Which airlines fly from Vienna to Budapest?

2 airlines operate flights between Vienna and Budapest. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include: • Austrian Airlines • Air Algerie

Which airports can I use when flying from Vienna to Budapest?

Flights from Vienna to Budapest usually depart from Vienna Intl (VIE) and arrive at Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl (BUD).

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

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

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

The Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Air Algerie. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737-700 Passenger/BBJ1 (winglets) variants.

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

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 61% on flights from Vienna to Budapest. Sunday is the cheapest departure day at £116 return on average, while Monday is the most expensive at £297, a difference of £181. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

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

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

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.

What are the earliest and latest flights from Vienna to Budapest?

These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Vienna to Budapest: • Earliest: departs at 13:20 and lands at 14:11 • Latest: departs at 21:05 and lands at 21:56. The flight takes about 51m.

How long is a flight from Vienna to Budapest?

A direct flight from Vienna to Budapest takes 51m, covering 133 miles.

Do I need a passport to fly from Vienna 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 are flight prices from Vienna to Budapest looking right now?

One-way fares from Vienna to Budapest are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £103, which is 11% 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

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

Return flights from Vienna to Budapest range from £116 to £166, with an average of £128 over the past 12 months. Anything below £116 counts as a good deal.

How much is a return flight from Vienna to Budapest?

Return flights from Vienna to Budapest typically range from £116 to £166. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £111 on Ryanair.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Vienna to Budapest. It’s 10% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 130% higher.

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

•January is the cheapest month to fly from Vienna to Budapest at £114 return. •August (£253) and June (£243) are the most expensive months. •The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 123% on average. This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

Which airline is the cheapest to fly from Vienna to Budapest?

Ryanair (£111) and Austrian Airlines (£121) are the cheapest airlines to fly return from Vienna to Budapest according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

Which airline offers the most direct flights between Vienna and Budapest?

Austrian Airlines and Air Algerie offer the most frequent direct flights from Vienna to Budapest at 14 and 1 flight per week, respectively. Based on KAYAK flight data over the last 3 months.

How many direct flights run daily between Vienna and Budapest?

There are 2 to 3 flights per day from Vienna to Budapest, about 15 flights per week. Sunday has the most departures, with 20% of weekly flights.

What time of day do most flights depart from Vienna to Budapest?

Most direct flights from Vienna to Budapest depart in the afternoon, accounting for 50% of direct departures. Around 1 flights are scheduled in that window over the next three months.

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Thu, 5 Nov - Sun, 8 Nov

17:45 - 23:35VIE Vienna Intl-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

5h 50m1 stop Catania Fontanarossa

23:20 - 13:20BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-VIE Vienna Intl

14h 00m1 stop Krakow J. Paul II Balice

£111Ryanair

Sun, 6 Dec - Sun, 13 Dec

08:55 - 15:15VIE Vienna Intl-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

6h 20m1 stop Tirana Rinas

06:20 - 22:45BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-VIE Vienna Intl

16h 25m1 stop Thessaloniki Makedonia

£117Multiple Airlines

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21:05 - 21:55VIE Vienna Intl-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

0h 50mdirect

14:55 - 15:45BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-VIE Vienna Intl

0h 50mdirect

£121Austrian Airlines

Fri, 5 Feb - Sat, 27 Feb

13:20 - 14:10VIE Vienna Intl-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

0h 50mdirect

14:55 - 15:45BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-VIE Vienna Intl

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£123Austrian Airlines

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21:05 - 21:55VIE Vienna Intl-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

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07:50 - 08:40BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-VIE Vienna Intl

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£123Austrian Airlines

Thu, 5 Nov - Sun, 8 Nov

06:50 - 23:15VIE Vienna Intl-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

16h 25m2 stops Tirana Rinas Bari Palese

23:20 - 13:20BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-VIE Vienna Intl

14h 00m1 stop Krakow J. Paul II Balice

£129Ryanair

Sat, 7 Nov - Sun, 8 Nov

21:05 - 21:55VIE Vienna Intl-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

0h 50mdirect

14:55 - 15:45BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-VIE Vienna Intl

0h 50mdirect

£132Austrian Airlines

Fri, 18 Dec - Sat, 19 Dec

13:20 - 14:10VIE Vienna Intl-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

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14:55 - 15:45BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-VIE Vienna Intl

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£135Austrian Airlines

Sat, 21 Nov - Sun, 22 Nov

18:30 - 22:45VIE Vienna Intl-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

4h 15m1 stop Zurich

07:50 - 08:40BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-VIE Vienna Intl

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07:00 - 22:15VIE Vienna Intl-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

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23:20 - 13:20BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-VIE Vienna Intl

14h 00m1 stop Krakow J. Paul II Balice

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How much is a return flight from Vienna to Budapest? This analysis is based on the cheapest return price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Vienna to Budapest departing in November.
What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Vienna to Budapest?: Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Vienna to Budapest. It’s 10% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 130% higher.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Vienna to Budapest? KAYAK internal proprietary data takes all prices for each month over the last 12 months for return flights from Vienna to Budapest, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.: •January is the cheapest month to fly from Vienna to Budapest at £114 return.
•August (£253) and June (£243) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 123% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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What are the earliest and latest flights from Vienna to Budapest?
These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Vienna to Budapest:

• Earliest: departs at 13:20 and lands at 14:11
• Latest: departs at 21:05 and lands at 21:56.

The flight takes about 51m.
How long is a flight from Vienna to Budapest?
A direct flight from Vienna to Budapest takes 51m, covering 133 miles.
Do I need a passport to fly from Vienna 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 Vienna to Budapest flight?
Return flights from Vienna to Budapest range from £116 to £166, with an average of £128 over the past 12 months. Anything below £116 counts as a good deal.
What is the standard checked bag allowance on flights from Vienna 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 Vienna to Budapest?
The Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Air Algerie. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737-700 Passenger/BBJ1 (winglets) variants.
How are flight departures from Vienna to Budapest spread across the day?
Afternoon is the busiest departure period on Vienna to Budapest flights, with 50% leaving in that window. Night departures account for 50%, Morning flights for 0%, and Evening flights for 0%.
How are flight prices from Vienna to Budapest looking right now?
One-way fares from Vienna to Budapest are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £103, which is 11% 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 Vienna to Budapest?
Flights from Vienna to Budapest usually depart from Vienna Intl (VIE) and arrive at Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl (BUD).
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Vienna to Budapest?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 61% on flights from Vienna to Budapest. Sunday is the cheapest departure day at £116 return on average, while Monday is the most expensive at £297, a difference of £181.

Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.
Which airlines fly from Vienna to Budapest?
2 airlines operate flights between Vienna and Budapest. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

• Austrian Airlines
• Air Algerie
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 include bags at no extra cost on Vienna to Budapest flights?
Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• Austrian Airlines: 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.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Sunday departure and avoid flying on Monday. On this route, Sunday flights average £116, about £181 less than Monday fares (61% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your Vienna to Budapest trip for January. Fares historically average £114 return in that month – typically £140 less than the most expensive month, which is August (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

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