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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Madrid to Budapest flights are currently cheapest in October.

Direct flights from Madrid to Budapest

Madrid to Budapest: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Madrid to Budapest below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Budapest.

Madrid to Budapest: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found61 €
Cheapest month to flySeptember
Average flight time3 hrs, 13 mins
Most popular airlineVueling Airlines
Average flights per week32

Finding cheap flights from Madrid to Budapest: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Madrid to Budapest is 61 €. 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.
3 hours and 13 minutes is the average flight time from Madrid to Budapest.
Vueling Airlines, Iberia and American Airlines fly direct from Madrid to Budapest.
As of June 2025, there are 32 flights per week flying from Madrid to Budapest.
The cheapest month to fly from Madrid to Budapest is usually June 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Madrid Airport to Budapest Airport on Tuesday, 30 September 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 13 minutes.
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.
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.
Currently, Ryanair offers the cheapest flight tickets to Budapest.

Flying from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD): what you need to know

  • The average time for a direct flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport is 3 hours 10 minutes.

  • Madrid and Budapest share the UTC+1 timezone. This means there's no time difference to consider.

  • Each week, there are 26 Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport flights. If you'd like to get going as soon as possible, opt for the 06:10 Ryanair flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before you fly, the last flight is at 22:30 with Wizz Air.

  • Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your MAD to BUD flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.

  • During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during a high season in general.

  • You'll find a range of airlines offering direct flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport. When you're ready to start your Budapest holiday, let one of these carriers fly you to this must-see part of Hungary:

  • The airline that passengers book most often on this route is Ryanair.

  • With a dependable 83.78% of services arriving as planned, Iberia has the best on-time record for MAD to BUD flights.

  • Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or visit a new city along the way. Check out these options between MAD and BUD:

    • Vienna International Airport

    • Franz Josef Strauss Airport

    • Milano Malpensa Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)

  • 28 € is the best price for a one-way Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport flight. Return flights start from 61 €. These prices may change based on demand and availability.

  • Book six months before you want to fly. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from MAD to BUD.

  • The cheapest month for flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have flexible dates.

  • There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from MAD to BUD.

  • Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport.

Handy information about Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)

  • When it comes to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport's on-time performance, data shows 78.23% of flights complete their journey on time.

  • To reach Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport from central Madrid, it takes around 25 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • Taking public transport? Expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.

  • Get your holiday off to a stress-free start by staying near MAD. Whether you're taking an early flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are the answer:

Arriving at Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)

  • The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on an Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near BUD instead:

  • Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Klass Wagen, Dryyve or Green Motion and chase adventure across Budapest and beyond.

  • To secure the lowest price, book your ride from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport about four weeks before you travel.

Getting from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) to central Budapest

  • Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport is roughly 24 kilometres from central Budapest. The drive time takes around 30 minutes.

  • It'll take around 1 hour if you're travelling on public transport.

When to fly to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)

  • It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Budapest. If you like a more laid-back vibe, go in April.

  • Before locking in your flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Budapest, with temperatures ranging from 15ºC (59ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).

  • January sees average temperatures of between -8ºC (18ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF). Search for cheap tickets from MAD to BUD around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.

Explore more of Hungary

  • Budapest has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Hungary you should also see. Around 193 kilometres east of Budapest, a visit to Debrecen will keep you on the move. Don't miss top attractions like Deri Museum, Hortobagy National Park and Debrecen Zoo and Amusement Park.

  • Miskolc is another essential stop in Hungary and is around 145 kilometres north-east of Budapest. No trip is complete without dropping by Galya-tető (Miskolc), DVTK Szabadidő Park and Munkástrón.

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