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Flight Duration3 h and 5 mFlights between Edinburgh and Budapest take, on average, 3 h and 5 m minutes, but the time can vary according to other factors

Cheapest flight£25Cheapest price for a flight between Edinburgh and Budapest found by our customers in the last 72 hours

Departing AirportTurnhouseThe airport Turnhouse is the departure airport operating flights between Edinburgh and Budapest

Arriving AirportFerihegyFlights departing Edinburgh with Budapest as destination arrive at Ferihegy

High seasonJuneAccording to search data from our customers, June is the busiest time to fly from Edinburgh to Budapest

Airlines flying this routeRyanairAirline(s) with flights between Edinburgh to Budapest

Best time to bookJuneAccording to real data June is the most popular time to book a flight to Budapest when departing from Edinburgh

Airlines that fly from Edinburgh to Budapest

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Currency and price comparison

TrainLocal, one-way ticket

48%Trains in Budapest are 48% cheaper than in Edinburgh.

Edinburgh£2.20

Budapest£1.15

MealMid-priced restaurant

49%A meal in Budapest is 49% cheaper than a meal in Edinburgh.

Edinburgh£18.00

Budapest£9.23

TaxiStandard daytime start rate

36%A taxi fare in Budapest is 36% cheaper than in Edinburgh.

Edinburgh£4.00

Budapest£2.54

CoffeeRegular cappuccino

41%Coffee in Budapest is 41% cheaper than in Edinburgh.

Edinburgh£3.92

Budapest£2.33

Exchange rate

1 GBP = 435.83 HUF

1 HUF = 0.01 GBP

Last checked on Fri 05/12

Distance: 1109 miles

Edinburgh airports

Turnhouse (EDI)How far from city centre: 6 miles

Budapest airports

Ferihegy (BUD)How far from city centre: 11 miles

Useful information to fly from Edinburgh to Budapest

If you're planning a trip from Edinburgh to Budapest, there are many flights available. The flight duration is approximately 2 hours and 45 minutes. While booking your flights to Budapest from Edinburgh, you can find cheap flights from Edinburgh to Budapest and cheap tickets to Budapest from Edinburgh on Opodo.

Time difference between Edinburgh and Budapest

Budapest is 1 hour ahead of Edinburgh. When planning your trip for flights to Budapest from Edinburgh, remember to check for any Daylight Savings Time differences that may affect your travel plans.

Best time to fly to Budapest

Budapest experiences a humid continental climate, with warm summers and cold winters. The average temperature in summer is around 21°C (70°F), while in winter it can drop to -1°C (30°F). For pleasant weather and fewer crowds, consider booking your flights to Budapest from Edinburgh in spring or autumn.

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Edinburgh airports

Edinburgh is served by one main passenger airport, offering a wide array of flights to Budapest. Whether you're seeking cheap flights from Edinburgh to Budapest or looking for the best deals on tickets to Budapest from Edinburgh, we've got you covered. Let's find out more about your flight options!

Airport information

Edinburgh Airport (EDI)

Edinburgh Airport (EDI) is the busiest airport in Scotland, located about 5 miles (8 km) west of the city centre. It serves as a hub for numerous airlines, providing travellers with a wide range of domestic and international flight options. With a variety of shops, restaurants, and amenities, EDI ensures a comfortable and convenient travel experience. You can easily find cheap flights to Budapest from Edinburgh departing from this airport.

Main airlines for this route

Here are the top 3 airlines offering flights from Edinburgh to Budapest:

Ryanair
easyJet
British Airways

Budapest airports

Budapest is served by Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD), the main international airport in Hungary. If you're looking for cheap flights to Budapest from Edinburgh or cheap tickets to Budapest from Edinburgh, this is the most convenient airport for your journey.

Airport information

Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)

Budapest Airport offers a range of facilities for travellers, including ATMs, exchange offices, restaurants, cafes, and shops. You can also find car hire services at the airport.

To get to the city centre from the airport, you have several options:

Public transportation: The 100E bus runs between the airport and the city centre and takes approximately 30 minutes. You can purchase a ticket from the ticket machines at the bus stop.
Taxi: Taxis are readily available outside the terminal buildings. The journey to the city centre takes around 25 minutes, depending on traffic.
Car: If you prefer to drive, you can hire a car at the airport. Several car hire companies operate at the airport, offering a range of vehicles to suit your needs. Book your car hire in Budapest with Opodo and enjoy a seamless travel experience.

