Flying from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Budapest Airport (BUD): what you need to know
Around 3 hours 5 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Dublin Airport to Budapest Airport.
Budapest's timezone is UTC+1, which makes Budapest one hour ahead of Dublin.
Flights from DUB to BUD start at 06:15 — the first with Aer Lingus. The last service of the day is at 19:35 with Ryanair. In total, you can choose from 14 weekly Dublin Airport to Budapest Airport flights.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your DUB to BUD flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.
Ryanair is your gateway to discovering Budapest (and perhaps some other great corners of Hungary!). Check out the direct flights from Dublin Airport to Budapest Airport offered by this carrier.
Ryanair tops the list for bookings on this route.
Ryanair is the most punctual carrier that offers DUB to BUD flights. A dependable 89.72% of its services on this route arrive without delay.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Dublin Airport to Budapest Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Some great stopovers between DUB and BUD include:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
Manchester Airport
London Luton Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Budapest Airport (BUD)
Right now, ج.م. 2,079 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Dublin Airport to Budapest Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is ج.م. 4,729. Remember that fares can change due to demand when booking.
Book eight months before your departure date. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from DUB to BUD.
The cheapest month for flights from Dublin Airport to Budapest Airport is January. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have flexible dates.
You don't need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as there's a better deal on cheap flights from DUB to BUD.
Tailor your trip with filters. Select your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Dublin Airport to Budapest Airport.
Handy information about Dublin Airport (DUB)
Of all flights leaving Dublin Airport, 77% land on schedule at their destination.
Dublin Airport is around 11 kilometres from central Dublin. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Expect a journey time of around 30 minutes when using public transport.
Looking for a handy hotel close to DUB? If you've booked an early flight from Dublin Airport to Budapest Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Budapest Airport (BUD)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Dublin Airport to Budapest Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near BUD instead:
Pick up a Budapest Airport rental car and explore Budapest and beyond with your own set of wheels. Klass Wagen, Dryyve and Green Motion are well-known companies you can book with here.
To get the best deal, book your vehicle from Budapest Airport about four weeks before you set off.
When to fly to Budapest Airport (BUD)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Dublin Airport to Budapest Airport. June is the busiest month to visit Budapest. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in March.
Before locking in your flight from Dublin Airport to Budapest Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Budapest, with temperatures ranging from 15ºC to 33ºC.
January has average temperatures of between -8ºC and 6ºC. Look for cheap tickets from DUB to BUD around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Hungary
You've visited Budapest, now it's time to discover other corners of Hungary. Travel about 193 kilometres east to Debrecen to check off its leading attractions. From Hortobágy National Park to Nagyerdei Park and Debreceni Zsinagóga, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If you're ready to explore another major stop in Hungary, head for Miskolc, roughly 145 kilometres north-east of Budapest. Miskolctapolca Cave Bath, Bukk National Park and Diósgyőr: Történelmi Emlékhely are among its highlights.
