Cheap Flights from Budapest (BUD) to Krakow (KRK)

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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Budapest Airport to Krakow Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $54. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Budapest to Krakow

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

Direct flights from Budapest to Krakow

Budapest to Krakow: Alternative routes

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

Budapest to Krakow: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$54
Cheapest month to flyJuly
Average flight time1 hr, 15 mins
Most popular airlineBuzz
Average flights per week12

Finding cheap flights from Budapest to Krakow: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Budapest to Krakow is $54. 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.
1 hour and 15 minutes is the average flight time from Budapest to Krakow.
Buzz, Ryanair and Wizz Air fly direct from Budapest to Krakow.
As of June 2026, there are 12 flights per week flying from Budapest to Krakow.
The cheapest month to fly from Budapest to Krakow is usually July.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Budapest Airport to Krakow Airport on Thursday, 23 July 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 15 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 Krakow 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 Krakow is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Ryanair offers the cheapest flight tickets to Krakow.

Flying from Budapest Airport (BUD) to Krakow Airport (KRK): what you need to know

  • Book a direct flight from Budapest Airport to Krakow Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 15 minutes.

  • Krakow's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Budapest.

  • Your BUD to KRK flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.

  • Travelling during a peak month such as June? School holidays and other high seasons can result in longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.

  • Ryanair is your gateway to exploring Krakow (and perhaps some other great corners of Poland!). Browse the direct flights from Budapest Airport to Krakow Airport offered by this popular airline.

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

  • We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Budapest Airport to Krakow Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Worthwhile stopovers between BUD and KRK include:

    • Munich Airport

    • Vienna Airport

    • Warsaw Chopin Airport

Handy information about Budapest Airport (BUD)

  • Budapest Airport has an excellent on-time record, making delays less likely. Departures from BUD touch down on schedule 81% of the time.

  • To get to Budapest Airport from central Budapest, it takes about 25 minutes by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 16 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • Taking public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 40 minutes.

  • Need a handy hotel near BUD? If you're catching an early flight from Budapest Airport to Krakow Airport, these stays will have you moments from your check-in counter:

Arriving at Krakow Airport (KRK)

  • If you're arriving on a late Budapest Airport to Krakow Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these options near KRK:

  • Hit the road running by picking up a Krakow Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Flex To Go, Wheego or kaizen rent and explore beyond Krakow's main sights.

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

Getting from Krakow Airport (KRK) to central Krakow

  • Krakow Airport to central Krakow has a drive time of around 25 minutes. It's approximately 11 kilometres away.

  • Travelling by public transport will take you roughly 20 minutes.

When to fly to Krakow Airport (KRK)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Budapest Airport to Krakow Airport is March, while September is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Krakow based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.

  • Book your flight from Budapest Airport to Krakow Airport for August if you'd like to explore Krakow during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF).

  • Search for cheap tickets from BUD to KRK in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -9ºC (16ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF) on average.

Explore more of Poland

  • Warsaw is just one of the many places in Poland waiting to be explored once you've seen Krakow. Around 257 kilometres away to the north, check out popular attractions including The Royal Castle in Warsaw, Warsaw Uprising Monument and Museum of Modern Art.

  • Lodz is another standout destination in Poland and is around 193 kilometres north of Krakow. No trip is complete without visiting Mural Atlas, Łódź Mural and Great Synagogue Memorial.

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