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Flight deals from Cologne to Budapest

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Cologne to Budapest? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Budapest.Rs15,333 per passenger.Departing Fri, 14 Nov.One-way flight with Eurowings.Outbound direct flight with Eurowings departs from Cologne on Fri, 14 Nov, arriving in Budapest.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs15,333, select.
Budapest.Rs15,986 per passenger.Departing Mon, 16 Mar.One-way flight with Eurowings.Outbound direct flight with Eurowings departs from Cologne on Mon, 16 Mar, arriving in Budapest.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs15,986, select.
Budapest.Rs16,309 per passenger.Departing Sun, 5 Oct.One-way flight with Eurowings.Outbound direct flight with Eurowings departs from Cologne on Sun, 5 Oct, arriving in Budapest.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs16,309, select.
Budapest.Rs17,614 per passenger.Departing Sun, 21 Sep.One-way flight with Eurowings.Outbound direct flight with Eurowings departs from Cologne on Sun, 21 Sep, arriving in Budapest.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs17,614, select.
Budapest.Rs17,614 per passenger.Departing Fri, 2 Jan.One-way flight with Eurowings.Outbound direct flight with Eurowings departs from Cologne on Fri, 2 Jan, arriving in Budapest.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs17,614, select.
Budapest.Rs17,614 per passenger.Departing Fri, 22 Aug.One-way flight with Eurowings.Outbound direct flight with Eurowings departs from Cologne on Fri, 22 Aug, arriving in Budapest.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs17,614, select.
Budapest.Rs18,922 per passenger.Departing Sun, 24 May.One-way flight with Eurowings.Outbound direct flight with Eurowings departs from Cologne on Sun, 24 May, arriving in Budapest.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs18,922, select.
Budapest.Rs21,633 per passenger.Departing Mon, 15 Dec.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Cologne on Mon, 15 Dec, arriving in Budapest.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs21,633, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Cologne to Budapest

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Cologne to Budapest flights are currently cheapest in November.
Jul
from Rs56,113
Aug
from Rs17,614
Sep
from Rs17,614
Oct
from Rs16,309
Nov
from Rs15,333
Dec
from Rs21,633
Jan
from Rs17,614
Feb
from Rs28,562
Mar
from Rs15,986
Apr
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May
from Rs18,922
Jun
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Direct flights from Cologne to Budapest

Cologne to Budapest: Alternative routes

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

Cologne to Budapest: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundRs15,487
Cheapest month to flyNovember
Average flight time1 hr, 43 mins
Most popular airlineEurowings
Average flights per week3

Finding cheap flights from Cologne to Budapest: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Cologne to Budapest is Rs31,319. 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 43 minutes is the average flight time from Cologne to Budapest.
Eurowings and Eurowings Europe (Malta) fly direct from Cologne to Budapest.
As of July 2025, there are 3 flights per week flying from Cologne to Budapest.
The cheapest month to fly from Cologne to Budapest is usually March.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Cologne Airport to Budapest Airport on Monday, 23 March 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 43 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 Budapest 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 Budapest is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Eurowings offers the cheapest flight tickets to Budapest.

Flying from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD): what you need to know

  • Around 1 hour 45 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Cologne Bonn Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport.

  • Cologne and Budapest share the same timezone, UTC+1.

  • Each week, there are five Cologne Bonn Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport flights.

  • Your CGN to BUD flight won't wait if you're late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.

  • During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.

  • Getting to Budapest (and then seeing more of Hungary!) is a cinch with Eurowings. This popular airline has direct flights from Cologne Bonn Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport.

  • Most passengers choose to travel with Eurowings on this route.

  • Eurowings is the most punctual carrier that operates CGN to BUD flights.

  • Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Cologne Bonn Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Check out these options between CGN and BUD:

    • Berlin Brandenburg Airport

    • Franz Josef Strauss Airport

    • Vienna International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)

  • The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Cologne Bonn Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport flight is Rs15,333. A round-trip fare right now is Rs31,319. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.

  • Book seven months before your departure date. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from CGN to BUD.

  • The cheapest month for flights from Cologne Bonn Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have flexible travel dates.

  • You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from CGN to BUD.

  • Secure the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Cologne Bonn Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.

Handy information about Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)

  • When it comes to Cologne Bonn Airport's on-time performance, data shows 74.45% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.

  • Central Cologne to Cologne Bonn Airport is around 14 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.

  • The trip when using public transport typically takes 30 minutes.

  • Looking for a convenient hotel near CGN? If you've booked an early flight from Cologne Bonn Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from check-in:

Arriving at Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)

Getting from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) to central Budapest

  • Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to central Budapest has a drive time of around 30 minutes. It's approximately 24 kilometres away.

  • It typically takes 1 hour if you're using public transport.

When to fly to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Cologne Bonn Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport is April, while July is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Budapest based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.

  • Lock in your flight from Cologne Bonn Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport for August if you want to go to Budapest during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 15ºC and 30ºC.

  • If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from CGN to BUD in January. Temperatures average between -8ºC and 6ºC then.

Explore more of Hungary

  • You've done Budapest, now it's time to explore more of Hungary. Travel around 193 kilometres east to Debrecen to tick off its top attractions. From Deri Museum to Hortobagy National Park and Debrecen Zoo and Amusement Park, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.

  • Miskolc is another favourite destination in Hungary and is around 145 kilometres north-east of Budapest. No journey is complete without visiting Galya-tető (Miskolc), DVTK Szabadidő Park and Munkástrón.

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