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Find the cheapest month to fly from Budapest to London

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Budapest to London flights are currently cheapest in April.

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Alternative Budapest to London routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Budapest to London? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Budapest to London: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 419
Cheapest month to flyApril
Average flight time2 hrs, 44 mins
Most popular airlineBritish Airways
Average flights per week180

Finding cheap flights from Budapest to London: Frequently asked questions

There are 6 airports in London: London City, London Heathrow, London Gatwick, London Luton, London Stansted, and London Southend.
The best price we found for a return flight from Budapest to London is R 944. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
2 hours and 44 minutes is the average flight time from Budapest to London.
British Airways, Wizz Air and Ryanair fly direct from Budapest to London.
As of April 2025, there are 180 flights per week flying from Budapest to London.
The cheapest month to fly from Budapest to London is usually April 2025.
If you're flying from Budapest Airport, the cheapest airport near London is London Stansted – which is 48.6 km away from the centre of London. We've found flights into this airport from R 944.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Budapest Airport to London on Monday, 7 April 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 44 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to London but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to London is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In April, the average temperature is usually around 9°C. August is typically the warmest month in London, when it usually averages around 22°C. You can expect the least rain in March. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging 1°C. The rainiest month is October.
Currently, Ryanair offers the cheapest flight tickets to London.

Travelling from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) to London: what you need to know

  • Expect to be in the air for 2 hours 30 minutes. On average, that's the duration of a direct flight from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to London.

  • London is 1 hour behind Budapest, where Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport is located. London operates on the UTC+0 timezone.

  • Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is the most popular route, with 82 weekly departures to choose from. If you have things to do before heading off, the last flight from BUD to LHR is with Ryanair at 21:50. Go for the first departure with Ryanair at 05:45 if you want to get going early.

  • Leave plenty of time to get on your flight from BUD to London. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during high season in general.

  • You can fly directly to London departing from BUD. Touch down at one of these airports following your flight from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to London:

    • London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

    • London Gatwick Airport (LGW)

    • Stansted Airport (STN)

  • There's a range of carriers operating direct flights from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to London, such as:

  • We make it simple to find a flight from BUD to London with a stopover. To see all your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers include:

    • Vienna International Airport (VIE)

    • Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)

    • Brussels Airport (BRU)

  • If you have a passport from Hungary and plan to travel to United Kingdom for tourism purposes, you won't need a visa. However, entry and visa requirements may vary based on the duration of your stay and are subject to change. For the latest information, contact your destination's nearest embassy or consulate before reserving a cheap ticket from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to London.

  • Travelling from central Budapest to BUD takes about 58 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 24 kilometres in 31 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.

  • Catching an early flight from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to London? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to BUD:

How to find the cheapest flights from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) to London

  • R 419 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to London. Return flights start at R 944. These prices can change based on availability.

  • Book 5 months before you want to fly. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from BUD to London.

  • Schedule your trip for January. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to London. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across every month.

  • Create a Price Alert for cheap tickets from BUD to London. You don't need to look every day to see if prices have dropped. We'll let you know the moment there's a change in price.

  • Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to London.

Airports in London

London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

  • London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is around 31 kilometres from the centre of London. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is about 57 minutes.

  • Travelling to the centre on public transport will take you roughly 1 hour and 1 minute.

  • Book a hotel near LHR if you're taking a late flight from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to London. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer:

London Gatwick Airport (LGW)

  • After your flight from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to London has landed, you can get to the city centre in about 1 hour and 19 minutes by car. Central London is roughly 80 kilometres from London Gatwick Airport (LGW).

  • You can also opt for public transport, which will take about 1 hour and 26 minutes.

  • After your flight from BUD to London, settle in at a hotel close to LGW. These are some great options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:

Best time to go to London

  • July is the most popular month to board a flight from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to London while February is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to go to London, consider your preferred travel pace and style.

  • The warmest month in London is July, with the temperature ranging between 11ºC and 26ºC. Book your flights from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to London in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.

  • For cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from BUD to London in January when temperatures average between 0ºC and 9ºC.

More about London

  • Start your London trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to London, explore our selection of hotels including:

  • Big Ben and The British Museum are just two of the big attractions to put on your London must-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Buckingham Palace.

Complete your London trip with a car rental

  • Pick one of our car rentals in London and explore the city on your own terms. Easily compare options in one go to find the perfect set of wheels once you've locked in your hotel and cheap flights from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to London.

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