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Cheapest round-trip
$173
Typical prices: $184-$274
Multiple Airlines
Mon 11/19Thu 11/22
BUD - FRA • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$244
Typical prices: $183-$274
Lufthansa
Mon 11/19Thu 11/22
BUD - FRA • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with Lufthansa and Condor. Average duration is 1h 45m
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Avoid delays
Most punctual • 90% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 24 weeks in advance save around 44% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
Cheapest • 18% price drop
Most popular
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Cheapest • Avg $251 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 3h 14m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Budapest to Frankfurt am Main (BUD-FRA)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Budapest to Frankfurt am Main

Thu, Nov 19 - Sun, Nov 22
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9:55 pm - 8:20 amBUD  Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-FRA Frankfurt am Main
10h 25m1 stop Milan Malpensa
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9:10 am - 11:55 pmFRA  Frankfurt am Main-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
14h 45m1 stop Milan Linate
$173Multiple Airlines
Thu, Nov 19 - Sun, Nov 22
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9:55 pm - 8:20 amBUD  Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-FRA Frankfurt am Main
10h 25m1 stop Milan Malpensa
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9:10 am - 11:55 pmFRA  Frankfurt am Main-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
14h 45m1 stop Milan Linate
$175Multiple Airlines
Thu, Nov 19 - Sun, Nov 22
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9:55 pm - 8:20 amBUD  Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-FRA Frankfurt am Main
10h 25m1 stop Milan Malpensa
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9:10 am - 11:55 pmFRA  Frankfurt am Main-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
14h 45m1 stop Milan Linate
$177Multiple Airlines
Tue, Nov 10 - Tue, Nov 17
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7:00 pm - 8:40 amBUD  Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-FRA Frankfurt am Main
13h 40m1 stop Rome Fiumicino
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9:20 am - 11:20 pmFRA  Frankfurt am Main-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
14h 00m1 stop Rome Fiumicino
$184Multiple Airlines
Tue, Nov 10 - Tue, Nov 17
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7:00 pm - 8:40 amBUD  Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-FRA Frankfurt am Main
13h 40m1 stop Rome Fiumicino
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9:20 am - 11:20 pmFRA  Frankfurt am Main-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
14h 00m1 stop Rome Fiumicino
$188Multiple Airlines
Mon, Nov 2 - Thu, Nov 5
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12:55 pm - 8:20 amBUD  Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-FRA Frankfurt am Main
19h 25m1 stop Milan Malpensa
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9:50 am - 2:40 pmFRA  Frankfurt am Main-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
4h 50m1 stop Belgrade Nikola Tesla
$195Multiple Airlines
Tue, Nov 17 - Mon, Nov 23
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7:00 pm - 8:40 amBUD  Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-FRA Frankfurt am Main
13h 40m1 stop Rome Fiumicino
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9:50 am - 2:40 pmFRA  Frankfurt am Main-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
4h 50m1 stop Belgrade Nikola Tesla
$199Multiple Airlines
Wed, Dec 2 - Wed, Dec 9
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3:10 pm - 7:40 pmBUD  Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-FRA Frankfurt am Main
4h 30m1 stop Belgrade Nikola Tesla
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8:25 pm - 10:55 amFRA  Frankfurt am Main-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
14h 30m1 stop Belgrade Nikola Tesla
$207Air Serbia
Thu, Nov 19 - Sun, Nov 22
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10:00 am - 11:45 amBUD  Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-FRA Frankfurt am Main
1h 45mnonstop
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10:05 pm - 11:40 pmFRA  Frankfurt am Main-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
1h 35mnonstop
$244Lufthansa
Mon, Nov 30 - Mon, Dec 7
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11:40 am - 1:25 pmBUD  Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-FRA Frankfurt am Main
1h 45mnonstop
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10:05 pm - 11:40 pmFRA  Frankfurt am Main-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
1h 35mnonstop
$244Lufthansa
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Price, demand and travel trends for Budapest to Frankfurt am Main Airport flights

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What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Budapest to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Friday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Budapest to Frankfurt am Main Airport. It’s 15% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 18% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Budapest to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

•July is the cheapest month to fly from Budapest to Frankfurt am Main Airport at $179 round-trip.
•March ($315) and December ($267) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 75% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Budapest to Frankfurt am Main Airport the cheapest?

Flights from Budapest to Frankfurt am Main Airport are cheapest 24 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 44% 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 Frankfurt am Main

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

Stefanie Waldek

Expert on United Airlines

Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or on the sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

Jessica Macdonald

Jessica Macdonald

Expert on Lufthansa

Currently based in Scotland after living in South Africa and the United States, Jessica has been writing travel and aviation content for more than 10 years. She regularly contributes to Travel + Leisure and TripSavvy, and has had work published by Condé Nast Traveller and The Independent. She has traveled to more than 50 countries across six continents.

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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.

Duncan Madden

Duncan Madden

Expert on FRA

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.

Key details for Budapest to Frankfurt am Main Airport flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$85
Beat the crowds with an average 33% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 37% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Budapest to Frankfurt am Main Airport

When to book flights from Budapest to Frankfurt am Main

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Your Budapest to Frankfurt am Main Airport 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 Frankfurt am Main Airport?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Budapest to Frankfurt am Main Airport:

    • Earliest: departs at 5:55 am and lands at 7:40 am
    • Latest: departs at 7:35 pm and lands at 9:20 pm.

