How many flights from Edinburgh to Budapest are non-stop?

Across the trailing quarter, approximately 40% of flights from Edinburgh to Budapest were non-stop. For flights that include stopovers, travelers typically encounter one connection. This means that while direct options are available, a significant portion of the routes involve at least one stop. Travelers should consider this when planning their journey and evaluating flight duration.

How many hours is the flight from Edinburgh to Budapest?

A direct flight from Edinburgh to Budapest typically takes approximately 2 hours and 50 minutes. This route covers a distance of 1812 kilometers. For flights that include one stop, the median travel time increases significantly to about 9 hours. Travelers should account for these differences in duration when selecting their preferred flight option.

How often do Edinburgh to Budapest flight prices drop?

Historically, flight prices for the Edinburgh to Budapest route have shown frequent drops. This suggests that travelers have regular opportunities to find more affordable fares. Monitoring prices over a 30-day window can be beneficial for those looking to secure a better deal. The frequent price fluctuations indicate a dynamic market for this route.

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Edinburgh to Budapest: Overview

Insights for flights from Edinburgh to Budapest

Right now, fares for flights from Edinburgh to Budapest are significantly above the typical level. Historically, prices for this route typically range from $159–$392, with a median of $215. Currently, only 19% of recent fares are classified as a good price for this route.

For those wondering when is the cheapest time to fly from Edinburgh to Budapest, the data indicates that November is typically the most affordable month, with a median fare of $138. January follows closely with a median of $139, and April also offers competitive pricing at a median of $151.

A typical journey from Edinburgh to Budapest takes approximately 10h 25m, including connections. This is a medium-haul route, covering a distance of 1812 km. Most itineraries on this route connect at least once, with the median number of stopovers for connecting flights being 1.

How much is a round trip from Edinburgh to Budapest

Regular price: £110 - £252

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

The regular price range for flights from Edinburgh to Budapest is typically between 110 GBP and 252 GBP. The current lowest deal is 73 GBP with Ryanair, for travel from Sep 16-Sep 30.

now £73

Low £110

High £252

The cheapest time to fly from Edinburgh to Budapest

The cheapest month to fly from Edinburgh to Budapest is November, with a median price of $138. The most expensive month is September, with a median price of $391. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

November

Cheapest

Flights from £138

September

Most Expensive

Flights from £391

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Edinburgh to Budapest

Ryanair

Last-minute flights going from Edinburgh to Budapest

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

EDI - Budapest

Edinburgh (EDI) - Budapest (BUD)

Ryanair

£151

£83

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

EDI - Budapest

Edinburgh (EDI) - Budapest (BUD)

Ryanair

£140

£85

One-way

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

EDI - Budapest

Edinburgh (EDI) - Budapest (BUD)

Ryanair

£142

£73

One-way

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

EDI - Budapest

Edinburgh (EDI) - Budapest (BUD)

Ryanair

£163

£84

One-way

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

EDI - Budapest

Edinburgh (EDI) - Budapest (BUD)

Ryanair

£244

£87

One-way

Sat, Sep 19

⌛ Last-Minute

EDI - Budapest

Edinburgh (EDI) - Budapest (BUD)

Lufthansa

£296

£192

One-way

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

4 nights

Sep 16 - Sep 20

£315 → £89

72%

1 night

Sep 16 - Sep 17

£320 → £107

67%

4 nights

Sep 17 - Sep 21

£310 → £119

62%

3 nights

Sep 20 - Sep 23

£293 → £104

64%

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Edinburgh - Budapest route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Edinburgh to Budapest are below the typical level, with 19% considered good deals.

📅 Best time to fly

November, January, and April offer the lowest median prices

Historically, November ($138), January ($139), and April ($151) offer the lowest median prices.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights average 10h 25m

The median flight duration for this medium-haul route with one stopover is 10h 25m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are more common

Connecting flights are dominant on this route, making up 60% of available options.

🏆 Airline highlight

Ryanair offers direct flights

Ryanair has direct flights available from Edinburgh to Budapest, with one direct deal recently found.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

This route frequently has deals, with new offers appearing often over the last 30 days.

Edinburgh main airports to depart from

Edinburgh Airport (EDI)

Cheapest

Edinburgh Airport is a convenient departure choice for flights to Budapest, offering good value.

📍 ~11 km from Edinburgh 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 the primary airport for flights arriving in Budapest.

📍 ~18 km from city center (reachable by public transport, taxi, or car).

💸 Flights from ~£72

Airports nearby Budapest used as alternative

Vienna International Airport (VIE)

Vienna International Airport is a major international hub with more global connections than Budapest.

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

💸 Flights from ~£66

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Budapest

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Edinburgh to Budapest is typically between 28 and 59 days prior to departure. During this period, the average price for a ticket has been observed at approximately $205. Booking within 0-6 days of departure generally sees prices rise to around $309, while flights booked 7-13 days out average about $351. Planning ahead by at least four weeks can lead to more favorable fares.

A good price for a flight from Edinburgh to Budapest is considered to be around $159 or less. Over the trailing 90 days, the median price for this route was $215. Fares can go significantly higher, with prices at the 75th percentile reaching approximately $392. Travelers aiming for a budget-friendly trip should target prices at or below the $159 threshold.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Edinburgh to Budapest are November and January, with median prices around $138 and $139 respectively. April also presents a relatively low median price of $151. The annual median price for this route is $215, indicating that these months offer significant savings compared to the yearly average. Planning your trip during these times can help secure a more economical fare.