What to do and see in Budapest

Budapest is a vibrant and exciting city with something to offer everyone. If you're thinking about booking flights to Budapest from Edinburgh, you'll find plenty to keep you entertained. Here are just a few of the many things you can see and do in the Hungarian capital:

Explore Buda Castle: Take a walk up Castle Hill to explore the historical Buda Castle, taking in stunning views of the city.
Relax at Széchenyi Thermal Baths: Indulge in a rejuvenating experience at the Széchenyi Thermal Baths, known for their medicinal waters and grand architecture.
Visit the Hungarian Parliament Building: Admire the architectural masterpiece of the Hungarian Parliament Building, a symbol of the city's rich history. For cheap flights to Budapest from Edinburgh, book with Opodo today and start planning your unforgettable trip!

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Frequently asked questions about flights from Edinburgh to Budapest

Is it possible to purchase a flexible ticket for my flight from Edinburgh to Budapest?

At Opodo we want to make sure that your travel plans are not affected by any cancelation as well as any possible restrictions Hungary may apply when travelling from Edinburgh. Is your flight cancelled? We've got your back! With our flexible ticket guarantee you can decide if you want to book another flight - free of rebooking fee - or get a full refund!

How can I find cheap flights from Edinburgh to Budapest at Opodo?

The cheapest price for a flight from Edinburgh to Budapest is 25 £. At Opodo we use different machine learned based methodologies to find our costumers the best option available, considering airline combinations, stopovers and direct flights as well as different criteria for inbound and outbound journeys.

Is Budapest expensive to visit compared to Edinburgh?

If you compare transportation prices, the taxi ride in Budapest costs an average of 2.54 GBP, 36% cheaper than Edinburgh, with a fare of 4.00 GBP,

While train tickets costs 48% less in Budapest: 1.15 GBP against 2.20 GBP in Edinburgh.

If you compare the price of a lunch meal, however, you can find it from 9.23 GBP in Budapest, 49% less than the 18.00 GBP in Edinburgh.

The price of the coffee is around 41% cheaper in Budapest, with an average of 2.33 GBP, while in Edinburgh the coffee costs 3.92 GBP.

When is the best time to book a flight from Edinburgh to Budapest?

The most popular months to book a flight from Edinburgh to Budapest are December, November and July, based on the searches of our customers.

When is the best time to travel from Edinburgh to Budapest?

The best time of the year to go to Budapest when flying from Edinburgh depends on several preference factors like climate, seasonality and, of course, price. When it comes to popularity, December is the top 1º month to fly to Budapest from Edinburgh in terms of searches from our customer, followed by July and August. If you prefer to avoid high peaks of turism, however, and escape a crowded period, January, November and March are the months with less volume of searchs for the route Edinburgh - Budapest.

How long does the flight take to go from Edinburgh to Budapest?

The total flight time between Edinburgh and Budapest is of around 03:05 hours on average, considering an average distance of 1,832 km, for both direct and indirect flights for the route (which may have 1 or more stops in other cities in between).

How is the weather in Budapest compared to Edinburgh?

While in Edinburgh the temperatures can reach an average of 24.09 ºC in summer, with precipitation levels up to 3 mm ,Budapest's temperatures can go up to 33.95 ºC during the hot season, with 6 mm average of rain rate . In winter, however, weather indicators show around -9.36 ºC in Budapest, compared to the -4.11 ºC average degrees reported in Edinburgh. During the winter period, Edinburgh can register 3 mm precipitation, while Budapest have an average of 3 mm rain level.

Which airports have flights between Edinburgh and Budapest?

The main airport route flying between Edinburgh and Budapest is: Turnhouse (EDI) to Ferihegy (BUD). This route is covered by the following airline(s):

Ryanair.

Klm Royal Dutch Airlines.

Eurowings.

Which are the airlines with flights from Edinburgh to Budapest?

Airlines with direct flights departing from Edinburgh to Budapest are:

Ryanair.
Jet2.Com.
Wizz Air.

Eurowings, stopping in Cologne-Bonn for 150 minutes minimum.

Klm Royal Dutch Airlines, with 135 minutes scale in Amsterdam.
Lufthansa, with 180 minutes scale in Munich.

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