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$85+ Cheap flights from Helsinki (HEL) 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 9/21. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
HEL — BUD
Jul 18 — Jul 251
Sat 7/18
Sat 7/25
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Helsinki-Vantaa to Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl are usually found in January or November, booked 49 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Thursday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from Helsinki to Budapest

Cheapest flights from Helsinki to Budapest
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Helsinki to Budapest. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 18, 2026.

This airBaltic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. 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 airBaltic is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/305:30 am
HEL
-
BUD
1 stop3h 25m
airBaltic
Mon 8/33:00 pm
BUD
-
HEL
1 stop8h 40m
airBaltic
Deal found 6/14$184
This airBaltic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/17. 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 airBaltic is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/89:20 pm
HEL
-
BUD
1 stop11h 35m
airBaltic
Mon 8/103:00 pm
BUD
-
HEL
1 stop8h 40m
airBaltic
Deal found 6/17$185
This Finnair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. 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 Finnair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/810:00 am
HEL
-
BUD
Nonstop2h 20m
Finnair
Mon 8/106:25 pm
BUD
-
HEL
Nonstop2h 20m
Finnair
Deal found 6/14$190
This Finnair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. 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 Finnair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/810:00 am
HEL
-
BUD
Nonstop2h 20m
Finnair
Sun 8/912:05 pm
BUD
-
HEL
Nonstop2h 20m
Finnair
Deal found 6/16$191
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/15. 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 9/114:20 pm
HEL
-
BUD
Nonstop2h 20m
Finnair
Mon 9/146:25 pm
BUD
-
HEL
Nonstop2h 20m
Finnair
Deal found 6/15$192
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/248:25 pm
HEL
-
BUD
1 stop13h 10m
Ryanair
Wed 7/297:50 am
BUD
-
HEL
1 stop14h 35m
Ryanair
Deal found 6/16$193
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. 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.
Thu 8/275:30 am
HEL
-
BUD
1 stop3h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 8/278:10 pm
BUD
-
HEL
1 stop12h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/14$202
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. 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 7/2912:05 am
HEL
-
BUD
1 stop10h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 8/312:05 pm
BUD
-
HEL
Nonstop2h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/14$204
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. 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 7/248:25 pm
HEL
-
BUD
1 stop13h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 7/268:35 am
BUD
-
HEL
1 stop22h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/14$207
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/810:00 am
HEL
-
BUD
Nonstop2h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 8/98:05 pm
BUD
-
HEL
1 stop20h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/16$208

Find flight deals from Helsinki to Budapest

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Helsinki (HEL) 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 June 18, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$184
(airBaltic)

One-way from

$85
(Finnair)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$292

Good round-trip deal

$180 or less

Good one-way deal

$137 or less
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($24 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($4 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Helsinki 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 June 18, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Helsinki to Budapest that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

