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Cheapest return flight
€69
Typical prices: €158-€289
Ryanair
Fri 23/11Tue 27/11
SNN - BUD • Direct
Cheapest one-way flight
€36
Typical prices: €88-€193
Ryanair
Wed 31/1
DUB - BUD • Direct
Direct flights
You can fly direct with Ryanair and Aer Lingus. Average duration is 2h 58m
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Most flights • 12 per week
Best reviews • 7.8 score
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Cheapest • 20% average savings
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 12 weeks in advance save around 47% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 46% price drop
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Cheap Flights to Budapest

 
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent return flight deals to Budapest

Mon, 23 Nov - Fri, 27 Nov
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05:45 - 09:50SNN  Shannon-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
3h 05mdirect
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12:15 - 14:30BUD  Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-SNN Shannon
3h 15mdirect
€69Ryanair
Mon, 30 Nov - Wed, 2 Dec
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17:40 - 21:35DUB  Dublin-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
2h 55mdirect
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08:00 - 10:10BUD  Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-DUB Dublin
3h 10mdirect
€81Ryanair
Mon, 23 Nov - Wed, 25 Nov
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10:30 - 14:25DUB  Dublin-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
2h 55mdirect
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08:00 - 10:10BUD  Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-DUB Dublin
3h 10mdirect
€83Ryanair
Mon, 14 Dec - Mon, 21 Dec
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:00 - 20:15DUB  Dublin-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
9h 15m1 stop Milan Malpensa
Multiple Airlines Logo
14:25 - 00:30BUD  Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-DUB Dublin
11h 05m1 stop Milan Malpensa
€94Multiple Airlines
Mon, 14 Dec - Mon, 21 Dec
Multiple Airlines Logo
19:00 - 07:50DUB  Dublin-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
11h 50m1 stop Milan Malpensa
Multiple Airlines Logo
14:25 - 00:30BUD  Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-DUB Dublin
11h 05m1 stop Milan Malpensa
€96Multiple Airlines
Sat, 12 Dec - Tue, 15 Dec
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18:30 - 07:50DUB  Dublin-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
12h 20m1 stop Milan Malpensa
Multiple Airlines Logo
08:25 - 10:35BUD  Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-DUB Dublin
3h 10mdirect
€100Multiple Airlines
Thu, 7 Jan - Sun, 10 Jan
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09:10 - 21:20DUB  Dublin-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
11h 10m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Munich Franz Josef Strauss
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11:40 - 16:30BUD  Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-DUB Dublin
5h 50m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
€228Lufthansa
Thu, 7 Jan - Mon, 11 Jan
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09:10 - 21:20DUB  Dublin-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
11h 10m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Munich Franz Josef Strauss
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09:55 - 16:30BUD  Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-DUB Dublin
7h 35m2 stops Munich Franz Josef Strauss Frankfurt am Main
€250Lufthansa
Sun, 13 Dec - Tue, 15 Dec
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06:15 - 10:15DUB  Dublin-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
3h 00mdirect
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10:55 - 13:10BUD  Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-DUB Dublin
3h 15mdirect
€270Aer Lingus
Sun, 13 Dec - Mon, 14 Dec
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06:15 - 10:15DUB  Dublin-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
3h 00mdirect
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10:40 - 12:55BUD  Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-DUB Dublin
3h 15mdirect
€286Aer Lingus
Booking Insights

Price, demand, and travel trends for flights to Budapest

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

What is the cheapest flight to Budapest?

Shannon to Budapest is the cheapest route at €69 return, found in the past 5 days on KAYAK. Dublin to Budapest is the most popular connection with return deals from €81.

How much is a flight to Budapest?

On average, a return flight from Ireland to Budapest costs €212, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months. Return fares from Shannon average €172, while Dublin runs a bit higher at €213.

What is the cheapest day to fly to Budapest?

Monday is the cheapest day to fly to Budapest at €174 return on average over the past 12 months on KAYAK. Saturday is the most expensive at €272.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Budapest?

•February is the cheapest month to fly to Budapest with an average price of €114 return.
•July (€286) and August (€254) are the most expensive.

