How to get from Budapest to Thessaloniki
- 836 km as the crow flies
- Fastest: flight, 1h 35m
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We compared the ways to travel from Budapest to Thessaloniki. The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes 1h 35m, not counting the trip to and from the airports. The two cities are about 836 km apart in a straight line. The price and operators below come from a real route search.
This is the lowest fare we have recorded for this route in the last 14 days.
This fare comes from a search on September 21, 2026 and has not been refreshed since. Run a live search for today's price.
836 km
Which way suits you?
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight | €24Checked Sep 21 | 1h 35mFlight only | See Flight details |
| Bus | €107Omio catalogue, Aug 20 | 22h 06m1 transfer | See Bus details |
- Flight€24Checked Sep 211h 35m · Flight onlySee Flight details
- Bus€107Omio catalogue, Aug 2022h 06m · 1 transferSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Budapest to Thessaloniki: cheapest or fastest?
All from the same recent search. Pick a tab: the legs, the timing and the difference from the others all change with it.
- 1Budapest Ferenc Liszt → Thessaloniki Airportflight
Ryanair·1h 35m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
The observed fares belong to earlier dates.
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The amounts on each day are fares seen earlier, not live offers. A day with no figure is one we have not priced, not one without a service.
Flight prices by day, Budapest to Thessaloniki
The lowest fare we saw for each day over the next three months. Tap a day to search it live.
October 2026
€18Departure and arrival
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· 29h 05m€107Book
Omio last refreshed these on Thu, Aug 20
Operators seen on these journeys
RyanairBudapest Ferenc Liszt-Thessaloniki AirportSee live options and dates →
ArdaTurBudapest-Sofia, Sofia-ThessalonikiBook →On this route you travel with Ryanair, ArdaTur; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Budapest to Thessaloniki works
Start with a Ryanair flight from Budapest to Thessaloniki, about 1h 35m. In total it's roughly €24 over 1h 35m, direct, no transfers.
Budapest to Thessaloniki: common questions
How long does it take to get from Budapest to Thessaloniki?
The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes about 1h 35m. Getting to and from the airports is on top of that.
How far is Thessaloniki from Budapest?
About 836 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Budapest to Thessaloniki cost?
Our latest search put the route we recommend at €24. Other options on this page can cost less, and the exact fare depends on your travel date.
Are there direct flights from Budapest to Thessaloniki?
Yes. The best option we found flies without a transfer and takes about 1h 35m.
How long is the flight from Budapest to Thessaloniki?
About 1h 35m, and that is the flight itself. Getting to and from the airports is on top of it.
What are the airport codes for Budapest and Thessaloniki?
Budapest is BUD and Thessaloniki is SKG, so this route is usually written BUD to SKG.
Which operators run Budapest to Thessaloniki?
On this route you travel with Ryanair, ArdaTur.
What is the cheapest way to get from Budapest to Thessaloniki?
Usually a flexible date, or leaving from a nearby airport. A live search puts every option for your dates side by side.
Can I book directly?
Yes. Routavio sends you straight to the operator or an independent third-party provider. We never add a booking fee. The final fare and availability are confirmed by that provider.
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Sources and method
Routes are calculated by Routavio's multimodal engine from operator timetables and flight data. Durations come from timetables, and prices are the most recent observation, not a guarantee.
Operators: Ryanair
Route calculated: 21 Sep 2026
Prices checked: 21 Sep 2026