Flying from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Budapest Airport (BUD): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Manchester Airport to Budapest Airport is 2 hours 45 minutes.
Budapest is one hour ahead of Manchester and is in the UTC+1 timezone.
Flights from MAN to BUD start at 06:05 — the first with Ryanair. The latest departure is at 20:10 with Ryanair. Overall, there are 12 weekly Manchester Airport to Budapest Airport flights.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your MAN to BUD flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
During popular months like August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during a peak period in general.
You'll find a variety of airlines operating direct flights from Manchester Airport to Budapest Airport. When you're ready to start your Budapest holiday, let one of these carriers take you to this memorable corner of Hungary:
Ryanair is the top choice for travellers on this route.
With a reliable 87.1% of services landing on schedule, Ryanair is the most punctual carrier for MAN to BUD flights.
If you'd like to explore another city along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Manchester Airport to Budapest Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between MAN and BUD:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
Frankfurt am Main Airport
Berlin Brandenburg Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Budapest Airport (BUD)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Manchester Airport to Budapest Airport flight is Rs6,270. A return ticket right now is Rs20,279. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Book 11 months before you want to fly. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from MAN to BUD.
April is the cheapest month for flights from Manchester Airport to Budapest Airport. If you prefer to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for every month.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from MAN to BUD.
Select your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Manchester Airport to Budapest Airport.
Handy information about Manchester Airport (MAN)
65% of flights that depart Manchester Airport land at their destination on time.
Manchester Airport is around 14 kilometres from central Manchester. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The journey on public transport takes about 20 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a stress-free start by staying near MAN. Whether you're catching an early flight from Manchester Airport to Budapest Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Budapest Airport (BUD)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Manchester Airport to Budapest Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near BUD instead:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Budapest Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Klass Wagen, Dryyve or Green Motion and experience the lesser-explored corners of Budapest and beyond.
To get the lowest price, book your vehicle from Budapest Airport about four weeks before travelling.
When to fly to Budapest Airport (BUD)
June is the most popular month for flights from Manchester Airport to Budapest Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Budapest in March.
Before locking in your flight from Manchester Airport to Budapest Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Budapest, with temperatures ranging from 15ºC to 33ºC.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from MAN to BUD in January. Average temperatures are between -8ºC and 6ºC then.
Explore more of Hungary
Budapest has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Hungary waiting to be discovered. About 193 kilometres east of Budapest, a visit to Debrecen will keep you on the go. Start with attractions like Hortobágy National Park, Nagyerdei Park and Debreceni Zsinagóga.
Miskolc is another sought-after destination in Hungary and is around 145 kilometres north-east of Budapest. No trip is complete without seeing Miskolctapolca Cave Bath, Bukk National Park and Diósgyőr: Történelmi Emlékhely.