Based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly to Budapest?

Night flights to Budapest are the cheapest at €143 return on average. Morning flights are the most expensive at €225.

What is a good deal for flights to Budapest?

Flights under €158 are considered a good deal. 25% of KAYAK users found return flights to Budapest at or below these prices, with the lowest fares from:
•Shannon €102
•Cork €152.

When are flights to Budapest the cheapest?

Flights to Budapest are cheapest 12 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 47% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for flights to Budapest

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

€36
Beat the crowds with an average 27% drop in travellers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 36% increase in travellers.
One-way flight from Dublin to Budapest

When to book flights to Budapest

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel to Budapest based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your questions about flights to Budapest, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

  • How do I know if a flight to Budapest is a good deal?

    A good deal on a flight to Budapest is around €158 return. This fare is in the lowest 25% of return flight prices searched on KAYAK, averaged across the cities most often searched as origins by KAYAK users.

  • How long are direct flights to Budapest from different departure cities?

    Direct flight time to Budapest varies depending on your departure city:

    • From Dublin: 2h 55m
    • From Shannon: 3h 05m

  • How expensive are last-minute flights to Budapest?

    Last-minute fares to Budapest (booked within two weeks of departure) are typically 52% higher than the average return fare of €212.

  • What is the difference between the most popular and the most frequent airline at Budapest?

    Ryanair operates the most flights from Ireland to Budapest at 12 per week, and for this route Ryanair is also the airline most often selected by KAYAK users searching for flights from Ireland to Budapest. The two are sometimes different because flight volume reflects an airline's schedule, while popularity reflects traveller choice.

  • Which airlines should I consider for flights to Budapest?

  • How many flights serve Budapest?

    Budapest receives 2 flights per day and 15 per week from across the world. Dublin has the most flights to Budapest with 14 weekly flights.

Your guide to booking Budapest flights

From booking to airport arrival, find tips to help you plan your flight with more confidence.
  • For the best chance at a low fare to Budapest, book around 12 weeks before departure. Based on KAYAK data from the last 12 months, fares are historically about 47% lower during this window than last-minute fares.
  • For flights to Budapest, a good return fare is around €158. If you find a fare below that, you're getting a strong deal.
  • If your travel dates are flexible, consider flying to Budapest in February. Return fares historically average €114, making February the cheapest month to travel based on KAYAK data from the last 12 months.
  • Before you book:

    • Check the route's typical price range so you can spot a deal.
    • Confirm baggage fees and seat selection costs on budget carriers.
    • Verify whether you need any travel documents beyond an ID.
    • Pick a departure airport, since your nearest may not be the cheapest origin.
  • Shift your departure to evening to save up to €82 on a return flight. Evening flights to Budapest average €143 compared to €225 for morning flights.
  • Bag allowances vary by airline, fare type, cabin class, and route. On flights to Budapest, some airlines may include bags at no extra cost. For example, Ryanair includes a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class, while Aer Lingus includes a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class. Always check the fare details before booking, since bag policies can change by ticket type.
  • Once you arrive in Budapest, a few great places to start are Vörösmarty tér, Buda Castle, and Puskás Aréna. These are popular with first-time visitors and can give you a good feel for the area.

Reviews of the top 3 airlines flying to Budapest

 
Need help choosing which airline to fly with to Budapest? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
7.3
Aer LingusOverall score based on 1868 reviews
7.5Boarding
7.1Entertainment
6.7Food
7.2Comfort
8.1Crew
Airline reviews

The staff on the flight were utterly brilliant; there was a young man who was particularly exceptional. Boarding was quick and seamless, and service was great! Seats were fab, as was the entertainment and its ease of access

10.0 ExcellentJessica, Oct 2026
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The staff on the flight were utterly brilliant; there was a young man who was particularly exceptional. Boarding was quick and seamless, and service was great! Seats were fab, as was the entertainment and its ease of access

i’m The staff on my flight were amazing as always, beautiful professional staff, they do amazing job. the food ? room for improvement

The agents at the boarding desk were not very helpful, however the hostesses on board the flight were great, the food was ok, and there were lots for choices for entertainment. I was stuck in an middle row seat which was a pain on a full flight, but otherwise the flight was great.

