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Flight deals from Athens International to Budapest

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Athens International Airport to Budapest Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $74. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Athens International to Budapest

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

Direct flights from Athens International to Budapest

Athens International to Budapest: Alternative routes

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

Athens to Budapest: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$32
Cheapest month to flyJune
Average flight time2 hrs, 5 mins
Most popular airlineAegean Airlines
Average flights per week20

Finding cheap flights from Athens International to Budapest: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Athens International to Budapest is $68. 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.
2 hours and 5 minutes is the average flight time from Athens International to Budapest.
Aegean Airlines, Ryanair and Wizz Air fly direct from Athens International to Budapest.
As of June 2026, there are 20 flights per week flying from Athens International to Budapest.
The cheapest month to fly from Athens International to Budapest is usually September.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Athens International Airport to Budapest Airport on Wednesday, 16 September 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 5 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, Wizz Air offers the cheapest flight tickets to Budapest.

Flying from Athens International Airport (ATH) to Budapest Airport (BUD): what you need to know

  • Hop on a direct flight from Athens International Airport to Budapest Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 2 hours 5 minutes.

  • Budapest is one hour behind Athens and follows the UTC+1 timezone.

  • Flights from ATH to BUD start from 05:50 — the earliest with Ryanair. The last departure is at 21:20 with Wizz Air. Overall, there are 20 weekly Athens International Airport to Budapest Airport flights.

  • Your ATH to BUD flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.

  • Be prepared for longer lines during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.

  • You can travel nonstop to Budapest, Hungary. Prepare for takeoff with one of these airlines that offer direct flights from Athens International Airport to Budapest Airport:

  • Ryanair is the airline with the highest passenger demand for this route.

  • With an impressive 81.33% of services arriving on schedule, Ryanair is the most punctual carrier operating ATH to BUD flights.

  • If you'd like to explore another city along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Athens International Airport to Budapest Airport. Here are the top stopovers between ATH and BUD:

    • Istanbul Airport

    • Crete Heraklion Airport

    • Mykonos Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Athens International Airport (ATH) to Budapest Airport (BUD)

  • The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Athens International Airport to Budapest Airport flight is $32. A round-trip plane ticket is currently $68. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.

  • To get your hands on cheap tickets from ATH to BUD, book in advance. Airlines usually offer lower fares when flights are first released.

  • Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Athens International Airport to Budapest Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest airfare across each month.

  • Getting your hands on cheap flights from ATH to BUD is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as there's a better deal.

  • Tailor your trip using filters. Select your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Athens International Airport to Budapest Airport.

Handy information about Athens International Airport (ATH)

  • Of the flights that depart from Athens International Airport, 76% arrive on time at their destination.

  • Central Athens to Athens International Airport is approximately 32 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 35 minutes to get there if you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving.

  • The journey on public transport takes about 40 minutes.

  • Looking for a handy hotel near ATH? If you're boarding an early flight from Athens International Airport to Budapest Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:

Arriving at Budapest Airport (BUD)

Getting from Budapest Airport (BUD) to central Budapest

  • From Budapest Airport, Budapest is approximately 16 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to drive to the centre.

  • If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of roughly 40 minutes.

When to fly to Budapest Airport (BUD)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Athens International Airport to Budapest Airport is March, while June is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Budapest based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.

  • When reserving your flight from Athens International Airport to Budapest Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Budapest, with the temperature ranging from 15ºC (59ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).

  • January has average temperatures of between -8ºC (18ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF). Look for cheap tickets from ATH to BUD around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.

Explore more of Hungary

  • Budapest is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Hungary you'll want to see. About 193 kilometres east of Budapest, a trip to Debrecen will keep you on the go. Start with leading sights like Hortobágy National Park, Nagyerdei Park and Debreceni Zsinagóga.

  • Miskolc is another sought-after destination in Hungary and is around 145 kilometres north-east of Budapest. No journey is complete without dropping by Miskolctapolca Cave Bath, Bukk National Park and Diósgyőr: Történelmi Emlékhely.

Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 12 days.