Journey information
Overview: Budapest to Edinburgh flight
Flights from Budapest to Edinburgh depart on average 65 times per day, taking around 3h 33m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at £43 if you book in advance.
There are 1 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 05:45, the last at 22:10. The fastest flight covers the 1785 km distance in 3h 0m. November is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 1785 km |
Average flight duration 3h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price £43 |
Flights per day 65 |
Direct flights 1 |
Fastest flight 3h 0m |
Cheapest month to travel November |
First flight 05:45 |
Last flight 22:10 |
The cheapest and fastest flights from Budapest to Edinburgh
Cheapest price
£48
Average price
£187
Fastest journey
3 h
Average duration
8 h 41 m
Flights per day
5
Distance
1785 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Budapest to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Budapest to Edinburgh will cost around £187 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap flight tickets today for only £48.
Of the 5 flights that leave Budapest for Edinburgh every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct flights cover the 1785 km distance in an average of 8 h 41 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 3 h .
The slowest flights will take 13 h 45 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.










Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Budapest to Edinburgh
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Budapest to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £85. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 33m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach is your best bet as it emits only 1.8 - 4.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £85, and a train costs an average of £611.
Distance: 1785 km
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Most popular Flight | Coach | Train |
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£168 Average Price | £161 Average Price Cheapest | £619 Average Price |
6h 33m Average total duration Fastest 3h 33m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 42h 50m Average total duration 42h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 33h 20m Average total duration 32h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
5.4 - 10.7kg CO2 emissions | 1.8 - 4.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Budapest to Edinburgh flight times
The table below shows live departures for Budapest to Edinburgh flights for today, Wednesday 17 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 07:05 Budapest | 6h20 | 13:25 Edinburgh | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 12:10 Budapest | 3h00 | 15:10 Edinburgh | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 15:25 Budapest | 5h20 | 20:45 Edinburgh | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 17:30 Budapest | 26h45 | 20:15 Edinburgh | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thursday 18 December | |||||
![]() | 04:20 Budapest | 11h15 | 15:35 Edinburgh | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Budapest to Edinburgh by train, coach or flight
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FAQs: Budapest to Edinburgh flights
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Budapest to Edinburgh by flight. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest flight, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Edinburgh, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Flights from Budapest to Edinburgh generally leave from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport and arrive in Edinburgh Airport.
Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport is 18.4 km away from Budapest city centre and Edinburgh Airport is 13.5 km from Edinburgh city centre.
popular airports
Important Stations and Airports in Budapest and Edinburgh
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport.
- Shops available in SkyCourt, including duty-free and fashion stores.
- Parking available at Terminal Parking, approximately 2€ per hour.
- Available outside the terminal.
- Ramps, toilets.
- Available throughout the airport.
- Yes
- Lounges available, including the SkyCourt Lounge.
- Located in Terminal 2B, open daily.
- Bus 100E
- Bus 200E
- Train
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport.
- Shops in the terminal, including WHSmith and World Duty Free.
- Short-term parking near the terminal, approximately 5.4€ (£4.50) per hour.
- Available outside the terminal.
- Ramps, assistance.
- Available throughout the airport.
- Yes
- Lounges available, including Aspire and No1 Lounge.
- Located in the main terminal, near baggage claim.
- Bus: Airlink 100, Skylink 200, Skylink 300
- Tram: Edinburgh Trams
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