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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from London Heathrow Airport to Budapest Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from 176 €. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Budapest.157 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 7 Oct, returning Fri, 16 Oct.Return flight with British Airways.Outbound direct flight with British Airways departs from London Heathrow on Wed, 7 Oct, arriving in Budapest.Inbound direct flight with British Airways departs from Budapest on Fri, 16 Oct, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From 157 €, select.

Budapest.157 € per passenger.Departing Sun, 13 Sep, returning Fri, 9 Oct.Return flight with British Airways.Outbound direct flight with British Airways departs from London Heathrow on Sun, 13 Sep, arriving in Budapest.Inbound direct flight with British Airways departs from Budapest on Fri, 9 Oct, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From 157 €, select.

Budapest.166 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 20 Jan, returning Wed, 3 Feb.Return flight with British Airways.Outbound direct flight with British Airways departs from London Heathrow on Wed, 20 Jan, arriving in Budapest.Inbound direct flight with British Airways departs from Budapest on Wed, 3 Feb, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From 166 €, select.

Budapest.166 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 8 Dec, returning Tue, 15 Dec.Return flight with British Airways.Outbound direct flight with British Airways departs from London Heathrow on Tue, 8 Dec, arriving in Budapest.Inbound direct flight with British Airways departs from Budapest on Tue, 15 Dec, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From 166 €, select.

Budapest.167 € per passenger.Departing Sun, 7 Feb, returning Tue, 16 Feb.Return flight with British Airways.Outbound direct flight with British Airways departs from London Heathrow on Sun, 7 Feb, arriving in Budapest.Inbound direct flight with British Airways departs from Budapest on Tue, 16 Feb, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From 167 €, select.

Budapest.167 € per passenger.Departing Sun, 12 Jul, returning Wed, 22 Jul.Return flight with British Airways.Outbound direct flight with British Airways departs from London Heathrow on Sun, 12 Jul, arriving in Budapest.Inbound direct flight with British Airways departs from Budapest on Wed, 22 Jul, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From 167 €, select.

Budapest.167 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 24 Nov, returning Tue, 1 Dec.Return flight with British Airways.Outbound direct flight with British Airways departs from London Heathrow on Tue, 24 Nov, arriving in Budapest.Inbound direct flight with British Airways departs from Budapest on Tue, 1 Dec, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From 167 €, select.

Budapest.167 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 16 Sep, returning Wed, 18 Nov.Return flight with British Airways.Outbound direct flight with British Airways departs from London Heathrow on Wed, 16 Sep, arriving in Budapest.Inbound direct flight with British Airways departs from Budapest on Wed, 18 Nov, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From 167 €, select.

Budapest.167 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 28 Jul, returning Tue, 4 Aug.Return flight with British Airways.Outbound direct flight with British Airways departs from London Heathrow on Tue, 28 Jul, arriving in Budapest.Inbound direct flight with British Airways departs from Budapest on Tue, 4 Aug, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From 167 €, select.

Budapest.167 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 19 Sep, returning Tue, 22 Sep.Return flight with British Airways.Outbound direct flight with British Airways departs from London Heathrow on Sat, 19 Sep, arriving in Budapest.Inbound direct flight with British Airways departs from Budapest on Tue, 22 Sep, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From 167 €, select.

Budapest.167 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 2 Mar, returning Tue, 9 Mar.Return flight with British Airways.Outbound direct flight with British Airways departs from London Heathrow on Tue, 2 Mar, arriving in Budapest.Inbound direct flight with British Airways departs from Budapest on Tue, 9 Mar, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From 167 €, select.

Budapest.167 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 16 Jan, returning Sat, 23 Jan.Return flight with British Airways.Outbound direct flight with British Airways departs from London Heathrow on Sat, 16 Jan, arriving in Budapest.Inbound direct flight with British Airways departs from Budapest on Sat, 23 Jan, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From 167 €, select.

Budapest.170 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 21 Oct, returning Thu, 5 Nov.Return flight with British Airways.Outbound direct flight with British Airways departs from London Heathrow on Wed, 21 Oct, arriving in Budapest.Inbound direct flight with British Airways departs from Budapest on Thu, 5 Nov, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From 170 €, select.

Budapest.171 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 3 Nov, returning Wed, 11 Nov.Return flight with British Airways.Outbound direct flight with British Airways departs from London Heathrow on Tue, 3 Nov, arriving in Budapest.Inbound direct flight with British Airways departs from Budapest on Wed, 11 Nov, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From 171 €, select.

Budapest.176 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 7 Dec, returning Wed, 20 Jan.Return flight with British Airways.Outbound direct flight with British Airways departs from London Heathrow on Mon, 7 Dec, arriving in Budapest.Inbound direct flight with British Airways departs from Budapest on Wed, 20 Jan, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From 176 €, select.

