Cheap Flights from Luqa Malta International (MLA) to Budapest (BUD)

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Flight deals from Luqa Malta International to Budapest

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Luqa Malta International Airport to Budapest Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from £55. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Budapest.£17 per passenger.Departing Mon, 21 Sep.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Luqa Malta International on Mon, 21 Sep, arriving in Budapest.Price includes taxes and charges.From £17, select.

Budapest.£18 per passenger.Departing Wed, 21 Oct.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Luqa Malta International on Wed, 21 Oct, arriving in Budapest.Price includes taxes and charges.From £18, select.

Budapest.£22 per passenger.Departing Fri, 8 Jan.One-way flight with Wizz Air.Outbound direct flight with Wizz Air departs from Luqa Malta International on Fri, 8 Jan, arriving in Budapest.Price includes taxes and charges.From £22, select.

Budapest.£23 per passenger.Departing Wed, 12 May.One-way flight with Wizz Air.Outbound direct flight with Wizz Air departs from Luqa Malta International on Wed, 12 May, arriving in Budapest.Price includes taxes and charges.From £23, select.

Budapest.£23 per passenger.Departing Thu, 22 Apr.One-way flight with Wizz Air.Outbound direct flight with Wizz Air departs from Luqa Malta International on Thu, 22 Apr, arriving in Budapest.Price includes taxes and charges.From £23, select.

Budapest.£24 per passenger.Departing Wed, 11 Nov.One-way flight with Wizz Air.Outbound direct flight with Wizz Air departs from Luqa Malta International on Wed, 11 Nov, arriving in Budapest.Price includes taxes and charges.From £24, select.

Budapest.£24 per passenger.Departing Mon, 6 Jul.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Luqa Malta International on Mon, 6 Jul, arriving in Budapest.Price includes taxes and charges.From £24, select.

Budapest.£25 per passenger.Departing Sun, 13 Dec.One-way flight with Wizz Air.Outbound direct flight with Wizz Air departs from Luqa Malta International on Sun, 13 Dec, arriving in Budapest.Price includes taxes and charges.From £25, select.

Budapest.£34 per passenger.Departing Wed, 10 Mar.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Luqa Malta International on Wed, 10 Mar, arriving in Budapest.Price includes taxes and charges.From £34, select.

Budapest.£35 per passenger.Departing Wed, 10 Feb.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Luqa Malta International on Wed, 10 Feb, arriving in Budapest.Price includes taxes and charges.From £35, select.

Budapest.£36 per passenger.Departing Wed, 5 Aug.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Luqa Malta International on Wed, 5 Aug, arriving in Budapest.Price includes taxes and charges.From £36, select.

Budapest.£40 per passenger.Departing Tue, 30 Jun.One-way flight with Wizz Air.Outbound direct flight with Wizz Air departs from Luqa Malta International on Tue, 30 Jun, arriving in Budapest.Price includes taxes and charges.From £40, select.

Budapest.£41 per passenger.Departing Tue, 22 Jun.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Luqa Malta International on Tue, 22 Jun, arriving in Budapest.Price includes taxes and charges.From £41, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Luqa Malta International to Budapest

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

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Valletta to Budapest: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found	£17
Cheapest month to fly	September
Average flight time	2 hrs, 16 mins
Most popular airline	Ryanair
Average flights per week	21

Finding cheap flights from Luqa Malta International to Budapest: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Luqa Malta International to Budapest?

The best price we found for a return flight from Luqa Malta International to Budapest is £35. 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.

How long does it take to fly from Luqa Malta International to Budapest?

2 hours and 16 minutes is the average flight time from Luqa Malta International to Budapest.

Which airlines fly direct from Luqa Malta International to Budapest?

Ryanair, Malta Air and Wizz Air fly direct from Luqa Malta International to Budapest.

How many flights are there a week from Luqa Malta International to Budapest?

As of June 2026, there are 21 flights per week flying from Luqa Malta International to Budapest.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Luqa Malta International to Budapest?

The cheapest month to fly from Luqa Malta International to Budapest is usually September.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Luqa Malta International Airport to Budapest Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Luqa Malta International Airport to Budapest Airport on Monday, 21 September 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Luqa Malta International Airport to Budapest Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 16 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Budapest?

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.

When is the best time to book flights to Budapest?

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.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Luqa Malta International Airport to Budapest with?

Currently, Ryanair offers the cheapest flight tickets to Budapest.

Travelling from Luqa Malta International Airport (MLA) to Budapest Airport (BUD): what you need to know

Around 2 hours 15 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Luqa Malta International Airport to Budapest Airport.
Budapest's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Valletta.
Flights from MLA to BUD start from 07:05 — the first with Ryanair. The latest departure is at 23:25 with Wizz Air. In total, there are 13 weekly Luqa Malta International Airport to Budapest Airport flights.
Give yourself enough time to make your MLA to BUD flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as August, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
Flying into Budapest (and then discovering more of Hungary!) is easy with Ryanair. This popular airline offers direct flights from Luqa Malta International Airport to Budapest Airport.
Most travellers choose to travel with Ryanair on this route.
With an impressive 85.71% of services arriving on schedule, Wizz Air has the best on-time record for MLA to BUD flights.
If you want to include a stop along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Luqa Malta International Airport to Budapest Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between MLA and BUD:
- Rome Fiumicino Airport
- Vienna Airport
- Milan Bergamo Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Luqa Malta International Airport (MLA) to Budapest Airport (BUD)

£17 is currently the best price for a one-way Luqa Malta International Airport to Budapest Airport flight. Return flights start from £35. These fares can change based on demand.
Book one month before your departure date. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from MLA to BUD.
June is the cheapest month for flights from Luqa Malta International Airport to Budapest Airport. If you want to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares across every month.
Getting your hands on cheap flights from MLA to BUD is easy with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as there's a better deal.
Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Luqa Malta International Airport to Budapest Airport.

Handy information about Luqa Malta International Airport (MLA)

76% of flights departing from Luqa Malta International Airport reach their destination on time.
To get to Luqa Malta International Airport from central Valletta, it'll take about 20 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 8 kms (5 miles) from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a journey time of around 30 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel near MLA? If you're catching an early flight from Luqa Malta International Airport to Budapest Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:

Arriving at Budapest Airport (BUD)

Consider staying in a hotel close to BUD if you're taking a late Luqa Malta International Airport to Budapest Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Budapest Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Klass Wagen, Dryyve or Green Motion to explore Budapest and beyond.
For the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Budapest Airport around four weeks before your trip.

Getting from Budapest Airport (BUD) to central Budapest

Budapest Airport to the centre of Budapest has a drive time of about 25 minutes. It's approximately 16 kms (10 miles) away.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of around 40 minutes.

When to fly to Budapest Airport (BUD)

June is the busiest month for flights from Luqa Malta International Airport to Budapest Airport. For a quieter experience, head to Budapest in March.
The warmest month in Budapest is August, with the temperature ranging between 15ºC and 33ºC. Book your flights from Luqa Malta International Airport to Budapest Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
January has average temperatures of between -8ºC and 6ºC. Look for cheap tickets from MLA to BUD sometime then if you like cooler conditions.

Explore more of Hungary

Budapest is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Hungary waiting to be discovered. About 193 kms (120 miles) east of Budapest, a trip to Debrecen will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading attractions like Hortobágy National Park, Nagyerdei Park and Debreceni Zsinagóga.
Miskolc is another well-known destination in Hungary and is around 145 kms (90 miles) north-east of Budapest. No trip is complete without a visit to Miskolctapolca Cave Bath, Bukk National Park and Diósgyőr: Történelmi Emlékhely.