HelsinkiBudapest

HEL - BUD

HELBUD

Helsinki-Vantaa

Thu 7/30

5:30 am-7:55 am

1 stop3h 25m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Mon 8/3

3:00 pm-12:40 am

1 stop8h 40m

$184
Quickest round-trip

HelsinkiBudapest

HEL - BUD

HELBUD

Helsinki-Vantaa

Sat 8/8

10:00 am-11:20 am

Nonstop2h 20m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Mon 8/10

6:25 pm-9:45 pm

Nonstop2h 20m

$190

HelsinkiBudapest

HEL - BUD

HELBUD

Helsinki-Vantaa

Wed 9/2

4:20 pm-5:40 pm

Nonstop2h 20m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Sat 9/5

6:25 pm-9:45 pm

Nonstop2h 20m

$190

HelsinkiBudapest

HEL - BUD

HELBUD

Helsinki-Vantaa

Thu 7/30

4:20 pm-5:40 pm

Nonstop2h 20m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Mon 8/3

6:25 pm-9:45 pm

Nonstop2h 20m

$214

HelsinkiBudapest

HEL - BUD

HELBUD

Helsinki-Vantaa

Fri 9/11

10:00 am-11:20 am

Nonstop2h 20m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Fri 9/11

6:25 pm-9:45 pm

Nonstop2h 20m

$226

HelsinkiBudapest

HEL - BUD

HELBUD

Helsinki-Vantaa

Thu 7/30

4:20 pm-5:40 pm

Nonstop2h 20m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Thu 8/6

6:25 pm-9:45 pm

Nonstop2h 20m

$239

HelsinkiBudapest

HEL - BUD

HELBUD

Helsinki-Vantaa

Thu 8/6

4:20 pm-5:40 pm

Nonstop2h 20m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Sun 8/9

6:25 pm-9:45 pm

Nonstop2h 20m

$259

HelsinkiBudapest

HEL - BUD

HELBUD

Helsinki-Vantaa

Sat 8/1

10:00 am-11:20 am

Nonstop2h 20m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Sat 8/8

6:25 pm-9:45 pm

Nonstop2h 20m

$275

HelsinkiBudapest

HEL - BUD

HELBUD

Helsinki-Vantaa

Tue 6/30

7:40 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop4h 50m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Tue 7/7

6:00 am-12:05 pm

1 stop5h 05m

$279
Cheapest one-way
Quickest one-way

HelsinkiBudapest

HEL - BUD

HELBUD

Helsinki-Vantaa

Tue 9/22

4:20 pm-5:40 pm

Nonstop2h 20m

$85

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  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Helsinki-Budapest flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub 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 Helsinki-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 Helsinki to Budapest

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

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Helsinki to Budapest, you should look to book at least 48 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 Helsinki to Budapest?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Helsinki to Budapest (average of $220). Flying from Helsinki to Budapest in July is currently the most expensive (average of $299). 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 HEL to BUD?

Find hourly flight availability from Helsinki 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 June 18, 2026.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Helsinki to Budapest as you normally would.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Helsinki 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 June 18, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Helsinki to Budapest, such as Finnair. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,412 reviews

Entertainment

6.9

Food

6.7

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2026

HEL - VCE

Lost our luggage and took two days to get it back. Ruined the trip.
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,412 reviews
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,412 reviews

Entertainment

6.9

Food

6.7

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2026

HEL - VCE

Lost our luggage and took two days to get it back. Ruined the trip.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Helsinki 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 Helsinki to Budapest?

    If you wish to fly to Budapest from Helsinki, then you need to book flights from Helsinki-Vantaa to Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl. There are 3 flights from Helsinki-Vantaa (HEL) to Ferenc Liszt Intl (BUD) per day to choose from. Flights to Budapest from Helsinki-Vantaa are available from 1 airline, which means you should have some options if you want to compare airfare deals. 2h 20m is how long a nonstop flight from Helsinki to Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl typically takes.

  • How popular is this Helsinki to Budapest flight route?

    Within the past month, 1 users have taken a look at flights from Helsinki-Vantaa to Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl.

  • How long is the flight from Helsinki to Budapest?

    Departing from Helsinki to Budapest will take you 2h 20m. The distance between Helsinki and Budapest is about 918 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Helsinki to Budapest round-trip?

    According to our current data, Finnair ($122), offers the cheapest pricing from Helsinki to Budapest. Finnair is 53% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Helsinki to Budapest on time: Japan Airlines (74%), Finnair (74%), Jettime (74%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Helsinki to Budapest?

    The cheapest flight price from Helsinki to Budapest is $81. On average you can expect to pay $218. The most popular route, (Helsinki-Vantaa - Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl), can usually be booked for $256.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Helsinki 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 Helsinki to Budapest?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Helsinki to Budapest (average of $220). Flying from Helsinki to Budapest in July is currently the most expensive (average of $299). 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 airline flying from Helsinki to Budapest

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FinnairCheapest$122Average$232FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%

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