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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Budapest to Frankfurt am Main flights are currently cheapest in August.

Direct flights from Budapest to Frankfurt am Main

Budapest to Frankfurt am Main: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Budapest to Frankfurt below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Frankfurt am Main.

Budapest to Frankfurt: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found163 €
Cheapest month to flyAugust
Average flight time1 hr, 48 mins
Most popular airlineLufthansa
Average flights per week336

Finding cheap flights from Budapest to Frankfurt am Main: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Budapest to Frankfurt am Main is 163 €. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
1 hour and 48 minutes is the average flight time from Budapest to Frankfurt am Main.
Lufthansa, Air Canada and Brussels Airlines fly direct from Budapest to Frankfurt am Main.
As of April 2025, there are 336 flights per week flying from Budapest to Frankfurt am Main.
The cheapest month to fly from Budapest to Frankfurt am Main is usually April 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Budapest Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport on Friday, 1 August 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 48 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Frankfurt am Main but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Frankfurt is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Lufthansa offers the cheapest flight tickets to Frankfurt am Main.

Travelling from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) to Frankfurt Airport (FRA): what you need to know

  • The average time for a direct flight from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Frankfurt Airport is 1 hour 45 minutes.

  • Budapest and Frankfurt follow the same timezone, UTC+1.

  • Flights from BUD to FRA start at 06:05 — the earliest with Lufthansa. The last departure is at 18:55 with Lufthansa. Overall, you can choose from 44 weekly Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Frankfurt Airport flights.

  • Give yourself enough time to catch your BUD to FRA flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Flying during a peak time such as July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer queues and delays at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.

  • Jetting into Frankfurt (and then discovering more of Germany!) is a snap with Lufthansa. This popular airline offers direct flights from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Frankfurt Airport.

  • Lufthansa is the top choice for travellers on this route.

  • The most punctual carrier operating BUD to FRA flights is Lufthansa. Its services land as scheduled 72.96% of the time.

  • We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Frankfurt Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Top stopovers between BUD and FRA include:

    • Franz Josef Strauss Airport

    • Vienna International Airport

    • Vaclav Havel Airport Prague

How to find the cheapest flights from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) to Frankfurt Airport (FRA)

  • The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Frankfurt Airport flight is 63 €. A round-trip ticket right now is 163 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.

  • Get cheap tickets from BUD to FRA by booking at least eight months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.

  • July is the cheapest month for flights from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Frankfurt Airport. If you prefer to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for every month.

  • Picking up cheap flights from BUD to FRA is a breeze with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as a lower fare pops up.

  • Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Frankfurt Airport.

Handy information about Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)

  • Of all flights departing from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport, 71.48% arrive on time at their destination.

  • Central Budapest to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport is around 24 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 30 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.

  • Expect a trip time of about 1 hour on public transport.

  • Get your trip off to a hassle-free start by staying near BUD. Whether you're taking an early flight from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Frankfurt Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the answer:

Arriving at Frankfurt Airport (FRA)

Getting from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to central Frankfurt

  • Frankfurt Airport to the centre of Frankfurt has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 14 kilometres away.

  • Getting to the centre on public transport will take you around 35 minutes.

When to fly to Frankfurt Airport (FRA)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Frankfurt Airport is January, while April is the busiest. Choose the best time to visit Frankfurt based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.

  • The warmest month in Frankfurt is July, with the temperature ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Book your flights from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Frankfurt Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.

  • If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from BUD to FRA in January. Average temperatures are between -4ºC (25ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) then.

Explore more of Germany

  • You've done Frankfurt, now it's time to explore other corners of Germany. Travel around 418 kilometres north-east to Berlin to tick off its popular sights. From Brandenburg Gate to Berlin Wall Memorial and East Side Gallery, your itinerary will be busy.

  • If you're interested in discovering another side of Germany, head for Hamburg, about 386 kilometres north of Frankfurt. Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg are the start of reasons to visit.

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