Travelling from Prague Airport (PRG) to Budapest Airport (BUD): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Prague Airport to Budapest Airport is 1 hour 10 minutes.
Budapest's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Prague.
Every week, there are four Prague Airport to Budapest Airport flights. To jet off early, take the 07:35 Ryanair flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before flying, the latest flight is at 21:20 with Ryanair.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your PRG to BUD flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months like September. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Ryanair is your ticket to exploring Budapest (and maybe even some other great parts of Hungary!). Check out the direct flights from Prague Airport to Budapest Airport offered by this carrier.
The majority of passengers choose to fly with Ryanair on this route.
Ryanair leads the way as the most punctual carrier for PRG to BUD flights, with 85.71% of its services arriving as scheduled.
If you'd like to include a stop along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Prague Airport to Budapest Airport. Here are the top stopovers between PRG and BUD:
Frankfurt am Main Airport
Munich Airport
Vienna Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Prague Airport (PRG) to Budapest Airport (BUD)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Prague Airport to Budapest Airport flight is £24. A round-trip ticket is currently £46. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Book 11 months before flying. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from PRG to BUD.
April is the cheapest month for flights from Prague Airport to Budapest Airport. If you're looking to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.
There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's a change in price on cheap flights from PRG to BUD.
Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Prague Airport to Budapest Airport.
Handy information about Prague Airport (PRG)
When it comes to Prague Airport's on-time performance, 74% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Central Prague to Prague Airport is around 18 kms (11 miles). Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a trip time of around 35 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a hassle-free start by staying near PRG. Whether you're taking an early flight from Prague Airport to Budapest Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Budapest Airport (BUD)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Prague Airport to Budapest Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near BUD instead:
Explore without limits with a Budapest Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Klass Wagen, Dryyve or Green Motion and venture far and wide through Budapest and beyond.
Booking your ride from Budapest Airport about four weeks in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Budapest Airport (BUD) to central Budapest
From Budapest Airport, Budapest is approximately 16 kms (10 miles) away. It takes around 25 minutes to reach the centre by car.
It takes roughly 40 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Budapest Airport (BUD)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Prague Airport to Budapest Airport. June is the most popular month to visit Budapest. If you'd like a more low-key vibe, go in March.
Before locking in your flight from Prague Airport to Budapest Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Budapest, with temperatures ranging from 15ºC to 33ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from PRG to BUD in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -8ºC and 6ºC on average.
Explore more of Hungary
You've done Budapest, now it's time to discover other corners of Hungary. Travel around 193 kms (120 miles) east to Debrecen to check off its popular sights. From Hortobágy National Park to Nagyerdei Park and Debreceni Zsinagóga, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 145 kms (90 miles) north-east of Budapest, Miskolc is another favourite stop in Hungary. No visit is complete without checking out Miskolctapolca Cave Bath, Bukk National Park and Diósgyőr: Történelmi Emlékhely.