BUD - DUB

$41 Find Cheap Flights from Budapest to Dublin - Compare and Save

1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Save 21% or more on flights. Compare deals from all over the web.

Never overpay with our price tracking tools.

Filter searches by price, airline and more to find your best flights.

Everything you should know

Cheapest round-trip
$81
Typical prices: $143-$254
Ryanair
Tue 11/27Fri 11/30
BUD - DUB • Non-stop
Cheapest one-way
$41
Typical prices: $93-$225
Ryanair
Tue 11/27
BUD - DUB • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with Ryanair and Aer Lingus. Average duration is 3h 13m
Direct flights
+1
Direct flights
+1
Avoid delays
Most punctual • 93% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
Insights
Insights
When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 7 weeks in advance save around 50% compared to booking last minute.
Insights
Insights
When to travel
Cheapest • 60% price drop
Most popular
Good to know
+1
Good to know
+1
Top layover airports
Cheapest • Avg $164 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 5h 13m (one-way)
Insights
Insights
Start a new search
KAYAK searches 100s of sites at once to find you the best travel deals.
We hope you love your trip to Dublin!
Flight Deals
Booking Insights
Expert advice
Flight Deals

Cheap Flights from Budapest to Dublin (BUD-DUB)

 
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent round-trip flight deals from Budapest to Dublin

Fri, Nov 27 - Mon, Nov 30
Ryanair Logo
10:30 am - 12:40 pmBUD  Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-DUB Dublin
3h 10mnonstop
Ryanair Logo
7:20 am - 11:15 amDUB  Dublin-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
2h 55mnonstop
$81Ryanair
Thu, Nov 12 - Tue, Nov 17
Ryanair Logo
9:05 pm - 11:15 pmBUD  Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-DUB Dublin
3h 10mnonstop
Ryanair Logo
11:00 am - 2:55 pmDUB  Dublin-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
2h 55mnonstop
$82Ryanair
Thu, Oct 15 - Mon, Oct 19
Ryanair Logo
5:50 am - 1:20 pmBUD  Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-DUB Dublin
8h 30m1 stop London Stansted
Ryanair Logo
5:55 pm - 9:50 pmDUB  Dublin-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
2h 55mnonstop
$101Ryanair
Thu, Nov 12 - Tue, Nov 17
Ryanair Logo
6:15 am - 8:25 amBUD  Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-DUB Dublin
3h 10mnonstop
Ryanair Logo
11:00 am - 2:55 pmDUB  Dublin-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
2h 55mnonstop
$102Ryanair
Wed, Oct 14 - Mon, Oct 19
Ryanair Logo
2:05 pm - 7:20 pmBUD  Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-DUB Dublin
6h 15m1 stop London Stansted
Ryanair Logo
5:55 pm - 9:50 pmDUB  Dublin-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
2h 55mnonstop
$105Ryanair
Fri, Oct 16 - Mon, Oct 19
Ryanair Logo
6:15 pm - 12:10 amBUD  Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-DUB Dublin
6h 55m1 stop London Stansted
Ryanair Logo
5:55 pm - 9:50 pmDUB  Dublin-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
2h 55mnonstop
$105Ryanair
Thu, Oct 15 - Mon, Oct 19
Ryanair Logo
5:50 am - 1:20 pmBUD  Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-DUB Dublin
8h 30m1 stop London Stansted
Ryanair Logo
5:55 pm - 9:50 pmDUB  Dublin-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
2h 55mnonstop
$108Ryanair
Sat, Oct 17 - Mon, Oct 19
Ryanair Logo
9:20 pm - 9:50 amBUD  Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-DUB Dublin
13h 30m1 stop London Stansted
Ryanair Logo
10:05 pm - 11:25 amDUB  Dublin-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
12h 20m1 stop London Stansted
$108Ryanair
Tue, Oct 13 - Tue, Oct 20
Multiple Airlines Logo
2:30 pm - 1:00 amBUD  Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-DUB Dublin
11h 30m1 stop Milan Malpensa
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:25 pm - 7:50 amDUB  Dublin-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
11h 25m1 stop Milan Malpensa
$109Multiple Airlines
Fri, Nov 27 - Mon, Nov 30
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:30 am - 12:40 pmBUD  Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-DUB Dublin
3h 10mnonstop
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:00 am - 5:35 pmDUB  Dublin-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
6h 35m1 stop Milan Malpensa
$109Multiple Airlines
Booking Insights

Price, demand and travel trends for Budapest to Dublin flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Budapest to Dublin with more confidence.

