Journey information
Overview: London to Budapest flight
Flights from London to Budapest depart on average 82 times per day, taking around 3h 3m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at $29 (€23) if you book in advance.
There are 12 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 05:35, the last at 22:45. The fastest flight covers the 900 miles (1449 km) distance in 2h 25m. December is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 900 miles (1449 km) |
Average flight duration 3h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price $29 (€23) |
Flights per day 82 |
Direct flights 12 |
Fastest flight 2h 25m |
Cheapest month December |
First flight 5:35 AM |
Last flight 10:45 PM |
The cheapest and fastest flights from London to Budapest
Cheapest price
$281
Average price
$737
Fastest journey
2 h 25 m
Average duration
2 h 27 m
Flights per day
59
Distance
1449 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from London to Budapest is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Budapest will cost around $737 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $281.
Of the 59 flights that leave London for Budapest onThu, Apr 02, 10 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Apr 02 the direct flights cover the 1449 km distance in an average of 2 h 27 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 2 h 25 m .
On Thu, Apr 02 the longest flights will take 2 h 30 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
W622067:55 PM2h35London Luton Airport11:30 PMBudapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport$2811One-way0 transfers
SN2094 · SN282511:05 AM5h05London Heathrow Airport5:10 PMBudapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport$3441One-way1 transfer
W622043:15 PM2h35London Luton Airport6:50 PMBudapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport$3471One-way0 transfers
LH4233+
LH13386:30 AM6h05London Heathrow Airport1:35 PMBudapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport$3621One-way1 transfer
W6222211:10 AM2h35London Gatwick Airport2:45 PMBudapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport$3761One-way0 transfers
FR 25187:25 PM2h25London Stansted Airport10:50 PMBudapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport$3981One-way0 transfers
FR 16587:50 AM2h25London Stansted Airport11:15 AMBudapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport$4301One-way0 transfers
BA8708:45 PM2h25London Heathrow Airport12:10 AMBudapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport$7051One-way0 transfers
U287355:45 AM2h30London Gatwick Airport9:15 AMBudapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport$4011One-way0 transfers
BA8627:20 AM2h30London Heathrow Airport10:50 AMBudapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport$4461One-way0 transfers
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Compare train, bus, and flight for London to Budapest
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from London to Budapest among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from $29. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 3m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 1.4 - 3.6kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of $29, and a train costs an average of $425.
Distance: 900 miles (1449 km)
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$153 Average price Cheapest | $181 Average price | $429 Average price |
6h 3m Average total duration Fastest 3h 3m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 29h 37m Average total duration 29h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 27h 54m Average total duration 27h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
4.3 - 8.7kg CO2 emissions | 1.4 - 3.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
London to Budapest flight times
The table below shows live departures for London to Budapest flights for today, Wednesday, April 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
LG4606 · LG5807 | 7:00 AM London City Airport | 5h25 | 12:25 PM Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL980+ KL1369 | 7:25 AM London City Airport | 9h35 | 5:00 PM Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL980+ KL1367 | 7:25 AM London City Airport | 7h05 | 2:30 PM Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL980+ KL1371 | 7:25 AM London City Airport | 13h50 | 9:15 PM Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport | 1 transfer | |
W62202 | 7:30 AM London Luton Airport | 2h35 | 10:05 AM Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
