Bucharest to Budapest by plane
Travelling from Bucharest to Budapest by plane takes about 1h 15m, run by Wizz Air. A cheaper option we found is bus, at €67. The flight is still the quickest.
A closer look at the Flight journey
What follows describes one observed route. It does not mean this is the fastest option on the line.
- Observed fare
- €73
- Total journey
- 1h 15m
- Change
- direct
- Operator
- Wizz Air
Checked Sep 9 · Not checked for your date
Flight only
The journey, step by step
- 1Bucharest Băneasa Aurel Vlaicu International Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt
Wizz Air1h 15mThe exact stop, platform and times are not in this record; confirm them with the provider.
This is the time in the air. We have not computed the door to door total, which adds getting to the airport and back.
Departures from Bucharest to Budapest
FlixBus runs 12 scheduled departures a day, the first at 05:55 and the last at 23:00.
| Operator | Departures a day | First | Last |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBusbus | 12 | 05:55 | 23:00 |
Departure times come from operator timetables and are local time at the origin. Where a row shows no times, the frequency is the operator's own and the timetable is not published to us. Times can change on holidays and at short notice; confirm with the operator before you travel.
Before you travel
Which airports?
The airports are in this record; the terminal, the gate and the trip to the airport are not. Confirm the terminal on your own ticket.
Check-in and security
The flight time covers the airborne part only. Allow separate time for reaching the airport, check-in, security and the journey on arrival.
Baggage and ticket conditions
Baggage allowance and ticket conditions depend on the provider you choose and the fare type. This record holds neither, so check the change and cancellation terms before you buy.
Accessibility
Accessibility services and facilities are not in this record. Contact the operator before travelling for current information.
Other ways to travel
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bus | €44Omio catalogue, Sep 9 | 17h 20mdirect | See Bus details |
- Bus€44Omio catalogue, Sep 917h 20m · directSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Ticket prices on this route
What each way of travelling costs, as the operator publishes it. These describe the route rather than a date you pick, and they refresh once a day. Booking opens at our partner Omio.
- Bus· 13h 35m€44Book
Omio last refreshed these on Wed, Sep 9
Bucharest to Budapest by plane: common questions
How long does Bucharest to Budapest take by plane?
About 1h 15m, with no transfer.
How much is a flight ticket from Bucharest to Budapest?
The best price in our latest check was €73. The exact fare depends on the date and how full the service is.
Who runs the flight from Bucharest to Budapest?
Wizz Air. You buy the ticket directly from them.
Is the flight or the bus better?
The bus is cheaper at €67. The flight wins on journey time.
Where else this route goes
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