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Flight deals from Helsinki Vantaa to Budapest

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Budapest Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from RM737. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Budapest.RM214 per passenger.Departing Tue, 11 Aug.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Helsinki Vantaa on Tue, 11 Aug, arriving in Budapest.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM214, select.

Budapest.RM252 per passenger.Departing Fri, 24 Jul.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Helsinki Vantaa on Fri, 24 Jul, arriving in Budapest.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM252, select.

Budapest.RM306 per passenger.Departing Sun, 25 Oct.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Helsinki Vantaa on Sun, 25 Oct, arriving in Budapest.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM306, select.

Budapest.RM307 per passenger.Departing Sun, 1 Nov.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Helsinki Vantaa on Sun, 1 Nov, arriving in Budapest.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM307, select.

Budapest.RM315 per passenger.Departing Fri, 8 Jan.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Helsinki Vantaa on Fri, 8 Jan, arriving in Budapest.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM315, select.

Budapest.RM335 per passenger.Departing Mon, 8 Mar.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Helsinki Vantaa on Mon, 8 Mar, arriving in Budapest.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM335, select.

Budapest.RM337 per passenger.Departing Tue, 29 Sep.One-way flight with Finnair.Outbound indirect flight with Finnair, departs from Helsinki Vantaa on Tue, 29 Sep, arriving in Budapest.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM337, select.

Budapest.RM346 per passenger.Departing Wed, 23 Sep.One-way flight with Finnair.Outbound direct flight with Finnair departs from Helsinki Vantaa on Wed, 23 Sep, arriving in Budapest.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM346, select.

Budapest.RM347 per passenger.Departing Sat, 15 Aug.One-way flight with Finnair.Outbound direct flight with Finnair departs from Helsinki Vantaa on Sat, 15 Aug, arriving in Budapest.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM347, select.

Budapest.RM348 per passenger.Departing Fri, 2 Oct.One-way flight with Finnair.Outbound direct flight with Finnair departs from Helsinki Vantaa on Fri, 2 Oct, arriving in Budapest.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM348, select.

Budapest.RM368 per passenger.Departing Wed, 14 Apr.One-way flight with Norwegian Air Sweden.Outbound indirect flight with Norwegian Air Sweden, departs from Helsinki Vantaa on Wed, 14 Apr, arriving in Budapest.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM368, select.

Budapest.RM376 per passenger.Departing Mon, 10 May.One-way flight with Finnair.Outbound indirect flight with Finnair, departs from Helsinki Vantaa on Mon, 10 May, arriving in Budapest.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM376, select.

Budapest.RM376 per passenger.Departing Fri, 29 Jan.One-way flight with Finnair.Outbound direct flight with Finnair departs from Helsinki Vantaa on Fri, 29 Jan, arriving in Budapest.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM376, select.

Budapest.RM377 per passenger.Departing Sat, 1 May.One-way flight with Finnair.Outbound direct flight with Finnair departs from Helsinki Vantaa on Sat, 1 May, arriving in Budapest.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM377, select.

Budapest.RM380 per passenger.Departing Thu, 3 Dec.One-way flight with airBaltic.Outbound indirect flight with airBaltic, departs from Helsinki Vantaa on Thu, 3 Dec, arriving in Budapest.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM380, select.

Budapest.RM384 per passenger.Departing Thu, 3 Dec.One-way flight with Finnair.Outbound direct flight with Finnair departs from Helsinki Vantaa on Thu, 3 Dec, arriving in Budapest.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM384, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Helsinki Vantaa to Budapest

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

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Helsinki to Budapest: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found	RM214
Cheapest month to fly	August
Average flight time	2 hrs, 20 mins
Most popular airline	Japan Airlines
Average flights per week	55

Finding cheap flights from Helsinki Vantaa to Budapest: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Helsinki Vantaa to Budapest?

The best price we found for a return flight from Helsinki Vantaa to Budapest is RM553. 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.

How long does it take to fly from Helsinki Vantaa to Budapest?

2 hours and 20 minutes is the average flight time from Helsinki Vantaa to Budapest.

Which airlines fly direct from Helsinki Vantaa to Budapest?

Japan Airlines, Finnair and Jettime fly direct from Helsinki Vantaa to Budapest.

How many flights are there a week from Helsinki Vantaa to Budapest?

As of June 2026, there are 55 flights per week flying from Helsinki Vantaa to Budapest.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Helsinki Vantaa to Budapest?

The cheapest month to fly from Helsinki Vantaa to Budapest is usually August.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Budapest Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Budapest Airport on Wednesday, 5 August 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Budapest Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 20 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Budapest?

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.

When is the best time to book flights to Budapest?

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.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Budapest with?

Currently, Ryanair and Finnair offer the cheapest flight tickets to Budapest.

Travelling from Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL) to Budapest Airport (BUD): what you need to know

The average length of a direct flight from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Budapest Airport is 2 hours 20 minutes.
Budapest's timezone is UTC+1, which makes Budapest one hour behind Helsinki.
You can choose from 11 weekly Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Budapest Airport flights. The 09:25 departure with Finnair is the earliest flight available. Finnair operates the latest service of the day at 17:05.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Be at the airport on time to board your HEL to BUD flight.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months like September. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Flying into Budapest (and then exploring more of Hungary!) is a snap with Finnair. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Budapest Airport.
Finnair is the airline most travellers choose for this route.
Finnair is the most punctual carrier offering HEL to BUD flights. An exceptional 95.45% of its services on this route arrive without delay.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Budapest Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers between HEL and BUD include:
- Copenhagen Airport
- Stockholm Arlanda Airport
- Berlin Brandenburg Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL) to Budapest Airport (BUD)

The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Budapest Airport flight is RM214. A round-trip fare right now is RM553. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Book five months before you want to fly. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from HEL to BUD.
October is the cheapest month for flights from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Budapest Airport. If you're looking to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares across every month.
Getting your hands on cheap flights from HEL to BUD is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as fares go down.
Tailor your flights with filters. Select your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Budapest Airport.

Handy information about Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL)

Helsinki Vantaa Airport has a strong on-time record, so flight disruptions are less likely. Departures from HEL arrive on schedule 84% of the time.
Helsinki Vantaa Airport is about 18 kilometres from central Helsinki. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The journey on public transport takes roughly 30 minutes.
Get your trip off to a hassle-free start by staying near HEL. Whether you have an early flight from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Budapest Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are the answer:

Arriving at Budapest Airport (BUD)

If you're arriving on a late Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Budapest Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these accommodation options near BUD:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Budapest Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Klass Wagen, Dryyve or Green Motion and explore beyond Budapest's main sights.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Budapest Airport about four weeks ahead.

Getting from Budapest Airport (BUD) to central Budapest

Budapest Airport to the centre of Budapest has a drive time of around 25 minutes. It's approximately 16 kilometres away.
It takes roughly 40 minutes to get there using public transport.

When to fly to Budapest Airport (BUD)

The quietest month for a flight from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Budapest Airport is March, while June is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to Budapest based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Lock in your flight from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Budapest Airport for August if you want to explore Budapest during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 15ºC (59ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from HEL to BUD in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -8ºC (18ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF) on average.

Explore more of Hungary

Budapest has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Hungary waiting to be explored. About 193 kilometres east of Budapest, a visit to Debrecen will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading 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 experiencing Miskolctapolca Cave Bath, Bukk National Park and Diósgyőr: Történelmi Emlékhely.