Travelling from Budapest Airport (BUD) to Barcelona Airport (BCN): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Budapest Airport to Barcelona Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours 40 minutes.
Budapest and Barcelona are in the same timezone, UTC+1.
Take your pick of 26 weekly Budapest Airport to Barcelona Airport flights. The 05:45 departure with Ryanair is the earliest flight you can take. Ryanair operates the last service of the day at 22:30.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your BUD to BCN flight.
Travelling during a peak time like June? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Getting to Barcelona (and then discovering more of Spain!) is a cinch with Wizz Air. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Budapest Airport to Barcelona Airport.
The airline that tops the list for bookings on this route is Wizz Air.
Wizz Air is a leader in on-time performance for BUD to BCN flights, with 83.9% of services reaching their destination on schedule.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Budapest Airport to Barcelona Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Stopovers between BUD and BCN include:
Munich Airport
Zurich Airport
Vienna Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Budapest Airport (BUD) to Barcelona Airport (BCN)
$55 is currently the best price for a one-way Budapest Airport to Barcelona Airport flight. A return flight starts from $108. These fares can change depending on availability.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from BUD to BCN if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some terrific early bird discounts.
Organise your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Budapest Airport to Barcelona Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfare across each month.
Picking up cheap flights from BUD to BCN is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as fares go down.
Tailor your flights using filters. Pick your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Budapest Airport to Barcelona Airport.
Handy information about Budapest Airport (BUD)
81% of flights leaving Budapest Airport arrive at their destination according to schedule. With its strong on-time performance, disruptions are unlikely when flying out of BUD.
Budapest Airport is about 16 kilometres from central Budapest. 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.
You can expect a trip time of about 40 minutes on public transport.
Get your holiday off to a relaxed start by staying near BUD. Whether you have an early flight from Budapest Airport to Barcelona Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Barcelona Airport (BCN)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Budapest Airport to Barcelona Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near BCN instead:
Grab a Barcelona Airport rental car and explore Barcelona and beyond with your own set of wheels. Record Go, Goldcar and Nizacars Rent A Car are top providers to choose from here.
Booking your vehicle from Barcelona Airport around four weeks in advance can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Barcelona Airport (BCN) to central Barcelona
Barcelona Airport to the centre of Barcelona has a drive time of around 25 minutes. It's approximately 13 kilometres away.
It takes around 30 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Barcelona Airport (BCN)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Budapest Airport to Barcelona Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Barcelona. If you'd like a more laid-back vibe, go in March.
Before locking in your flight from Budapest Airport to Barcelona Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Barcelona, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC (68ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 5ºC (41ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF). Look for cheap tickets from BUD to BCN around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Spain
You've done Barcelona, now it's time to explore other corners of Spain. Travel about 257 kilometres west to Zaragoza to check off its leading attractions. From Plaza del Pilar to La Seo del Salvador and Basílica de Nuestra Senora del Pilar, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Logroño is another sought-after destination in Spain and is around 402 kilometres west of Barcelona. No trip is complete without experiencing Bodegas Faustino, Bodegas Campo Viejo and Bodegas Valoria.