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Flight deals from Salzburg to Budapest

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Salzburg Airport to Budapest Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 4,605. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Budapest.R 1,327 per passenger.Departing Tue, 7 Jul.One-way flight with Eurowings.Outbound indirect flight with Eurowings, departs from Salzburg on Tue, 7 Jul, arriving in Budapest.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,327, select.
Budapest.R 1,385 per passenger.Departing Sun, 18 Oct.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Salzburg on Sun, 18 Oct, arriving in Budapest.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,385, select.
Budapest.R 1,830 per passenger.Departing Tue, 29 Sep.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Salzburg on Tue, 29 Sep, arriving in Budapest.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,830, select.
Budapest.R 2,026 per passenger.Departing Mon, 8 Feb.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Salzburg on Mon, 8 Feb, arriving in Budapest.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,026, select.
Budapest.R 2,045 per passenger.Departing Sun, 28 Jun.One-way flight with Eurowings.Outbound indirect flight with Eurowings, departs from Salzburg on Sun, 28 Jun, arriving in Budapest.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,045, select.
Budapest.R 2,174 per passenger.Departing Sun, 16 Aug.One-way flight with Eurowings.Outbound indirect flight with Eurowings, departs from Salzburg on Sun, 16 Aug, arriving in Budapest.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,174, select.
Budapest.R 2,348 per passenger.Departing Fri, 27 Nov.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Salzburg on Fri, 27 Nov, arriving in Budapest.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,348, select.
Budapest.R 2,574 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Mar.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Salzburg on Mon, 1 Mar, arriving in Budapest.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,574, select.
Budapest.R 2,695 per passenger.Departing Fri, 4 Dec.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Salzburg on Fri, 4 Dec, arriving in Budapest.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,695, select.
Budapest.R 3,336 per passenger.Departing Sat, 2 Jan.One-way flight with Norwegian Air Sweden.Outbound indirect flight with Norwegian Air Sweden, departs from Salzburg on Sat, 2 Jan, arriving in Budapest.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,336, select.
Budapest.R 4,039 per passenger.Departing Mon, 24 May.One-way flight with Lufthansa.Outbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Salzburg on Mon, 24 May, arriving in Budapest.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,039, select.
Budapest.R 4,433 per passenger.Departing Thu, 22 Apr.One-way flight with Lufthansa.Outbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Salzburg on Thu, 22 Apr, arriving in Budapest.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,433, 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 July.
Jun
from R 2,045
Jul
from R 1,327
Aug
from R 2,174
Sep
from R 1,830
Oct
from R 1,385
Nov
from R 2,348
Dec
from R 2,695
Jan
from R 3,336
Feb
from R 2,026
Mar
from R 2,574
Apr
from R 4,433
May
from R 4,039

Salzburg to Budapest: Alternative routes

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

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Salzburg to Budapest: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 1,327
Cheapest month to flyJuly

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 3,695. 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 3,695.
As of June 2026, there are no flights flying from Salzburg to Budapest.
The cheapest month to fly from Salzburg to Budapest is usually October.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Salzburg Airport to Budapest Airport on Saturday, 10 October 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, Ryanair offers the cheapest flight tickets to Budapest.

Travelling from Salzburg Airport (SZG) to Budapest Airport (BUD): what you need to know

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

  • Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your SZG to BUD flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.

  • During popular months such as January, it's best to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.

How to find the cheapest flights from Salzburg Airport (SZG) to Budapest Airport (BUD)

  • The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Salzburg Airport to Budapest Airport flight is R 1,327. A return fare is currently R 3,695. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.

  • To pick up cheap tickets from SZG to BUD, book in advance. Airlines generally offer lower prices when flights are first released.

  • The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Salzburg Airport to Budapest Airport throughout the entire month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.

  • Spend less time searching for cheap flights from SZG to BUD by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.

  • Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Salzburg Airport to Budapest Airport.

Handy information about Salzburg Airport (SZG)

  • Salzburg Airport gets top marks for on-time performance. 80% of flights that take off from SZG arrive at their destination as scheduled.

  • Salzburg Airport is around 5 kilometres from central Salzburg. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.

  • You can expect a trip time of about 25 minutes on public transport.

  • Get your holiday off to a hassle-free start by staying near SZG. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Salzburg Airport to Budapest Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:

Arriving at Budapest Airport (BUD)

Getting from Budapest Airport (BUD) to central Budapest

  • Budapest Airport to the centre of Budapest has a drive time of about 25 minutes. It's approximately 16 kilometres away.

  • It takes around 40 minutes to get there using public transport.

When to fly to Budapest Airport (BUD)

  • It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Salzburg Airport to Budapest Airport. June is the busiest month to head to Budapest. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in March.

  • The warmest month in Budapest is August, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Lock in your flights from Salzburg Airport to Budapest Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.

  • January has average temperatures of between -8ºC (18ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF). Look for cheap tickets from SZG to BUD sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.

Explore more of Hungary

  • Budapest is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Hungary you'll want to see. Around 193 kilometres east of Budapest, a visit to Debrecen will keep you on the go. Start with popular sights like Hortobágy National Park, Nagyerdei Park and Debreceni Zsinagóga.

  • Miskolc is another favourite destination in Hungary and is around 145 kilometres north-east of Budapest. No journey is complete without dropping by Miskolctapolca Cave Bath, Bukk National Park and Diósgyőr: Történelmi Emlékhely.

Plan the rest of your trip from Salzburg to Budapest

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