A Complete Guide to Book Cheap Flights from London to Budapest and Save Money on Trip.com

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When planning your flights from London to Budapest, it's essential to consider the total cost. In addition to the ticket price, you should factor in extra expenses such as transportation to and from the airports, baggage fees, and any in-flight services you may need. By accounting for these additional costs, you can budget more accurately and make more informed decisions. Understanding the overall cost helps you find the best deals and save money.

Book Cheap Flights from London to Budapest and Save Money

London to Budapest: Departure from London Airports

London has multiple airports, offering convenient flight options to Budapest from three major airports: Heathrow, Gatwick, and Luton. By viewing transportation information and flight prices, you can compare and choose the most convenient departure point.

Heathrow Airport (LHR), situated 23 kilometres west of London’s city centre, has five terminals, handling flights from all over the world and offering a vast array of facilities. Travellers can reach the airport via the Heathrow Express train, which takes about 15 minutes from Paddington Station.

Main Transportation Options to LHREstimated TimePrice
Heathrow Express15 minsFrom £15.00
London Underground ('the Tube')60 minsFrom £5.50
Elizabeth Line45 minsFrom £12.80
Coaches50-90 minsFrom £10.00
Taxis (a black cab or a pre-booked minicab)60 minsFrom £49.00

Gatwick Airport (LGW) is located 45 kilometres from downtown and features two terminals. Gatwick is easily accessible in several ways, ensuring a seamless journey from London city centre, no matter your transport. The Gatwick Express offers a quick 30-minute journey from Victoria Station to the airport.

Main Transportation Options to LGWEstimated TimePrice
Gatwick Express30 minsFrom £10.00
Thameslink30-45 minsFrom £10.00
Southern Railway30-35 minsFrom £15.00
National Express Coach90 minsFrom £8.00
Taxi or Car60-90 minsFrom £60.00
Tube + Train60 minsFrom £2.40 (tube fare) + train fare

Luton Airport (LTN), with single one terminal, mainly serves flights to European destinations. Travellers can take a train from St Pancras International, usually taking about 25 minutes, plus a brief shuttle bus ride to reach the airport.

Main Transportation Options to LTNTimePrice
By train30 minsFrom £15.00
National Express Coach90-120 minsFrom £5.00
Taxi or Car60-90 minsFrom £70.00
Tube + Train60-90 minsFrom £2.40 (tube fare) + train fare

Compare cheap flight tickets and transportation prices from London (LON) to Budapest (BUD)

When checking flight prices from London to Budapest in January 2025, the difference between the three airports is quite small. The cheapest flight is £21.00 from London Luton Airport, while the most expensive is £73.50 from London Heathrow Airport.

Flight to Budapest from LondonFlight TicketsTransportation FareTotal
Heathrow (LHR-BUD)£68.00£5.50£73.50
Gatwick (LGW-BUD)£19.00£8.00£27.00
Luton (LTN-BUD)£16.00£5.00£21.00

*Based on flight prices in Jan 2025, as sourced from Trip.com's data. Transportation prices are approximate and can vary. To get most accurate and up-to-date information, please check trip.com and official websites of respective transportation services.

London to Budapest: Arrival at Budapest Airport

Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) is one of the busiest in Hungary and a major international gateway. The airport has two terminals, serving both domestic and international flights. Terminal 2A handles Schengen area flights, with plenty of shops and dining options. Terminal 2B caters to non-Schengen international flights, offering a wide range of facilities including duty-free shops, restaurants, and car hire services. The airport is about 18 kilometres from Budapest's city centre and usually takes around 30 minutes to reach by car or train.

London to Budapest: Airline Deals

Several airlines, including Wizz Air, Ryanair, easyJet, and British Airways, offer cheap flights from London to Budapest on Trip.com. Low-cost airlines often have the best deals, but they may not include free checked luggage.

Reviews of airlines servicing London-Budapest

Wizz Air
10.0
easyJet
8.3
British Airways
8.0
Ryanair
8.0
Wizz Air Malta
8.0

Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from London to Budapest?

In January 2025, Wizz offers the cheapest flight at £21 (LTN-BUD), while Ryanair’ flights are slightly more expensive at £45 (STN-BUD).

Flight to BudapestWizz AireasyJetRyanair
RouteLTN - BUDLGW - BUDSTN - BUD
flight tickets£16£26£29
transportation to airports£5.0£8.0£16
Total£21£34£45

*Based on flight prices in Jan 2025, as sourced from Trip.com's data.

What's the cheapest total travel cost from London to Budapest?

