How to get from Stockholm to Budapest
- 1353 km as the crow flies
- Fastest: flight, 2h 20m
Compare the train, bus and flight options. Then check them for your own date.
At a glance
Fastest
2h 20m
direct
Flight
€22
Calculated by Routavio, refreshed 18 Oct 2026
Start with the whole journey.
We compared the ways to travel from Stockholm to Budapest. The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes 2h 20m, not counting the trip to and from the airports. The two cities are about 1353 km apart in a straight line. The price and operators below come from a real route search.
This fare comes from a search on October 18, 2026 and has not been refreshed since. Run a live search for today's price.
1353 km
Stockholm to Budapest: cheapest or fastest?
Pick a tab: the legs, the timing and the difference from the others all change with it.
- 1Stockholm Arlanda → Budapest Ferenc Lisztflight
Ryanair·2h 20m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
Cheapest flight fare by month, Stockholm to Budapest
| Month | Lowest fare seen | Seen on |
|---|---|---|
| October 2026 | €40 | |
| November 2026 | €18 | |
| December 2026 | €22 |
The lowest fare Routavio has seen for each departure month, with the day it was seen. Fares change, so check the price when you search.
Departure 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· 32h 40m€99Book
Omio last refreshed these on Wed, Oct 28
Operators seen on these journeys
On this route you travel with Ryanair; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Stockholm to Budapest works
Routavio built this route from its own route data on 18 October 2026. Start with a FR flight from Stockholm to Budapest, about 2h 20m. In total it's roughly €20 over 2h 20m, direct, no transfers.
Where to stay
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Stockholm to Budapest: common questions
How long does it take to get from Stockholm to Budapest?
Routavio's route check on 18 October 2026 times the flight itself at about 2h 20m; the most useful option is a flight. Getting to and from the airports is on top of that.
How far is Budapest from Stockholm?
About 1353 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Stockholm to Budapest cost?
Routavio's price check on 18 October 2026 puts the route we recommend at €20. Other options on this page can cost less, and the exact fare depends on your travel date.
Are there direct flights from Stockholm to Budapest?
Yes. The best option Routavio found flies without a transfer and takes about 2h 20m.
How long is the flight from Stockholm to Budapest?
Routavio times the flight itself at about 2h 20m. Getting to and from the airports is on top of it.
What are the airport codes for Stockholm and Budapest?
Stockholm is ARN and Budapest is BUD, so this route is usually written ARN to BUD.
Which operators run Stockholm to Budapest?
According to Routavio's route data, on this route you travel with Ryanair.
What is the cheapest way to get from Stockholm to Budapest?
Routavio's comparison usually points to 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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- ARN to BUD
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: 18 Oct 2026
Prices checked: 18 Oct 2026