Recent fares Budapest → Athens
Return fares for 1 adult in EUR, found in recent Aviasales searches; fares older than 3 days are hidden. Fares checked 2 Nov, 05:00 CET. Prices change quickly; the final price is shown on the partner site.
Good to know
| Flight time (non-stop) | about 1 h 55 min – 2 h 10 min |
|---|---|
| Non-stop airlines | 3: Ryanair, Wizz Air, Aegean Airlines |
| Airports | BUD → ATH |
| Time difference | Athens is 1 h ahead |
| Cheapest month (one-way) | January 2027 (from €26) |
| Priciest month (one-way) | August 2027 (from €59) |
Fare rows: cheapest one-way fare per departure month in cached Aviasales searches (via Travelpayouts), checked 2 Nov 2026. Not a price guarantee.
Airlines on this route
- Ryanair — Athens
- Wizz Air — Athens
- Aegean Airlines — Athens
Checked against published schedules in October 2026. Airlines add and drop routes by season, so check the search for current dates.
Departing Budapest
- Budapest Ferenc Liszt (BUD) — Bus 100E runs non-stop to Deák Ferenc tér in the centre in about 35–40 minutes (special airport ticket); bus 200E links to the M3 metro at Kőbánya-Kispest for a cheaper ride. Official Főtaxi cabs queue outside both arrival halls.
Arriving in Athens
- Athens Eleftherios Venizelos (ATH) — Metro line 3 runs to Syntagma in about 40 minutes; the 24-hour X95 express bus also goes to Syntagma, and the suburban railway links the airport with Piraeus and the wider network.
Best time to go
April–June and September–October are warm without the July–August heat. Winter is mild and quiet, good for museums and cheap fares.
Tips
- Athens is one hour ahead of Budapest.
- Ferries to the islands leave from Piraeus and Rafina; the airport metro and suburban rail connect to both areas.
- A combined ticket covers the Acropolis and several other ancient sites, which saves queuing more than once.
FAQ
Which airlines fly direct from Budapest to Athens?
Non-stop flights are operated by Ryanair, Wizz Air, Aegean Airlines (schedules checked October 2026; airlines change routes seasonally, so the search shows what is currently on sale).
How long is the flight from Budapest to Athens?
A direct flight takes about 1 h 55 min – 2 h 10 min.
Which Athens airport should I fly to?
Athens Eleftherios Venizelos (ATH): Metro line 3 runs to Syntagma in about 40 minutes; the 24-hour X95 express bus also goes to Syntagma, and the suburban railway links the airport with Piraeus and the wider network.
When is the best time to fly Budapest–Athens?
April–June and September–October are warm without the July–August heat. Winter is mild and quiet, good for museums and cheap fares.
From €72 on 11–13 Jan – check price
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