Travelling from Thessaloniki Airport (SKG) to Budapest Airport (BUD): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 40 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Thessaloniki Airport to Budapest Airport.
Budapest is one hour behind Thessaloniki and observes the UTC+1 timezone.
Flights from SKG to BUD start from 06:15 — the earliest with Ryanair. The latest departure is at 22:40 with Ryanair. Overall, you can choose from five weekly Thessaloniki Airport to Budapest Airport flights.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Be at the airport on time to catch your SKG to BUD flight.
Flying during a peak time such as July? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Wizz Air is your gateway to exploring Budapest (and maybe even some other great parts of Hungary!). Check out the direct flights from Thessaloniki Airport to Budapest Airport offered by this popular carrier.
The majority of passengers choose to travel with Wizz Air on this route.
Wizz Air is the most punctual carrier that offers SKG to BUD flights. A reliable 89.47% of its services on this route arrive without delay.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Thessaloniki Airport to Budapest Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some great stopovers between SKG and BUD include:
Istanbul Airport
Munich Airport
Athens International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Thessaloniki Airport (SKG) to Budapest Airport (BUD)
Currently, £17 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Thessaloniki Airport to Budapest Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is £34. Keep in mind that fares can change due to demand when booking.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from SKG to BUD if you book ahead. Airlines often have some excellent early bird rates.
The cheapest month for flights from Thessaloniki Airport to Budapest Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have a flexible travel schedule.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from SKG to BUD by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a new low fare is offered.
Tailor your trip using filters. Select your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Thessaloniki Airport to Budapest Airport.
Handy information about Thessaloniki Airport (SKG)
83% of flights leaving Thessaloniki Airport arrive at their destination according to schedule. With its strong on-time performance, you're unlikely to experience delays when taking off from SKG.
To get to Thessaloniki Airport from central Thessaloniki, it takes about 25 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 16 kms (10 miles) from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a trip time of roughly 45 minutes on public transport.
Need a handy hotel close to SKG? If you've booked an early flight from Thessaloniki Airport to Budapest Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Budapest Airport (BUD)
Consider staying in a hotel near BUD if you're taking a late Thessaloniki Airport to Budapest Airport flight. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Pick up a Budapest Airport rental car and explore Budapest and beyond with your own wheels. Klass Wagen, Dryyve and Green Motion are popular outlets to choose from here.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your ride from Budapest Airport around four weeks ahead of your departure.
When to fly to Budapest Airport (BUD)
The quietest month for a flight from Thessaloniki Airport to Budapest Airport is March, while June is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Budapest based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Lock in your flight from Thessaloniki Airport to Budapest Airport for August if you want to visit Budapest during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 15ºC and 33ºC.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SKG to BUD in January. Temperatures average between -8ºC and 6ºC then.
Explore more of Hungary
Debrecen is just one of the many cities in Hungary waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Budapest. Around 193 kms (120 miles) away to the east, top sights here include Hortobágy National Park, Nagyerdei Park and Debreceni Zsinagóga.
Miskolc is another essential stop in Hungary and is around 145 kms (90 miles) north-east of Budapest. No journey is complete without seeing Miskolctapolca Cave Bath, Bukk National Park and Diósgyőr: Történelmi Emlékhely.