Let's find out how much a flight from London to Budapest really costs. Budget airlines might look like they have the cheapest tickets at first, but you need to consider all the extra costs. Surprisingly, Wizz Air offers the lowest price at £61.30, followed by Ryanair at £66.75. British Airways comes in at £113.09. By choosing the right flights, a family of four can save a lot on travel expenses.

Flight to BudapestWizz AirBritish AirwaysRyanair
RouteLTN - BUDLHR - BUDSTN - BUD
flight tickets£56.30£87.39£28.76
transportation to airports£5.00£5.50£16.00
check-in luggage (1 piece max 20kg)Free (1×26kg)Free (1×23kg)£21.99 (1×20kg)
Seat reservationFree£20.20-
Total£61.30£113.09£66.75

*Based on flight prices in Jan 2025, as sourced from Trip.com's data.

London to Budapest: Flight Search & Book Flights

London to Budapest: Direct Flights & Flight Time Schedule

Cheapest one-way flight pricePHP 1,716
Cheapest return ticket pricePHP 3,440
Off-season travel monthApril
Peak season for travelMarch
Flight distance1,466.47km
Average flight time2 hours 29 minutes
Popular airlineWizz Air
Flight info.
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Arrival
Weekly Schedule
  1. U28733

    16:30

    LGW

    2.4h

    19:55

    BUD

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  2. AA7102

    14:05

    LHR

    2.5h

    17:35

    BUD

    SMTWTFS
  3. BA864

    10:30

    LHR

    2.5h

    14:00

    BUD

    --T---S
  4. FR1658

    07:55

    STN

    2.5h

    11:25

    BUD

    SMTWTFS
  5. IB3694

    20:45

    LHR

    2.5h

    00:15

    BUD

    SMTWTFS
  6. BA866

    07:45

    LHR

    2.5h

    11:15

    BUD

    SMTWTFS
  7. U28731

    06:10

    LGW

    2.5h

    09:40

    BUD

    S-T-T--
  8. U28735

    17:30

    LGW

    2.5h

    21:00

    BUD

    ------S
  9. BA870

    15:40

    LHR

    2.6h

    19:15

    BUD

    SMTWTFS
  10. W62226

    14:00

    LGW

    2.6h

    17:35

    BUD

    S--WT-S
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London to Budapest: Cheapest Time to Book Flights

Determining the best time to book flights from London to Budapest involves considering a few factors. It's generally wise to book your flights early to secure better deals and more options, particularly if you're travelling during busy periods like Easter, summer, Christmas, or school holidays. Typically, aim to book your tickets 2–3 months in advance. Also, try to avoid peak travel seasons or holidays when prices tend to be higher. Keep an eye on flight prices and set up price alerts to catch the best deals.

Month in 2025Cheapest London to Budapest flight tickets
January£32
February£32
March£35
April£68
May£64
June£65
July£80
August£88
September£68

London to Budapest: Discover Budapest

Located in the heart of Hungary, Budapest is the capital city and a treasure trove of history and culture. Famous landmarks include the Buda Castle, a historical palace complex, and the Parliament Building, an architectural masterpiece on the banks of the Danube River. The Széchenyi Thermal Bath offers a unique experience with its thermal pools. Other attractions include the Fisherman's Bastion, St. Stephen's Basilica, and the Chain Bridge. Budapest's cuisine is renowned, with dishes like goulash, lángos, and chimney cake offering a true taste of Hungarian flavours. Don't miss the bustling local markets and charming cafes for an authentic dining experience.

Explore Accommodation and Local Transport in Budapest

After booking your flights, it's important to arrange your accommodation and plan how to get around Budapest. Look for budget-friendly hotels, hostels, or holiday rentals close to the main attractions. Websites like Trip.com offer a variety of options to suit different budgets and preferences. Trip.com's Travel Guides can also provide useful tips on where to stay and what to do. Consider the costs and convenience of using public transport, taxis, or renting a car to navigate the city. Planning ahead can help you avoid surprises and make your trip smoother and more affordable.

Recommended Hotels in Budapest [2024]

