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Among airlines operating Budapest to Krakow flights:

• Wizz Air: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
• Ryanair: offers free seat selection

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

2 airlines operate flights between Budapest and Krakow. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

• Ryanair
• Wizz Air

Flights from Budapest to Krakow usually depart from Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl (BUD) and arrive at Krakow J. Paul II Balice (KRK).

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

• Wizz Air: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
• Ryanair: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class

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

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

On this route, direct flights are cheaper than stopover options on average. Direct fares average £45 return, compared with £199 via a stopover through Vienna Intl (VIE).

There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge £15–£74 for the first checked bag in Economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

The Airbus A321neo family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Wizz Air. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737 MAX 8 variants.

Connecting flights from Budapest to Krakow most commonly pass through:

• Warsaw Frederic Chopin (WAW) – 74% of one-stop connections
• Vienna Intl (VIE) – 26% of one-stop connections
Together, these airports account for 100% of one-stop bookings on this route.

Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 83% on the Budapest to Krakow route. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at £44 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at £256, a difference of £213. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

Afternoon is the busiest departure period on Budapest to Krakow flights, with 100% leaving in that window. Morning departures account for 0%, Evening flights for 0%, and Night flights for 0%.

Some of the most popular sights in Krakow are Krakow Old Town, Main Market Square, and Krakow City Centre. These are among the most viewed places in Krakow on KAYAK.

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

• Earliest: departs at 07:05 and lands at 08:18
• Latest: departs at 23:20 and lands at 00:33.

The flight takes about 1h 13m.

A direct flight from Budapest to Krakow takes 1h 13m, covering 184 miles.

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.

One-way fares from Budapest to Krakow are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £17, which is 70% below the typical average for this route.

Flying via Vienna Intl (VIE) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 3h 32m, compared to 3h 34m via Warsaw Frederic Chopin (WAW).

Krakow J. Paul II Balice Airport (KRK) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around £1 for economy cars. Top options include:
• Flex To Go
• Wheego
• Express Rent a Car
• Kaizen Rent A Car Inc
• Viaggiare Rent

Return flights from Budapest to Krakow range from £40 to £85, with an average of £49 over the past 12 months. Anything below £40 counts as a good deal.