KL982+ KL1371 | 8:20 AM London City Airport | 12h55 | 9:15 PM Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL982+ KL1369 | 8:20 AM London City Airport | 8h40 | 5:00 PM Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL982+ KL1367 | 8:20 AM London City Airport | 6h10 | 2:30 PM Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL984+ KL1371 | 9:00 AM London City Airport | 12h15 | 9:15 PM Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL984+ KL1369 | 9:00 AM London City Airport | 8h00 | 5:00 PM Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL984+ KL1367 | 9:00 AM London City Airport | 5h30 | 2:30 PM Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport | 1 transfer | |
LO282 · LO535 | 9:20 AM London Heathrow Airport | 24h40 | 10:00 AM Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport | 1 transfer | |
LO282 · LO533 | 9:20 AM London Heathrow Airport | 21h45 | 7:05 AM Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport | 1 transfer | |
LO282 · LO531 | 9:20 AM London Heathrow Airport | 8h25 | 5:45 PM Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport | 1 transfer | |
LO282 · LO537 | 9:20 AM London Heathrow Airport | 5h35 | 2:55 PM Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport | 1 transfer | |
SN2094 · SN2825 | 10:05 AM London Heathrow Airport | 5h05 | 3:10 PM Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport | 1 transfer | |
W62222 | 10:05 AM London Gatwick Airport | 2h35 | 12:40 PM Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
LX319+ LX2258 | 11:10 AM London Heathrow Airport | 6h05 | 5:15 PM Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport | 1 transfer | |
U28731 | 11:50 AM London Gatwick Airport | 2h30 | 2:20 PM Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
LX457+ LX2258 | 12:10 PM London City Airport | 5h05 | 5:15 PM Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport | 1 transfer | |
LX333+ LX2258 | 12:50 PM London Heathrow Airport | 4h25 | 5:15 PM Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA866 | 1:05 PM London Heathrow Airport | 2h35 | 3:40 PM Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
EW2463 · EW2784 | 1:35 PM London Heathrow Airport | 5h25 | 7:00 PM Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport | 1 transfer | |
EW7463+ EW7782 | 1:50 PM London Heathrow Airport | 4h25 | 6:15 PM Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport | 1 transfer | |
W62204 | 2:15 PM London Luton Airport | 2h35 | 4:50 PM Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
FR 1658 | 3:05 PM London Stansted Airport | 2h25 | 5:30 PM Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
KL990+ KL1363 | 4:10 PM London City Airport | 16h30 | 8:40 AM Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL990+ KL1371 | 4:10 PM London City Airport | 5h05 | 9:15 PM Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL990+ KL1365 | 4:10 PM London City Airport | 18h05 | 10:15 AM Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH915 · LH1342 | 4:30 PM London Heathrow Airport | 5h15 | 9:45 PM Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL992+ KL1363 | 4:50 PM London City Airport | 15h50 | 8:40 AM Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL992+ KL1371 | 4:50 PM London City Airport | 4h25 | 9:15 PM Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL992+ KL1365 | 4:50 PM London City Airport | 17h25 | 10:15 AM Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport | 1 transfer | |
SN2096 · SN2829 | 4:50 PM London Heathrow Airport | 4h10 | 9:00 PM Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport | 1 transfer | |
FR 3592 | 5:00 PM London Stansted Airport | 2h25 | 7:25 PM Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
LO280 · LO537 | 5:10 PM London Heathrow Airport | 21h45 | 2:55 PM Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport | 1 transfer | |
LO280 · LO531 | 5:10 PM London Heathrow Airport | 24h35 | 5:45 PM Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport | 1 transfer | |
LO280 · LO533 | 5:10 PM London Heathrow Airport | 13h55 | 7:05 AM Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport | 1 transfer | |
LO280 · LO535 | 5:10 PM London Heathrow Airport | 16h50 | 10:00 AM Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH5659+ LH1342 | 5:30 PM London City Airport | 4h15 | 9:45 PM Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL994+ KL1363 | 6:00 PM London City Airport | 14h40 | 8:40 AM Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL994+ KL1365 | 6:00 PM London City Airport | 16h15 | 10:15 AM Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport | 1 transfer | |
W62206 | 6:55 PM London Luton Airport | 2h35 | 9:30 PM Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
KL996+ KL1367 | 7:15 PM London City Airport | 19h15 | 2:30 PM Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL996+ KL1363 | 7:15 PM London City Airport | 13h25 | 8:40 AM Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL996+ KL1365 | 7:15 PM London City Airport | 15h00 | 10:15 AM Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA870 | 8:30 PM London Heathrow Airport | 2h25 | 10:55 PM Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, April 2 | |||||
