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$41+ Cheap flights from Athens (ATH) to Budapest (BUD)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 11/14. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ATH — BUD
Aug 21 — Aug 281
Thu 8/21
Thu 8/28
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Athens Eleftherios V. to Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl are usually found in January or February, booked 84 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Athens to Budapest

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Athens (ATH) to Budapest (BUD). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated August 16, 2025.

Round-trip from

$73
(Wizz Air)

One-way from

$41
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$134

Good round-trip deal

$144 or less

Good one-way deal

$76 or less
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Cheapest flights from Athens to Budapest
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Athens to Budapest. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 16, 2025.

This Wizz Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Wizz Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/149:55 amATH - BUD
Nonstop2h 10mWizz Air
Mon 11/176:10 amBUD - ATH
Nonstop2h 05mWizz Air
Deal found 8/16$73
This Wizz Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Wizz Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/1010:30 amATH - BUD
Nonstop2h 10mWizz Air
Tue 10/146:15 amBUD - ATH
Nonstop2h 05mWizz Air
Deal found 8/16$78
This Wizz Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Wizz Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/1710:30 amATH - BUD
Nonstop2h 10mWizz Air
Sun 10/195:35 amBUD - ATH
Nonstop2h 05mWizz Air
Deal found 8/15$82
This Wizz Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Wizz Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/1710:30 amATH - BUD
Nonstop2h 10mWizz Air
Mon 10/206:45 amBUD - ATH
Nonstop2h 05mWizz Air
Deal found 8/16$85
This Ryanair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Ryanair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/175:50 amATH - BUD
Nonstop2h 05mRyanair
Fri 11/215:20 pmBUD - ATH
Nonstop2h 05mRyanair
Deal found 8/15$86
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/2210:05 amATH - BUD
Nonstop2h 10mWizz Air
Sat 10/256:15 amBUD - ATH
Nonstop2h 05mWizz Air
Deal found 8/15$87
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/109:55 pmATH - BUD
1 stop10h 10mMultiple Airlines
Mon 10/136:45 amBUD - ATH
Nonstop2h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/15$98
This Ryanair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Ryanair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/299:25 amATH - BUD
Nonstop2h 05mRyanair
Mon 10/65:45 amBUD - ATH
Nonstop2h 00mRyanair
Deal found 8/15$101
This Wizz Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Wizz Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/1910:30 amATH - BUD
Nonstop2h 10mWizz Air
Sun 9/215:35 amBUD - ATH
Nonstop2h 05mWizz Air
Deal found 8/16$113
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/1210:30 amATH - BUD
Nonstop2h 10mMultiple Airlines
Fri 9/196:10 amBUD - ATH
Nonstop2h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/15$117
This Ryanair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Ryanair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/129:35 amATH - BUD
Nonstop2h 05mRyanair
Fri 9/196:10 amBUD - ATH
Nonstop2h 00mRyanair
Deal found 8/16$119
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/94:20 amATH - BUD
1 stop5h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sun 10/125:35 amBUD - ATH
Nonstop2h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/15$122

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Athens to Budapest that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated August 16, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Athens to Budapest that are best for you.

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ATH - BUD

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Athens Eleftherios V.

Fri 11/14

9:55 am-11:05 am

Nonstop2h 10m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Mon 11/17

6:10 am-9:15 am

Nonstop2h 05m

$73

AthensBudapest

ATH - BUD

ATHBUD

Athens Eleftherios V.

Wed 1/21

9:55 am-11:05 am

Nonstop2h 10m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Fri 1/23

6:10 am-9:15 am

Nonstop2h 05m

$75

AthensBudapest

ATH - BUD

ATHBUD

Athens Eleftherios V.

Thu 10/16

9:55 am-11:05 am

Nonstop2h 10m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Sat 10/25

6:15 am-9:20 am

Nonstop2h 05m

$78

AthensBudapest

ATH - BUD

ATHBUD

Athens Eleftherios V.

Fri 10/10

10:30 am-11:40 am

Nonstop2h 10m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Tue 10/14

6:15 am-9:20 am

Nonstop2h 05m

$78

AthensBudapest

ATH - BUD

ATHBUD

Athens Eleftherios V.

Thu 11/27

9:55 am-11:05 am

Nonstop2h 10m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Mon 12/1

6:10 am-9:15 am

Nonstop2h 05m

$78

AthensBudapest

ATH - BUD

ATHBUD

Athens Eleftherios V.

Tue 10/21

10:00 am-11:10 am

Nonstop2h 10m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Wed 1/21

6:10 am-9:15 am

Nonstop2h 05m

$82

AthensBudapest

ATH - BUD

ATHBUD

Athens Eleftherios V.

Wed 10/22

10:05 am-11:15 am

Nonstop2h 10m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Sat 10/25

6:15 am-9:20 am

Nonstop2h 05m

$82

AthensBudapest

ATH - BUD

ATHBUD

Athens Eleftherios V.

Fri 10/17

10:30 am-11:40 am

Nonstop2h 10m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Tue 10/21

6:15 am-9:20 am

Nonstop2h 05m

$82

AthensBudapest

ATH - BUD

ATHBUD

Athens Eleftherios V.

Fri 10/17

10:30 am-11:40 am

Nonstop2h 10m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Sun 10/19

5:35 am-8:40 am

Nonstop2h 05m

$82

AthensBudapest

ATH - BUD

ATHBUD

Athens Eleftherios V.

