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)
Reserve a hotel near BUD if you're catching a late Athens International Airport to Budapest Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Pick up a Budapest Airport rental car and discover Budapest and beyond with your own wheels. Klass Wagen, Dryyve and Green Motion are popular outlets you can book with here.
Booking your ride from Budapest Airport around four weeks in advance can help you get the best possible rate.
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.