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Flight deals from Warsaw Chopin to Budapest

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Warsaw Chopin Airport to Budapest Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 790. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Warsaw Chopin to Budapest

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

Direct flights from Warsaw Chopin to Budapest

Warsaw Chopin to Budapest: Alternative routes

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

Warsaw to Budapest: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 344
Cheapest month to flyJuly
Average flight time1 hr, 18 mins
Most popular airlineLOT
Average flights per week93

Finding cheap flights from Warsaw Chopin to Budapest: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Warsaw Chopin to Budapest is R 782. 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.
1 hour and 18 minutes is the average flight time from Warsaw Chopin to Budapest.
LOT, Scandinavian Airlines and Wizz Air fly direct from Warsaw Chopin to Budapest.
As of June 2026, there are 93 flights per week flying from Warsaw Chopin to Budapest.
The cheapest month to fly from Warsaw Chopin to Budapest is usually September.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Warsaw Chopin Airport to Budapest Airport on Wednesday, 2 September 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 18 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, Wizz Air offers the cheapest flight tickets to Budapest.

Flying from Warsaw Chopin Airport (WAW) to Budapest Airport (BUD): what you need to know

  • Around 1 hour 20 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Warsaw Chopin Airport to Budapest Airport.

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

  • Every week, there are 40 Warsaw Chopin Airport to Budapest Airport flights. If you prefer to jet off as soon as possible, take the 07:45 LOT - Polish Airlines flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before you fly, the last flight is at 20:10 with LOT - Polish Airlines.

  • Your WAW to BUD flight won't wait if you're late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.

  • Travelling during a peak month such as September? Public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

  • LOT has direct flights from Warsaw Chopin Airport to Budapest Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to tick off the sights in Budapest — and maybe even more of Hungary if your schedule allows.

  • The airline most travellers fly with on this route is LOT.

  • Wizz Air leads the way as the most punctual carrier for WAW to BUD flights, with 87.38% of services reaching their destination on schedule.

How to find the cheapest flights from Warsaw Chopin Airport (WAW) to Budapest Airport (BUD)

  • Right now, R 344 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Warsaw Chopin Airport to Budapest Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 782. Remember that fares may change due to availability when booking.

  • To get your hands on cheap tickets from WAW to BUD, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first made available.

  • The cheapest month for flights from Warsaw Chopin Airport to Budapest Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have a flexible travel schedule.

  • Landing cheap flights from WAW to BUD is a breeze with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when fares go down.

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

Handy information about Warsaw Chopin Airport (WAW)

  • Warsaw Chopin Airport earns top marks for its on-time performance. 80% of flights that take off from WAW reach their destination on time.

  • Warsaw Chopin Airport is around 10 kilometres from central Warsaw. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.

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

  • Taking an early flight from Warsaw Chopin Airport to Budapest Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these hotels near WAW:

Arriving at Budapest Airport (BUD)

Getting from Budapest Airport (BUD) to central Budapest

  • From Budapest Airport, Budapest is approximately 16 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to reach the centre by car.

  • Travelling to the centre on public transport typically takes 40 minutes.

When to fly to Budapest Airport (BUD)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Warsaw Chopin Airport to Budapest Airport is March, while June is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Budapest based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.

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

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

Explore more of Hungary

  • You've done Budapest, now it's time to explore more of Hungary. Travel about 193 kilometres east to Debrecen to check off its top sights. From Hortobágy National Park to Nagyerdei Park and Debreceni Zsinagóga, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.

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

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