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Flight deals from Budapest to Edinburgh

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Budapest Airport to Edinburgh Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $151. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Budapest to Edinburgh

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

Direct flights from Budapest to Edinburgh

Budapest to Edinburgh: Alternative routes

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

Budapest to Edinburgh: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$65
Cheapest month to flyJuly
Average flight time3 hrs, 4 mins
Most popular airlineRyanair
Average flights per week11

Finding cheap flights from Budapest to Edinburgh: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Budapest to Edinburgh is $139. 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.
3 hours and 4 minutes is the average flight time from Budapest to Edinburgh.
Ryanair and Buzz fly direct from Budapest to Edinburgh.
As of June 2026, there are 11 flights per week flying from Budapest to Edinburgh.
The cheapest month to fly from Budapest to Edinburgh is usually November.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Budapest Airport to Edinburgh Airport on Friday, 13 November 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 4 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 Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Ryanair offers the cheapest flight tickets to Edinburgh.

Travelling from Budapest Airport (BUD) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI): what you need to know

  • Around 3 hours is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Budapest Airport to Edinburgh Airport.

  • The timezone in Edinburgh is UTC+0, which is one hour behind Budapest.

  • You can choose from four weekly Budapest Airport to Edinburgh Airport flights. The 05:45 departure with Ryanair is the earliest flight you can take. Ryanair operates the latest service of the day at 19:40.

  • For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your BUD to EDI flight.

  • Travelling during a peak time like June? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer lines at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

  • Ryanair has direct flights from Budapest Airport to Edinburgh Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to check out the sights in Edinburgh — and maybe even more of the United Kingdom if your schedule allows.

  • Ryanair is the most frequently booked airline on this route.

  • With a dependable 83.61% of services arriving as scheduled, Ryanair is the most punctual carrier operating BUD to EDI flights.

  • If you'd like to explore another city along the way, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Budapest Airport to Edinburgh Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between BUD and EDI:

    • Vienna Airport

    • Dusseldorf International Airport

    • Hamburg International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Budapest Airport (BUD) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)

  • Currently, $65 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Budapest Airport to Edinburgh Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $139. Remember that fares could change due to availability when booking.

  • It's often best to book ahead of time if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from BUD to EDI. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.

  • The cheapest month for flights from Budapest Airport to Edinburgh Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have flexible dates.

  • You won't have to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment the price changes on cheap flights from BUD to EDI.

  • Find the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Budapest Airport to Edinburgh Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.

Handy information about Budapest Airport (BUD)

  • 81% of flights departing from Budapest Airport touch down at their destination according to schedule. Given its strong on-time performance, delays are unlikely when setting off from BUD.

  • To reach Budapest Airport from central Budapest, it takes around 25 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 16 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • The trip when using public transport will take about 40 minutes.

  • Get your break off to a stress-free start by staying near BUD. Whether you've booked an early flight from Budapest Airport to Edinburgh Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are the answer:

Arriving at Edinburgh Airport (EDI)

  • If you're landing on a late Budapest Airport to Edinburgh Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these accommodation options near EDI:

  • Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Edinburgh Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Green Motion, Drivalia or Hertz and find adventure across Edinburgh and beyond.

  • Reserving your ride from Edinburgh Airport about one week in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.

When to fly to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Budapest Airport to Edinburgh Airport is March, while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Edinburgh based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.

  • Before locking in your flight from Budapest Airport to Edinburgh Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Edinburgh, with the temperature ranging from 9ºC (48ºF) to 20ºC (68ºF).

  • January has average temperatures of between -1ºC (30ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF). Search for cheap tickets from BUD to EDI sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.

Explore more of the United Kingdom

  • Manchester is just one of the many places in the United Kingdom waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Edinburgh. Around 290 kilometres away to the south, popular attractions include Manchester United Museum & Stadium Tour, The Homes of Football and Museum of Science and Industry.

  • If you want to check out another great destination in the United Kingdom, head for Birmingham, about 402 kilometres south of Edinburgh. Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre and Bournville Experience are key highlights.

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