5 star

9.3/10Great54 Reviews
Budapest|0.09km from city centre
Outstanding Gold Standard Hotel. We stayed five nights in the hotel, and from the time we arrived, we enjoyed the most outstanding professional and welcoming hospitality of the hotel staff. To our suprise, most of the staff communicated well in English and were always welcoming, professional, and friendly. The superior studio provided a spectacular view of the Danube River and the majestic Chain Bridge. The view of the city was absolutely magnificent, especially at night time. Everything in the room was of high standard, and having stayed at many hotels around the world, we could say without hesitation that the soundproofing in the room was Gold Standard. For the first time, we were not disturbed by any external noise from the hotel or from traffic noise from outside the hoìtel. This made our stay enjoyable and memorable. We would like to say a huge thank you to everyone in the hotel for making our stay in Budapest spectacular!
FromPHP 10,646
9/10Great510 Reviews
Budapest|0.72km from city centre
The hotel locates at a very excellent location. Many main attraction points around it. The restaurant for breakfast buffet has a very good view. ALL the staff of the front desk is very helpful and nice. I arrive on the morning and they help to check the availability of the room. They allow the customer to have early check in early when the availability of the room is OK. Everything of the hotel is good. I recommend other people to stay at this hotel when they come to Budapest. I will stay again in Hilton Budapest when I visit there again.
FromPHP 9,598
9.2/10Great53 Reviews
Budapest|2.02km from city centre
I am quite satisfied. I asked the premise that I agreed to upgrade the suite for free. The overall space is very large, but the bedside table is a bit mini, and the mini bar is also very rich, and the things are not expensive. It's a community-like apartment and feels very safe. very nice...
FromPHP 6,898
8.9/10Very Good144 Reviews
Budapest|0.57km from city centre
We picked a room facing the river and the castle! Stunning view and the room is spacious with a comfy bed. The breakfast at weekend is outstanding with sparkling wine. Weekday breakfast serves similar stuff but no sparkling wine. The quality is excellent!
FromPHP 8,173
9.2/10Great48 Reviews
Budapest|2.06km from city centre
A great hotel in a convenient location. The room was quite big and cozy, and quiet. The spa was nice and included different amenities (pool, saunas, steam room). One thing to improve are the slippers provided. Combined with the water on the floor of the spa makes slipping very easy.
FromPHP 10,575

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Business travel

9.4/10Amazing41 Reviews
Budapest|0.71km from city centre
Budapest is a beautiful city. The hotel is located in the city center, very close to the beautiful Danube River. Crossing the Chain Bridge you will reach the Fisherman's Bastion, the most famous attraction in Budapest, which overlooks the entire city.
FromPHP 7,402
8.9/10Very Good302 Reviews
Budapest|1.17km from city centre
Great location with Budapest Parliament! Very close to the Batthyány tér station on the M3 metro line.
FromPHP 6,260
9.6/10Amazing56 Reviews
Budapest|1.39km from city centre
It's located in a quiet street, 10-15 mins walk to St Stephen's Basilica, Parliament, river banks, Liberty Square etc, and accessible to all major.public transport. Services are good and staff are very friendly and helpful, WiFi signal is pretty strong in most areas. The room is a bit small with this price but in this tourist location I think it is acceptable.
FromPHP 4,134
8.7/10Very Good122 Reviews
Budapest|2.02km from city centre
I would be happy to provide an excellent review for Continental Hotel in Budapest. My experience at the hotel was fantastic. The room was tidy and clean, and the location was excellent, close to the city center and the great synagogue. The pool and sauna were also great amenities. Most importantly, I would like to give a special thanks to the excellent service provided by the hotel staff, who was extremely helpful during my stay. Overall, I highly recommend the Continental Hotel for anyone visiting Budapest.
FromPHP 5,929
8.7/10Very Good105 Reviews
Budapest|2.38km from city centre
Good location, very easy to find from metro station. This place had a nice atmosphere. Staff professional and helpful, nice breakfast buffet.
FromPHP 4,220

