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Cheapest round-trip
C$ 275
Typical prices: C$ 310-C$ 485
Air Serbia
Mon 19/11Thu 22/11
MUC - BUD • 1 stop
Cheapest direct flights
C$ 276
Typical prices: C$ 310-C$ 484
Lufthansa
Mon 15/1Fri 19/1
MUC - BUD • Direct
Direct flights
You can fly direct with Lufthansa and Lufthansa City Airlines. Average duration is 1h 15m
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Most punctual • 80% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 23 weeks in advance save around 22% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 21% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg C$ 307 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 4h 26m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Munich to Budapest (MUC-BUD)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Munich to Budapest

Thu, 19 Nov - Sun, 22 Nov
Air Serbia Logo
9:30 a.m. - 2:40 p.m.MUC  Munich Franz Josef Strauss-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
5h 10m1 stop Belgrade Nikola Tesla
Air Serbia Logo
6:45 p.m. - 8:45 a.m.BUD  Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-MUC Munich Franz Josef Strauss
14h 00m1 stop Belgrade Nikola Tesla
C$ 275Air Serbia
1 day ago
Fri, 15 Jan - Tue, 19 Jan
Lufthansa Logo
8:00 a.m. - 9:15 a.m.MUC  Munich Franz Josef Strauss-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
1h 15mdirect
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7:50 a.m. - 9:05 a.m.BUD  Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-MUC Munich Franz Josef Strauss
1h 15mdirect
C$ 276Lufthansa
3+ days ago
Thu, 19 Nov - Mon, 23 Nov
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8:00 a.m. - 9:15 a.m.MUC  Munich Franz Josef Strauss-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
1h 15mdirect
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5:10 p.m. - 6:25 p.m.BUD  Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-MUC Munich Franz Josef Strauss
1h 15mdirect
C$ 277Lufthansa
13 hours ago
Fri, 9 Apr - Mon, 12 Apr
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7:15 a.m. - 8:30 a.m.MUC  Munich Franz Josef Strauss-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
1h 15mdirect
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2:45 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.BUD  Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-MUC Munich Franz Josef Strauss
3h 15m1 stop Zurich
C$ 283Multiple Airlines
1 day ago
Fri, 27 Nov - Sun, 29 Nov
Air Serbia Logo
8:15 p.m. - 2:40 p.m.MUC  Munich Franz Josef Strauss-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
18h 25m1 stop Belgrade Nikola Tesla
Air Serbia Logo
6:45 p.m. - 8:45 a.m.BUD  Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-MUC Munich Franz Josef Strauss
14h 00m1 stop Belgrade Nikola Tesla
C$ 297Air Serbia
1 day ago
Fri, 27 Nov - Sun, 29 Nov
Air Serbia Logo
8:15 p.m. - 2:40 p.m.MUC  Munich Franz Josef Strauss-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
18h 25m1 stop Belgrade Nikola Tesla
Air Serbia Logo
6:45 p.m. - 8:45 a.m.BUD  Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-MUC Munich Franz Josef Strauss
14h 00m1 stop Belgrade Nikola Tesla
C$ 299Air Serbia
11 hours ago
Fri, 13 Nov - Mon, 16 Nov
Lufthansa Logo
8:00 a.m. - 9:15 a.m.MUC  Munich Franz Josef Strauss-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
1h 15mdirect
Lufthansa Logo
5:10 p.m. - 6:25 p.m.BUD  Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-MUC Munich Franz Josef Strauss
1h 15mdirect
C$ 303Lufthansa
2 days ago
Thu, 19 Nov - Sun, 22 Nov
Lufthansa Logo
8:00 a.m. - 9:15 a.m.MUC  Munich Franz Josef Strauss-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
1h 15mdirect
Lufthansa Logo
7:50 a.m. - 9:05 a.m.BUD  Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-MUC Munich Franz Josef Strauss
1h 15mdirect
C$ 305Lufthansa
1 day ago
Fri, 20 Nov - Sun, 22 Nov
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:00 a.m. - 9:15 a.m.MUC  Munich Franz Josef Strauss-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
1h 15mdirect
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:15 a.m. - 10:25 a.m.BUD  Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-MUC Munich Franz Josef Strauss
4h 10m1 stop Zurich
C$ 307Multiple Airlines
3+ days ago
Thu, 18 Feb - Mon, 22 Feb
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11:25 a.m. - 7:10 p.m.MUC  Munich Franz Josef Strauss-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
7h 45m1 stop Zurich
SWISS Logo
8:00 p.m. - 8:10 a.m.BUD  Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-MUC Munich Franz Josef Strauss
12h 10m1 stop Zurich
C$ 310SWISS
2 days ago
Booking Insights

Price, demand, and travel trends for Munich to Budapest flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

How much is a round-trip flight from Munich to Budapest?

