What percentage of Madrid to Budapest flights are direct?

In the trailing 90 days, approximately 30% of flights from Madrid to Budapest were direct. For flights that included stopovers, the median number of stopovers was 1. This indicates that while direct options are available, a significant portion of routes involve at least one connection.

How long is the flight from Madrid to Budapest?

A direct flight from Madrid to Budapest typically takes about 3 hours and 10 minutes. For flights with one stop, the median duration extends to approximately 8 hours and 20 minutes. The direct route covers a distance of 1974 kilometers, making it a relatively quick journey when flying non-stop.

How often do Madrid to Budapest flight prices drop?

Historically, flight prices for the Madrid to Budapest route have experienced frequent drops. This suggests that travelers may often find opportunities for reduced fares. Monitoring prices can be beneficial for securing a good deal on this particular route.

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Madrid to Budapest: Overview

Insights for flights from Madrid to Budapest

A typical journey from Madrid to Budapest, including connections, takes about 9h 40m. This route covers a distance of 1974 km, classifying it as a medium-haul flight. Given that most itineraries connect at least once, the overall travel time reflects the inclusion of layovers.

For travelers seeking cheap flights from Madrid to Budapest, fares right now are above the typical level. Prices for this route typically range from $103–$403, with a median of $218. Currently, about 14% of recent fares are classified as a good price, and new deals appear almost daily, suggesting opportunities for savings if you track prices.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Madrid to Budapest? The most affordable months to travel are February, with a median fare of $80, followed by January at $84, and December at $92. These months offer significantly lower median prices compared to the overall typical range for the route.

Most itineraries for flights from Madrid to Budapest connect at least once, with only 30% of recent fares being non-stop. For the remaining itineraries, the typical number of connections is 1. This means you will likely encounter one stopover on your journey between these two cities.

How much is a round trip from Madrid to Budapest

Regular price: €73 - €264

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Madrid to Budapest is 73 EUR to 264 EUR. The current lowest deal is 50 EUR with Ryanair, for travel from Nov 4-Nov 26.

now 50 €

Low 73 €

High 264 €

The cheapest time to fly from Madrid to Budapest

The cheapest month to fly from Madrid to Budapest is February, with a median price of $80. The most expensive month is June, with a median price of $351. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

February

Cheapest

Flights from 80 €

June

Most Expensive

Flights from 351 €

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Madrid to Budapest

Ryanair

Last-minute flights going from Madrid to Budapest

Thu, Sep 17

⌛ Last-Minute

MAD - Budapest

Madrid (MAD) - Budapest (BUD)

Iberia Airlines

281 €

168 €

One-way

Tue, Sep 29

⌛ Last-Minute

MAD - Budapest

Madrid (MAD) - Budapest (BUD)

Aero Services Executive

196 €

70 €

One-way

Sat, Oct 3

⌛ Last-Minute

MAD - Budapest

Madrid (MAD) - Budapest (BUD)

Ryanair

182 €

92 €

One-way

Sun, Oct 4

⌛ Last-Minute

MAD - Budapest

Madrid (MAD) - Budapest (BUD)

Ryanair

182 €

94 €

One-way

Mon, Oct 5

⌛ Last-Minute

MAD - Budapest

Madrid (MAD) - Budapest (BUD)

Volotea

182 €

93 €

One-way

Wed, Oct 14

⌛ Last-Minute

MAD - Budapest

Madrid (MAD) - Budapest (BUD)

Wizz Air

160 €

84 €

One-way

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

1 night

Sep 29 - Sep 30

197 € → 70 €

64%

5 nights

Sep 17 - Sep 22

251 € → 130 €

48%

3 nights

Sep 20 - Sep 23

255 € → 139 €

46%

2 nights

Sep 21 - Sep 23

241 € → 127 €

47%

Popular Airports to fly from Madrid to Budapest

Madrid - Budapest route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares for Madrid to Budapest are above the typical level at $218.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in February for the best prices

Historically, February offers the lowest median prices at $80 for this route.

⏱️ Flight duration

Typical flight duration is 9h 40m

The median flight duration from Madrid to Budapest is 9 hours and 40 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Only 30% of recent flights from Madrid to Budapest are direct, with 1 stopover typical.

🏆 Airline highlight

Ryanair offers direct flights

Ryanair is an airline offering direct flights on the Madrid to Budapest route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent for this route

Deals for flights from Madrid to Budapest are frequent, appearing within 30 days.

Madrid main airports to depart from

Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas (MAD)

Cheapest

Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport is a convenient departure point for flights to Budapest.

📍 ~14 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~€49

Budapest main airports to arrive at

Budapest Ferenc Liszt International (BUD)

Cheapest

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

📍 ~18 km from Budapest (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~€50

Airports nearby Budapest used as alternative

Vienna International Airport (VIE)

Cheapest

Vienna International Airport is a major hub with more global connections than Budapest, offering excellent rail connectivity.

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

💸 Flights from ~€72

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Budapest

Historically, booking flights from Madrid to Budapest 60 or more days in advance has typically yielded the lowest average prices, around $157. Prices tend to increase significantly closer to departure. For instance, flights booked 7-13 days out have an average price of $305, while those booked within 0-6 days of travel can average around $448. Planning ahead by at least two months generally offers better value for this route.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Madrid to Budapest was considered to be $103 or less. The median price for this route was $218. Travelers historically found that 75% of prices were $403 or less. Aiming for a price around or below $103 would typically represent a favorable deal.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Madrid to Budapest have been February, with a median price of $80, and January, with a median price of $84. December also showed a relatively low median of $92. The annual median price for this route was $218, indicating that these months offer significant savings compared to the yearly average.

