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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Manchester to Budapest? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Manchester to Budapest

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

Direct flights from Manchester to Budapest

Manchester to Budapest: Alternative routes

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

Manchester to Budapest: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 674
Cheapest month to flyJune
Average flight time2 hrs, 45 mins
Most popular airlineRyanair
Average flights per week16

Finding cheap flights from Manchester to Budapest: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Manchester to Budapest is R 1,651. 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.
2 hours and 45 minutes is the average flight time from Manchester to Budapest.
Ryanair, Buzz and Jet2 fly direct from Manchester to Budapest.
As of June 2025, there are 16 flights per week flying from Manchester to Budapest.
The cheapest month to fly from Manchester to Budapest is usually June 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Manchester Airport to Budapest Airport on Wednesday, 8 October 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 45 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.

Travelling from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD): what you need to know

  • Around 2 hours 40 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Manchester Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport.

  • Budapest's timezone is UTC+1, which makes Budapest one hour ahead of Manchester.

  • Each week, there are ten Manchester Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport flights. If you'd like to get going as soon as possible, opt for the 05:45 Ryanair flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before flying, the latest flight is at 18:30 with Ryanair.

  • Your MAN 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 when you're travelling internationally.

  • You can expect longer lines during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.

  • You can travel nonstop to Budapest, Hungary. Take off with one of these airlines that offer direct flights from Manchester Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport:

  • Ryanair has the highest passenger demand on this route.

  • Jet2 is the most punctual carrier that operates MAN to BUD flights, with 70.0% of its services arriving on schedule.

  • Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Manchester Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Check out these options between MAN and BUD:

    • Amsterdam Airport Schiphol

    • Brussels S. Charleroi Airport

    • Berlin Brandenburg Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)

  • The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Manchester Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport flight is R 674. A return plane ticket right now is R 1,651. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.

  • Book five months before you travel. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from MAN to BUD.

  • Organise your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for flights from Manchester Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across each month.

  • You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as there's a new deal on cheap flights from MAN to BUD.

  • Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Manchester Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport.

Handy information about Manchester Airport (MAN)

  • 59.39% of flights that take off from Manchester Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.

  • Manchester Airport is about 18 kilometres from central Manchester. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.

  • Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 5 minutes.

  • Need a handy hotel near MAN? If you've booked an early flight from Manchester Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport, these stays will put you moments from check-in:

Arriving at Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)

  • If you're getting in on a late Manchester Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these accommodation options near BUD:

  • Grab a Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport rental car and discover Budapest and beyond with your own wheels. Klass Wagen, Dryyve and Green Motion are top outlets to choose from here.

  • Lock in the best deal by reserving your ride from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport about four weeks before your travel date.

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

  • From Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport, Budapest is approximately 24 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to get to the centre driving.

  • When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour.

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

  • It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Manchester Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Budapest. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in April.

  • Book your flight from Manchester Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport for August if you'd like to explore Budapest during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 15ºC (59ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).

  • Search for cheap tickets from MAN to BUD in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -8ºC (18ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF) on average.

Explore more of Hungary

  • Debrecen is just one of the many cities in Hungary waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Budapest. Around 193 kilometres away to the east, check out popular attractions including Deri Museum, Hortobagy National Park and Debrecen Zoo and Amusement Park.

  • Miskolc is another favourite destination in Hungary and is around 145 kilometres north-east of Budapest. No trip is complete without a visit to Galya-tető (Miskolc), DVTK Szabadidő Park and Munkástrón.

Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 45 days.