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$31+ 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 1/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ATH — BUD
Jan 3 — Jan 101
Sat 1/3
Sat 1/10
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 February or January, booked 88 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Friday and return on a Wednesday

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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 December 4, 2025.

This Wizz Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/3. 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.
Sun 12/79:35 amATH - BUD
Nonstop2h 10mWizz Air
Wed 12/105:50 amBUD - ATH
Nonstop2h 05mWizz Air
Deal found 12/3$114
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/3. 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.
Mon 12/89:30 amATH - BUD
1 stop5h 45mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/117:55 amBUD - ATH
Nonstop2h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/3$118
This Wizz Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/3. 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 12/59:35 amATH - BUD
Nonstop2h 10mWizz Air
Sun 12/75:50 amBUD - ATH
Nonstop2h 05mWizz Air
Deal found 12/3$124
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/4. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/277:20 pmATH - BUD
Nonstop2h 05mMultiple Airlines
Thu 1/15:50 amBUD - ATH
Nonstop2h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/4$156
This Wizz Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/4. 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.
Sun 12/79:35 amATH - BUD
Nonstop2h 10mWizz Air
Mon 12/85:50 amBUD - ATH
Nonstop2h 05mWizz Air
Deal found 12/4$164
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/3. 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.
Fri 12/59:35 amATH - BUD
Nonstop2h 10mWizz Air
Mon 12/85:50 amBUD - ATH
Nonstop2h 05mWizz Air
Deal found 12/3$167
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/3. 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.
Tue 12/305:10 pmATH - BUD
Nonstop2h 10mWizz Air
Fri 1/25:50 amBUD - ATH
Nonstop2h 05mWizz Air
Deal found 12/3$168
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/3. 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.
Wed 12/319:35 amATH - BUD
Nonstop2h 10mWizz Air
Wed 1/76:20 amBUD - ATH
1 stop15h 45mWizz Air
Deal found 12/3$169
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/3. 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.
Thu 12/119:35 amATH - BUD
Nonstop2h 10mWizz Air
Mon 12/155:50 amBUD - ATH
Nonstop2h 05mWizz Air
Deal found 12/3$179
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/3. 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.
Wed 12/315:30 pmATH - BUD
1 stop6h 00mMultiple Airlines
Wed 1/76:20 amBUD - ATH
1 stop15h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/3$191

Find 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 December 4, 2025.

Most accurate provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Round-trip from

$81
(Wizz Air)

One-way from

$30
(Ryanair)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$151

Good round-trip deal

$76 or less

Good one-way deal

$87 or less
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price ($4 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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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 December 4, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Athens to Budapest that are best for you.

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AthensBudapest

ATH - BUD

ATHBUD

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 5/11

5:00 pm-6:00 pm

Nonstop2h 00m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Thu 5/14

6:50 pm-9:45 pm

Nonstop1h 55m

$131

AthensBudapest

ATH - BUD

ATHBUD

Athens Eleftherios V.

Tue 5/5

5:00 pm-6:00 pm

Nonstop2h 00m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Sat 5/9

6:50 pm-9:45 pm

Nonstop1h 55m

$131

AthensBudapest

ATH - BUD

ATHBUD

Athens Eleftherios V.

Fri 4/10

9:35 am-10:45 am

Nonstop2h 10m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Sun 4/12

6:00 pm-9:05 pm

Nonstop2h 05m

$153

AthensBudapest

ATH - BUD

ATHBUD

Athens Eleftherios V.

Fri 4/10

3:40 pm-9:40 pm

1 stop7h 00m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Sun 4/12

6:00 pm-9:05 pm

Nonstop2h 05m

$156

AthensBudapest

ATH - BUD

ATHBUD

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sun 3/8

3:20 pm-8:10 pm

1 stop5h 50m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Fri 3/13

7:45 pm-10:00 am

1 stop13h 15m

$168

AthensBudapest

ATH - BUD

ATHBUD

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sun 1/18

3:50 pm-10:55 am

1 stop20h 05m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Thu 1/22

3:15 pm-3:15 am

1 stop11h 00m

$180

AthensBudapest

ATH - BUD

ATHBUD

Athens Eleftherios V.

Thu 4/9

4:20 am-7:25 am

1 stop4h 05m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Mon 4/13

3:15 pm-3:45 pm

1 stop23h 30m

$180

AthensBudapest

ATH - BUD

ATHBUD

Athens Eleftherios V.

Wed 3/4

4:20 am-2:45 pm

1 stop11h 25m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Sun 3/8

9:55 pm-3:05 pm

1 stop16h 10m

$180

AthensBudapest

ATH - BUD

ATHBUD

Athens Eleftherios V.

Fri 3/13

4:30 am-9:25 pm

1 stop17h 55m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Thu 3/19

3:15 pm-3:05 pm

1 stop22h 50m

$180

AthensBudapest

ATH - BUD

ATHBUD

Athens Eleftherios V.

Thu 1/8

4:30 am-9:25 pm

1 stop17h 55m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Tue 1/13

3:15 pm-3:05 pm

1 stop22h 50m

$180

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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Athens to Budapest in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
OneTravelPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
GotogatePrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapOairPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Athens-Budapest flights, users find the pricing of Mytrip to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. Mytrip Users can find the same prices on Athens-Budapest flight deals on Cheapflights vs. Mytrip >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Athens-Budapest flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Athens-Budapest flights, Cheapflights users trust Mytrip the most. Mytrip has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Athens-Budapest flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Athens to Budapest

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Budapest from Athens with our price prediction graph.
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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 November 28, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Athens to Budapest, you should look to book at least 88 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Athens to Budapest (average of $35). Flying from Athens to Budapest in August is currently the most expensive (average of $74). 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 December 4, 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 afternoon, which can drop the price by up to 26% versus a flight at noon.

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 November 29, 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. Sunday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

The best insider tips for Athens to Budapest flights

AI-powered summary based on content written by travel experts. AI can make mistakes.
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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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 December 4, 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
829 reviews

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

6.9

Food

7.4

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

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
829 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very good
829 reviews

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

6.9

Food

7.4

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

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
6.8
Okay
5,212 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very good
829 reviews

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

6.9

Food

7.4

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

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
1,067 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very good
829 reviews

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

6.9

Food

7.4

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

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 103 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • How long is the flight from Athens to Budapest?

    For as low as $81, Wizz Air can have you in Budapest from Athens in 2h 10m. Athens and Budapest are separated by a distance of 697 mi. All flights are typically nonstop.

  • 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 $16. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Wizz Air and Aegean Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $32 and $76, respectively. Ryanair is priced at 86% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Athens to Budapest one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $32 on Ryanair. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Wizz Air from $32 and Aegean Airlines from $56 one-way.

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

    Consider Smartwings Hungary (100%), Aegean Airlines (79%) or Wizz Air (73%) 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 $29. While the most popular route (Athens Eleftherios V. - Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl) can be booked for $121 on average, our data indicates $126 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Athens to Budapest (average of $35). Flying from Athens to Budapest in August is currently the most expensive (average of $74). 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 December 4, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
RyanairCheapest$30Average$105FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Wizz AirCheapest$46Average$110FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
Aegean AirlinesCheapest$105Average$234FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time87%

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