budapest.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Budapest?

    Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl Airport is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Budapest. One-way flights to Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl Airport typically cost £12, while return flights cost around £23.

  • How much is a return flight to Budapest?

    A return flight to Budapest will typically cost around £76, however they can be found for as little as £28.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Budapest depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Budapest, London offers the quickest one-way flight (2 hours 25 minutes).

  • Does Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl Airport have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl Airport can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl Airport?

    Yes. Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl Airport has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. ibis Styles Budapest Airport is the closest property to Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl Airport (0.0 mi away from Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl Airport).

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