Cheap flights from Bucharest to Budapest
Flights overview
Prices shown are for one adult in Economy class flights from Zürich to New York. This includes the cheapest Business class options where available.
Prices reflect the lowest available in the next three months, though they are subject to change and availability.
Last-minute deals apply to the cheapest weekend trips available in the next seven days, with weekend trips being flights departing between Thursday and Saturday and returning on Sunday or Monday.
Flight duration shown is based on nonstop flights or those with the fewest stops available.
Prices reflect the lowest available in the next three months, though they are subject to change and availability.
Last-minute deals apply to the cheapest weekend trips available in the next seven days, with weekend trips being flights departing between Thursday and Saturday and returning on Sunday or Monday.
Flight duration shown is based on nonstop flights or those with the fewest stops available.
Useful information for finding cheap flights from Bucharest to Budapest and booking your next trip
| Cheapest round-trip flights | RON 258 | Wizz AirNonstop2 hrThu, Jan 15 — Sun, Jan 18 | The cheapest round-trip flight from Bucharest to Budapest is currently RON 258 | |
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| Cheapest one-way flight | RON 113 | Wizz AirNonstop2 hrWed, Jan 7 | The cheapest one-way flight from Bucharest to Budapest is currently RON 113 | |
| Last-minute weekend getaway | RON 413 | Wizz AirNonstop2 hrFri, Dec 26 — Mon, Dec 29 | The cheapest last-minute weekend getaway from Bucharest to Budapest is currently RON 413 | |
| Cheapest business class flights | RON 2,243 | LOT1 stop28 hrFri, Jan 16 — Sun, Jan 18 | The cheapest business class round-trip flight from Bucharest to Budapest is currently RON 2,243 |
| Fastest flight | 1 hr 25 min | The fastest nonstop flight from Bucharest to Budapest takes 1 hr 25 min |
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| Nonstop flights | Every day | There are direct flights on this route every day. |
When is the cheapest time to fly?
Typical prices for the least expensive flights for weekend trips from Bucharest to Budapest per month. Insights are based on fares observed in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ.
The cheapest month to fly from Bucharest to Budapest is typically January. The most expensive month to fly is typically December.
| January Cheapest | Typical prices: RON 240–640 |
|---|---|
| December Most expensive | Typical prices: RON 500–840 |
Popular airlines from Bucharest to Budapest
Popularity is based on the number of weekly nonstop and connecting flights the airline operates. Connecting flights do not include interline routes.
Flight suggestions are based on an airline's cheapest round-trip fares from Bucharest to Budapest in the next 3 months. Prices include required taxes + fees for one adult. Optional charges and bag fees may apply.
Typical prices are based on fares observed in the past year for one-week round trips with the same origin, destination, and airline.
- TAROMNonstopfrom RON 780Typical price: RON 760–1,4507 weekly nonstop flightsOTP - BUDEvery Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun
- Wizz AirNonstopfrom RON 258Typical price: RON 245–5506 weekly nonstop flightsBBU - BUDEvery day41 weekly connecting flightsBBU, OTP - BUDEvery day
- LOTfrom RON 948Typical price: RON 1,000–1,55048 weekly connecting flightsOTP - BUDEvery day
- Lufthansafrom RON 777Typical price: RON 910–1,65047 weekly connecting flightsOTP - BUDEvery Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun
- Austrianfrom RON 768Typical price: RON 890–1,55043 weekly connecting flightsOTP - BUDEvery day
Popular airports near Bucharest
Distance and driving time are relative to the city center. Airports are listed based on distance from Bucharest center and popularity with travelers.
- Bucharest Henri Coandă International Airport (OTP)BucharestRomania37 min16 km
- Bucharest Băneasa - Aurel Vlaicu International Airport (BBU)BucharestRomania31 min8 km
- Craiova international Airport (CRA)CraiovaRomania2 hr 31 min176 km
- Brașov-Ghimbav International Airport (GHV)BrașovRomania2 hr 52 min149 km
Popular airports near Budapest
Distance and driving time are relative to the city center. Airports are listed based on distance from Budapest center and popularity with travelers.
- Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)BudapestHungary33 min17 km
- Vienna International Airport (VIE)ViennaAustria2 hr 25 min197 km
- M. R. Štefánik Airport Bratislava (BTS)BratislavaSlovakia2 hr 30 min155 km
- Košice International Airport (KSC) (KSC)KošiceSlovakia2 hr 51 min208 km
Frequently asked questions about flying from Bucharest to Budapest
The cheapest flights from Bucharest to Budapest are usually in January. Typical ticket prices in January range from RON 240 to RON 640.
The cheapest round-trip flight from Bucharest to Budapest recently found on Google Flights was with Wizz Air from RON 258. The cheapest one-way flight was with Wizz Air from RON 113.
Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
- The cheapest TAROM flight from Bucharest to Budapest is RON 780, flying from Feb 12 to Feb 15.
- The cheapest Wizz Air flight from Bucharest to Budapest is RON 258, flying from Jan 15 to Jan 18.
- The cheapest LOT flight from Bucharest to Budapest is RON 948, flying from Jan 17 to Jan 18.
- The cheapest Lufthansa flight from Bucharest to Budapest is RON 777, flying from Feb 6 to Feb 9.
- The cheapest Austrian flight from Bucharest to Budapest is RON 768, flying from Jan 29 to Feb 1.
The cheapest round-trip flight from Bucharest to Budapest starts at RON 258 from Thu, Jan 15 to Sun, Jan 18. The cheapest one-way flight starts at RON 113 and departs on Wed, Jan 7.
1 hr 25 min is the shortest flight time from Bucharest to Budapest.
Many travelers visit in spring or summer, when days are long and warm. Winter (Dec–Feb) is cold and often overcast. Budapest Spring Festival (Mar–Apr) features music, from opera to jazz, at several locations. Budapest Summer Festival (Jun–Aug) includes open-air opera on Margaret Island. Sziget (Aug) is a multistage international pop and rock music festival. St. Stephen's Day (Aug 20) sees crowds line the Pest embankment to watch a large fireworks display. Budapest Wine Festival (Sep) includes tastings and gastronomic events.
It's easy to use Google Flights to find the cheapest days to fly from Bucharest to Budapest.
Just click the Departure label near the top of the page to open the calendar. Choose a start date and a return date to see how the round-trip fare changes on those specific days.
Adjust the trip type to see one-way fares. The cheapest available flights are highlighted and easy to spot. Once you settle on dates, click the Search button to see flight options and book the deal.
You can also turn on price tracking to get alerts if the price changes for a route or flight.
Just click the Departure label near the top of the page to open the calendar. Choose a start date and a return date to see how the round-trip fare changes on those specific days.
Adjust the trip type to see one-way fares. The cheapest available flights are highlighted and easy to spot. Once you settle on dates, click the Search button to see flight options and book the deal.
You can also turn on price tracking to get alerts if the price changes for a route or flight.
What counts as the best airline for your flights from Bucharest to Budapest really depends on your individual needs. You may have a favorite carrier or a loyalty program you like, but price, convenience, and airports served also come into play. Flexibility and booking terms – Can you change flights if you want to stay longer or get a refund if you have to postpone your trip? – are also factors that help determine which airline is best to fly from Bucharest to Budapest.
In terms of nonstop flights, TAROM is the most popular. TAROM offers 7 nonstop flights per week. TAROM flies from Bucharest Henri Coandă International Airport (OTP) to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD).
In terms of flights, LOT is the most popular. LOT offers 48 connecting flights per week. LOT flies from Bucharest Henri Coandă International Airport (OTP) to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD).
Other popular airlines flying from Bucharest to Budapest are:
In terms of nonstop flights, TAROM is the most popular. TAROM offers 7 nonstop flights per week. TAROM flies from Bucharest Henri Coandă International Airport (OTP) to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD).