How much is a round-trip flight from Budapest to Dublin?

Round-trip flights from Budapest to Dublin start at $81. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $143 to $254. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $81 on Ryanair.

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

Friday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Budapest to Dublin, it is 14% cheaper than the average day. Tuesday is the most expensive day with flight prices 28% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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

  • January is the cheapest month to fly from Budapest to Dublin at $76 round-trip.
  • August ($272) and July ($248) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 257% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Budapest to Dublin the cheapest?

Flights from Budapest to Dublin are cheapest 7 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 50% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from Budapest to Dublin

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
Our travel experts
Marisa Garcia

Marisa Garcia

Expert on Aer Lingus

Marisa knows planes inside and out, spending 16 years working on aircraft in hangars at airports around the world. She is an aviation industry expert, specialized in airline interiors and regulations. Ten years ago, she pivoted to journalism. She shares her insights in leading aviation, travel, and business publications and on her site FlightChic.

Duncan Madden

Duncan Madden

Expert on Ryanair

Duncan is a freelance travel writer, copywriter and book author in constant search of travel stories and the perpetual sensation of being on holiday. He’s never happier than when on a dusty trail in search of empty waves or ducking under the piste tape in search of snowbound solitude. British born, living in Germany, but happiest heading for the horizon. His first book, Found in Translation, explores the etymologies and stories of country names around the world and is out now.

Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

Expert on DUB

An avid traveler and aviation expert who has visited 173 countries, all 50 states and seven continents, Ramsey Qubein flies nearly 400,000 miles a year. As a North Carolina-based freelance journalist for publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, USA Today and Bloomberg among others, he explores the latest trends in aviation, hospitality, cruises and business.

Yulia Denisyuk

Yulia Denisyuk

Expert on BUD

Yulia is a freelance journalist who’s dispatched from 90+ countries. Her work focuses on cultures, adventure trips and air travel, appearing in NatGeo, NYT, CNTraveler, and more. For past assignments, she’s stayed with nomads in Mongolia and learned the art of Imigongo in Rwanda. She’s based in Chicago; in winter she often questions that decision.

Key details for Budapest to Dublin flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$41
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 25% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 11% lower on average.
Flight from Budapest to Dublin

When to book flights from Budapest to Dublin

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Budapest to Dublin based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated round-trip price

Your Budapest to Dublin flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • How can I reach Budapest Airport from central Budapest?

    Besides travelling by taxi, the old heart of the dual centres of Buda and Pest is well connected to Budapest’s Ferenc Liszt International Airport. Budapesti Közlekedési Központ (BKK), which is the authority for public transport in the city of Budapest, has two express bus services on offer between the city and the airport. These are lines 100E and 200E. Buses on the 100E route provide service to the airport with just two stops, one at Kálvin tér (Calvin Square) and one at Deák Ferenc tér (Deák Ferenc Square). The latter is a major transport hub with connections to the Budapest metro system, as there is a metro station here. Bus tickets for this service cannot be procured through the normal ticketing channels, and must be bought on board. The cost is around Ft1,100 (€3). The service runs every 20min, from 03:40 to 01:50 daily. Buses on the 200E route run from Kőbánya-Kispest station, the last stop on the Budapest metro before the airport, all the way to the airport.

  • What is the quickest way to get from Dublin Airport to central Dublin?

    There are 700 buses that run between Dublin Airport and the city centre each day. It will cost around €3.50 to get from the airport to the heart of the city by bus, with a travel time of approximately 40min, depending on traffic. A taxi will be a lot faster and will get you there in around half the time (so 20min), but the cost is significantly higher, at around €25.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Budapest to Dublin flights?

    Among airlines operating Budapest to Dublin flights:

    • Ryanair: offers free seat selection
    • Aer Lingus: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

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

  • What airlines are available from Budapest to Dublin?

    2 airlines operate flights between Budapest and Dublin. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

    • Ryanair
    • Aer Lingus

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Budapest to Dublin?

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

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

    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
    • Aer Lingus: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

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

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Budapest to Dublin?

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Budapest to Dublin:

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Budapest to Dublin?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $164 round-trip via Charleroi Brussels (CRL), compared to $188 for nonstop.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Budapest to Dublin?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $28–$100 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 Budapest to Dublin?

    The Boeing 737 MAX 8 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Ryanair. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A320-100/200 variants.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Budapest to Dublin pass through?

