Flying from Shannon Airport (SNN) to Budapest Airport (BUD): what you need to know
Around 3 hours 5 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Shannon Airport to Budapest Airport.
Budapest is one hour ahead of Shannon and follows the UTC+1 timezone.
Your SNN to BUD flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
During popular months like June, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during peak periods in general.
Ryanair is your gateway to exploring Budapest (and perhaps some other exciting parts of Hungary!). Check out the direct flights from Shannon Airport to Budapest Airport offered by this airline.
Most travellers choose to travel with Ryanair on this route.
Ryanair leads the way as the most punctual carrier for SNN to BUD flights, with 85.71% of its services arriving on schedule.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Shannon Airport to Budapest Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here are some options between SNN and BUD:
London Heathrow Airport
Manchester Airport
London Stansted Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Shannon Airport (SNN) to Budapest Airport (BUD)
At the moment, 29 € is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Shannon Airport to Budapest Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is 79 €. Bear in mind that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Score cheap tickets from SNN to BUD by booking 11 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
April is the cheapest month for flights from Shannon Airport to Budapest Airport. If you want to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.
Getting your hands on cheap flights from SNN to BUD is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when there's a better deal.
Tailor your flights using filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Shannon Airport to Budapest Airport.
Handy information about Shannon Airport (SNN)
84% of flights leaving Shannon Airport reach their destination according to schedule. With its reliable on-time performance, you're unlikely to be delayed when setting off from SNN.
Shannon Airport is around 3 kilometres from central Shannon. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 5 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Expect a journey time of about 15 minutes when using public transport.
Catching an early flight from Shannon Airport to Budapest Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to SNN:
Arriving at Budapest Airport (BUD)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Shannon Airport to Budapest Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near BUD instead:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Budapest Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Klass Wagen, Dryyve or Green Motion and explore beyond Budapest's usual tourist stops.
To get the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Budapest Airport around four weeks ahead.
When to fly to Budapest Airport (BUD)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Shannon Airport to Budapest Airport. June is the most popular month to head to Budapest. If you like a quieter vibe, go in March.
Before locking in your flight from Shannon Airport to Budapest Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Budapest, with temperatures ranging from 15ºC (59ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -8ºC (18ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF). Search for cheap tickets from SNN to BUD around that time if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Hungary
Budapest has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Hungary waiting to be discovered. About 193 kilometres east of Budapest, a visit to Debrecen will keep you on the move. Start with leading attractions like Hortobágy National Park, Nagyerdei Park and Debreceni Zsinagóga.
Around 145 kilometres north-east of Budapest, Miskolc is another essential stop in Hungary. No visit is complete without checking out Miskolctapolca Cave Bath, Bukk National Park and Diósgyőr: Történelmi Emlékhely.