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Flight deals from Salzburg to Budapest

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Salzburg to Budapest? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Budapest.R 2,096 per passenger.Departing Tue, 21 Oct.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Salzburg on Tue, 21 Oct, arriving in Budapest.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,096, select.
Budapest.R 2,152 per passenger.Departing Mon, 22 Sep.One-way flight with Eurowings.Outbound indirect flight with Eurowings, departs from Salzburg on Mon, 22 Sep, arriving in Budapest.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,152, select.
Budapest.R 2,229 per passenger.Departing Fri, 1 Aug.One-way flight with Eurowings.Outbound indirect flight with Eurowings, departs from Salzburg on Fri, 1 Aug, arriving in Budapest.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,229, select.
Budapest.R 2,656 per passenger.Departing Fri, 4 Jul.One-way flight with Eurowings.Outbound indirect flight with Eurowings, departs from Salzburg on Fri, 4 Jul, arriving in Budapest.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,656, select.
Budapest.R 2,914 per passenger.Departing Mon, 30 Jun.One-way flight with Eurowings.Outbound indirect flight with Eurowings, departs from Salzburg on Mon, 30 Jun, arriving in Budapest.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,914, select.
Budapest.R 3,173 per passenger.Departing Mon, 23 Feb.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Salzburg on Mon, 23 Feb, arriving in Budapest.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,173, select.
Budapest.R 3,690 per passenger.Departing Tue, 23 Dec.One-way flight with Lufthansa.Outbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Salzburg on Tue, 23 Dec, arriving in Budapest.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,690, select.
Budapest.R 3,743 per passenger.Departing Wed, 28 Jan.One-way flight with Lufthansa.Outbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Salzburg on Wed, 28 Jan, arriving in Budapest.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,743, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Salzburg to Budapest

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Salzburg to Budapest flights are currently cheapest in October.
Jun
from R 2,914
Jul
from R 2,656
Aug
from R 2,229
Sep
from R 2,152
Oct
from R 2,096
Nov
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Dec
from R 3,690
Jan
from R 3,743
Feb
from R 3,173
Mar
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Apr
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May
from R 4,508

Salzburg to Budapest: Alternative routes

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Salzburg to Budapest: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 2,096
Cheapest month to flyOctober

Finding cheap flights from Salzburg to Budapest: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Salzburg to Budapest is R 4,233. 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.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Salzburg to Budapest. But we found flights with one or more stops from R 4,233.
As of June 2025, there are no flights flying from Salzburg to Budapest.
The cheapest month to fly from Salzburg to Budapest is usually June 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Salzburg Airport to Budapest Airport on Thursday, 12 February 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Salzburg Airport and Budapest Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
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, Lufthansa offers the cheapest flight tickets to Budapest.

Travelling from W. A. Mozart Salzburg Airport (SZG) to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD): what you need to know

  • Budapest's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Salzburg.

  • Give yourself enough time to catch your SZG to BUD flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Travelling during a peak time such as March? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer lines at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.

How to find the cheapest flights from W. A. Mozart Salzburg Airport (SZG) to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)

  • At the moment, R 2,096 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way W. A. Mozart Salzburg Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 4,233. Remember that fares can change due to availability when booking.

  • Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from SZG to BUD if you book early. Airlines often have some great early bird deals.

  • Finding cheap flights from W. A. Mozart Salzburg Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest fares across the month and score a great deal.

  • Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from SZG to BUD by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when fares go down.

  • Select 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 W. A. Mozart Salzburg Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport.

Handy information about W. A. Mozart Salzburg Airport (SZG)

  • 65.75% of flights departing from W. A. Mozart Salzburg Airport touch down at their destination on time.

  • To get to W. A. Mozart Salzburg Airport from central Salzburg, it'll take about 15 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 5 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • Taking public transport? Expect a journey time of around 20 minutes.

  • Taking an early flight from W. A. Mozart Salzburg Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels close to SZG:

Arriving at Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)

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

  • Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to central Budapest has a drive time of around 30 minutes. It's approximately 24 kilometres away.

  • It takes around 1 hour to get there using public transport.

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

  • It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from W. A. Mozart Salzburg Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Budapest. If you're after a more laid-back vibe, go in April.

  • The warmest month in Budapest is August, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Book your flights from W. A. Mozart Salzburg Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.

  • If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SZG to BUD in January. Temperatures average between -8ºC (18ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF) then.

Explore more of Hungary

  • You've seen Budapest, now it's time to discover more of Hungary. Travel around 193 kilometres east to Debrecen to check off its top attractions. From Deri Museum to Hortobagy National Park and Debrecen Zoo and Amusement Park, there's plenty to keep you busy.

  • Around 145 kilometres north-east of Budapest, Miskolc is another essential stop in Hungary. Start your sightseeing at Galya-tető (Miskolc), DVTK Szabadidő Park and Munkástrón.

Plan the rest of your trip from Salzburg to Budapest

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