    The flight takes about 1h 45m.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Budapest to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Budapest to Frankfurt am Main Airport:

    • Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • How long is a flight from Budapest to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

    A nonstop flight from Budapest to Frankfurt am Main Airport takes 1h 45m, covering 519 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Budapest to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

    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 Frankfurt am Main Airport flight?

    Round-trip flights from Budapest to Frankfurt am Main Airport range from $184 to $274, with an average of $220 over the past 12 months. Anything below $184 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Budapest to Frankfurt am Main Airport flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 14% above the $220 route average. Book 24 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Budapest to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

    On this route, nonstop flights are cheaper than layover options on average. Nonstop fares average $219 round-trip, compared to $251 via a layover through Warsaw Frederic Chopin (WAW).

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Budapest to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $39–$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 Frankfurt am Main Airport?

    The Airbus A319 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Condor and Lufthansa. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A321-100/200 variants.

  • How are flight departures from Budapest to Frankfurt am Main Airport spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Budapest to Frankfurt am Main Airport flights, with 60% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 20%, evening flights for 20%, and night flights for 0%.

  • Is it cheaper to take a train or bus instead of flying between Budapest and Frankfurt am Main Airport?

    Based on prices from the last 5 days, flying between Budapest and Frankfurt am Main Airport is around $173 round-trip, with a flight time of about 10h 25m. Recent bus fares are around $101, with a trip time of about 15h 10m. Compared with flying, recent bus fares are roughly 42% lower. However, taking the bus takes about 4+ hours longer each way.

  • How are flight prices from Budapest to Frankfurt am Main Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Budapest to Frankfurt am Main Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $107, which is 29% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA)?

    Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $11 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Wheego
    • Alamo
    • Europcar
    • Enterprise Rent-A-Car
    • Hertz

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Budapest to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

    Flights from Budapest to Frankfurt am Main Airport usually depart from Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl (BUD) and arrive at Frankfurt am Main (FRA).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Budapest to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

    Night flights have the fewest delays on this route, while afternoon departures tend to have the most.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from Budapest to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

    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 Frankfurt am Main Airport route, 10% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 1h 30m.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Budapest to Frankfurt am Main Airport pass through?

    Connecting flights from Budapest to Frankfurt am Main Airport most commonly pass through:

    • Warsaw Frederic Chopin (WAW) - 67% of one-stop connections
    • Vienna Intl (VIE) - 33% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Budapest to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 28% on flights from Budapest to Frankfurt am Main Airport. Friday is the cheapest departure day at $189 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $260, a difference of $71.

    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 Frankfurt am Main Airport?

    2 airlines operate flights between Budapest and Frankfurt am Main Airport. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

    • Lufthansa
    • Condor

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Budapest to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

    Flying via Vienna Intl (VIE) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 3h 14m, compared with 4h 59m via Warsaw Frederic Chopin (WAW).

  • What popular places can I visit in Frankfurt am Main Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Frankfurt am Main Airport are Römerberg, Oper Frankfurt and Konstablerwache. These are among the most viewed places in Frankfurt am Main Airport on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Budapest to Frankfurt am Main Airport flights?

    Among airlines operating Budapest to Frankfurt am Main Airport flights:

    • Condor: 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 Frankfurt am Main Airport flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Condor: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Lufthansa: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Singapore Airlines: 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 Frankfurt am Main Airport 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 $189, about $71 less than Sunday fares (27% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 24 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 44% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Budapest to Frankfurt am Main Airport trip for July. Fares historically average $179 round-trip in that month - typically $136 less than the most expensive month, which is March (based on the last 12 months).
  • For the best chance of arriving on time, fly with Lufthansa. Over the past three months, 90% of Lufthansa flights from Budapest to Frankfurt am Main Airport arrived on time, slightly above the route average of 90%. When flights on this route arrive late, they're delayed by an average of 1h 30m, so choosing an airline with strong on-time performance can make a difference if you're on a tight schedule.
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Frankfurt am Main Airport.

    • Intercityhotel Frankfurt Airport Terminal 3
    • Holiday Inn Frankfurt Airport By IHG
    • Meininger Hotel Frankfurt Main / Airport

Prefer to fly direct from Budapest to Frankfurt am Main?

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

Direct departures

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl to Frankfurt am Main

Monday

Lufthansa

Lufthansa

Tuesday

Lufthansa

Lufthansa

Wednesday

Lufthansa

Lufthansa

Thursday

Lufthansa

Lufthansa

Friday

Lufthansa

Lufthansa

Saturday

Lufthansa

Lufthansa

Sunday

Lufthansa

Lufthansa

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Direct returns

Frankfurt am Main to Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Monday

Lufthansa

Lufthansa

Tuesday

Lufthansa

Lufthansa

Wednesday

Lufthansa

Lufthansa

Thursday

Lufthansa

Lufthansa

Friday

Lufthansa

Lufthansa

Saturday

Lufthansa

Lufthansa

Sunday

Lufthansa

Lufthansa

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