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Cheapest return flight
£161
Typical prices: £187-£282
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Thu 4/1Tue 9/1
AMS - BUD • 1 stop
Cheapest direct flights
£164
Typical prices: £187-£279
KLM
Wed 14/11Fri 16/11
AMS - BUD • Direct
Direct flights
You can fly direct with KLM. Average duration is 1h 59m
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Avoid delays
Most punctual • 77% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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When to book
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Our data shows that travellers who book at least 24 weeks in advance save around 44% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
Cheapest • 16% price drop
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Top stopover airports
Cheapest • Avg £136 (return)
Shortest trip • 4h 57m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Amsterdam to Budapest (AMS-BUD)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Amsterdam to Budapest

Mon, 4 Jan - Sat, 9 Jan
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19:45 - 08:45AMS  Amsterdam Schiphol-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
13h 00m1 stop Bucharest Otopeni Intl
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12:55 - 18:55BUD  Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-AMS Amsterdam Schiphol
6h 00m1 stop Warsaw Frederic Chopin
£161Multiple Airlines
Mon, 16 Nov - Thu, 19 Nov
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12:40 - 22:50AMS  Amsterdam Schiphol-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
10h 10m2 stops Dublin Krakow J. Paul II Balice
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15:05 - 20:20BUD  Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-AMS Amsterdam Schiphol
5h 15m1 stop Milan Malpensa
£162Multiple Airlines
Sun, 8 Nov - Wed, 11 Nov
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07:20 - 15:15AMS  Amsterdam Schiphol-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
7h 55m1 stop Václav Havel Prague
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08:00 - 16:10BUD  Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-AMS Amsterdam Schiphol
8h 10m1 stop Dublin
£163Multiple Airlines
Sat, 14 Nov - Mon, 16 Nov
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21:10 - 23:10AMS  Amsterdam Schiphol-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
2h 00mdirect
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06:30 - 08:45BUD  Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-AMS Amsterdam Schiphol
2h 15mdirect
£164KLM
Thu, 11 Feb - Tue, 16 Feb
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21:30 - 23:30AMS  Amsterdam Schiphol-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
2h 00mdirect
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12:25 - 14:35BUD  Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-AMS Amsterdam Schiphol
2h 10mdirect
£164KLM
Thu, 11 Feb - Wed, 17 Feb
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09:30 - 11:30AMS  Amsterdam Schiphol-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
2h 00mdirect
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12:25 - 14:35BUD  Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-AMS Amsterdam Schiphol
2h 10mdirect
£164KLM
Thu, 11 Feb - Tue, 16 Feb
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21:30 - 23:30AMS  Amsterdam Schiphol-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
2h 00mdirect
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12:25 - 14:35BUD  Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-AMS Amsterdam Schiphol
2h 10mdirect
£164KLM
Thu, 11 Feb - Sun, 14 Feb
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21:30 - 23:30AMS  Amsterdam Schiphol-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
2h 00mdirect
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06:30 - 08:45BUD  Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-AMS Amsterdam Schiphol
2h 15mdirect
£164KLM
Wed, 2 Dec - Mon, 7 Dec
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14:30 - 16:25AMS  Amsterdam Schiphol-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
1h 55mdirect
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12:25 - 14:35BUD  Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-AMS Amsterdam Schiphol
2h 10mdirect
£164KLM
Mon, 23 Nov - Tue, 24 Nov
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12:40 - 21:35AMS  Amsterdam Schiphol-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
8h 55m1 stop Dublin
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06:00 - 15:55BUD  Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-AMS Amsterdam Schiphol
9h 55m2 stops London Stansted Dublin
£165Ryanair
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Amsterdam to Budapest flights

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What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Amsterdam to Budapest?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Amsterdam to Budapest. It’s 7% cheaper than the average day, while Friday is the most expensive, with prices 4% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Amsterdam to Budapest?

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Amsterdam to Budapest at £190 return.
•May (£275) and April (£252) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 44% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Amsterdam to Budapest the cheapest?

Flights from Amsterdam to Budapest are cheapest 24 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 44% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from Amsterdam to Budapest

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
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Yulia Denisyuk

Yulia Denisyuk

Expert on BUD

Yulia is a freelance journalist who’s dispatched from 90+ countries. Her work focuses on cultures, adventure trips and air travel, appearing in NatGeo, NYT, CNTraveler, and more. For past assignments, she’s stayed with nomads in Mongolia and learned the art of Imigongo in Rwanda. She’s based in Chicago; in winter she often questions that decision.

Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor

Expert on AMS

Blane Bachelor is a journalist and editor specialising in travel and aviation who writes regularly for top global outlets. Born and raised in Florida, Blane has worked and lived in four countries, including the Netherlands, where she’s currently based with her family. Her favourite way to get to know a new destination is by running or riding a bike around town – or hearing a spooky ghost story about local history.

Key details for Amsterdam to Budapest flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

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Beat the crowds with an average 36% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 29% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Amsterdam to Budapest

When to book flights from Amsterdam to Budapest

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Amsterdam to Budapest based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Amsterdam to Budapest flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Amsterdam to Budapest?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Amsterdam to Budapest:

    • Earliest: departs at 08:40 and lands at 10:39
    • Latest: departs at 21:30 and lands at 23:29.

    The flight takes about 1h 59m.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Amsterdam to Budapest?

    Only Economy class is available on flights from Amsterdam to Budapest.

  • How long is a flight from Amsterdam to Budapest?

    A direct flight from Amsterdam to Budapest takes 1h 59m, covering 725 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Amsterdam to Budapest?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Amsterdam to Budapest flight?

    Return flights from Amsterdam to Budapest range from £187 to £282, with an average of £227 over the past 12 months. Anything below £187 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Amsterdam to Budapest flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 41% above the £227 route average. Book 24 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by having a stopover when flying from Amsterdam to Budapest?

    On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average £136 return via Kastrup Copenhagen (CPH), compared with £226 for direct.

  • How does on-time performance compare across airlines flying from Amsterdam to Budapest?

    KLM is the only airline operating Amsterdam to Budapest flights. 77% of its flights are on time.

  • What is the standard checked bag allowance on flights from Amsterdam to Budapest?

    There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge £26–£75 for the first checked bag in Economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Amsterdam to Budapest?

    The Airbus A321neo family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by KLM and Wizz Air. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) variants.

  • How are flight departures from Amsterdam to Budapest spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Amsterdam to Budapest flights, with 50% leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 25%, Night flights for 25%, and Evening flights for 0%.

  • How are flight prices from Amsterdam to Budapest looking right now?

    One-way fares from Amsterdam to Budapest are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £88, which is 50% below the typical average for this route.

  • Which car hire options are available at Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl Airport (BUD)?

    Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl Airport (BUD) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around £4 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Klass Wagen
    • Dryyve
    • GREEN MOTION
    • SURPRICE CAR RENTAL
    • Sixt

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Amsterdam to Budapest?

    Flights from Amsterdam to Budapest usually depart from Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) and arrive at Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl (BUD).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Amsterdam to Budapest?

    Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route, while night departures tend to have the most.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed on the route from Amsterdam to Budapest?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Amsterdam to Budapest route, 23% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 1h 27m.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Amsterdam to Budapest pass through?

    One-stop flights from Amsterdam to Budapest most commonly connect through:

    • Belgrade Nikola Tesla (BEG) – 17% of one-stop connections
    • Warsaw Frederic Chopin (WAW) – 17% of one-stop connections
    • Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) – 15% of one-stop connections
    • Vienna Intl (VIE) – 15% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Amsterdam to Budapest?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 12% on flights from Amsterdam to Budapest. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at £212 return on average, while Friday is the most expensive at £238, a difference of £26.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • Which airlines fly from Amsterdam to Budapest?

    Only KLM operates flights between Amsterdam and Budapest.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Amsterdam to Budapest?

    Flying via Vienna Intl (VIE) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 4h 57m, compared to 5h 28m via Warsaw Frederic Chopin (WAW) and 5h 32m via Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC).

  • What popular places can I visit in Budapest?

    Some of the most popular sights in Budapest are Ferenc Deak Square, Puskás Aréna, and Buda Castle. These are among the most viewed places in Budapest on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Amsterdam to Budapest flights?

    Among airlines operating Amsterdam to Budapest flights:

    • KLM: offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Amsterdam to Budapest flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • KLM: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
    • Scandinavian Airlines: a cabin bag in Economy class class

    Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking Amsterdam to Budapest flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Saturday departure and avoid flying on Friday. On this route, Saturday flights average £212, about £26 less than Friday fares (11% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 24 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 44% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Amsterdam to Budapest trip for February. Fares historically average £190 return in that month – typically £85 less than the most expensive month, which is May (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Kastrup Copenhagen Airport (CPH) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest stopover option averages £136 return on this route – about £90 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl Airport.

    • ibis Styles Budapest Airport
    • Hotel Ferihegy

Prefer to fly direct from Amsterdam to Budapest?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Amsterdam Schiphol to Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

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Thursday

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Friday

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Saturday

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Sunday

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Direct returns

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl to Amsterdam Schiphol

Monday

KLM

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

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Thursday

KLM

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Friday

KLM

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Saturday

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Sunday

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