In terms of flights, LOT is the most popular. LOT offers 48 connecting flights per week. LOT flies from Bucharest Henri Coandă International Airport (OTP) to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD).
Other popular airlines flying from Bucharest to Budapest are:
- Wizz Air offers 6 nonstop flights and 41 connecting flights per week. Wizz Air flies from Bucharest Băneasa - Aurel Vlaicu International Airport (BBU), Bucharest Henri Coandă International Airport (OTP) to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD).
- Lufthansa offers 47 connecting flights per week. Lufthansa flies from Bucharest Henri Coandă International Airport (OTP) to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD).
- Austrian offers 43 connecting flights per week. Austrian flies from Bucharest Henri Coandă International Airport (OTP) to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD).
The cheapest round-trip flight from Bucharest to Budapest recently found on Google Flights was with Wizz Air from RON 258. The cheapest one-way flight was with Wizz Air from RON 113.
Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
- The cheapest TAROM flight from Bucharest to Budapest is RON 780, flying from Feb 12 to Feb 15.
- The cheapest Wizz Air flight from Bucharest to Budapest is RON 258, flying from Jan 15 to Jan 18.
- The cheapest LOT flight from Bucharest to Budapest is RON 948, flying from Jan 17 to Jan 18.
- The cheapest Lufthansa flight from Bucharest to Budapest is RON 777, flying from Feb 6 to Feb 9.
- The cheapest Austrian flight from Bucharest to Budapest is RON 768, flying from Jan 29 to Feb 1.
Wizz Air and TAROM fly direct from Bucharest to Budapest.
- There are 7 TAROM direct flights from Bucharest to Budapest per week. Flights are available on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday.
- There are 6 Wizz Air direct flights from Bucharest to Budapest per week. Flights are available every day.
The cheapest last-minute deal between Bucharest and Budapest at price RON 413 is offered by Wizz Air from Fri, Dec 26 to Mon, Dec 29.
Wizz Air and TAROM fly direct from Bucharest to Budapest.
- There are 7 TAROM direct flights from Bucharest to Budapest per week. Flights are available on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday.
- There are 6 Wizz Air direct flights from Bucharest to Budapest per week. Flights are available every day.
There are direct flights from Bucharest to Budapest on a daily basis.
The cheapest direct (nonstop) round-trip flights between Bucharest and Budapest start at RON 258 from Thu, Jan 15 to Sun, Jan 18 with Wizz Air.
It's easy to find nonstop flights with Google Flights! Once you've searched for flights from Bucharest to Budapest, just select the nonstop flights only option in the 'Stops’ filter in the search form and view all available direct flights and their prices.
The cheapest business class round-trip flights between Bucharest and Budapest start at RON 2,243 from Fri, Jan 16 to Sun, Jan 18 with LOT.
The cheapest economy class round-trip flights between Bucharest and Budapest start at RON 258 from Thu, Jan 15 to Sun, Jan 18.
To book business class trips from Bucharest to Budapest, look for the default Economy selection at the top, and change it to your desired cabin class such as Premium Economy, Business Class, or First Class. You can then select your departure and arrival dates, consider available options, and book your business travel.
You can also adjust the trip type to view one-way fares.
You can also adjust the trip type to view one-way fares.
The best last-minute getaway deal for the next weekend between Bucharest and Budapest starts at RON 413 from Fri, Dec 26 to Mon, Dec 29 with Wizz Air.
The cheapest last-minute deal between Bucharest and Budapest at price RON 413 is offered by Wizz Air from Fri, Dec 26 to Mon, Dec 29.
To find last-minute flight deals from Bucharest to Budapest, start by entering the city names, select the desired departure and return dates, and hit the Search button to view flight options.
You can check for last-minute flights for the same day or adjust the trip type to see one-way fares.
You can check for last-minute flights for the same day or adjust the trip type to see one-way fares.
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