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

• Earliest: departs at 09:00 and lands at 10:10
• Latest: departs at 21:45 and lands at 22:55.

The flight takes about 1h 10m.

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

A direct flight from Krakow to Budapest takes 1h 10m, 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.

Return flights from Krakow to Budapest range from £44 to £101, with an average of £65 over the past 12 months. Anything below £44 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 94% above the £65 route average. Book 21 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, direct flights are cheaper than stopover options on average. Direct fares average £58 return, compared with £95 via a stopover through Tirana Rinas (TIA).

There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge £13–£75 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 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) variants.

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

One-way fares from Krakow to Budapest are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £47, which is 10% above the typical average for this route.

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl Airport (BUD) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around £24 for economy cars. Top options include:

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

Night flights have the fewest delays on this route, while morning departures tend to have the most.

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 Krakow to Budapest route, 5% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 1h 54m.

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

• Warsaw Frederic Chopin (WAW) – 95% of one-stop connections
• Vienna Intl (VIE) – 3% of one-stop connections
• Tirana Rinas (TIA) – 2% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 76% on flights from Krakow to Budapest. Monday is the cheapest departure day at £45 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at £184, a difference of £139.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

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

• Ryanair
• Wizz Air

Flying via Vienna Intl (VIE) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 3h 02m, compared to 3h 40m via Warsaw Frederic Chopin (WAW) and 7h 55m via Tirana Rinas (TIA).

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.

Among airlines operating Krakow to Budapest flights:

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

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

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

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

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