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

Historically, approximately 40% of flights from Edinburgh to Budapest are non-stop. This means that a significant portion of available options include at least one stopover. For flights with connections, the median number of stopovers is typically one. Travelers preferring direct routes should consider that these make up less than half of the available flight options.

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 duration covers a distance of 1812 kilometers. For flights that include one stop, the median travel time increases significantly to around 9 hours. Travelers should account for these differences when planning their journey and choosing between direct and connecting flights.

How often do Edinburgh to Budapest flight prices drop?

Historically, flight prices for the Edinburgh to Budapest route are classified as frequent in terms of price drops. This suggests that travelers can often find opportunities for price reductions. Over the trailing 30 days, this route has shown a consistent pattern of price fluctuations, indicating that monitoring prices can be beneficial for securing a better deal.

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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: £105 - £250

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 105 GBP and 250 GBP. The current lowest deal is 61 GBP with Ryanair, for travel from Sep 15-Sep 23.

now £61

Low £105

High £250

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 8

⌛ Last-Minute

EDI - Budapest

Edinburgh (EDI) - Budapest (BUD)

Ryanair

£140

£56

One-way

Tue, Sep 8

⌛ Last-Minute

EDI - Budapest

Edinburgh (EDI) - Budapest (BUD)

Ryanair

£140

£66

One-way

Tue, Sep 8

⌛ Last-Minute

EDI - Budapest

Edinburgh (EDI) - Budapest (BUD)

Ryanair

£284

£73

One-way

Tue, Sep 8

⌛ Last-Minute

EDI - Budapest

Edinburgh (EDI) - Budapest (BUD)

Ryanair

£262

£76

One-way

Tue, Sep 8

⌛ Last-Minute

EDI - Budapest

Edinburgh (EDI) - Budapest (BUD)

Ryanair

£319

£78

One-way

Tue, Sep 8

⌛ Last-Minute

EDI - Budapest

Edinburgh (EDI) - Budapest (BUD)

Ryanair

£319

£79

One-way

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

1 night

Sep 8 - Sep 9

£319 → £78

76%

2 nights

Sep 8 - Sep 10

£319 → £78

76%

5 nights

Sep 8 - Sep 13

£284 → £73

74%

4 nights

Sep 8 - Sep 12

£314 → £118

63%

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 a median price of $215.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in November for the best prices

Historically, November offers the lowest median prices at $138 for flights from Edinburgh to Budapest.

⏱️ Flight duration

Median flight time is 10h 25m

The median flight duration from Edinburgh to Budapest is 10 hours and 25 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights make up 60% of routes, with a median of 1 stopover from Edinburgh to Budapest.

🏆 Airline highlight

Ryanair has direct deals

Ryanair offers direct flight deals from Edinburgh to Budapest, with 1 direct deal available.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals for flights from Edinburgh to Budapest are frequent, appearing within a 30-day window.

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

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Budapest

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Nov 14

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Oct 30

Budapest, Hungary

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$1,463

$757

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Dec 24

Budapest, Hungary

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$1,529

$758

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Nov 20

Budapest, Hungary

85% AI deal score

$1,360

$737

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Business Class

From EDI

Elite

Nov 17

Budapest, Hungary

85% AI deal score

$1,381

$737

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Business Class

From EDI

Elite

Nov 02

Budapest, Hungary

84% AI deal score

$1,298

$737

Save $561

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Business Class

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Elite

Oct 29

Budapest, Hungary

84% AI deal score

$1,425

$804

Save $621

KLM

Business Class

From EDI

Elite

Dec 23

Budapest, Hungary

84% AI deal score

$1,528

$828

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Business Class

From EDI

Elite

Dec 24

Budapest, Hungary

84% AI deal score

$1,527

$829

Save $698

KLM

Business Class

From EDI

Elite

Nov 26

Budapest, Hungary

81% AI deal score

$1,587

$949

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Business Class

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Sep 18

Budapest, Hungary

73% AI deal score

$1,585

$1,182

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Business Class

From EDI

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Sep 18

Budapest, Hungary

71% AI deal score

$1,613

$1,377

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Business Class

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 is around $205. Booking within 0-6 days of departure typically sees prices rise to an average of $309, while booking 7-13 days out results in an average price of $351. Planning ahead by at least four weeks can lead to more favorable fares.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Edinburgh to Budapest is considered to be $159 or less. The median price for this route historically stands at $215. Fares can go significantly higher, with prices around $392 representing the 75th percentile of observed prices. Travelers aiming for a budget-friendly trip should target fares at or below the $159 threshold.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Edinburgh to Budapest are November, with a median price of $138, and January, with a median price of $139. April also shows competitive pricing, with a median 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 lower 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: £105 - £250

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 105 GBP and 250 GBP. The current lowest deal is 61 GBP with Ryanair, for travel from Sep 15-Sep 23.

now £61

Low £105

High £250

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 8

⌛ Last-Minute

EDI - Budapest

Edinburgh (EDI) - Budapest (BUD)

Ryanair

£140

£56

One-way

Tue, Sep 8

⌛ Last-Minute

EDI - Budapest

Edinburgh (EDI) - Budapest (BUD)

Ryanair

£140

£66

One-way

Tue, Sep 8

⌛ Last-Minute

EDI - Budapest

Edinburgh (EDI) - Budapest (BUD)

Ryanair

£284

£73

One-way

Tue, Sep 8

⌛ Last-Minute

EDI - Budapest

Edinburgh (EDI) - Budapest (BUD)

Ryanair

£262

£76

One-way

Tue, Sep 8

⌛ Last-Minute

EDI - Budapest

Edinburgh (EDI) - Budapest (BUD)

Ryanair

£319

£78

One-way

Tue, Sep 8

⌛ Last-Minute

EDI - Budapest

Edinburgh (EDI) - Budapest (BUD)

Ryanair

£319

£79

One-way

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

1 night

Sep 8 - Sep 9

£319 → £78

76%

2 nights

Sep 8 - Sep 10

£319 → £78

76%

5 nights

Sep 8 - Sep 13

£284 → £73

74%

4 nights

Sep 8 - Sep 12

£314 → £118

63%

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 a median price of $215.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in November for the best prices

Historically, November offers the lowest median prices at $138 for flights from Edinburgh to Budapest.

⏱️ Flight duration

Median flight time is 10h 25m

The median flight duration from Edinburgh to Budapest is 10 hours and 25 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights make up 60% of routes, with a median of 1 stopover from Edinburgh to Budapest.

🏆 Airline highlight

Ryanair has direct deals

Ryanair offers direct flight deals from Edinburgh to Budapest, with 1 direct deal available.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals for flights from Edinburgh to Budapest are frequent, appearing within a 30-day window.

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

71% AI deal score

$1,613

$1,377

Save $236

KLM

Business Class

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

Fly in November for the best prices

Median flight time is 10h 25m

Connecting flights are dominant

Ryanair has direct deals

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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Oct 30

Dec 24

Nov 20

Nov 17

Nov 02

Oct 29

Dec 23

Dec 24

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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

Fly in November for the best prices

Median flight time is 10h 25m

Connecting flights are dominant

Ryanair has direct deals

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

Nov 14

Oct 30

Dec 24

Nov 20

Nov 17

Nov 02

Oct 29

Dec 23

Dec 24

Nov 26

Sep 18

Sep 18

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?