What percentage of Paris to Budapest flights are direct?

In the trailing 90 days, approximately 22.2% of flights from Paris to Budapest were direct. For flights that included a stopover, the median number of stopovers was 1. This indicates that while direct options are available, a significant portion of flights on this route involve at least one connection.

How many hours is the flight from Paris to Budapest?

The typical direct flight from Paris to Budapest has a duration of 2 hours and 10 minutes, covering a distance of 1247 kilometers. For flights with one stop, the median duration is considerably longer, averaging 6 hours and 35 minutes. Travelers should consider these differences in flight time when planning their journey.

How often do Paris to Budapest flight prices drop?

Historically, flight prices for the Paris to Budapest route have shown frequent drops. This suggests that travelers may often find opportunities to secure more favorable prices. Monitoring price trends for this route can be beneficial due to its frequent price fluctuations.

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Paris to Budapest: Overview

Insights for flights from Paris to Budapest

Most itineraries for cheap flights from Paris to Budapest connect at least once, with only 22.2% of recent fares being non-stop. For connecting itineraries, the typical number of stopovers is one. This means you will most often find flights that include a layover rather than direct options.

A typical journey from Paris to Budapest takes about 8h 10m including connections. This duration reflects the median travel time across all recent itineraries, encompassing both direct and connecting flights. Given that most flights involve at least one stop, this longer journey time is common for the route.

The distance between Paris and Budapest is 1247 kilometers, classifying this as a short-haul route. Despite being a short-haul journey, the prevalence of connecting flights contributes to the overall travel time.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Paris to Budapest? The most affordable months to fly are typically January, with a median fare of $80, followed by March at $90, and February at $112. Planning your trip during these months can result in significant savings on airfare.

Fares from Paris to Budapest typically range from $139 to $361, with a median of $244. Right now, current fares are above the typical level for this route. Approximately 42% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that deals are available if you monitor prices. New deals appear almost daily, making it beneficial to set up price alerts.

How much is a round trip from Paris to Budapest

Regular price: €65 - €217

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Paris to Budapest is 65 EUR to 217 EUR. The current lowest deal is 50 EUR with Ryanair, for travel from Sep 7-Sep 30.

now 50 €

Low 65 €

High 217 €

The cheapest time to fly from Paris to Budapest

The cheapest month to fly from Paris to Budapest is January, with a median price of 80 USD. The most expensive month is August, with a median price of 333 USD. Prices are generally lower from January to November.

January

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Flights from 80 €

August

Most Expensive

Flights from 333 €

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Direct flights from Paris to Budapest

Ryanair

Last-minute flights going from Paris to Budapest

Mon, Aug 31

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CDG - Budapest

Paris (CDG) - Budapest (BUD)

294 €

104 €

One-way

Tue, Sep 1

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BVA - Budapest

Paris (BVA) - Budapest (BUD)

Ryanair

95 €

50 €

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Tue, Sep 1

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BVA - Budapest

Paris (BVA) - Budapest (BUD)

Ryanair

89 €

50 €

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Tue, Sep 1

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BVA - Budapest

Paris (BVA) - Budapest (BUD)

Ryanair

92 €

53 €

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BVA - Budapest

Paris (BVA) - Budapest (BUD)

Ryanair

100 €

53 €

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Tue, Sep 1

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BVA - Budapest

Paris (BVA) - Budapest (BUD)

Ryanair

89 €

55 €

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

3 nights

Aug 31 - Sep 3

294 € → 104 €

65%

1 night

Sep 14 - Sep 15

223 € → 63 €

72%

4 nights

Sep 28 - Oct 2

244 € → 86 €

65%

1 night

Sep 9 - Sep 10

224 € → 71 €

68%

Popular Airports to fly from Paris to Budapest

Paris - Budapest route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from Paris to Budapest are above the typical level, with a median price of $244.

📅 Best time to fly

January is historically cheapest at $80

Historically, January is the cheapest month to fly from Paris to Budapest, with a median price of $80.

⏱️ Flight duration

Median flight time is 8h 10m

The median flight time from Paris to Budapest is 8 hours and 10 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights are dominant on this route, with 22.2% of recent flights being direct.

🏆 Airline highlight

Ryanair offers direct flights

Ryanair has offered direct flights from Paris to Budapest.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently

Deals for flights from Paris to Budapest appear frequently, with 42% considered good prices.

Paris main airports to depart from

Beauvais–Tillé (BVA)

Cheapest

Beauvais–Tillé is a good option for flights from Paris to Budapest, with prices starting from $78.

📍 ~70 km from Paris city center (reachable by car or bus).

💸 Flights from ~$78

Châlons Vatry (XCR)

Châlons Vatry offers an alternative departure point for your trip from Paris to Budapest.

📍 ~150 km from Paris city center (reachable by car).

💸 Flights from ~$78

Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)

Charles de Gaulle Airport provides a major hub for flights from Paris to Budapest.

📍 ~25 km from Paris city center (reachable by car, train, or bus).

💸 Flights from ~$99

Paris Orly (ORY)

Paris Orly is a convenient departure airport for flights from Paris to Budapest.

📍 ~15 km from Paris city center (reachable by car, train, or bus).

💸 Flights from ~$94

Budapest main airports to arrive at

Budapest Ferenc Liszt International (BUD)

Cheapest

Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport is the primary arrival airport for flights from Paris to Budapest.

📍 ~16 km from Budapest city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$78

Airports nearby Budapest used as alternative

Vienna International Airport (VIE)

Vienna International Airport offers significantly more long-haul and global connections than Budapest.

📍 ~215 km from Budapest (reachable by train or car)

💸 Flights from ~€56

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Budapest

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Paris to Budapest is typically between 28 and 59 days prior to departure. During this period, the average price observed was $130. Booking within 0-6 days of departure saw average prices rise to $304, while booking 60+ days out also resulted in higher average prices of $306. Planning within this 28-59 day timeframe generally offers the most favorable prices.

Across the trailing quarter, a flight from Paris to Budapest is considered a good deal if it is priced at or below $139. The median price for this route was $244, with 75% of prices observed at $361 or less. By comparing prices to this $139 threshold, travelers can identify advantageous offers.

Historically, January, March, and February have offered the cheapest flights from Paris to Budapest. January typically sees a median price of $80, while March has a median of $90. February also presents a relatively low median price of $112, compared to the annual median of $244. These months are generally more affordable for this route.

Paris to Budapest: Overview

Insights for flights from Paris to Budapest

How much is a round trip from Paris to Budapest

Regular price: €65 - €217

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Paris to Budapest is 65 EUR to 217 EUR. The current lowest deal is 50 EUR with Ryanair, for travel from Sep 7-Sep 30.

now 50 €

Low 65 €

High 217 €

The cheapest time to fly from Paris to Budapest

January

Cheapest

Flights from 80 €

August

Most Expensive

Flights from 333 €

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