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Cheap flights to Budapest from $904

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 10/7. 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 605,443 searches and data was last updated on 26 April 2024.

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$2,611

Return from

$1,142

One-way from

$904
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From Sydney Kingsford Smith to Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
One-way flight from Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) 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 605,443 searches and data was last updated on 26 April 2024.
Check out some of the flights available from low prices to Budapest in April and May 2024. Prices refresh often so be sure to come back soon for more deals.
Tue 28/511:00SYD - BUD
1 stop29h 05mChina Eastern
Fri 31/512:30BUD - SYD
1 stop40h 05mChina Eastern
Deal found 24/4$1,379
Tue 28/511:00SYD - BUD
1 stop29h 05mChina Eastern
Fri 31/512:30BUD - SYD
1 stop36h 30mChina Eastern
Deal found 25/4$1,380
Fri 3/507:55SYD - BUD
1 stop42h 10mKorean Air
Mon 9/1219:35BUD - SYD
1 stop25h 20mKorean Air
Deal found 26/4$1,687
Thu 2/508:15SYD - BUD
2 stops41h 55mMultiple Airlines
Mon 9/1219:15BUD - SYD
2 stops49h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/4$1,827
Wed 1/520:55SYD - BUD
2 stops34h 40mMultiple Airlines
Mon 9/1211:15BUD - SYD
2 stops36h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/4$1,844
Tue 30/420:55SYD - BUD
2 stops34h 40mMultiple Airlines
Mon 9/1211:15BUD - SYD
2 stops36h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/4$1,845
Mon 6/511:00SYD - BUD
1 stop29h 05mMultiple Airlines
Mon 9/1212:50BUD - SYD
2 stops59h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/4$1,850
Tue 28/514:05SYD - BUD
2 stops28h 20mLufthansa
Fri 31/511:10BUD - SYD
2 stops35h 05mLufthansa
Deal found 25/4$1,888
Mon 6/511:00SYD - BUD
1 stop29h 05mMultiple Airlines
Mon 9/1206:55BUD - SYD
3 stops29h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/4$1,904

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 605,443 searches and data were last updated on 26 April 2024.
Check out some of the best flight deals to Budapest in 2024. Check back in a little while for more flight options.
Sat 13/711:00SYD - BUD
1 stop29h 05mChina Eastern
Sat 10/812:30BUD - SYD
1 stop36h 30mChina Eastern
Deal found 24/4$1,359
Mon 22/720:30SYD - BUD
1 stop43h 35mChina Eastern
Thu 22/812:30BUD - SYD
3 stops35h 10mChina Eastern
Deal found 24/4$1,360
Thu 18/711:00SYD - BUD
1 stop29h 05mChina Eastern
Thu 15/812:30BUD - SYD
3 stops35h 10mChina Eastern
Deal found 24/4$1,362
Tue 3/911:00SYD - BUD
1 stop29h 05mChina Eastern
Thu 12/912:30BUD - SYD
3 stops35h 10mChina Eastern
Deal found 24/4$1,366
Thu 27/611:00SYD - BUD
1 stop29h 05mChina Eastern
Thu 18/712:30BUD - SYD
3 stops35h 10mChina Eastern
Deal found 25/4$1,374
Tue 28/511:00SYD - BUD
1 stop29h 05mChina Eastern
Fri 31/512:30BUD - SYD
1 stop40h 05mChina Eastern
Deal found 24/4$1,379
Tue 28/511:00SYD - BUD
1 stop29h 05mChina Eastern
Fri 31/512:30BUD - SYD
1 stop36h 30mChina Eastern
Deal found 25/4$1,380
Mon 3/611:00SYD - BUD
1 stop29h 05mChina Eastern
Wed 26/612:30BUD - SYD
1 stop40h 05mChina Eastern
Deal found 25/4$1,455
Wed 17/711:00SYD - BUD
1 stop29h 05mChina Eastern
Tue 13/812:30BUD - SYD
2 stops35h 10mChina Eastern
Deal found 24/4$1,520

