Can I fly direct from Munich to Budapest?

Yes, direct flights from Munich to Budapest are available. Historically, approximately 35.4% of all flights on this route have been direct. For journeys involving connecting flights, travelers typically experienced one stopover. This indicates that while direct options are common, connecting flights also represent a significant portion of the available routes.

What's the flight time from Munich to Budapest?

The typical direct flight time from Munich to Budapest is approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes, covering a distance of 566 kilometers. For flights with one stop, the median travel time is considerably longer, averaging around 6 hours and 45 minutes. This significant difference highlights the time-saving benefit of choosing a direct route for this journey.

How much do direct flights from Munich to Budapest cost compared to connecting flights?

Historically, direct flights from Munich to Budapest have been about 15% more expensive than connecting flights. The median price for a direct flight was $213, while connecting flights had a median price of $186. Direct flights accounted for 42.2% of the available options in the trailing 90 days, indicating a notable presence despite the price premium.

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Munich to Budapest: Overview

Insights for flights from Munich to Budapest

Flights from Munich to Budapest cover a distance of 566 kilometers, classifying this as a short-haul route. This means you can expect a relatively quick journey, though the overall travel time can vary significantly based on connections. New deals for this route appear almost daily, making it worthwhile to monitor prices regularly.

For travelers looking for cheap flights from Munich to Budapest, fares typically range from $176 to $239, with a median price of $201. Right now, current fares are significantly above the typical level, and only 5% of recent fares were classified as a good price. This indicates that finding a particularly low fare might require some flexibility or waiting for better market conditions.

When considering the cheapest time to fly from Munich to Budapest, February stands out with a median fare of $155. January also offers competitive prices, with a median of $170, followed by July at a median of $182. These months tend to offer more budget-friendly options compared to other times of the year.

A typical journey from Munich to Budapest takes approximately 5h 10m, including connections. Most itineraries on this route involve at least one stopover, as only 35.4% of recent fares were for direct flights from Munich to Budapest. When a connection is necessary, the median number of stopovers is 1.

How much is a round trip from Munich to Budapest

Regular price: €170 - €283

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

The regular price range for flights from Munich to Budapest is typically between 170 EUR and 283 EUR. Currently, the lowest deal is 127 EUR with easyJet UK, for travel between Sep 16 and Oct 6.

now 127 €

Low 170 €

High 283 €

The cheapest time to fly from Munich to Budapest

The cheapest month to fly from Munich to Budapest is February, with a median price of $155. The most expensive month is November, with a median price of $229. Prices are generally lower from January to September.

February

Cheapest

Flights from 155 €

November

Most Expensive

Flights from 229 €

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Direct flights from Munich to Budapest

Lufthansa

Last-minute flights going from Munich to Budapest

Tue, Aug 18

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MUC - Budapest

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Condor Flugdienst

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Condor Flugdienst

395 €

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

1 night

Aug 18 - Aug 19

413 € → 172 €

58%

2 nights

Aug 17 - Aug 19

411 € → 174 €

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Oct 19 - Oct 20

332 € → 131 €

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Oct 13 - Oct 15

332 € → 132 €

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Popular Airports to fly from Munich to Budapest

Munich - Budapest route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level.

Recent fares for Munich to Budapest are above the typical level, with a median of $201.

📅 Best time to fly

February is historically the cheapest month to fly.

Historically, February is the cheapest month to fly from Munich to Budapest, with a median price of $155.

⏱️ Flight duration

The median flight duration is 5h 10m.

The median flight duration for Munich to Budapest is 5 hours and 10 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant on this route.

Connecting flights make up 64.6% of recent routes, with a median of 1 stopover.

🏆 Airline highlight

Lufthansa offers direct flights.

Lufthansa is one airline that offers direct flights from Munich to Budapest.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route.

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

Munich main airports to depart from

Munich (MUC)

Cheapest

Munich Airport is a primary departure point for flights to Budapest, offering competitive prices.

📍 ~30 km from Munich city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$167

Budapest main airports to arrive at

Budapest Ferenc Liszt International (BUD)

Cheapest

Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport is a convenient arrival point for flights to Budapest.

📍 ~20 km from Budapest (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$167

Airports nearby Budapest used as alternative

Vienna International Airport (VIE)

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

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

💸 Flights from ~€144

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Budapest

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Munich to Budapest is typically 14-27 days before departure. During this period, the average price observed was around $193. Booking within 0-6 days of departure generally saw higher prices, averaging $254. Even booking 60+ days out resulted in slightly higher average prices of $208, indicating that planning within the sweet spot of 14-27 days can offer better value.

Based on historical data across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Munich to Budapest is considered to be $176 or less. The median price for this route during the same period was $201. Prices typically ranged up to $239 for the upper quartile, suggesting that anything below $176 represents a favorable deal.

Historically, February has been the cheapest month to fly from Munich to Budapest, with a median price of $155. January also offered competitive prices, with a median of $170. While July's median price of $182 was among the lowest, it was also identified as the most expensive month overall, indicating price variability within that period. The annual median price for this route was $201.

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Munich to Budapest: Overview

Insights for flights from Munich to Budapest

How much is a round trip from Munich to Budapest

Regular price: €170 - €283

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

The regular price range for flights from Munich to Budapest is typically between 170 EUR and 283 EUR. Currently, the lowest deal is 127 EUR with easyJet UK, for travel between Sep 16 and Oct 6.

now 127 €

Low 170 €

High 283 €

The cheapest time to fly from Munich to Budapest

February

Cheapest

Flights from 155 €

November

Most Expensive

Flights from 229 €

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