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Madrid to Budapest: Overview

Insights for flights from Madrid to Budapest

How much is a round trip from Madrid to Budapest

Regular price: €73 - €264

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Madrid to Budapest is 73 EUR to 264 EUR. The current lowest deal is 50 EUR with Ryanair, for travel from Nov 4-Nov 26.

now 50 €

Low 73 €

High 264 €

The cheapest time to fly from Madrid to Budapest

February

Cheapest

Flights from 80 €

June

Most Expensive

Flights from 351 €

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Madrid to Budapest

Ryanair

Last-minute flights going from Madrid to Budapest

Thu, Sep 17

⌛ Last-Minute

MAD - Budapest

Madrid (MAD) - Budapest (BUD)

Iberia Airlines

281 €

168 €

One-way

Tue, Sep 29

⌛ Last-Minute

MAD - Budapest

Madrid (MAD) - Budapest (BUD)

Aero Services Executive

196 €

70 €

One-way

Sat, Oct 3

⌛ Last-Minute

MAD - Budapest

Madrid (MAD) - Budapest (BUD)

Ryanair

182 €

92 €

One-way

Sun, Oct 4

⌛ Last-Minute

MAD - Budapest

Madrid (MAD) - Budapest (BUD)

Ryanair

182 €

94 €

One-way

Mon, Oct 5

⌛ Last-Minute

MAD - Budapest

Madrid (MAD) - Budapest (BUD)

Volotea

182 €

93 €

One-way

Wed, Oct 14

⌛ Last-Minute

MAD - Budapest

Madrid (MAD) - Budapest (BUD)

Wizz Air

160 €

84 €

One-way

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

1 night

Sep 29 - Sep 30

197 € → 70 €

64%

5 nights

Sep 17 - Sep 22

251 € → 130 €

48%

3 nights

Sep 20 - Sep 23

255 € → 139 €

46%

2 nights

Sep 21 - Sep 23

241 € → 127 €

47%

Popular Airports to fly from Madrid to Budapest

Madrid - Budapest route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares for Madrid to Budapest are above the typical level at $218.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in February for the best prices

Historically, February offers the lowest median prices at $80 for this route.

⏱️ Flight duration

Typical flight duration is 9h 40m

The median flight duration from Madrid to Budapest is 9 hours and 40 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Only 30% of recent flights from Madrid to Budapest are direct, with 1 stopover typical.

🏆 Airline highlight

Ryanair offers direct flights

Ryanair is an airline offering direct flights on the Madrid to Budapest route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent for this route

Deals for flights from Madrid to Budapest are frequent, appearing within 30 days.

Madrid main airports to depart from

Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas (MAD)

Cheapest

Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport is a convenient departure point for flights to Budapest.

📍 ~14 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~€49

Budapest main airports to arrive at

Budapest Ferenc Liszt International (BUD)

Cheapest

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

📍 ~18 km from Budapest (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~€50

Airports nearby Budapest used as alternative

Vienna International Airport (VIE)

Cheapest

Vienna International Airport is a major hub with more global connections than Budapest, offering excellent rail connectivity.

Budapest, Hungary

82% AI deal score

$920

$632

Save $288

Iberia Airlines

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Budapest

Cheap Flights from Madrid to Budapest

Today’s best flight deals from Madrid to Budapest

Madrid to Budapest: Overview

Insights for flights from Madrid to Budapest

How much is a round trip from Madrid to Budapest

The cheapest time to fly from Madrid to Budapest

Direct flights from Madrid to Budapest

Last-minute flights going from Madrid to Budapest

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

Popular Airports to fly from Madrid to Budapest

Madrid - Budapest route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Fly in February for the best prices

Typical flight duration is 9h 40m

Connecting flights are dominant

Ryanair offers direct flights

Deals are frequent for this route

Madrid 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

Jan 21

Jan 21

Nov 14

Jan 21

Jan 21

Oct 14

Jan 23

Feb 24

Jan 09

Dec 12

Nov 12

Nov 13

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Budapest

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

How much should a flight from Madrid to Budapest cost?

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

What percentage of Madrid to Budapest flights are direct?

How long is the flight from Madrid to Budapest?

How often do Madrid to Budapest flight prices drop?

Related routes

More routes from Madrid

Flights to Budapest from other cities

Madrid to Budapest: Overview

Insights for flights from Madrid to Budapest

How much is a round trip from Madrid to Budapest

The cheapest time to fly from Madrid to Budapest

Direct flights from Madrid to Budapest

Last-minute flights going from Madrid to Budapest

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

Popular Airports to fly from Madrid to Budapest

Madrid - Budapest route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Fly in February for the best prices

Typical flight duration is 9h 40m

Connecting flights are dominant

Ryanair offers direct flights

Deals are frequent for this route

Madrid 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

Jan 21

Jan 21

Nov 14

Jan 21

Jan 21

Oct 14

Jan 23

Feb 24

Jan 09

Dec 12

Nov 12

Nov 13

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Budapest

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

How much should a flight from Madrid to Budapest cost?

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