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 605,443 searches and data was last updated on 26 April 2024.
Consider booking one of these one-way flights heading to Budapest. Book a round-trip flight to Budapest instead by using the search form above.
Wed 10/711:00SYD - BUD
1 stop29h 05mChina Eastern
Deal found 25/4$904
Wed 10/720:30SYD - BUD
2 stops35h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4$956
Wed 10/707:40SYD - BUD
3 stops47h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4$975
Thu 19/908:15SYD - BUD
2 stops41h 55mJapan Airlines
Deal found 25/4$1,075
Thu 19/911:00SYD - BUD
3 stops35h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4$1,240

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 $1,030 while a return flight costs $1,814. Price data was last updated on 21 April 2024.

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight to Budapest (average of $1,202). Flying to Budapest in December will prove the most costly (average of $1,665). There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.

January

$2,165

February

$2,031

March

$1,845

April

$1,925

May

$2,255

June

$2,289

July

$2,524

August

$2,482

September

$2,538

October

$2,137

November

$2,185

December

$2,556

Budapest is the capital of Hungary, divided by the Danube into Buda (right bank) and Pest (left bank) used to be, along with Vienna, the joint imperial capital of the Austro-Hungarian Hapsburg Empire. Visitors book flights to Budapest because the city caters for a variety of travellers, from architecture of historical significance, to over 100 hot springs, lakes, tournaments and a major music festival.

Peak Season

July and August are the peak season for visitors booking flights to Budapest. The city is hot and crowded and the lake region is mobbed.

For those looking for a party-filled week, Sziget Festival is the perfect event. Combining well-known international artists, with the best Hungarian bands and rising stars, it’s no wonder the festival attracts around 400,000 visitors from all over the world. The festival takes place in August onÓbuda Island in Budapest.

The Formula 1 Hungarian Grand Prix is held at the Hungaroring Grand Prix Circuit every year, during the month of July. Crowds of people flock to the area to spot famous F1 faces and catch a glimpse of the action. Ensure that you book your flight to Budapest well in advance to get the best deal as demand and prices for flights and hotels rise during this period.

Off Season

Mid-December is when it starts to get cold and many museums and tourist attractions close for the season. December through February temperatures are usually between -6 and 0. It snows frequently, but the snowfall is light. The off seasons offers great opportunities to find cheap flights due to a general decrease in demand.

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.
The price you pay for your flight to Budapest may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 66 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.
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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 at midday, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travellers will want to avoid Thursday evenings, 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 26 April 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown Japan Airlines, China Eastern and Qantas Airways to Budapest to help guide your decision. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.3
Very Good
1,483 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Food

7.9

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

No food was offered except a snack from Chicago ORD to LAX

8.3
Very Good
1,483 reviews
8.3
Very Good
1,483 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Food

7.9

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

No food was offered except a snack from Chicago ORD to LAX

8.1
Very Good
4,066 reviews
8.3
Very Good
1,483 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Food

7.9

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

No food was offered except a snack from Chicago ORD to LAX

7.9
Good
1,628 reviews
8.3
Very Good
1,483 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Food

7.9

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

No food was offered except a snack from Chicago ORD to LAX

7.7
Good
4,468 reviews
8.3
Very Good
1,483 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Food

7.9

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

No food was offered except a snack from Chicago ORD to LAX

7.3
Good
1,386 reviews
8.3
Very Good
1,483 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Food

7.9

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

No food was offered except a snack from Chicago ORD to LAX

Budapest climate

Budapest has long, warm, humid summers (May – Mid-September) and short, cold winters (November – March). The city averages more sunshine per year than any other European city, between April and the end of September, there are about ten hours of sun per day. Spring and autumn are beautiful here, as is the summer. Early April marks the beginning of spring, and by May the temperature can reach 21 degrees. Both spring and autumn are glorious in Budapest, with plenty to see and do. May through June and late August through September are the best times to find cheap flights to Budapest and visit as the weather is excellent. Summer can be quite warm and humid with temperatures in the high 20s. It stays warm until October. 

