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Cheapest round-trip
$90
Typical prices: $160-$284
Ryanair
Tue 11/20Thu 11/22
BUD - EDI • Non-stop
Cheapest one-way
$30
Typical prices: $96-$202
Ryanair
Fri 11/9
BUD - EDI • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with Ryanair. Average duration is 3h 05m
Direct flights
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 9 weeks in advance save around 30% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 50% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $129 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 4h 39m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Budapest to Edinburgh (BUD-EDI)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Budapest to Edinburgh

Fri, Nov 20 - Sun, Nov 22
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8:25 pm - 10:30 pmBUD  Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
3h 05mnonstop
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8:35 am - 12:25 pmEDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
2h 50mnonstop
$90Ryanair
Fri, Nov 20 - Sun, Nov 22
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8:25 pm - 10:30 pmBUD  Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
3h 05mnonstop
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8:35 am - 12:25 pmEDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
2h 50mnonstop
$98Ryanair
Fri, Nov 20 - Sun, Nov 22
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8:25 pm - 10:30 pmBUD  Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
3h 05mnonstop
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8:35 am - 12:25 pmEDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
2h 50mnonstop
$101Ryanair
Sun, Nov 29 - Tue, Dec 8
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6:05 am - 8:10 amBUD  Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
3h 05mnonstop
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4:20 pm - 8:10 pmEDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
2h 50mnonstop
$102Ryanair
Fri, Nov 13 - Tue, Nov 17
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8:25 pm - 10:30 pmBUD  Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
3h 05mnonstop
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4:20 pm - 8:10 pmEDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
2h 50mnonstop
$119Ryanair
Sat, Dec 5 - Tue, Dec 8
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6:25 pm - 8:30 pmBUD  Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
3h 05mnonstop
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4:20 pm - 8:10 pmEDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
2h 50mnonstop
$122Ryanair
Wed, Nov 11 - Sun, Nov 15
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4:30 pm - 6:35 pmBUD  Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
3h 05mnonstop
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12:30 pm - 4:20 pmEDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
2h 50mnonstop
$126Ryanair
Sat, Dec 5 - Tue, Dec 8
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7:20 pm - 7:45 amBUD  Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
13h 25m1 stop Bergamo Orio Al Serio
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4:20 pm - 8:10 pmEDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
2h 50mnonstop
$128Ryanair
Sun, Nov 29 - Tue, Dec 8
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6:05 am - 8:10 amBUD  Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
3h 05mnonstop
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5:40 pm - 11:50 pmEDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
5h 10m1 stop London Stansted
$130Multiple Airlines
Fri, Nov 13 - Tue, Nov 17
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8:25 pm - 10:30 pmBUD  Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
3h 05mnonstop
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5:40 pm - 11:50 pmEDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
5h 10m1 stop London Stansted
$137Multiple Airlines
Booking Insights

Price, demand and travel trends for Budapest to Edinburgh flights

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

Round-trip flights from Budapest to Edinburgh typically range from $160 to $284. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $90, on Ryanair.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Friday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Budapest to Edinburgh. It’s 25% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 46% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Budapest to Edinburgh?

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Budapest to Edinburgh at $114 round-trip.
•May ($293) and August ($282) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 157% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Budapest to Edinburgh the cheapest?

Flights from Budapest to Edinburgh are cheapest 9 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 30% 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 Edinburgh

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

John Walton

John Walton

Expert on EDI

Independent aviation journalist John Walton took his first flight at eight weeks old and hasn’t stopped travelling since. A world-renowned expert in airlines and the passenger experience, he writes in depth on aviation, is a resident expert on travel in Japan and France, and offers a uniquely queer perspective on travelling the world.

Key details for Budapest to Edinburgh flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$30
Beat the crowds with an average 60% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 41% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Budapest to Edinburgh

When to book flights from Budapest to Edinburgh

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Budapest to Edinburgh based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Budapest to Edinburgh flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

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

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

    • Earliest: departs at 6:05 am and lands at 9:10 am
    • Latest: departs at 8:35 pm and lands at 11:40 pm.

    The flight takes about 3h 05m.

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

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Budapest to Edinburgh.

  • How long is a flight from Budapest to Edinburgh?

    A nonstop flight from Budapest to Edinburgh takes 3h 05m, covering 1,125 miles.

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

    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 Budapest to Edinburgh flight?

    Round-trip flights from Budapest to Edinburgh range from $160 to $284, with an average of $227 over the past 12 months. Anything below $160 counts as a good deal.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) are 5% below the route average of $227. Booking late can sometimes save you money, but inventory is limited.

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

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $129 round-trip via London Stansted (STN), compared to $221 for nonstop.

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

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $23–$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 Edinburgh?

    The Boeing 737 MAX 8 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Ryanair. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) variants.

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

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

  • How are flight prices from Budapest to Edinburgh looking right now?

    One-way fares from Budapest to Edinburgh are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $48, which is 66% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport (EDI)?

    Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport (EDI) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $45 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • GREEN MOTION
    • DRIVALIA
    • Alamo
    • Europcar
    • Budget

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

    Flights from Budapest to Edinburgh usually depart from Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl (BUD) and arrive at Edinburgh Turnhouse (EDI).

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

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

    • Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) - 42% of one-stop connections
    • Frankfurt am Main (FRA) - 21% of one-stop connections
    • London Heathrow (LHR) - 21% of one-stop connections
    • Kastrup Copenhagen (CPH) - 5% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 49% on flights from Budapest to Edinburgh. Friday is the cheapest departure day at $171 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $332, a difference of $161.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What airlines fly from Budapest to Edinburgh?

    Only Ryanair operates flights between Budapest and Edinburgh.

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

    Flying via Kastrup Copenhagen (CPH) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 39m, compared with 5h 04m via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) and 5h 06m via London Luton (LTN).

  • What is the time difference between Budapest and Edinburgh?

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

  • What popular places can I visit in Edinburgh?

    Some of the most popular sights in Edinburgh are Edinburgh Castle, St. Andrew Square and Easter Road Stadium. These are among the most viewed places in Edinburgh on KAYAK.

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

    Among airlines operating Budapest to Edinburgh flights:

    • Ryanair: offers free seat selection

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

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Budapest to Edinburgh 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

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

Your guide to booking Budapest to Edinburgh flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Friday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Friday flights average $171, about $161 less than Sunday fares (48% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 9 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 30% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Budapest to Edinburgh trip for February. Fares historically average $114 round-trip in that month - typically $179 less than the most expensive month, which is May (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through London Stansted Airport (STN) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $129 round-trip on this route - about $92 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 Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport.

    • DoubleTree by Hilton Edinburgh Airport
    • Moxy Edinburgh Airport
    • Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh Airport by IHG

Prefer to fly direct from Budapest to Edinburgh?

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

Direct departures

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl to Edinburgh Turnhouse

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Friday

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Direct returns

Edinburgh Turnhouse to Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

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Tuesday

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Thursday

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Friday

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Saturday

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