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Cheapest round-trip
$143
Typical prices: $156-$222
Ryanair
Tue 12/11Wed 12/12
VIE - BUD • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$162
Typical prices: $156-$222
Austrian Airlines
Tue 12/11Tue 12/18
VIE - BUD • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with Austrian Airlines and Air Algerie. Average duration is 51m
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Cheap Flights from Vienna to Budapest (VIE-BUD)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Vienna to Budapest

Fri, Dec 11 - Sat, Dec 12
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1:45 pm - 11:50 pmVIE  Vienna Intl-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
10h 05m1 stop Catania Fontanarossa
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1:40 pm - 5:50 pmBUD  Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-VIE Vienna Intl
4h 10m1 stop Bologna Guglielmo Marconi
$143Ryanair
Fri, Dec 11 - Fri, Dec 18
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1:20 pm - 2:10 pmVIE  Vienna Intl-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
0h 50mnonstop
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7:50 am - 8:40 amBUD  Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-VIE Vienna Intl
0h 50mnonstop
$162Austrian Airlines
Thu, Nov 12 - Sun, Nov 15
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9:05 pm - 9:55 pmVIE  Vienna Intl-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
0h 50mnonstop
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2:55 pm - 3:45 pmBUD  Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-VIE Vienna Intl
0h 50mnonstop
$163Austrian Airlines
Thu, Nov 12 - Sun, Nov 15
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9:05 pm - 9:55 pmVIE  Vienna Intl-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
0h 50mnonstop
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2:55 pm - 3:45 pmBUD  Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-VIE Vienna Intl
0h 50mnonstop
$164Austrian Airlines
Thu, Nov 12 - Mon, Nov 16
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9:05 pm - 9:55 pmVIE  Vienna Intl-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
0h 50mnonstop
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7:50 am - 8:40 amBUD  Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-VIE Vienna Intl
0h 50mnonstop
$166Austrian Airlines
Tue, Feb 9 - Sat, Feb 13
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6:30 pm - 10:45 pmVIE  Vienna Intl-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
4h 15m1 stop Zurich
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2:55 pm - 3:45 pmBUD  Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-VIE Vienna Intl
0h 50mnonstop
$167Multiple Airlines
Fri, Dec 11 - Sun, Dec 13
Austrian Airlines Logo
9:05 pm - 9:55 pmVIE  Vienna Intl-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
0h 50mnonstop
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2:55 pm - 3:45 pmBUD  Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-VIE Vienna Intl
0h 50mnonstop
$168Austrian Airlines
Fri, Dec 11 - Fri, Dec 18
Multiple Airlines Logo
1:45 pm - 11:50 pmVIE  Vienna Intl-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
10h 05m1 stop Catania Fontanarossa
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7:50 pm - 6:45 amBUD  Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-VIE Vienna Intl
10h 55m1 stop Krakow J. Paul II Balice
$171Multiple Airlines
Fri, Dec 11 - Sat, Dec 12
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1:45 pm - 11:50 pmVIE  Vienna Intl-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
10h 05m1 stop Catania Fontanarossa
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7:15 am - 4:25 pmBUD  Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-VIE Vienna Intl
9h 10m2 stops Catania Fontanarossa Bergamo Orio Al Serio
$178Ryanair
Fri, Dec 4 - Sun, Dec 6
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1:20 pm - 2:10 pmVIE  Vienna Intl-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
0h 50mnonstop
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7:50 am - 8:40 amBUD  Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-VIE Vienna Intl
0h 50mnonstop
$180Austrian Airlines
Booking Insights

Price, demand and travel trends for Vienna to Budapest flights

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

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

Round-trip flights from Vienna to Budapest typically range from $156 to $222. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $143, on Ryanair.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Vienna to Budapest. It’s 10% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 130% higher.

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

•January is the cheapest month to fly from Vienna to Budapest at $152 round-trip.
•August ($339) and June ($325) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 123% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from Vienna to Budapest

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
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Key details for Vienna to Budapest flights

Low season

July

Cheapest flight

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Beat the crowds with an average 43% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 37% increase in travelers.
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When to book flights from Vienna to Budapest

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

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

    • Earliest: departs at 1:20 pm and lands at 2:11 pm
    • Latest: departs at 9:05 pm and lands at 9:56 pm.

    The flight takes about 51m.

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

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Vienna to Budapest:

    • Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • How long is a flight from Vienna to Budapest?

    A nonstop flight from Vienna to Budapest takes 51m, covering 133 miles.

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

    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 Vienna to Budapest flight?

    Round-trip flights from Vienna to Budapest range from $156 to $222, with an average of $172 over the past 12 months. Anything below $156 counts as a good deal.

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

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $35–$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 Vienna to Budapest?

    The Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Air Algerie. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737-700 Passenger/BBJ1 (winglets) variants.

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

    Afternoon is the busiest departure period on Vienna to Budapest flights, with 50% of flights leaving in that window. Night departures account for 50%, morning flights for 0%, and evening flights for 0%.

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

    One-way fares from Vienna to Budapest are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $81, which is 48% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl Airport (BUD)?

    Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl Airport (BUD) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $32 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Klass Wagen
    • Dryyve
    • GREEN MOTION
    • SURPRICE CAR RENTAL
    • Sixt

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

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

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 61% on flights from Vienna to Budapest. Sunday is the cheapest departure day at $155 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $397, a difference of $242.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • What airlines fly from Vienna to Budapest?

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

    • Austrian Airlines
    • Air Algerie

  • What popular places can I visit in Budapest?

    Some of the most popular sights in Budapest are Ferenc Deak Square, Puskás Aréna and Magyar Zsidó Múzeum és Levéltár. These are among the most viewed places in Budapest on KAYAK.

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

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

    • Austrian 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 Vienna to Budapest 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 Sunday departure and avoid flying on Monday. On this route, Sunday flights average $155, about $242 less than Monday fares (61% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Vienna to Budapest trip for January. Fares historically average $152 round-trip in that month - typically $187 less than the most expensive month, which is August (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl Airport.

    • ibis Styles Budapest Airport
    • Tribe Budapest Airport
    • Hotel Ferihegy

Prefer to fly direct from Vienna to Budapest?

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

Direct departures

Vienna Intl to Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Monday

Austrian Airlines

Austrian Airlines

Tuesday

Austrian Airlines

Austrian Airlines

Wednesday

Austrian Airlines

Austrian Airlines

Thursday

Austrian Airlines

Austrian Airlines

Friday

Austrian Airlines

Austrian Airlines

Saturday

Austrian Airlines

Austrian Airlines

Sunday

Air Algerie,Austrian Airlines

Air Algerie,Austrian Airlines

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Direct returns

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl to Vienna Intl

Monday

Austrian Airlines

Austrian Airlines

Tuesday

Air Algerie,Austrian Airlines

Air Algerie,Austrian Airlines

Wednesday

Austrian Airlines

Austrian Airlines

Thursday

Austrian Airlines

Austrian Airlines

Friday

Austrian Airlines

Austrian Airlines

Saturday

Austrian Airlines

Austrian Airlines

Sunday

Austrian Airlines

Austrian Airlines

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