Fri 12/5

9:55 am-11:05 am

Nonstop2h 10m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Mon 12/8

6:10 am-9:15 am

Nonstop2h 05m

$82

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The best insider tips for Athens to Budapest flights

Snippets provided in this section are AI-generated based on a summarization of Cheapflights-commissioned articles. The articles are presented as-is, for general informational purposes only, and may not be up-to-date. The opinions contained in the articles are original to the author and reflect their authentic experience, which may vary significantly from the experience of others.
Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Athens to Budapest trip
Airlines
Ryanair

Ryanair's priority boarding includes a carry-on and seat selection, ideal for quick boarding.


Ryanair's online check-in is free and closes 2 hours before departure, avoid airport fees.

Read more about Ryanairby Yulia Denisyuk
Aegean Airlines

Aegean offers free Wi-Fi for Miles+Bonus members, even at the base Blue tier.


Aegean's Flex fare includes checked luggage and refundable options, enhancing travel flexibility.

Read more about Aegean Airlinesby Kaitlyn McInnis
Airports
ATH

Expect short security lines at ATH, typically 10-20 minutes, but plan for longer waits during peak times.

Read more about ATHby Brandon Schultz
BUD

For a quick arrival, use the 100E Airport Express bus to reach central Budapest in 30-40 minutes.

Read more about BUDby John Walton
Our travel experts
Yulia Denisyuk

Yulia Denisyuk

Expert on Ryanair

Yulia Denisyuk

Yulia Denisyuk

Yulia is a freelance journalist who’s dispatched from 90+ countries. Her work focuses on cultures, adventure trips and air travel, appearing in NatGeo, NYT, CNTraveler, and more. For past assignments, she’s stayed with nomads in Mongolia and learned the art of Imigongo in Rwanda. She’s based in Chicago; in winter she often questions that decision.

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Kaitlyn McInnis

Kaitlyn McInnis

Expert on Aegean Airlines

Kaitlyn McInnis

Kaitlyn McInnis

Kaitlyn is a guidebook author and travel writer splitting her time between Atlantic Canada and Istanbul, Türkiye. She has visited over fifty countries and all seven continents, so she is very familiar with many hotels, airports and airlines around the globe. But her favorite type of vacation is sunbathing by the sea with a good book in hand.

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John Walton

John Walton

Expert on BUD

John Walton

John Walton

Independent aviation journalist John Walton took his first flight at eight weeks old and hasn’t stopped travelling since. A world-renowned expert in airlines and the passenger experience, he writes in depth on aviation, is a resident expert on travel in Japan and France, and offers a uniquely queer perspective on travelling the world.

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Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz

Expert on ATH

Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz is an award-winning food and travel writer based in New York City. His work has appeared in Forbes, AAA, Thrillist, Travel + Leisure, and The Daily Meal, among many others, and he is the author of 6 books, including 3 cookbooks.

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Best time to book a flight from Athens to Budapest

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Athens to Budapest

How far ahead should I book a flight from Athens to Budapest?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Athens to Budapest. Price data was last updated on August 8, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Athens to Budapest, you should look to book at least 84 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Athens to Budapest?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Athens to Budapest (average of $656). Flying from Athens to Budapest in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,105). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from ATH to BUD?

Find hourly flight availability from Athens to Budapest. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated August 16, 2025.

When flying from Athens to Budapest, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 30% versus a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Athens to Budapest?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Athens to Budapest. Price data was last updated on August 10, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Athens to Budapest flight should consider departing on Tuesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Athens to Budapest?

Reviews of airlines servicing Budapest

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Budapest. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Budapest. Reviews last updated August 16, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Aegean Airlines, Ryanair, and Wizz Air from Athens to Budapest by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very good
782 reviews

Food

7.4

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SKG - FRA

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very good
782 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very good
782 reviews

Food

7.4

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SKG - FRA

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you
Ryanair
6.9
Okay
5,152 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very good
782 reviews

Food

7.4

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SKG - FRA

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you
Wizz Air
6.8
Okay
1,058 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very good
782 reviews

Food

7.4

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SKG - FRA

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Athens to Budapest. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airports do I use to fly from Athens to Budapest?

    If you wish to fly to Budapest from Athens, then you need to book flights from Athens Eleftherios V. to Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl. There is 1 flight from Eleftherios V. (ATH) to Ferenc Liszt Intl (BUD) per day to choose from. Flights to Budapest from Eleftherios V. are available from 3 different airlines, which means you should have some options if you want to compare airfare deals. 2h 10m is how long a nonstop flight from Athens to Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl typically takes.

  • How popular is this Athens to Budapest flight route?

    The Athens Eleftherios V. to Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl flight path was viewed by 94 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Athens to Budapest round-trip?

    Flying on Ryanair is currently your cheapest option to Budapest, with prices starting at $29. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Wizz Air and Aegean Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $53 and $79, respectively. Ryanair is priced at 74% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Athens to Budapest?

    Consider Wizz Air (100%), Ryanair (82%) or Buzz (74%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Athens to Budapest.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Athens to Budapest?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $42. While the most popular route (Athens Eleftherios V. - Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl) can be booked for $62 on average our data indicates $127 when flying from Athens to Budapest.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Athens to Budapest that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Athens to Budapest flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Athens to Budapest?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Athens to Budapest.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Athens to Budapest?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Athens to Budapest by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Athens to Budapest?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Athens to Budapest (average of $656). Flying from Athens to Budapest in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,105). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 3 airlines flying from Athens to Budapest

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Athens to Budapest. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated August 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
RyanairCheapest$29Average$116FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Wizz AirCheapest$53Average$109FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
Aegean AirlinesCheapest$79Average$234FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time87%

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