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$85+ Cheap flights from Budapest (BUD) to Frankfurt (FRA)

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BUD — FRA
Aug 3 — Aug 101
Sun 8/3
Sun 8/10
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl to Frankfurt am Main are usually found in January or February, booked 83 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Saturday

Cheap flight deals from Budapest to Frankfurt

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Budapest (BUD) to Frankfurt (FRA). 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 July 29, 2025.

Round-trip from

$193
(Lufthansa)

One-way from

$85
(Mytrip)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$230

Good round-trip deal

$642 or less

Good one-way deal

$540 or less
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Budapest to Frankfurt. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 29, 2025.

This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/1611:35 amBUD - FRA
Nonstop1h 45mLufthansa
Sat 10/184:50 pmFRA - BUD
Nonstop1h 35mLufthansa
Deal found 7/29$193
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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.
Sat 9/208:10 amBUD - FRA
1 stop7h 40mMultiple Airlines
Mon 9/229:50 pmFRA - BUD
1 stop9h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/28$221
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/2110:10 pmBUD - FRA
1 stop10h 50mAir Serbia
Mon 9/228:20 pmFRA - BUD
1 stop18h 20mAir Serbia
Deal found 7/28$235
This Brussels Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 Brussels Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/166:35 amBUD - FRA
1 stop9h 00mBrussels Airlines
Sun 10/194:25 pmFRA - BUD
1 stop6h 35mBrussels Airlines
Deal found 7/29$269
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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.
Thu 8/215:35 pmBUD - FRA
1 stop5h 05mLOT
Sun 8/247:20 amFRA - BUD
1 stop4h 50mLOT
Deal found 7/27$274
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Thu 8/218:00 pmBUD - FRA
1 stop13h 20mSWISS
Sun 8/248:45 pmFRA - BUD
1 stop12h 00mSWISS
Deal found 7/29$275

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Budapest to Frankfurt am Main Airport that are best for you.

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BUD - FRA

BUDFRA

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Thu 10/16

11:35 am-1:20 pm

Nonstop1h 45m

Frankfurt am Main

Sat 10/18

4:50 pm-6:25 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

$193

BudapestFrankfurt am Main

BUD - FRA

BUDFRA

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Wed 8/27

6:30 am-7:20 pm

1 stop12h 50m

Frankfurt am Main

Sat 8/30

5:05 pm-7:05 am

1 stop14h 00m

$209

BudapestFrankfurt am Main

BUD - FRA

BUDFRA

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Sun 9/21

10:10 pm-9:00 am

1 stop10h 50m

Frankfurt am Main

Mon 9/22

8:20 pm-2:40 pm

1 stop18h 20m

$235

BudapestFrankfurt am Main

BUD - FRA

BUDFRA

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Thu 10/16

6:35 am-3:35 pm

1 stop9h 00m

Frankfurt am Main

Sun 10/19

4:25 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop6h 35m

$269

BudapestFrankfurt am Main

BUD - FRA

BUDFRA

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Thu 8/21

5:35 pm-10:40 pm

1 stop5h 05m

Frankfurt am Main

Sun 8/24

7:20 am-12:10 pm

1 stop4h 50m

$274

BudapestFrankfurt am Main

BUD - FRA

BUDFRA

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Thu 8/21

8:00 pm-9:20 am

1 stop13h 20m

Frankfurt am Main

Sun 8/24

8:45 pm-8:45 am

1 stop12h 00m

$275

BudapestFrankfurt am Main

BUD - FRA

BUDFRA

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Mon 9/15

8:10 am-6:45 pm

1 stop10h 35m

$85

BudapestFrankfurt am Main

BUD - FRA

BUDFRA

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Sun 8/3

10:10 pm-9:00 am

1 stop10h 50m

$127

BudapestFrankfurt am Main

BUD - FRA

BUDFRA

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Thu 10/16

11:35 am-1:20 pm

Nonstop1h 45m

$140

BudapestFrankfurt am Main

BUD - FRA

BUDFRA

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Thu 10/16

8:00 pm-4:50 pm

2 stops20h 50m

$281

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The best insider tips for Budapest to Frankfurt am Main Airport flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Budapest to Frankfurt am Main Airport trip
Airports
BUD

For a smooth check-in, verify your airline's designated area in Terminal 2A or 2B to avoid unnecessary walking.

Read more about BUDby John Walton
FRA

For a quick city transfer, take the S8 or S9 trains from Terminal 1 to Frankfurt Hauptbahnhof, running every 15 minutes.

Read more about FRAby Blane Bachelor
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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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Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor

Expert on FRA

Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor is a journalist and editor specializing in travel and aviation who writes regularly for top global outlets. Born and raised in Florida, Blane has worked and lived in four countries, including the Netherlands, where she’s currently based with her family. Her favorite way to get to know a new destination is by running or riding a bike around town – or hearing a spooky ghost story about local history. She will always choose the window seat.