U28735 | 4:45 AM London Gatwick Airport | 2h30 | 7:15 AM Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
OS340 · OS631 | 5:00 AM London Heathrow Airport | 3h35 | 8:35 AM Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport | 1 transfer | |
OS340 · OS635 | 5:00 AM London Heathrow Airport | 7h30 | 12:30 PM Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport | 1 transfer | |
LO286 · LO533 | 5:30 AM London Heathrow Airport | 25h35 | 7:05 AM Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport | 1 transfer | |
LO286 · LO531 | 5:30 AM London Heathrow Airport | 12h15 | 5:45 PM Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport | 1 transfer | |
LO286 · LO537 | 5:30 AM London Heathrow Airport | 9h25 | 2:55 PM Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH4233+ LH1338 | 5:30 AM London Heathrow Airport | 6h05 | 11:35 AM Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH2483 · LH1676 | 5:55 AM London Heathrow Airport | 4h40 | 10:35 AM Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA862 | 6:20 AM London Heathrow Airport | 2h30 | 8:50 AM Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
LH2485 · LH1676 | 6:25 AM London Heathrow Airport | 4h10 | 10:35 AM Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH923 · LH1338 | 6:30 AM London Heathrow Airport | 5h05 | 11:35 AM Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport | 1 transfer | |
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FAQs: London to Budapest Flight
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Budapest by flight. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest flight, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Budapest, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Sziget Festival, one of Europe's largest music and cultural festivals held on Óbuda Island
- Budapest Wine Festival, a celebration of Hungarian wines featuring tastings and local cuisine
- Budapest Christmas Market, a traditional market offering crafts, food, and festive activities during the holiday season
- Formula 1 Hungarian Grand Prix, an exciting motorsport event held at the Hungaroring attracting fans from around the world.
- Easter, beautiful spring weather and traditional celebrations
- Labour Day, a public holiday with various local festivities
- National Day, commemorating the founding of Hungary with patriotic events
- All Saints' Day, a time for remembrance and reflection in serene surroundings.
popular airports
Popular airports from London to Budapest
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport for up to 4 hours.
- Shops are located throughout all terminals, including Harrods and World Duty Free.
- Short Stay parking available near each terminal, approximately 6.3€ (£5.30) for 30 minutes.
- Available outside the terminal.
- Assistance.
- Available throughout the airport, including accessible facilities.
- Yes
- Lounges available in all terminals, including British Airways and Plaza Premium lounges.
- Located at each terminal, contact Heathrow Airport Lost Property.
- Bus: 105, 111, 140, 285, 423
- Metro: Piccadilly Line
- Train: Heathrow Express, TfL Rail
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport.
- Shops in the terminal, including WHSmith and Aelia Duty-Free.
- Short-term and long-term parking available, starting at approximately 4.2€ (£3.50) per hour.
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps.
- Available throughout the airport.
- Lounge available, including the First Class Lounge.
- Located in the terminal, contact information desk.
- DLR
- Bus 473
- Bus 474
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport for 90 minutes.
- Shops are located in both terminals, including Harrods and World Duty Free.
- Short stay parking available at both terminals, approximately 6€ (£5) for 30 minutes.
- Available outside the terminal.
- Assistance.
- Available throughout the airport, including accessible facilities.
- Yes
- Lounges available in both terminals, including No1 Lounge and Club Aspire.
- Located in the South Terminal, inquiries can be made online or in person.
- Train: Gatwick Express, Southern, Thameslink
- Bus: National Express, Metrobus
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport.
- Shops available in SkyCourt, including duty-free and fashion stores.
- Parking available at Terminal Parking, approximately 2€ per hour.
- Available outside the terminal.
- Ramps, toilets.
- Available throughout the airport.
- Yes
- Lounges available, including the SkyCourt Lounge.
- Located in Terminal 2B, open daily.
- Bus 100E
- Bus 200E
- Train
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