Budapest.176 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 26 Aug, returning Sat, 27 Feb.Return flight with British Airways.Outbound direct flight with British Airways departs from London Heathrow on Wed, 26 Aug, arriving in Budapest.Inbound direct flight with British Airways departs from Budapest on Sat, 27 Feb, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From 176 €, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from London Heathrow to Budapest

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Cheapest flight found	157 €
Cheapest month to fly	October
Average flight time	2 hrs, 33 mins
Most popular airline	British Airways
Average flights per week	127

Finding cheap flights from London Heathrow to Budapest: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from London Heathrow to Budapest?

The best price we found for a return flight from London Heathrow to Budapest is 157 €. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

How long does it take to fly from London Heathrow to Budapest?

2 hours and 33 minutes is the average flight time from London Heathrow to Budapest.

Which airlines fly direct from London Heathrow to Budapest?

British Airways, American Airlines and Japan Airlines fly direct from London Heathrow to Budapest.

How many flights are there a week from London Heathrow to Budapest?

As of July 2026, there are 127 flights per week flying from London Heathrow to Budapest.

When is the cheapest time to fly from London Heathrow to Budapest?

The cheapest month to fly from London Heathrow to Budapest is usually October.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from London Heathrow Airport to Budapest Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from London Heathrow Airport to Budapest Airport on Wednesday, 7 October 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from London Heathrow Airport to Budapest Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 33 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Budapest?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Budapest but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

When is the best time to book flights to Budapest?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Budapest is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from London Heathrow Airport to Budapest with?

Currently, British Airways offers the cheapest flight tickets to Budapest.

Travelling from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Budapest Airport (BUD): what you need to know

Around 2 hours 30 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from London Heathrow Airport to Budapest Airport.
Budapest's timezone is UTC+1, making Budapest one hour ahead of London.
Every week, there are 25 London Heathrow Airport to Budapest Airport flights. If you'd like to get going as soon as possible, take the 06:20 British Airways flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before flying, the last departure is at 21:45 with British Airways.
Your LHR to BUD flight won't wait if you're running late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
Jetting into Budapest (and then seeing more of Hungary!) is a snap with British Airways. This popular airline offers direct flights from London Heathrow Airport to Budapest Airport.
The airline that serves the most passengers on this route is British Airways.
With a reliable 81.54% of services arriving as scheduled, British Airways has the best on-time record for LHR to BUD flights.
If you want to split up your journey, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Budapest Airport. Here are the top stopovers between LHR and BUD:
- Frankfurt am Main Airport
- Munich Airport
- Vienna Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Budapest Airport (BUD)

At the moment, 80 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way London Heathrow Airport to Budapest Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is 157 €. Remember that fares may change due to availability when booking.
Score cheap tickets from LHR to BUD by booking at least eight months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
January is the cheapest month for flights from London Heathrow Airport to Budapest Airport. If you prefer to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.
Getting your hands on cheap flights from LHR to BUD couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as a new deal comes up.
Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from London Heathrow Airport to Budapest Airport.

Handy information about London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

When it comes to the on-time performance of London Heathrow Airport, 78% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
London Heathrow Airport is about 24 kilometres from central London. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 45 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a trip time of roughly 25 minutes when using public transport.
Taking an early flight from London Heathrow Airport to Budapest Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels close to LHR:

Arriving at Budapest Airport (BUD)

If you're coming in on a late London Heathrow Airport to Budapest Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed not long after at one of these options near BUD:
Grab a Budapest Airport rental car and discover Budapest and beyond with your own set of wheels. Klass Wagen, Dryyve and Green Motion are top providers you can book with here.
Reserving your vehicle from Budapest Airport about four weeks in advance boosts your odds of scoring a great price.

Getting from Budapest Airport (BUD) to central Budapest

From Budapest Airport, Budapest is approximately 16 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to drive to the centre.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 40 minutes.

When to fly to Budapest Airport (BUD)

June is the most popular month for flights from London Heathrow Airport to Budapest Airport. To skip the crowds, visit Budapest in March.
Lock in your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Budapest Airport for August if you want to explore Budapest during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 15ºC (59ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -8ºC (18ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF). Look for cheap tickets from LHR to BUD around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.

Explore more of Hungary

Debrecen is just one of the many cities in Hungary waiting to be explored after you've seen Budapest. Around 193 kilometres away to the east, its top attractions include Hortobágy National Park, Nagyerdei Park and Debreceni Zsinagóga.
If you want to check out another major destination in Hungary, consider Miskolc, roughly 145 kilometres north-east of Budapest. Miskolctapolca Cave Bath, Bukk National Park and Diósgyőr: Történelmi Emlékhely are among the biggest draws.