Flying from Munich Airport (MUC) to Budapest Airport (BUD): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Munich Airport to Budapest Airport and you'll be traveling for an average of 1 hour 15 minutes.
Budapest's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Munich.
Every week, there are 27 Munich Airport to Budapest Airport flights.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your MUC to BUD flight.
Traveling during a peak month like September? School holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer queues at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Lufthansa offers direct flights from Munich Airport to Budapest Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to tick off the sights in Budapest — and maybe even more of Hungary if you have time.
Lufthansa is the top choice for travelers on this route.
Lufthansa is the most punctual carrier that offers MUC to BUD flights, with 78.33% of its services landing on schedule.
If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Munich Airport to Budapest Airport. These are the top stopovers between MUC and BUD:
Frankfurt am Main Airport
Zurich Airport
Vienna Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Munich Airport (MUC) to Budapest Airport (BUD)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Munich Airport to Budapest Airport flight is AED 328. A round-trip plane ticket is currently AED 615. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Book one month before you travel. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from MUC to BUD.
June is the cheapest month for flights from Munich Airport to Budapest Airport. If you prefer to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares across every month.
Snapping up cheap flights from MUC to BUD is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as a new discounted fare appears.
Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Munich Airport to Budapest Airport.
Handy information about Munich Airport (MUC)
79% of flights departing from Munich Airport land at their destination on time.
Central Munich to Munich Airport is approximately 40 kilometers. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 40 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
The journey on public transport will take about 40 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to MUC? If you've booked an early flight from Munich Airport to Budapest Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Budapest Airport (BUD)
Book a hotel close to BUD if you're taking a late Munich Airport to Budapest Airport flight. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Budapest Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Klass Wagen, Dryyve or Green Motion and explore beyond Budapest's usual tourist stops.
Reserving your vehicle from Budapest Airport about four weeks ahead increases your chances of getting a good deal.
When to fly to Budapest Airport (BUD)
The quietest month for a flight from Munich Airport to Budapest Airport is March, while June is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Budapest based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Book your flight from Munich Airport to Budapest Airport for August if you want to visit Budapest during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 15ºC (59ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -8ºC (18ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF). Search for cheap tickets from MUC to BUD sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Hungary
You've visited Budapest, now it's time to explore other parts of Hungary. Travel around 193 kilometers east to Debrecen to tick off its leading attractions. From Hortobágy National Park to Nagyerdei Park and Debreceni Zsinagóga, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Miskolc is another standout destination in Hungary and is around 145 kilometers north-east of Budapest. No journey is complete without seeing Miskolctapolca Cave Bath, Bukk National Park and Diósgyőr: Történelmi Emlékhely.