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November 10 - December 8

Cheapest

LTN - Budapest

$96

$68

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November 10 - December 2

Cheapest

LTN - Budapest

$96

$68

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July 7 - July 15

Best

STN - Budapest

$186

$71

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July 1 - July 15

Earliest

STN - Budapest

$173

$73

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July 1 - July 8

Best

Earliest

STN - Budapest

$191

$73

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October 15 - October 17

STN - Budapest

$166

$75

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October 2 - October 17

STN - Budapest

$137

$75

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October 3 - October 17

STN - Budapest

$139

$75

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October 14 - October 17

STN - Budapest

$166

$75

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October 10 - October 17

Best

STN - Budapest

$158

$75

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Insights for flights from London to Budapest

A meaningful share of flights from London to Budapest are non-stop, with 40.7% of recent fares being direct. For itineraries that include connections, the typical number of stopovers is 2. This means that while you can find direct flights from London to Budapest, many travelers will encounter routes with at least one stop.

If you are looking for cheap flights from London to Budapest, fares typically range from $71–$288, with a median price of $118. Right now, current fares are significantly above the typical level for this route. Approximately 21% of recent fares were classified as a good price, and new deals appear almost daily, making it beneficial to monitor prices.

When is the cheapest time to fly from London to Budapest? The most affordable month to fly is typically January, with a median fare of $49. Other inexpensive months include April, with a median of $95, and November, where the median fare is $96.

How long is the flight from London to Budapest? A typical journey from London to Budapest takes approximately 6h 45m, including connections. This duration accounts for both direct and connecting itineraries, reflecting the overall travel time you can expect for this route.

The distance between London and Budapest is 1491 kilometers, classifying this as a short-haul route. This distance generally translates to shorter travel times compared to medium or long-haul flights, even with potential connections.

How much is a round trip from London to Budapest

Regular price: $69 - $318

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from London to Budapest is between $69 and $318. The current lowest deal is $68 with Wizz Air, for travel from Nov 10-Dec 8.

now $68

Low $69

High $318

The cheapest time to fly from London to Budapest

The cheapest month to fly from London to Budapest is January, with a median price of $49. The most expensive month is August, with a median price of $467. Prices are generally lower from January to November.

January

Cheapest

Flights from $49

August

Most Expensive

Flights from $467

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Direct flights from London to Budapest

Ryanair

Last-minute flights going from London to Budapest

Wed, Jun 17

⌛ Last-Minute

STN - Budapest

London (STN) - Budapest (BUD)

Ryanair

$421

$120

One-way

Thu, Jun 18

⌛ Last-Minute

STN - Budapest

London (STN) - Budapest (BUD)

Jet2.com

$382

$136

One-way

Sun, Jun 21

⌛ Last-Minute

STN - Budapest

London (STN) - Budapest (BUD)

Jet2.com

$412

$136

One-way

Mon, Jun 22

⌛ Last-Minute

STN - Budapest

London (STN) - Budapest (BUD)

Ryanair

$394

$99

One-way

Tue, Jun 23

⌛ Last-Minute

STN - Budapest

London (STN) - Budapest (BUD)

Ryanair

$384

$94

One-way

Tue, Jun 23

⌛ Last-Minute

STN - Budapest

London (STN) - Budapest (BUD)

Ryanair

$348

$99

One-way

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

2 nights

Aug 3 - Aug 5

$457 → $89

81%

3 nights

Aug 3 - Aug 6

$454 → $96

79%

4 nights

Aug 3 - Aug 7

$454 → $99

78%

2 nights

Aug 5 - Aug 7

$457 → $105

77%

Popular Airports to fly from London to Budapest

London - Budapest route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are near the typical level.

Recent fares from London to Budapest are near the typical level of $118.

📅 Best time to fly

January is historically the cheapest month to fly.

Historically, January is the cheapest with a median price of $49.

⏱️ Flight duration

Flights typically take 6h 45m.

The typical flight duration from London to Budapest is 6h 45m, covering 1491 km.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Ryanair offers direct flights.

Ryanair offers direct flights on this route, with deals appearing frequently.

🏆 Airline highlight

Wizz Air offers a recent deal for $68.

A recent deal from Wizz Air to Budapest was found for $68.

🎯 Booking tip

21% of deals are considered good prices.

Historically, 21% of deals for this route are considered good prices.

London main airports to depart from

Luton (LTN)

Cheapest

Luton Airport offers a budget-friendly option for flights from London to Budapest.

📍 ~45 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$68

Gatwick (LGW)

Gatwick Airport provides another convenient choice for your journey from London to Budapest.

📍 ~40 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$98

Heathrow (LHR)

Heathrow Airport is a major hub, offering many flight options from London to Budapest.

📍 ~25 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$183

London City (LCY)

London City Airport is a good option for travelers seeking flights from London to Budapest.

📍 ~10 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$255

London Southend (SEN)

London Southend Airport is an alternative departure point for flights to Budapest.

📍 ~60 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$78

London Stansted (STN)

London Stansted Airport offers competitive prices for flights from London to Budapest.

📍 ~50 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$73

Budapest main airports to arrive at

Budapest Ferenc Liszt International (BUD)

Cheapest

Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport is a good arrival choice for flights from London to Budapest.

📍 ~16 km from Budapest city center (reachable by car or public transport).

💸 Flights from ~$68

Airports nearby Budapest used as alternative

Vienna International Airport (VIE)

Vienna International Airport is a major international hub with an extensive route network and excellent rail and bus connections.

📍 ~215 km from Budapest (reachable by rail and bus)

💸 Flights from ~$85

Bratislava Airport (BTS)

Bratislava Airport is a closer international option with simple road access and a smaller, manageable terminal.

📍 ~165 km from Budapest (reachable by road)

💸 Flights from ~$43

John Paul II International Airport Kraków–Balice (KRK)

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

📍 ~290 km from Budapest (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$48

Zagreb (ZAG)

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

📍 ~300 km from Budapest (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$51

Košice International (KSC)

Cheapest

Košice International is a relatively close option within the Schengen area, offering good regional connectivity.

📍 ~250 km from Budapest (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$40

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Budapest

50% AI deal score

$1,687

From LHR

Elite

Jul 16

Budapest, Hungary

48% AI deal score

$1,060

From LHR

Elite

Jun 28

Budapest, Hungary

46% AI deal score

Budapest, Hungary

39% AI deal score

$1,744

From LHR

Elite

Aug 12

Budapest, Hungary

39% AI deal score

$1,745

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Budapest

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from London to Budapest is typically 14-27 days before departure. During this period, the average price observed was $180. Booking within 0-6 days of departure generally sees a higher average price of $251, while booking 60+ days out also tends to be more expensive, averaging $311. Planning your trip within the 14-27 day window can lead to more favorable fares.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from London to Budapest is considered to be $71 or less. The median price for this route over the same period was $118. Fares can go up significantly, with 75% of prices observed being $288 or less. Aiming for a fare around $71 would typically secure a very competitive rate.

Historically, January has been the cheapest month to fly from London to Budapest, with a median price of $49. Other historically inexpensive months include April, with a median price of $95, and November, with a median price of $96. The annual median price for this route is $118, indicating that these months offer prices significantly below the yearly average.

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