How to get from Thessaloniki to Budapest
Compare the train, bus and flight options. Then check them for your own date.
Start with the whole journey.
We compared the ways to travel from Thessaloniki to Budapest. The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes 1h 40m, 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.
836 km
Which way suits you?
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight | €22Checked Sep 10 | 1h 40mFlight only | See Flight details |
| Bus | €153Checked Sep 10 | 34h 40m2 transfers | See Bus details |
- Flight€22Checked Sep 101h 40m · Flight onlySee Flight details
- Bus€153Checked Sep 1034h 40m · 2 transfersSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Thessaloniki to Budapest: 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.
- 1Thessaloniki Airport → Budapest Ferenc Lisztflight
Wizz Air·1h 40m
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.
All transport observations
Flight calendar
Flight prices by day, Thessaloniki to Budapest
The lowest fare we saw for each day over the next three months. Tap a day to search it live.
September 2026
€62October 2026
€20Departure 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· 26h 46m€81Book
Omio last refreshed these on Thu, Aug 20
Operators seen on these journeys
Wizz AirThessaloniki Airport-Budapest Ferenc LisztSee live options and dates →
RyanairThessaloniki Airport-Budapest Ferenc LisztSee live options and dates →
ArdaTurThessaloniki-Pazardzhik, Pazardzhik-ViennaBook →
ÖBB RailjetVienna-BudapestBook →On this route you travel with Wizz Air, Ryanair, ArdaTur, ÖBB Railjet; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Thessaloniki to Budapest works
Start with a W6 flight from Thessaloniki to Budapest, about 1h 40m. In total it's roughly €22 over 1h 40m, direct, no transfers.
Thessaloniki to Budapest: common questions
How long does it take to get from Thessaloniki to Budapest?
The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes about 1h 40m. Getting to and from the airports is on top of that.
How far is Budapest from Thessaloniki?
About 836 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Thessaloniki to Budapest cost?
On the upcoming dates we checked, the cheapest fare ranged from €22 to €153. Run a live search for your own date to see today's price.
Are there direct flights from Thessaloniki to Budapest?
Yes. The best option we found flies without a transfer and takes about 1h 40m.
How long is the flight from Thessaloniki to Budapest?
About 1h 40m, and that is the flight itself. Getting to and from the airports is on top of it.
What are the airport codes for Thessaloniki and Budapest?
Thessaloniki is SKG and Budapest is BUD, so this route is usually written SKG to BUD.
Which operators run Thessaloniki to Budapest?
On this route you travel with Wizz Air, Ryanair, ArdaTur, ÖBB Railjet.
Can you get from Thessaloniki to Budapest without flying?
Yes. A ground route by bus takes about 26h 46m.
What is the cheapest way to get from Thessaloniki to Budapest?
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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