How to find cheap flights from Bucharest to Hungary
The cheapest return flight from Bucharest to Hungary is currently priced at £37.
You'll be travelling from Bucharest into Budapest in Budapest with that fare.
A one-way ticket starts at £18.
Happy to land anywhere if it means paying less? Enter 'Hungary' in the 'To' field to find the lowest fares across different cities.
Hungary is home to three international airports.
Choose 'Add nearby airports' to widen your search and compare prices across all airports close to both your departure and destination cities.
Get the flight you want at a price you'll like by booking early. Leave it late and you might have to compromise on cost, airline or timing.
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Best time to fly from Bucharest to Hungary
If you're watching what you spend, September is usually the cheapest month to hop on a flight from Bucharest to Hungary.
Tuesdays and Wednesdays are often the most affordable days to fly in general, with prices dipping during the quieter midweek period.
The height of the travel season in Hungary runs through June, July and September. June is the busiest month and the perfect time to visit if you want everything open and in full swing.
Alternatively, avoid the peak season rush by searching for flights in January, February and March. Out of these low season months, March is the quietest.
Flights from Bucharest to Hungary: what to expect
Catch a flight out of Bucharest from Bucharest Otopeni Airport (OTP) or Bucharest Baneasa Airport (BBU).
From Bucharest, you can fly nonstop to at least one airport in Hungary.
Roughly 15 direct flights connect Bucharest with destinations across Hungary every week.
The top airlines flying this route include TAROM and Wizz Air.
The most popular route from Bucharest to Hungary is to Budapest.
The average journey on this route comes in at around 1 hour 35 minutes.
Popular places to visit in Hungary
Budapest
This Budapest főváros city is one of the most popular destinations for Bucharest to Hungary flights. Kick off your sightseeing at unmissable attractions like Fisherman's Bastion, Hungarian Parliament Building and St. Stephen's Basilica.
Budapest Airport (BUD) is Budapest's busiest airport.
Browse the selection of hotels in Budapest and round out your trip with a stay that fits how you travel.
Debrecen
Hortobágy National Park, Great Forest Park and Debreceni Zsinagóga are among the first things worth making time for in this Hajdú-Bihar County city.
Touch down at Debrecen Airport (DEB) and go straight from arrivals to discovering the sights.
After your plane ticket is locked in, you can move on to finding the right stay among the hotels in Debrecen.
Pecs
Swing by well-known attractions like Zsolnay Cultural Quarter, Northern Castle Wall Promenade and Pintér Botanical Garden while you're in this corner of Baranya County.
Hunt down a deal on where you'll stay by browsing the list of hotels in Pecs.
Visiting Hungary for the first time? Here's what you need to know
Entry rules can often change, so check whether you'll need a visa or any other documents before you travel. Your airline, travel agent or the local consulate or embassy will have the latest details.
You'll be using the Hungarian Forint (HUF) for all your purchases. Credit and debit cards are accepted in the vast majority of places.
The population of Hungary is about 10 million. Budapest is the capital.
You won't need to adjust your watch while travelling through this destination, with one standard time zone of UTC+3 cm place.
Weather can have a real impact on your trip, so travel when the forecast suits your plans. August is Hungary's warmest month.
Temperatures are often coolest around January.
May is typically the wettest month, while March is the driest.
The Budapest Spring Festival, the Sziget music and cultural festival and the Balaton Sound music festival are some of the major events here. Consider booking your Bucharest to Hungary flight around moments like these for a different travel experience.
Complete your trip with hotels and a car rental
With your cheap flight from Bucharest to Hungary locked in, it's now time to plan the rest of your trip. Discover the best prices and exclusive rates for hotels in Hungary. You can also check out car rental options in Hungary and compare deals from top providers in seconds.
