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Cheap Flights from Helsinki (HEL) to Budapest (BUD)

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Cheap Flights from Helsinki (HEL) to Budapest (BUD)

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Lufthansa
Thu, 20 Aug - Sun, 23 Aug
HEL
Helsinki
BUD
Budapest
AU$321 Return, found 4 days ago
AU$321
Return
found 4 days ago
Select Lufthansa flight, departing Thu, 20 Aug from Helsinki to Budapest, returning Sun, 23 Aug, priced at AU$321 found 4 days ago
Lufthansa
Thu, 20 Aug - Sun, 23 Aug
HEL
Helsinki
BUD
Budapest
AU$342 Return, found 4 days ago
AU$342
Return
found 4 days ago
Select Lufthansa flight, departing Thu, 20 Aug from Helsinki to Budapest, returning Sun, 23 Aug, priced at AU$342 found 4 days ago
Lufthansa
Thu, 20 Aug - Sun, 23 Aug
HEL
Helsinki
BUD
Budapest
AU$345 Return, found 4 days ago
AU$345
Return
found 4 days ago
Select Lufthansa flight, departing Thu, 20 Aug from Helsinki to Budapest, returning Sun, 23 Aug, priced at AU$345 found 4 days ago
Lufthansa
Thu, 20 Aug - Sun, 23 Aug
HEL
Helsinki
BUD
Budapest
AU$361 Return, found 4 days ago
AU$361
Return
found 4 days ago
Select Lufthansa flight, departing Thu, 20 Aug from Helsinki to Budapest, returning Sun, 23 Aug, priced at AU$361 found 4 days ago
Lufthansa
Thu, 14 Jan - Wed, 20 Jan
HEL
Helsinki
BUD
Budapest
AU$370 Return, found 2 days ago
AU$370
Return
found 2 days ago
Select Lufthansa flight, departing Thu, 14 Jan from Helsinki to Budapest, returning Wed, 20 Jan, priced at AU$370 found 2 days ago
Lufthansa
Thu, 20 Aug - Sun, 23 Aug
HEL
Helsinki
BUD
Budapest
AU$373 Return, found 4 days ago
AU$373
Return
found 4 days ago
Select Lufthansa flight, departing Thu, 20 Aug from Helsinki to Budapest, returning Sun, 23 Aug, priced at AU$373 found 4 days ago
KLM
Tue, 1 Sept - Fri, 4 Sept
HEL
Helsinki
BUD
Budapest
AU$495 Return, found 1 day ago
AU$495
Return
found 1 day ago
Select KLM flight, departing Tue, 1 Sept from Helsinki to Budapest, returning Fri, 4 Sept, priced at AU$495 found 1 day ago
Austrian Airlines
Thu, 14 Jan - Wed, 20 Jan
HEL
Helsinki
BUD
Budapest
AU$509 Return, found 2 days ago
AU$509
Return
found 2 days ago
Select Austrian Airlines flight, departing Thu, 14 Jan from Helsinki to Budapest, returning Wed, 20 Jan, priced at AU$509 found 2 days ago
Scandinavian Airlines
Tue, 1 Sept - Fri, 4 Sept
HEL
Helsinki
BUD
Budapest
AU$513 Return, found 1 day ago
AU$513
Return
found 1 day ago
Select Scandinavian Airlines flight, departing Tue, 1 Sept from Helsinki to Budapest, returning Fri, 4 Sept, priced at AU$513 found 1 day ago
Turkish Airlines
Thu, 14 Jan - Wed, 20 Jan
HEL
Helsinki
BUD
Budapest
AU$532 Return, found 2 days ago
AU$532
Return
found 2 days ago
Select Turkish Airlines flight, departing Thu, 14 Jan from Helsinki to Budapest, returning Wed, 20 Jan, priced at AU$532 found 2 days ago

