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September 20 - October 6

Cheapest

Earliest

DTW - Budapest

$915

$681

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October 7 - October 21

Best

DTW - Budapest

$959

$691

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October 19 - October 28

Best

DTW - Budapest

$970

$695

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October 4 - October 16

DTW - Budapest

$934

$695

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October 13 - October 27

Best

DTW - Budapest

$964

$696

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October 14 - October 28

Best

DTW - Budapest

$964

$696

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November 10 - November 24

Best

DTW - Budapest

$953

$696

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November 11 - November 25

Best

DTW - Budapest

$954

$696

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November 3 - November 17

Best

DTW - Budapest

$955

$697

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October 6 - October 20

DTW - Budapest

$959

$699

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Insights for flights from Detroit to Budapest

For travelers looking for cheap flights from Detroit to Budapest, September stands out as the most affordable month, with a median fare of $411. October is also a strong contender, offering a median fare of $415. Even in April, you can find flights with a median of $960, making these months generally more budget-friendly for this route.

Fares for flights from Detroit to Budapest typically range from $960–$1294, with a median of $1069. Right now, fares are significantly below the typical level for this route. Only 1% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that finding exceptional deals can be challenging. New deals for this route are infrequent — a price alert helps to catch them.

When considering how long is the flight from Detroit to Budapest, a typical journey takes about 42h 40m, including connections. This is because most itineraries connect at least once, as 0% of recent fares were for direct flights from Detroit to Budapest. Most connecting itineraries involve 4 stopovers, which contributes to the extended travel time.

The route from Detroit to Budapest covers a distance of 7486 km, classifying it as a long-haul journey. This considerable distance means that travel typically involves multiple legs and extended flight durations.

How much is a round trip from Detroit to Budapest

Regular price: $781 - $1,427

Prices for flights from Detroit to Budapest are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Detroit to Budapest is $781 to $1427. The current lowest deal is $681 with Turkish Airlines, for travel from Sep 20 to Oct 6.

now $681

Low $781

High $1,427

The cheapest time to fly from Detroit to Budapest

The cheapest month to fly from Detroit to Budapest is September, with a median price of $411. The most expensive month is June, with a median price of $1404. Prices are generally lower from March to October.

September

Cheapest

Flights from $411

June

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,404

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Direct flights from Detroit to Budapest

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Last-minute flights going from Detroit to Budapest

Sun, Jul 12

⌛ Last-Minute

DTW - Budapest

Detroit (DTW) - Budapest (BUD)

Frontier Airlines

$1,001

$789

One-way

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

DTW - Budapest

Detroit (DTW) - Budapest (BUD)

Frontier Airlines

$922

$776

One-way

Sun, Aug 2

⌛ Last-Minute

DTW - Budapest

Detroit (DTW) - Budapest (BUD)

Frontier Airlines

$942

$772

One-way

Tue, Aug 4

⌛ Last-Minute

DTW - Budapest

Detroit (DTW) - Budapest (BUD)

Frontier Airlines

$943

$777

One-way

Wed, Aug 5

⌛ Last-Minute

DTW - Budapest

Detroit (DTW) - Budapest (BUD)

Frontier Airlines

$942

$775

One-way

Sat, Aug 8

⌛ Last-Minute

DTW - Budapest

Detroit (DTW) - Budapest (BUD)

Frontier Airlines

$943

$805

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Detroit to Budapest

14 nights

Dec 11 - Dec 25

$1,240 → $724

42%

14 nights

Dec 9 - Dec 23

$1,233 → $744

40%

14 nights

Dec 2 - Dec 16

$1,231 → $767

38%

14 nights

Dec 3 - Dec 17

$1,231 → $783

36%

Popular Airports to fly from Detroit to Budapest

Detroit - Budapest route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares for Detroit to Budapest are below the typical level, with deals around $681.

📅 Best time to fly

September is historically cheapest at $411

Historically, September is the cheapest month to fly from Detroit to Budapest, with a median price of $411.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights average 42h 40m

Flights from Detroit to Budapest typically involve connections, with a median duration of 42h 40m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant on this route

There are no direct flights; connecting flights are dominant, with a median of 4 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Turkish Airlines offers many deals

Turkish Airlines has offered 54 deals, making it a frequent option for this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are rare for this route

Deals for flights from Detroit to Budapest are rare, averaging 0.13 deals per day.

Detroit main airports to depart from

Detroit Metropolitan (DTW)

Cheapest

Detroit Metropolitan is a great option for flights from Detroit to Budapest, offering competitive prices.

📍 ~30 km from Detroit (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$681

Budapest main airports to arrive at

Budapest Ferenc Liszt International (BUD)

Cheapest

Fly into Budapest Ferenc Liszt International for direct access to Budapest from Detroit.

📍 ~16 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$681

Airports nearby Budapest used as alternative

Vienna International Airport (VIE)

Vienna International Airport offers an extensive route network and excellent rail and bus connections to Budapest.

📍 ~210 km from Budapest (reachable by car, train, or bus)

💸 Flights from ~$695

Bratislava Airport (BTS)

Bratislava Airport is a close international alternative with simple road access and a manageable terminal.

📍 ~190 km from Budapest (reachable by car or bus)

💸 Flights from ~$712

John Paul II International Airport Kraków–Balice (KRK)

Cheapest

John Paul II International Airport Kraków–Balice provides a large selection of low-cost carrier routes and modern facilities.

📍 ~290 km from Budapest (reachable by car or bus)

💸 Flights from ~$656

Zagreb (ZAG)

Zagreb Airport is a capital city airport with full-service carrier presence and direct highway connection from Budapest.

📍 ~310 km from Budapest (reachable by car or bus)

💸 Flights from ~$713

Košice International (KSC)

Košice International is a regional option with good connectivity for Eastern Europe, located within the Schengen area.

📍 ~260 km from Budapest (reachable by car or bus)

💸 Flights from ~$803

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Budapest

Budapest, Hungary

67% AI deal score

$7,059

From DTW

Elite

Aug 01

Budapest, Hungary

66% AI deal score

$8,309

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Budapest

To find more affordable flights, consider being flexible with your travel dates and times. Comparing prices across different airlines and booking sites can often reveal better deals. Setting up price alerts may also notify you when fares drop for your desired route.

Booking in advance is often recommended, as prices can increase closer to the departure date. However, last-minute deals can sometimes appear, so monitoring fares is key. There isn't a single best time, but rather a window that may offer better value.

Comparing nearby airports can sometimes lead to more economical flight options. While it may add to your ground travel, the potential savings on airfare can be significant. Always weigh the cost of the flight against the convenience and expense of additional transportation.

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Insights for flights from Detroit to Budapest

How much is a round trip from Detroit to Budapest

The cheapest time to fly from Detroit to Budapest

Direct flights from Detroit to Budapest

Last-minute flights going from Detroit to Budapest

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Detroit to Budapest

Popular Airports to fly from Detroit to Budapest

Detroit - Budapest route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

September is historically cheapest at $411

Connecting flights average 42h 40m

Connecting flights are dominant on this route

Turkish Airlines offers many deals

Deals are rare for this route

Detroit main airports to depart from

Budapest main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Budapest used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Budapest

Best Elite deals to Budapest

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Budapest

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