Cheap Flights from Vienna to Budapest

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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Vienna to Budapest flights are currently cheapest in October.

Direct flights from Vienna to Budapest

Vienna to Budapest: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Vienna to Budapest below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Budapest.

Vienna to Budapest: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundج.م.‏ 2,448
Cheapest month to flyOctober
Average flight time49 mins
Most popular airlineAustrian Airlines
Average flights per week55

Finding cheap flights from Vienna to Budapest: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Vienna to Budapest is ج.م.‏ 7,090. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
49 minutes is the average flight time from Vienna to Budapest.
Austrian Airlines, Luxair and United fly direct from Vienna to Budapest.
As of May 2025, there are 55 flights per week flying from Vienna to Budapest.
The cheapest month to fly from Vienna to Budapest is usually May 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Vienna Airport to Budapest Airport on Wednesday, 25 June 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 49 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Budapest but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Budapest is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Ryanair and Austrian Airlines offer the cheapest flight tickets to Budapest.

Flying from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD): what you need to know

  • Around 45 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Vienna International Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport.

  • Vienna and Budapest share the UTC+1 timezone. This means there's no time difference to consider.

  • Every week, there are 58 Vienna International Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport flights. If you want to take off early, select the 09:50 Austrian flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before you fly, the latest flight is at 21:40 with Austrian.

  • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Be at the airport on time to catch your VIE to BUD flight.

  • You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months such as June. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.

  • Austrian offers direct flights from Vienna International Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to see the sights in Budapest — and maybe even more of Hungary if your schedule allows.

  • The airline with the highest number of bookings on this route is Austrian.

  • With a reliable 83.04% of services arriving on schedule, Austrian has the best on-time performance for VIE to BUD flights.

How to find the cheapest flights from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)

  • The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Vienna International Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport flight is ج.م.‏ 2,448. A round-trip ticket right now is ج.م.‏ 7,090. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.

  • Get cheap tickets from VIE to BUD by booking at least six months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.

  • The cheapest month for flights from Vienna International Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have flexible travel dates.

  • You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as there's a change in price on cheap flights from VIE to BUD.

  • Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Vienna International Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport.

Handy information about Vienna International Airport (VIE)

  • When it comes to Vienna International Airport's on-time performance, 78.59% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.

  • To get to Vienna International Airport from central Vienna, it takes around 30 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 23 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • Planning to catch public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour.

  • Need a convenient hotel near VIE? If you've booked an early flight from Vienna International Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure gate:

Arriving at Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)

Getting from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) to central Budapest

  • Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to the centre of Budapest has a drive time of around 30 minutes. It's approximately 24 kilometres away.

  • Getting there on public transport will take you around 1 hour.

When to fly to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)

  • July is the busiest month for flights from Vienna International Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport. To skip the crowds, visit Budapest in April.

  • Book your flight from Vienna International Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport for August if you want to explore Budapest during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 15ºC and 30ºC.

  • If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from VIE to BUD in January. Temperatures average between -8ºC and 6ºC then.

Explore more of Hungary

  • You've done Budapest, now it's time to explore more of Hungary. Travel about 193 kilometres east to Debrecen to check off its top attractions. From Deri Museum to Hortobagy National Park and Debrecen Zoo and Amusement Park, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.

  • If you're looking to explore another major destination in Hungary, consider Miskolc, about 145 kilometres north-east of Budapest. Galya-tető (Miskolc), DVTK Szabadidő Park and Munkástrón are highlights.

Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 45 days.