Cheap Flights from Milan (MILA) to Budapest (BUD)

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Flight deals from Milan to Budapest Airport

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Milan to Budapest Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from £26. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Is this a good flight price? We’ll tell you.We compare today’s Milan to Budapest Airport prices with what travellers usually pay, so you can see if now’s a good time to book, or if it’s worth waiting.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Milan to Budapest

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

Direct flights from Milan to Budapest

Milan to Budapest: Alternative routes

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

Milan to Budapest: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found£26
Cheapest month to flyApril
Average flight time1 hr, 39 mins
Most popular airlineRyanair
Average flights per week57

Finding cheap flights from Milan to Budapest: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Milan to Budapest is £26. 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 38 minutes is the average flight time from Milan to Budapest.
Ryanair, Buzz and Wizz Air Malta fly direct from Milan to Budapest.
As of March 2026, there are 57 flights per week flying from Milan to Budapest.
The cheapest month to fly from Milan to Budapest is usually April.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Milan to Budapest Airport on Tuesday, 21 April 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 38 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.
The cheapest airline that flies to Budapest is Ryanair .

Travelling from Milan to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD): What you need to know

  • There are a couple of airports where your trip can begin in Milan. Check out your options leaving from Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP) or Milan Bergamo Airport (BGY) when searching for a flight from Milan to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD).

  • The average time for a direct Milan to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport flight is 1 hour 40 minutes.

  • Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport is located in Budapest. The city's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Milan.

  • The most popular route is Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD). You can choose from 19 direct services each week.

  • To ensure you get on your flight from Milan to BUD, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.

  • You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months such as July and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.

Airports in Milan

Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP)

  • Enjoy an uninterrupted journey from Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP). Direct flights from Milan to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) are available from here.

  • You'll have your choice of carriers offering direct flights from Milan to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport departing from MXP. Reserve your trip with one of these:

  • The most frequently booked airline between MXP and BUD is Wizz Air Malta.

  • Wizz Air is the most punctual carrier on this route.

  • The journey from central Milan to MXP takes about 50 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a taxi, you'll cover the 48 kms (30 miles) in 50 minutes or so, depending on traffic.

  • In search of a comfortable hotel near Milan Malpensa Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Milan to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:

  • 76% of flights departing from Milan Malpensa Airport make it to their destination on time.

Milan Bergamo Airport (BGY)

  • Planning to catch a flight from Milan Bergamo Airport (BGY)? Direct Milan to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) plane tickets are available from this popular hub.

  • Catch your direct flight from Milan to BUD with Ryanair. This is one of the main carriers that operates this route out of BGY.

  • Ryanair ranks number one in bookings on the BGY to BUD route.

  • With 78.9% of its services landing as planned, Ryanair is the top on-time carrier flying between Milan Bergamo Airport and Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport.

  • BGY is around 48 kms (30 miles) from central Milan. It'll take you 50 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour.

  • Start your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before your Milan to BUD flight, stay in one of these hotels close to Milan Bergamo Airport:

  • 75% of flights taking off from Milan Bergamo Airport make it to their destination as expected.

Milano Linate Airport (LIN)

  • You can reserve a plane ticket from Milan to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) with one or more stops out of Milano Linate Airport (LIN). These are some of the most common stopovers between LIN and BUD:

    • Frankfurt Airport (FRA)

    • Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO)

    • Bari Karol Wojtyla Airport (BRI)

  • The journey time to LIN from central Milan is around 30 minutes on public transport. If you prefer to travel by car, it'll take you about 20 minutes to cover the 8 kms (5 miles) or so.

  • Sleep a little longer, move a little slower, and still make your Milan to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport flight without having to rush. These hotels near Milano Linate Airport make departure day effortless if you're flying out early:

  • LIN has a reliable on-time arrivals rating of 84%, so there's a high chance your flight will stay on schedule and land as expected.

About Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)

  • If you have a late flight from Milan to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these options near BUD:

  • Booking your vehicle around four weeks in advance of your Milan to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport flight can help you lock in a great deal.

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

  • Central Budapest is around 16 kms (10 miles) from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport and takes about 25 minutes to reach by car. See what your options are for heading into the city, whether that's with a taxi, car hire or ride-share.

  • It takes around 40 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.

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

  • Right now, £12 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Milan to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is £26. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • Get your hands on cheap flights from Milan to BUD by booking 11 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the ideal time frame for finding the biggest deals.

  • April is when you're most likely to find a bargain on a Milan to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport ticket. If you'd like to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.

  • Finding a cheap plane ticket from Milan to BUD is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as there's a better deal.

  • Find a cheap flight from Milan to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport by using the search filters. Choose your ideal duration, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

The best time to fly from Milan to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)

  • Think about the kind of experience you want when planning the timing of your trip. December is the quietest month to go to Budapest. June is when most people book flights from Milan to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD), which may be perfect if you'd rather travel when it's busy.

  • Before locking in your Milan to BUD plane ticket, consider the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Budapest, with temperatures ranging from 15ºC to 33ºC.

  • January has temperatures of between -8ºC and 6ºC. Look for cheap tickets from Milan to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.

More about Budapest

  • Once you've booked your flight from Milan to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport, find a hotel that puts you in a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Budapest:

  • Your visit to Budapest won't be complete without checking out the sights. Major attractions you can't miss include Fisherman's Bastion, Hungarian Parliament Building and St. Stephen's Basilica.

Explore more of Hungary

  • Budapest has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Hungary waiting to be discovered. About 177 kms (110 miles) east of Budapest, a trip to Debrecen will keep your itinerary busy. Start with attractions like Hortobágy National Park, Nagyerdei Park and Debreceni Zsinagóga.

  • Miskolc is another essential stop in Hungary and is around 137 kms (85 miles) northeast of Budapest. No trip is complete without seeing Miskolctapolca Cave Bath, Bukk National Park and Diósgyőr: Történelmi Emlékhely.

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