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Best time to book a flight from Budapest to Frankfurt

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Budapest to Frankfurt am Main Airport

How far ahead should I book a flight from Budapest to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Budapest to Frankfurt. Price data was last updated on July 25, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Budapest to Frankfurt am Main Airport is 83 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Budapest to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Budapest to Frankfurt am Main Airport (average of $729). Flying from Budapest to Frankfurt am Main Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,088). 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 BUD to FRA?

Find hourly flight availability from Budapest to Frankfurt. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated July 29, 2025.

When flying from Budapest to Frankfurt am Main Airport, 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 21% versus a flight in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Budapest to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Budapest to Frankfurt. Price data was last updated on July 27, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Budapest to Frankfurt am Main Airport flight should consider departing on Wednesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Budapest to Frankfurt am Main Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from Budapest to Frankfurt. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated July 29, 2025.

The most flights from BUD to FRA are scheduled on a Tuesday (27 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (6 on average).

Reviews of airlines servicing Frankfurt

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Frankfurt. 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 Frankfurt. Reviews last updated July 29, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Budapest to Frankfurt am Main Airport, such as LOT, Austrian Airlines, and SWISS. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
LOT
7.6
Good
1,105 reviews

Comfort

7.5

Boarding

7.6

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.2

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Hinesh,May 2025

LHR - WAW

Would not recommend this airline flight was delayed baggage was lost bad communication, our bag landed at the destination airport at 12 midday but did not arrive at the hotel till midnight no urgency at all this totally ruined the first 2 days of our trip worst airline I have used.
LOT
7.6
Good
1,105 reviews
LOT
7.6
Good
1,105 reviews

Comfort

7.5

Boarding

7.6

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.2

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Hinesh,May 2025

LHR - WAW

Would not recommend this airline flight was delayed baggage was lost bad communication, our bag landed at the destination airport at 12 midday but did not arrive at the hotel till midnight no urgency at all this totally ruined the first 2 days of our trip worst airline I have used.
Austrian Airlines
7.6
Good
821 reviews
LOT
7.6
Good
1,105 reviews

Comfort

7.5

Boarding

7.6

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.2

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Hinesh,May 2025

LHR - WAW

Would not recommend this airline flight was delayed baggage was lost bad communication, our bag landed at the destination airport at 12 midday but did not arrive at the hotel till midnight no urgency at all this totally ruined the first 2 days of our trip worst airline I have used.
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,683 reviews
LOT
7.6
Good
1,105 reviews

Comfort

7.5

Boarding

7.6

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.2

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Hinesh,May 2025

LHR - WAW

Would not recommend this airline flight was delayed baggage was lost bad communication, our bag landed at the destination airport at 12 midday but did not arrive at the hotel till midnight no urgency at all this totally ruined the first 2 days of our trip worst airline I have used.
Brussels Airlines
7.3
Good
350 reviews
LOT
7.6
Good
1,105 reviews

Comfort

7.5

Boarding

7.6

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.2

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Hinesh,May 2025

LHR - WAW

Would not recommend this airline flight was delayed baggage was lost bad communication, our bag landed at the destination airport at 12 midday but did not arrive at the hotel till midnight no urgency at all this totally ruined the first 2 days of our trip worst airline I have used.
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,265 reviews
LOT
7.6
Good
1,105 reviews

Comfort

7.5

Boarding

7.6

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.2

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Hinesh,May 2025

LHR - WAW

Would not recommend this airline flight was delayed baggage was lost bad communication, our bag landed at the destination airport at 12 midday but did not arrive at the hotel till midnight no urgency at all this totally ruined the first 2 days of our trip worst airline I have used.

Related info for your journey

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

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Budapest to Frankfurt am Main?

    If you book a flight to Frankfurt am Main from Budapest, you will be flying from Ferenc Liszt Intl, which is the city’s only airport. Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl (BUD) is located 10.3 mi from the center of Budapest. There are 15 flights from Ferenc Liszt Intl to Frankfurt am Main per day from 2 different airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Budapest to Frankfurt am Main Airport round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Budapest to Frankfurt am Main Airport round-trip from $193. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Air Serbia, from $235, and Brussels Airlines, from $269. Users have found that Lufthansa is 7% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Budapest to Frankfurt am Main Airport one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Budapest to Frankfurt am Main Airport are Air Serbia ($127), Lufthansa ($140), and SWISS ($281).

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Budapest to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

    Before booking your flight to Frankfurt am Main Airport from Budapest, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Cathay Pacific (92%), United Airlines (87%), TAP AIR PORTUGAL( 87%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Budapest to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $182. While the most popular route (Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl - Frankfurt am Main) can be booked for $112 on average our data indicates $856 when flying from Budapest to Frankfurt am Main Airport.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Budapest to Frankfurt 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 Budapest to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Budapest to Frankfurt am Main Airport (average of $729). Flying from Budapest to Frankfurt am Main Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,088). 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 2 airlines flying from Budapest to Frankfurt

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Budapest to Frankfurt. 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 July 29, 2025.
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RyanairCheapest$41Average$110FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
LufthansaCheapest$165Average$214FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%

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