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Edinburgh to Budapest: Overview

Insights for flights from Edinburgh to Budapest

How much is a round trip from Edinburgh to Budapest

Regular price: £110 - £252

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

The regular price range for flights from Edinburgh to Budapest is typically between 110 GBP and 252 GBP. The current lowest deal is 73 GBP with Ryanair, for travel from Sep 16-Sep 30.

now £73

Low £110

High £252

The cheapest time to fly from Edinburgh to Budapest

November

Cheapest

Flights from £138

September

Most Expensive

Flights from £391

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Edinburgh to Budapest

Ryanair

Last-minute flights going from Edinburgh to Budapest

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

EDI - Budapest

Edinburgh (EDI) - Budapest (BUD)

Ryanair

£151

£83

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

EDI - Budapest

Edinburgh (EDI) - Budapest (BUD)

Ryanair

£140

£85

One-way

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

EDI - Budapest

Edinburgh (EDI) - Budapest (BUD)

Ryanair

£142

£73

One-way

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

EDI - Budapest

Edinburgh (EDI) - Budapest (BUD)

Ryanair

£163

£84

One-way

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

EDI - Budapest

Edinburgh (EDI) - Budapest (BUD)

Ryanair

£244

£87

One-way

Sat, Sep 19

⌛ Last-Minute

EDI - Budapest

Edinburgh (EDI) - Budapest (BUD)

Lufthansa

£296

£192

One-way

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

4 nights

Sep 16 - Sep 20

£315 → £89

72%

1 night

Sep 16 - Sep 17

£320 → £107

67%

4 nights

Sep 17 - Sep 21

£310 → £119

62%

3 nights

Sep 20 - Sep 23

£293 → £104

64%

Popular Airports to fly from Edinburgh to Budapest

Edinburgh - Budapest route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Edinburgh to Budapest are below the typical level, with 19% considered good deals.

📅 Best time to fly

November, January, and April offer the lowest median prices

Historically, November ($138), January ($139), and April ($151) offer the lowest median prices.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights average 10h 25m

The median flight duration for this medium-haul route with one stopover is 10h 25m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are more common

Connecting flights are dominant on this route, making up 60% of available options.

🏆 Airline highlight

Ryanair offers direct flights

Ryanair has direct flights available from Edinburgh to Budapest, with one direct deal recently found.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

This route frequently has deals, with new offers appearing often over the last 30 days.

Edinburgh main airports to depart from

Edinburgh Airport (EDI)

Cheapest

Edinburgh Airport is a convenient departure choice for flights to Budapest, offering good value.

📍 ~11 km from Edinburgh 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 the primary airport for flights arriving in Budapest.

📍 ~18 km from city center (reachable by public transport, taxi, or car).

💸 Flights from ~£72

Airports nearby Budapest used as alternative

Vienna International Airport (VIE)

Vienna International Airport is a major international hub with more global connections than Budapest.

Budapest, Hungary

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Budapest

Cheap Flights from Edinburgh to Budapest

Today’s best flight deals from Edinburgh to Budapest

Edinburgh to Budapest: Overview

Insights for flights from Edinburgh to Budapest

How much is a round trip from Edinburgh to Budapest

The cheapest time to fly from Edinburgh to Budapest

Direct flights from Edinburgh to Budapest

Last-minute flights going from Edinburgh to Budapest

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

Popular Airports to fly from Edinburgh to Budapest

Edinburgh - Budapest route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

November, January, and April offer the lowest median prices

Connecting flights average 10h 25m

Connecting flights are more common

Ryanair offers direct flights

Deals are frequent on this route

Edinburgh 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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Dec 13

Jan 16

Jan 20

Jan 21

Jan 15

Jan 21

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Jan 20

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Budapest

How far in advance should I book a flight from Edinburgh to Budapest?

What's a cheap fare from Edinburgh to Budapest?

When is the cheapest time of year to fly from Edinburgh to Budapest?

How many flights from Edinburgh to Budapest are non-stop?

How many hours is the flight from Edinburgh to Budapest?

How often do Edinburgh to Budapest flight prices drop?

Related routes

More routes from Edinburgh

Flights to Budapest from other cities

Edinburgh to Budapest: Overview

Insights for flights from Edinburgh to Budapest

How much is a round trip from Edinburgh to Budapest

The cheapest time to fly from Edinburgh to Budapest

Direct flights from Edinburgh to Budapest

Last-minute flights going from Edinburgh to Budapest

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

Popular Airports to fly from Edinburgh to Budapest

Edinburgh - Budapest route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

November, January, and April offer the lowest median prices

Connecting flights average 10h 25m

Connecting flights are more common

Ryanair offers direct flights

Deals are frequent on this route

Edinburgh 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

Dec 13

Dec 13

Jan 16

Jan 20

Jan 21

Jan 15

Jan 21

Jan 14

Jan 20

Jan 22

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Jan 13

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Budapest

How far in advance should I book a flight from Edinburgh to Budapest?

What's a cheap fare from Edinburgh to Budapest?

When is the cheapest time of year to fly from Edinburgh to Budapest?