Round-trip flights from Munich to Budapest typically range from C$ 310 to C$ 485. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was C$ 275, on Air Serbia.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Munich to Budapest?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Munich to Budapest. It’s 11% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 26% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Munich to Budapest?

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Munich to Budapest at C$ 302 round-trip.
•June (C$ 477) and December (C$ 470) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 58% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Munich to Budapest the cheapest?

Flights from Munich to Budapest are cheapest 23 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 22% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from Munich to Budapest

 
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Yulia Denisyuk

Yulia Denisyuk

Expert on BUD

Yulia is a freelance journalist who’s dispatched from 90+ countries. Her work focuses on cultures, adventure trips and air travel, appearing in NatGeo, NYT, CNTraveler, and more. For past assignments, she’s stayed with nomads in Mongolia and learned the art of Imigongo in Rwanda. She’s based in Chicago; in winter she often questions that decision.

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Blane Bachelor

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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.

Key details for Munich to Budapest flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

C$ 157
Beat the crowds with an average 29% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 26% increase in traveller numbers.
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When to book flights from Munich to Budapest

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Your Munich to Budapest flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Munich to Budapest?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Munich to Budapest:

    • Earliest: departs at 7:15 am and lands at 8:30 am
    • Latest: departs at 10:15 pm and lands at 11:30 pm.

    The flight takes about 1h 15m.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Munich to Budapest?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Munich to Budapest.

  • How long does a flight from Munich to Budapest take?

    A direct flight from Munich to Budapest takes 1h 15m, covering 910 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Munich to Budapest?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Munich to Budapest flight?

    Round-trip flights from Munich to Budapest range from C$ 310 to C$ 485, with an average of C$ 380 over the past 12 months. Anything below C$ 310 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Munich to Budapest flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 8% above the C$ 380 route average. Book 23 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Munich to Budapest?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Layover fares average C$ 307 round-trip via Frankfurt am Main (FRA), compared to C$ 379 for direct.

  • How does on-time performance compare across airlines flying from Munich to Budapest?

    Lufthansa is the only airline operating Munich to Budapest flights. 80% of its flights are on time.

  • What is the standard checked bag allowance on flights from Munich to Budapest?

    There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge C$ 36–C$ 142 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Munich to Budapest?

    The Airbus A320 (sharklets) family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Lufthansa and TAP AIR PORTUGAL. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A319 variants.

  • How are flight departures from Munich to Budapest spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Munich to Budapest flights, with 50% leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 25%, Evening flights for 25%, and Night flights for 0%.

  • Is it cheaper to take a train or bus instead of flying between Munich and Budapest?

    Based on prices from the last 5 days, flying between Munich and Budapest is around C$ 275 round-trip, with a flight time of about 5h 10m. Taking the train is much cheaper at around C$ 157 round-trip, with a trip time of about 8h 31m. The bus is similarly priced at around C$ 98 round-trip and takes about 8h 40m. Compared to flying, recent train and bus fares are roughly 54% lower. However, those options take about 3+ hours longer each way.

  • How are flight prices from Munich to Budapest looking right now?

    One-way fares from Munich to Budapest are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about C$ 221, which is 28% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl Airport (BUD)?

    Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl Airport (BUD) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around C$ 8 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Klass Wagen
    • Dryyve
    • GREEN MOTION
    • SURPRICE CAR RENTAL
    • Sixt

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Munich to Budapest?

    Flights from Munich to Budapest usually depart from Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) and arrive at Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl (BUD).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Munich to Budapest?

    Evening flights have the fewest delays on this route, while afternoon departures tend to have the most.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed on the route from Munich to Budapest?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Munich to Budapest route, 20% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 1h 26m.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Munich to Budapest pass through?

    One-stop flights from Munich to Budapest most commonly connect through:

    • Frankfurt am Main (FRA) – 40% of one-stop connections
    • Belgrade Nikola Tesla (BEG) – 25% of one-stop connections
    • Warsaw Frederic Chopin (WAW) – 20% of one-stop connections
    • Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) – 5% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Munich to Budapest?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 30% on flights from Munich to Budapest. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at C$ 339 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at C$ 481, a difference of C$ 142.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • Which airlines fly from Munich to Budapest?

    2 airlines operate flights between Munich and Budapest. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

    • Lufthansa
    • Lufthansa City Airlines

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport when travelling from Munich to Budapest?

