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Flight deals from Reykjavik to Budapest

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Reykjavik to Budapest? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Budapest.R 996 per passenger.Departing Wed, 19 Nov.One-way flight with Wizz Air.Outbound direct flight with Wizz Air departs from Reykjavik Keflavik on Wed, 19 Nov, arriving in Budapest.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 996, select.
Budapest.R 997 per passenger.Departing Wed, 31 Dec.One-way flight with Wizz Air.Outbound direct flight with Wizz Air departs from Reykjavik Keflavik on Wed, 31 Dec, arriving in Budapest.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 997, select.
Budapest.R 1,017 per passenger.Departing Mon, 26 Jan.One-way flight with Wizz Air.Outbound direct flight with Wizz Air departs from Reykjavik Keflavik on Mon, 26 Jan, arriving in Budapest.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,017, select.
Budapest.R 1,424 per passenger.Departing Thu, 2 Oct.One-way flight with Wizz Air.Outbound direct flight with Wizz Air departs from Reykjavik Keflavik on Thu, 2 Oct, arriving in Budapest.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,424, select.
Budapest.R 1,424 per passenger.Departing Mon, 2 Feb.One-way flight with Wizz Air.Outbound direct flight with Wizz Air departs from Reykjavik Keflavik on Mon, 2 Feb, arriving in Budapest.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,424, select.
Budapest.R 1,435 per passenger.Departing Tue, 28 Apr.One-way flight with Wizz Air.Outbound direct flight with Wizz Air departs from Reykjavik Keflavik on Tue, 28 Apr, arriving in Budapest.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,435, select.
Budapest.R 1,524 per passenger.Departing Thu, 7 May.One-way flight with Wizz Air.Outbound direct flight with Wizz Air departs from Reykjavik Keflavik on Thu, 7 May, arriving in Budapest.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,524, select.
Budapest.R 1,831 per passenger.Departing Mon, 9 Mar.One-way flight with Wizz Air.Outbound direct flight with Wizz Air departs from Reykjavik Keflavik on Mon, 9 Mar, arriving in Budapest.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,831, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Reykjavik to Budapest

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Reykjavik to Budapest flights are currently cheapest in November.
Sep
from R 1,844
Oct
from R 1,424
Nov
from R 996
Dec
from R 997
Jan
from R 1,017
Feb
from R 1,424
Mar
from R 1,831
Apr
from R 1,435
May
from R 1,524
Jun
from R 1,966
Jul
from R 2,123
Aug
from R 2,502

Direct flights from Reykjavik to Budapest

Reykjavik to Budapest: Alternative routes

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

Reykjavik to Budapest: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 996
Cheapest month to flyNovember
Average flight time4 hrs, 31 mins
Most popular airlineWizz Air
Average flights per week3

Finding cheap flights from Reykjavik to Budapest: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Reykjavik to Budapest is R 2,034. 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.
4 hours and 31 minutes is the average flight time from Reykjavik to Budapest.
Wizz Air flies direct from Reykjavik to Budapest.
As of September 2025, there are 3 flights per week flying from Reykjavik to Budapest.
The cheapest month to fly from Reykjavik to Budapest is usually November.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Reykjavik to Budapest Airport on Monday, 17 November 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 4 hours and 31 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.
The cheapest airline that flies to Budapest is Wizz Air .

Flying from Reykjavik to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD): What you need to know

  • Planning your trip starts with figuring out where you'll leave from in Reykjavik. Keflavik International Airport (KEF) is the city's main base, so check out your options for booking a flight from Reykjavik to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) out of here.

  • The average time for a direct Reykjavik to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport flight is 4 hours 50 minutes.

  • The timezone in Budapest is UTC+1, which is one hour ahead of Reykjavik. Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport is located in Budapest.

  • Choose from 3 direct flights each week between Keflavik International Airport (KEF) and Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD). This is the most popular route, with Wizz Air offering a 10:10am departure from KEF to BUD.

  • For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your flight from Reykjavik to BUD.

  • Heading off during a peak time like school or public holidays? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. Give yourself extra leeway and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

Airports in Reykjavik

Keflavik International Airport (KEF)

  • Take the express route from Keflavik International Airport (KEF). Direct flights from Reykjavik to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) can be booked from here.

  • You can travel on a direct flight from Reykjavik to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport with Wizz Air. This leading airline operates departures from KEF.

  • The airline most travellers choose when flying between KEF and BUD is Wizz Air.

  • The carrier with the most reliable on-time performance on this route is Wizz Air. Its services land as scheduled 72.22% of the time.

  • We make it easy to book cheap flights from Reykjavik to BUD with a stopover. To explore all your options departing from Keflavik International Airport (KEF), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers between KEF and BUD include:

    • Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)

    • Frankfurt Airport (FRA)

    • Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)

  • The journey from central Reykjavik to KEF takes about 1 hour 15 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 48 kilometres in 50 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.

  • Want a hassle-free start to your travels? Stay near Keflavik International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Reykjavik to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are just what you're after:

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of Keflavik International Airport, data shows 66.96% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.

Reykjavik International Airport (RKV)

  • RKV is about 2 kilometres from central Reykjavik. It'll take you 5 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 25 minutes.

  • Get your holiday started early with an extra night away from home. Before your Reykjavik to BUD flight, unwind in one of these hotels close to Reykjavik International Airport:

  • Looking at how often flights stay on schedule, Reykjavik International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 76.1%.

About Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)

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

  • Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport is around 24 kilometres from central Budapest. It takes around 30 minutes or so to get to the city by car.

  • If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour.

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

  • R 996 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Reykjavik to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport. A return flight starts at R 2,034. These fares may change depending on demand and availability.

  • Lock in cheap flights from Reykjavik to BUD by booking one month ahead. Based on our research, that's the ideal time frame for bagging a bargain.

  • Schedule your trip for June. That's the best month for scoring cheap Reykjavik to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport tickets. If you're open to different travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.

  • There's no need to search every day to find out if prices have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as a better deal is available on plane tickets from Reykjavik to BUD.

  • Hunt down a great price on a flight from Reykjavik to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport with the help of the filters. Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best.'

The best time to fly from Reykjavik to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)

  • July is when most people book flights from Reykjavik to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD). Plan your visit to Budapest in April if you'd rather be there when it's quieter.

  • The warmest month in Budapest is August, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Lock in your Reykjavik to BUD plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.

  • Search for cheap tickets from Reykjavik to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -8ºC (18ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF).

More about Budapest

  • Once you've booked your flight from Reykjavik to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these options your base for exploring Budapest:

  • Every great holiday has to include a little sightseeing. River Danube, Fisherman's Bastion and Hungarian Parliament Building are must-do's during your Budapest adventure.

Explore more of Hungary

  • You've done Budapest, now it's time to explore more of Hungary. Travel about 177 kilometres east to Debrecen to check off its top sights. From Hortobagy National Park to Nagyerdei Park and Debreceni Zsinagóga, there's plenty to keep you busy.

  • Miskolc is another must-experience destination in Hungary and is around 137 kilometres north-east of Budapest. No trip is complete without seeing Miskolc-Tapolca cave bath, Bukk National Park and Diósgyőr: Történelmi Emlékhely.

Plan the rest of your trip from Reykjavik to Budapest

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