Getting around Budapest

Hungary’s capital is divided in two by the river, but both Buda and Pest are easy to get around. Buses, trams and trains are both affordable and dependable. The metro works on an “honour system”. Validate your ticket when you board, or risk paying a large fine. (It’s not a risk worth taking. There are plenty of transport police and they’re strict when it comes to dishing out fines.)

Getting from the Airport

Flying to Budapest is convenient, the city has an airport (BUD). On departing flights you will find buses to the city centre departing every 30 minutes, and there is an airport minibus service that takes passengers to any destination in the city as soon as the bus is full. Tickets can be purchased in the Arrival Hall at the Airport Minibus counter. Express bus runs to the nearest metro station, or taxis are available from the taxi stand.

What is good to know if travelling to Budapest?

  • Budapest is the city of spas and there are a total of 118 hot springs in the city, which feed more than a dozen baths. Two of the oldest are the Kiraly Baths, on which building work began in 1565, and the Rudas Medicinal Baths. Both were open only to men until 2005, but there are now women only days available as well. Ensure you check before you visit for the correct days…
  • Not quite as old, but often more popular with tourists are the three big baths in the centre of town: the Gellert baths in Buda (attached to the Gellert hotel and built in 1918), the Lukacs Medicinal Baths, also in Buda, and the Szechenyi Baths, possibly the most famous, located on the Pest side of the city. The Gellert has a total of nine medicinal pools, so is the place to come for the full spa experience, while the latter two have some wonderful outdoor swimming pools and are therefore more appealing in summer months.
  • Hungarian cuisine might not be the first thing to come to mind when you’re thinking of fine dining, but the ever-popular goulash is a local dish worth trying. Goulash is, contrary to popular belief, a thick soup rather than a stew, and is a warming and heartening meal on cold winter evenings.
  • A city on the banks of the Danube, Budapest has many spectacular bridges. For a view of many of them, take a walk up Gellert hill. From the highest point, the Citadella, you can see stunning views of the Danube stretching out in both directions.
  • The hill is also home to the Gellert Hill Cave, which housed a chapel until it was banned by the Communist regime in 1951. Restored in 1992, the chapel is now open for visits.
  • Why Visit?

    Budapest World Heritage sites include the banks of the Danube, Buda Castle Quarter, Andrássy Avenue and Millennium Underground railway. Budapest (and Hungary), is known for thermal springs, many of them in baths and spas. The Szechenyi baths are the most famous, a glorious yellow confection with arches, columns and mosaics. The Szechenyi Chain Bridge, which links Buda and Pest, resembles the Hammersmith Bridge in London (it was built by the same man, Adam Clark) and the Hungarian Parliament Building, all Gothic Revival with spiky spires, is modelled on the Houses of Parliament. Not only is it Hungary’s largest building, it is where St Stephen’s Crown, symbol of Hungarian statehood for more than 1,000 years, is kept. Another part of Hungary’s first Christian king, his right hand, is in St. Stephen’s Basilica. Café culture has always been popular, particularly in Pest where influential artists like Gulácsy would have sipped Turkish coffee. In the north east of Pest, you’ll find a remnant of Hungary’s soviet occupation called Sculpture Park, a place where soviet sculptures from all over Hungary were dragged and displayed to serve as a reminder of a dark period of history and its idiosyncratic aesthetics.

  • What does BUD mean?

    This is defined as Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl Airport (BUD). Codes like BUD are often used to just call airports uniquely.

  • 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 16.5 km journey from Ferenc Liszt Intl to Budapest’s city centre.

  • 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, Air China 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 $41, while return flights cost around $108.

  • How much is a return flight to Budapest?

    A return flight to Budapest will typically cost around $293, however they can be found for as little as $70.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Budapest depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Budapest, Perth offers the quickest one-way flight (26 hours 55 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 km away from Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl Airport).

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