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from Helsinki (HEL-Vantaa) to Budapest (BUD-Ferenc Liszt Intl.) cost?
You can find one-way and return flights from HEL to BUD with Expedia. Flight prices vary based on the month and day of the week you want to travel, as well as the airline and how far in advance you book your ticket. Filter your search on Expedia by "Price (lowest to highest)" to see our cheapest fares first, and use the Price Tracking tool to receive alerts when HEL to BUD ticket fares go up or down.
Which airlines fly direct from Helsinki (HEL-Vantaa) to Budapest (BUD-Ferenc Liszt Intl.)?
There is 1 airline offering direct flights from Helsinki (HEL-Vantaa) to Budapest (BUD-Ferenc Liszt Intl.). Finnair operates 14 direct flights from Helsinki (HEL-Vantaa) to Budapest (BUD-Ferenc Liszt Intl.) every week.
What is the best airline to fly with from Helsinki (HEL-Vantaa) to Budapest (BUD-Ferenc Liszt Intl.)?
The best airline to fly with from Helsinki (HEL-Vantaa) (HEL) to Budapest (BUD-Ferenc Liszt Intl.) (BUD) will differ from traveller to traveller. If you like to fly early, Finnair offers early morning flights. If price is the most important factor, Finnair typically offers the lowest fares. Lufthansa offers the most daily flights from Helsinki (HEL-Vantaa) (HEL) to Budapest (BUD-Ferenc Liszt Intl.) (BUD), which is great if flexibility is what you value most. The best carrier for this journey could also be the one you have a loyalty membership with, as flying with that airline or another airline within the same alliance could help you collect points or enjoy lounge access.
What is the earliest flight from Helsinki (HEL-Vantaa) to Budapest (BUD-Ferenc Liszt Intl.)?
The earliest flight from Helsinki (HEL-Vantaa) (HEL) to Budapest (BUD-Ferenc Liszt Intl.) (BUD) typically departs around 12:20 AM local time. This service is operated by Finnair and LOT Polish Airlines. This is a seasonal service, active in April and June. An early departure like this can help you make the most of your time at your destination. To compare early flights on Expedia, select the "Early Morning" and "Morning" filters in your search.
What day of the week has the most flights from Helsinki (HEL-Vantaa) to Budapest (BUD-Ferenc Liszt Intl.)?
You'll typically find the most flights from Helsinki (HEL-Vantaa) to Budapest (BUD-Ferenc Liszt Intl.) on a Sunday, with around 44 flights available. This gives you a good selection for your travel plans. Major airlines on this route include Finnair, Lufthansa, and SAS. Flight schedules are fairly consistent throughout the week, with only a slight variation in the number of flights between weekdays and weekends.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Helsinki (HEL-Vantaa) to Budapest (BUD-Ferenc Liszt Intl.)?
The most popular departure times for flights from Helsinki (HEL-Vantaa) (HEL) to Budapest (BUD-Ferenc Liszt Intl.) (BUD) are in the early morning, from 6am to 9am. This accounts for around 27% of total traffic. Heaps of major carriers, including Lufthansa and Austrian Airlines, offer flights during this window. Many travellers prefer this because it allows for an early start to your day upon arrival in Budapest.
Can you fly business or first class from Helsinki (HEL-Vantaa) to Budapest (BUD-Ferenc Liszt Intl.)?
You can fly business class between HEL and BUD. Airlines that offer business class service on this route include: - Lufthansa - KLM - Air Baltic - Finnair - British Airways - Vueling - Austrian Airlines - Turkish Airlines - Scandinavian Airlines - LOT Polish Airlines - Swiss International Air Lines - Luxair - Air France - Aegean Airlines - Brussels Airlines - TAP Portugal - Eurowings - CityJet First class cabins are not available on this route.

Travel information

Origin airport
Vantaa
Destination airport
Ferenc Liszt Intl.
Airlines serving
Austrian Airlines, Finnair, KLM, LOT-Polish Airlines, Lufthansa, Scandinavian Airlines, Turkish Airlines
Return price
AU$320
Distance
1471 km
Average flight time
1 hour 20 mins

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