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

Direct flights from Frankfurt am Main to Budapest

Frankfurt am Main to Budapest: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Frankfurt am Main to Budapest below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Budapest.

Frankfurt to Budapest: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 1,666
Cheapest month to flyJune
Average flight time1 hr, 35 mins
Most popular airlineLufthansa
Average flights per week283

Finding cheap flights from Frankfurt am Main to Budapest: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Frankfurt am Main to Budapest is R 3,162. 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.
1 hour and 35 minutes is the average flight time from Frankfurt am Main to Budapest.
Lufthansa, United and TAP Air Portugal fly direct from Frankfurt am Main to Budapest.
As of April 2025, there are 283 flights per week flying from Frankfurt am Main to Budapest.
The cheapest month to fly from Frankfurt am Main to Budapest is usually April 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Budapest Airport on Wednesday, 17 September 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 35 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 Budapest 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 Budapest is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Air Serbia and Lufthansa offer the cheapest flight tickets to Budapest.

Flying from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD): what you need to know

  • Take a direct flight from Frankfurt Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 1 hour 35 minutes.

  • Frankfurt and Budapest are both in the UTC+1 timezone. This means there's no time difference to adjust for.

  • Take your pick of 45 weekly Frankfurt Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport flights. The 07:10 departure with Lufthansa is the earliest flight you can take. Lufthansa operates the last service of the day at 22:10.

  • Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your FRA to BUD flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.

  • During popular months like April, it's best to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during peak periods in general.

  • Lufthansa offers direct flights from Frankfurt Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to check out the sights in Budapest — and maybe even more of Hungary if time allows.

  • The airline that tops the list for bookings on this route is Lufthansa.

  • The most punctual carrier that offers FRA to BUD flights is Lufthansa. Its services arrive as scheduled 66.79% of the time.

  • Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Frankfurt Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here's where you can stop between FRA and BUD:

    • Vienna International Airport

    • Franz Josef Strauss Airport

    • Vaclav Havel Airport Prague

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

  • R 1,666 is currently the best price for a one-way Frankfurt Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport flight. Return flights start at R 3,162. These fares can change depending on demand.

  • To score cheap tickets from FRA to BUD, reserve your journey eight months before your departure date.

  • July is the cheapest month for flights from Frankfurt Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport. If you want to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.

  • Snapping up cheap flights from FRA to BUD is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as fares go down.

  • Select your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Frankfurt Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport.

Handy information about Frankfurt Airport (FRA)

  • When it comes to Frankfurt Airport's on-time performance, data shows 67.47% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.

  • To reach Frankfurt Airport from central Frankfurt, it'll take around 20 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 14 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • The trip on public transport typically takes 35 minutes.

  • Get your break off to a hassle-free start by staying near FRA. Whether you're catching an early flight from Frankfurt Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are ideal:

Arriving at Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)

Getting from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) to central Budapest

  • Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to the centre of Budapest has a drive time of about 30 minutes. It's approximately 24 kilometres away.

  • It takes around 1 hour if you're travelling by public transport.

When to fly to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)

  • July is the most popular month for flights from Frankfurt Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Budapest in April.

  • When reserving your flight from Frankfurt Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Budapest, with the temperature ranging from 15ºC (59ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).

  • If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from FRA to BUD in January. Average temperatures are between -8ºC (18ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF) then.

Explore more of Hungary

  • You've done Budapest, now it's time to explore other parts of Hungary. Travel around 193 kilometres east to Debrecen to tick off its must-visit sights. From Deri Museum to Hortobagy National Park and Debrecen Zoo and Amusement Park, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.

  • If you're looking to explore another great destination in Hungary, consider Miskolc, about 145 kilometres north-east of Budapest. Galya-tető (Miskolc), DVTK Szabadidő Park and Munkástrón are key reasons to visit.

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