The man in front of me reclined the entire flight, including during meals, which was aggravating. My screen had issues with brightness and kept flickering in and out.

Still some confusion about my baggage which was disconcerting. It was nice that there was extra space on the flight for comfort reasons. Staff very friendly

Everything was smooth and the meal was delicious. I really appreciated that Aer Lingus still offers complimentary beverages, food, luggage and headphones. It was nice that the main meal also featured some items typical to Ireland including the wheaten bread and Kerrygold butter. I generally found the flight a quite relaxing and enjoyable experience.

The seats are so close that you have 0 room to move. Not acceptable for an 11 hour flight.

Easy process you definitely need 3 hours to get on board from Fuminchino airport

Very quick flight, efficient boarding, and clear and thorough instructions and attention from staff.

Amazing, not too crowded, great temp and the meal was good

I liked that the queuing was very quick and boarding was easy

Usual slick event. All the basics covered well. On time, plane full.

flight delay was announced after passengers were staged to board the flight. Communication regarding subsequent gate changes was poor.

Although our departure (DUB) was slightly delayed we reached our destination (LBA) ahead of schedule. The price was very competitive too (around €100 return). Plus, the departure times for both legs were very good: 13:05 and 15:10, respectively. I gave a neutral rating for Food and Entertainment because I didn't avail of either.

Just pushing back from gate now. Boarded into fourth aircraft with 13 hour delay to scheduled departure. Crappy experience.

Notified as to why there’s a delay with our flight.

From boarding to disembarking, the whole operation was very efficient.

They boarded us but somehow did not manage to record us boarding, so rather than check if we were onboard they removed our bags from the aircraft. I got a call from Ryanair staff in Dublin when I landed in Madiera asking me where I was!!! When I said I was in Madiera I was told what had happened. Our bags were to be sent to Madiera the next day via Manchester, they didn’t arrive. They are now due to arrive two days before we leave. I don’t see myself using Ryanair again unless I am forced to and even then I may just refuse.

Flight was over an hour late. Boarding was really messy with long queues at the plane.

Cabin crew couldn’t be less interested. Cabin manager was the most arrogant and the rudest I’ve encountered in many years.

We exited from a plane from LAX TO MUC containing 853 passengers. Passport control was packed and very slow as they fingerprinted and photgraphed everyone. After finally getting though we ran to the gate listed on our boarding pass. We made it just as boarding was suppost to begin. No one was there. We started running again and found a Lufthansa gate open and spoke with them. We were told the gate had changed and they called the correct gate that we were coming. We started running again, but needed to wait for the train to get to the correct terminal. Running again we made it to the gate. The plane was still there but they said it was too late. So we went to the Lufthansa help desk, they told us it was our fault for missing our flight and that if we didn't buy a new ticket from them for €256 each our return trip to the states would be cancelled. Needless to say this was very disapointing to find out on the day before Christmas that we had to pay an extra €512 to complete our trip we had already paid $3344 for. We were left with no choice. No Christmas spirit there. Unhappy custumers.

The staff were so very cheerful and happy! It really made my day to encounter such chipper folks throughout my journey

Took a long time to board. A long wait at the but taking us to the plain

We boarded the plane and waited for 30 minutes ultimately for them to cancel the flight due to engineering issues.

Love the little chocolate bars, and consumer rights in EU regarding stepped refunds when flights are delayed.

Actual flight was smooth but we were delayed 70 minutes. Were promised to make it up to us but were given no refreshments

Slightly delayed but still a more comfortable experience to take a real airline instead of a budget one.

Staff was rude in business class. Luggage was damaged and nothing was done about it airlines.

We were helped whenever needed and had a pleasant flight.

This was a terrible flight. Crowded flight. Difficult boarding. Our bags were lost and never made it to Budapest. Here with no bags, and unsure if we will get them. Terrible flight. Will avoid Lufthansa and Frankfort in the future.

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