What percentage of Dublin to Budapest flights are direct?

In the trailing 90 days, approximately 18.6% of flights from Dublin to Budapest have been direct. For flights that include a stopover, the median number of stopovers is typically one. This indicates that while direct options are available, a significant portion of routes involve at least one connection.

How many hours is the flight from Dublin to Budapest?

A direct flight from Dublin to Budapest typically takes about 3 hours and 10 minutes, covering a distance of 1914 kilometers. Flights with one stopover, on average, have a longer duration, usually around 6 hours and 30 minutes. Travelers can expect a journey of at least 3 hours for non-stop options.

Is it cheaper to fly direct or with a layover from Dublin to Budapest?

Historically, it has been slightly cheaper to fly with a layover from Dublin to Budapest. Connecting flights have a median price of $163, while direct flights have a median price of $175. This represents a premium of approximately 7% for direct flights. However, direct flights still account for about 20.9% of the available options.

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Dublin to Budapest: Overview

Insights for flights from Dublin to Budapest

Most itineraries for cheap flights from Dublin to Budapest connect at least once, with only 18.6% of recent fares being non-stop. For connecting flights, the typical journey includes 1 stopover.

When considering the cheapest time to fly from Dublin to Budapest, you'll find that February stands out with a median fare of $135. Other cost-effective months include December and January, both with median fares of $148.

A typical journey from Dublin to Budapest takes about 3h 10m, including connections. This route covers a distance of 1914 km, classifying it as a medium-haul flight.

Right now, fares for flights from Dublin to Budapest typically range from $135–$216, with a median of $171. Current fares are significantly above the typical level, with only 16% of recent fares classified as a good price. New deals appear almost daily for this route.

How much is a round trip from Dublin to Budapest

Regular price: €117 - €260

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

The regular price range for flights from Dublin to Budapest is typically between 117 EUR and 260 EUR. The current lowest deal is 72 EUR with Ryanair, for travel from Oct 12-Oct 14.

now 72 €

Low 117 €

High 260 €

The cheapest time to fly from Dublin to Budapest

The cheapest month to fly from Dublin to Budapest is March, with a median price of $127. The most expensive month is February, with a median price of $228. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

March

Cheapest

Flights from 127 €

February

Most Expensive

Flights from 228 €

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Direct flights from Dublin to Budapest

Ryanair

Last-minute flights going from Dublin to Budapest

Mon, Aug 3

⌛ Last-Minute

DUB - Budapest

Dublin (DUB) - Budapest (BUD)

Lufthansa

373 €

220 €

One-way

Tue, Aug 4

⌛ Last-Minute

DUB - Budapest

Dublin (DUB) - Budapest (BUD)

Aer Lingus

393 €

189 €

One-way

Wed, Aug 5

⌛ Last-Minute

DUB - Budapest

Dublin (DUB) - Budapest (BUD)

Ryanair

355 €

172 €

One-way

Thu, Aug 6

⌛ Last-Minute

DUB - Budapest

Dublin (DUB) - Budapest (BUD)

Ryanair

384 €

188 €

One-way

Thu, Aug 6

⌛ Last-Minute

DUB - Budapest

Dublin (DUB) - Budapest (BUD)

Swiss International Air Lines

352 €

192 €

One-way

Fri, Aug 7

⌛ Last-Minute

DUB - Budapest

Dublin (DUB) - Budapest (BUD)

Lufthansa

379 €

225 €

One-way

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

1 night

Aug 4 - Aug 5

393 € → 189 €

52%

2 nights

Aug 6 - Aug 8

384 € → 188 €

51%

6 nights

Aug 5 - Aug 11

355 € → 172 €

51%

1 night

Aug 11 - Aug 12

346 € → 168 €

51%

Popular Airports to fly from Dublin to Budapest

Dublin - Budapest route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Dublin to Budapest are below the typical level, with 16% good prices.

📅 Best time to fly

March is historically the cheapest month to fly

Historically, March is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $127.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 3h 10m

Direct flights from Dublin to Budapest average 3h 10m, while connecting flights average 6h 35m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights are dominant on this route, making up 81.4% of available options.

🏆 Airline highlight

Ryanair offers direct flights

Ryanair is an airline offering direct flights from Dublin to Budapest.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals for flights from Dublin to Budapest are frequent, appearing often over 30 days.

Dublin main airports to depart from

Dublin (DUB)

Cheapest

Dublin Airport is a convenient departure point for flights to Budapest, offering good value.

📍 ~8 km from Dublin city center (reachable by car or bus)

💸 Flights from ~€72

Budapest main airports to arrive at

Budapest Ferenc Liszt International (BUD)

Cheapest

Budapest Ferenc Liszt International is a convenient arrival airport for flights from Dublin to Budapest.

📍 ~18 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~€72

Airports nearby Budapest used as alternative

Vienna International Airport (VIE)

Vienna International Airport is a major hub with more long-haul connections and excellent rail connectivity to Budapest.

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

💸 Flights from ~€56

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Budapest

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Budapest

Historically, the optimal time to book flights from Dublin to Budapest is typically 60+ days before departure. During this period, the average price for a flight is around $154. Booking within 0-6 days of departure generally sees prices rise to an average of $238. Planning ahead by at least two months can lead to more favorable fares.

Across the trailing quarter, a good deal for a flight from Dublin to Budapest is considered to be $135 or less. The median price for this route has historically been around $171. Prices tend to increase significantly for fares above $216. Therefore, aiming for prices at or below $135 indicates a favorable booking.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Dublin to Budapest are February, with a median price of $135, and December and January, both with median prices of $148. The annual median price for this route is $171. While December is also listed as the most expensive month, this suggests price variability within that month, with some of the lowest median prices occurring then.

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Dublin to Budapest: Overview

Insights for flights from Dublin to Budapest

A typical journey from Dublin to Budapest takes about 3h 10m, including connections. This route covers a distance of 1914 km, classifying it as a medium-haul flight.

How much is a round trip from Dublin to Budapest

Regular price: €117 - €260

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

The regular price range for flights from Dublin to Budapest is typically between 117 EUR and 260 EUR. The current lowest deal is 72 EUR with Ryanair, for travel from Oct 12-Oct 14.

now 72 €

Low 117 €

High 260 €

The cheapest time to fly from Dublin to Budapest

March

Cheapest

Flights from 127 €

February

Most Expensive

Flights from 228 €

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