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

    • Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) - 27% of one-stop connections
    • Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) - 27% of one-stop connections
    • Frankfurt am Main (FRA) - 23% of one-stop connections
    • Charleroi Brussels (CRL) - 14% of one-stop connections

    Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 33% on the Budapest to Dublin route. Friday is the cheapest departure day at $166 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $246, a difference of $80. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from Budapest to Dublin?

    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 Budapest to Dublin route, 16% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2 hours 0 minutes.

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

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Budapest to Dublin flights, with 100% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 0%, evening flights for 0%, and night flights for 0%.

  • What popular places can I visit in Dublin?

    Some of the most popular sights in Dublin are Dublin City Centre, Trinity College and St. Stephen's Green. These are among the most viewed places in Dublin on KAYAK.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Budapest to Dublin?

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

    • Earliest: departs at 5:50 am and lands at 9:03 am
    • Latest: departs at 10:00 pm and lands at 1:13 am.

    The flight takes about 3h 13m.

  • How expensive are last-minute Budapest to Dublin flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 28% above the route average of $191. Book 7 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from Budapest to Dublin?

    A nonstop flight from Budapest to Dublin takes 3h 13m, covering 1,188 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Budapest to Dublin?

    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 Budapest to Dublin looking right now?

    One-way fares from Budapest to Dublin are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $46, which is 70% below the typical average for this route.

  • How do delay rates compare for morning and evening flights from Budapest to Dublin?

    Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route. Delays tend to pile up throughout the day as one late flight pushes the next, so earlier departures are usually more reliable.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Budapest to Dublin?

    Flying via Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 13m, compared with 5h 21m via Frankfurt am Main (FRA) and 5h 26m via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS).

  • What is the time difference between Budapest and Dublin?

    Dublin is 1 hour behind Budapest (Irish Time vs Central European Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What car rental options are available at Dublin Airport (DUB)?

    Dublin Airport (DUB) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $4 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Budget
    • Sixt
    • Easirent
    • Europcar
    • Thrifty

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

    Round-trip flights from Budapest to Dublin range from $143 to $254, with an average of $191 over the past 12 months. Anything below $143 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Budapest to Dublin flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Friday departure instead of Tuesday. On this route, Friday flights average $166 - about $80 less than Tuesday (33% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 7 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 50% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Budapest to Dublin trip for January. Fares historically average $76 round-trip in that month - typically $196 less than the most expensive month, which is August (based on the last 12 months).
  • If arriving on time is high on your priority list, Aer Lingus is the strongest pick on this route. 93% of Aer Lingus flights from Budapest to Dublin arrived on time in the past 3 months, slightly above the route's average on-time arrival rate of 84%. When flights on this route do arrive late, the average delay is 2 hours, so choosing a carrier with strong on-time performance can make a difference on tight schedules.
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Charleroi Brussels Airport (CRL) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $164 round-trip on this route - about $24 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Dublin Airport.
    - Clayton Hotel Dublin Airport
    - Maldron Hotel Dublin Airport
    - Metro Hotel Dublin Airport
  • A non-stop service is offered from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) to Dublin Airport (DUB). Both the Irish national carrier, Aer Lingus, and Ireland’s low-cost airline, Ryanair, provide direct non-stop flights between the two capitals.
  • A taxi from Budapest central to Budapest Airport will cost approximately Ft10,000 (€27) and will take the same amount of time as a bus, which is around 35–40min.
  • Dublin Airport offers car hire facilities at both Terminals 1 and 2, as well as baby changing facilities next to all toilets.

Prefer to fly direct from Budapest to Dublin?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl Airport to Dublin Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl to Dublin

Monday

Ryanair,Aer Lingus

Ryanair,Aer Lingus

Tuesday

Ryanair

Ryanair

Wednesday

Aer Lingus,Ryanair

Aer Lingus,Ryanair

Thursday

Ryanair

Ryanair

Friday

Aer Lingus,Ryanair

Aer Lingus,Ryanair

Saturday

Ryanair

Ryanair

Sunday

Aer Lingus,Ryanair

Aer Lingus,Ryanair

See more direct flights

Direct returns

Dublin to Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Monday

Ryanair,Aer Lingus

Ryanair,Aer Lingus

Tuesday

Ryanair

Ryanair

Wednesday

Aer Lingus,Ryanair

Aer Lingus,Ryanair

Thursday

Ryanair

Ryanair

Friday

Aer Lingus,Ryanair

Aer Lingus,Ryanair

Saturday

Ryanair

Ryanair

Sunday

Aer Lingus,Ryanair

Aer Lingus,Ryanair

See more direct flights

More options for your flight from Budapest to Dublin

Complete your trip to Dublin with a hotel stay or car rental