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Family friendly

9.3/10Great125 Reviews
Budapest|2.31km from city centre
The service attitude is good. It is very close to the subway station. There are many restaurants in front of the door. It is very convenient for eating, transportation, and supermarkets. The breakfast is also good. The room is slightly small, domestic tourists should remember to bring slippers and toothpaste, the hotel does not provide them!
FromPHP 4,354
9.7/10Amazing118 Reviews
Budapest|0.98km from city centre
Just a simple clean room and no view for most standard category which we stayed but hospitality of door gentlemen , receptionist and concierge are really elevated our stay. Customer there also very different . Location is very very good to shop and dine. The restaurant concierge recommended was so good !!!
FromPHP 18,291
9/10Great120 Reviews
Budapest|0.98km from city centre
It is a great hotel! Big plus for the staff were great, very accomodating and helpful. The room was clean, but minimalistic. It was enough for one day tho. There was no kettle, but we were fine. The hotel has a great style and the location is super convenient. Breakfast was outstanding. Great value for money! P.S. The pictures of the rooma were upon checkout, but they were super clean when we got there.
FromPHP 4,118
9.4/10Amazing56 Reviews
Budapest|1.28km from city centre
Very clean, with skylights on the top floor, rich breakfast, and 24-hour coffee and tea in the lobby. Friendly and efficient staff. The location is safe and convenient, within walking distance of all attractions.
FromPHP 11,890
8.9/10Very Good125 Reviews
Budapest|0.4km from city centre
The location of the hotel is great. It is located on the bank of the Blue Danube, between the Parliament Building and the Chain Bridge. It is not far from the main attractions and is within walking distance. Although the room is next to the road, the sound insulation is very good and you can't hear much noise at night. Our room was on the first floor and had a view of the Parliament Buildings, although the electric poles on the roadside somewhat blocked the view. The hotel staff are all friendly and welcoming, greeting you with a smile. Breakfast is also good. The restaurant is small but very cozy. You can also order delicious freshly made eggs a la carte. Parking needs to be reserved in advance. The garage is right behind the hotel and is easy to find. Speaking of parking, it is necessary to talk about our experience. When we drove away after checking out, we needed to reverse out of the garage and turn onto the road. However, there were vehicles parked on the side of the road at the entrance of the garage. It was difficult to see the road behind the car when we reversed and turned. Although I reversed very slowly, unfortunately, the car As soon as the rear corner entered the road, it was hit by a car speeding from behind. Fortunately, no one on either side was injured and the damage to the vehicle was minimal. I say this to remind latecomers that if you drive out of this garage onto the road, it is very necessary to ask the person in the car to get out of the car and direct the reverse from behind! In particular, I would like to praise the hotel staff, a young and handsome man, who gave us great help. After the car collided, I called 112 and called the police. While waiting for the police to arrive, this staff member discovered that we had been involved in a traffic accident, and took the initiative to ask and help us. He repeatedly comforted me verbally, called 112 to inquire about the arrival time of the police, and helped us find and print relevant documents on the car in advance. After arriving at the scene, he helped us translate and communicate and negotiate with the police. With his help, we successfully obtained the traffic accident report. We occupied him for a long time during the entire process and I wanted to thank him, but he just said it was his job and no thanks were needed. This makes us very touched! This hotel is definitely our only choice next time we come to Budapest!
FromPHP 6,614

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Discover Dining and Entertainment in Budapest

To manage your spending while enjoying Budapest, try the local restaurants and entertainment. Seek out markets, street food stalls, and affordable eateries to savour authentic Hungarian dishes without breaking the bank. Many attractions, including museums and historical sites, offer discounts or free entry on certain days, so be sure to check their schedules. Additionally, take advantage of free or low-cost activities such as walking tours, exploring historic neighbourhoods, and visiting public parks. By keeping an eye on your expenses, you can have a fun and budget-friendly trip to Budapest.

Discover Dining and Entertainment in Budapest

Forecast weather and best time to visit Budapest

The best time to visit Budapest is during the spring (April to June) and autumn (September to October) when the weather is mild and the crowds are smaller. These seasons offer pleasant temperatures and a more relaxed atmosphere. Budapest hosts several famous festivals throughout the year. The Budapest Spring Festival in April attracts visitors with its cultural events. The Sziget Festival in August is one of Europe's largest music festivals. Another notable event is the Budapest Christmas Fair in December, offering festive markets and activities, making it a vibrant time to experience the city.

MonthAverage Temperature (°C)Average Flight Price (£)Average Hotel Price (£)
January-1~43250
February0~73255
March4~123560
April8~186865
May12~236470
June16~266575
July18~288080
August17~278880
September13~236875
October8~166570
November4~94660
December0~53555

Note:

  • Average Temperatures: These are approximate values and can vary slightly.
  • Average Flight Prices: Prices can fluctuate based on demand, booking time, and airline.
  • Average Hotel Prices: Prices can vary depending on the location, hotel rating, and booking platform.
  • Trip.com offers cheap hotels in Budapest, with prices starting from £10 up to £160.

London to Budapest: Flight Change, Cancellation, Seat Selection

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Cheap Flights from London to Budapest: FAQs

  • When are flight tickets from London (LON) to Budapest (BUD) the cheapest?

    Airlines adjust prices for flights from London to Budapest based on the date and time of your booking. By analyzing data from all airlines, on Trip.com, you can find the cheapest flight prices on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays.
  • How much are flights from London (LON) to Budapest (BUD) cost?

    According to Trip.com's data, the lowest price is around PHP 13,307.
  • How long is the flight from London (LON) to Budapest (BUD)?

    It takes about 2 hours 29 minutes to fly from London (LON) to Budapest (BUD).
  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from London (LON) to Budapest (BUD)?

    Airlines with flights from London (LON) to Budapest (BUD): British Airways, American Airlines, Wizz Air, Ryanair, Iberia, easyJet, Ryanair UK, Japan Airlines and Qantas Airways.
  • How many airports in Budapest (BUD)?

    There are 1 airport(s) in Budapest (BUD): Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport.
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