    Flying via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 26m, compared with 5h 37m via Frankfurt am Main (FRA) and 7h 23m via Belgrade Nikola Tesla (BEG).

  • Which popular places can I visit in Budapest?

    Buda Castle is one of the most viewed places in Budapest on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Munich to Budapest flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Lufthansa: a carry-on bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Etihad Airways: a carry-on bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

    Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

  • What are some layover cities for flights from Munich to Budapest?

    Several airlines flying from MUC to BUD have layovers en route. Some of the common layover cities include Duesseldorf (DUS) by Eurowings and Lufthansa, Vienna (VIE) by OBB and Austrian, Paris (CDG) by Air France, Berline (BER) by Lufthansa, Ryanair, and Wizz Air, Zurich (ZRH) by SWISS, and Amsterdam (AMS) by KLM.

  • What are the transport options from Budapest Airport (BUD) to downtown?

    Bus Line 100E of BKK operators connects BUD Airport to downtown Budapest with a 10-minute interval. MiniBUD Ltd also connects BUD airport to downtown Budapest and operates every 30 minutes. Flibco connects BUD Airport to downtown Budapest and operates in 15-minute intervals.

  • Can a minor fly unaccompanied from Munich to Budapest?

    Air France allows children aged 5 to 14 years to travel from MUC to BUD with connecting flights at a fee. You must arrive with your child at the airport at least 30 minutes before the departure flight. You must provide travel documents for your minor, including a passport, birth certificate for age verification, a letter of consent, and a health certificate. You must provide a photo ID, the name of the receiving adult, and the address and contact information.

  • Which airlines offer accessible services from Munich to Budapest?

    People with special needs can get accessibility services if they fly with Lufthansa from MUN to BUD. The airline has accessibility features such as onboard wheelchairs, walkers, and accessible lavatories for those with reduced mobility. They also provide braille and auditory aids for those with low vision and hard of hearing. Their in-flight entertainment, such as closed captioning and audio description, is personalized for special needs people. If you notify them at least 48 hours before your departure flight, you can get this assistance during navigation, boarding, and disembarking.

Your guide to booking Munich to Budapest flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Saturday departure and avoid flying on Monday. On this route, Saturday flights average C$ 339, about C$ 142 less than Monday fares (30% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 23 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 22% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Munich to Budapest trip for February. Fares historically average C$ 302 round-trip in that month – typically C$ 175 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages C$ 307 round-trip on this route – about C$ 72 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl Airport.

    • ibis Styles Budapest Airport
    • Hotel Ferihegy
  • Swiss allows you to fly with your pet from Munich International Airport (MUC) to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) at a fee. Your pet must be fitted in a small kennel that is spacious, comfortable, and fit under the seat of the airline. The maximum dimension for the pet kennel is 22 x 14.5 x 14 inches. The combined weight for your pet and its carrier must be 17 lbs.
  • BUD is the hub for Lufthansa Airlines. Consider flying with Lufthansa to Budapest since Terminal 2 of BUD is exclusively operated by the airline and its partner, making it convenient to locate.
  • Consider flying with Air France if you want unique dining options when traveling from MUC to BUD. The airline has various unique meal options personalized for passengers with dietary requirements, including vegan, vegetarian, diabetic, gluten-free, lactose-free, and religion-specific meals.
  • If traveling with your child, consider flying with Eurowings from MUC to BUD. Eurowings has a range of family-friendly services such as kid-friendly meals, seat selection options, changing facilities such as changing tables in lavatories, child-friendly entertainment content, and stroller gate delivery.
  • Air France allows you to board with one carry-on bag, including your item, for free. The airline has a maximum dimension allowance of 21.6 x 13.7 x 9.8 inches for carry-on bags with a weight limit of 26.4 lb and 15.7 x 11.8 x 5.8 inches for your personal item. They must fit in the cabin overhead and under the seat.

Prefer to fly direct from Munich to Budapest?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Munich Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Munich Franz Josef Strauss to Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Monday

Lufthansa

Lufthansa

Tuesday

Lufthansa

Lufthansa

Wednesday

Lufthansa

Lufthansa

Thursday

Lufthansa

Lufthansa

Friday

Lufthansa

Lufthansa

Saturday

Lufthansa

Lufthansa

Sunday

Lufthansa

Lufthansa

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Direct returns

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl to Munich Franz Josef Strauss

Monday

Lufthansa

Lufthansa

Tuesday

Lufthansa

Lufthansa

Wednesday

Lufthansa

Lufthansa

Thursday

Lufthansa

Lufthansa

Friday

Lufthansa

Lufthansa

Saturday

Lufthansa

Lufthansa

Sunday

Lufthansa

Lufthansa

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