Barcelona to Budapest (BCN–BUD) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
BCN–BUD is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Wizz Air and Ryanair lead the route. The flight covers 946 miles in approximately 2h 40m. Beyond nonstop, 90 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W6 Wizz Air | 14 | 32Q | 2h45 | – | – | – |
| FR Ryanair | 13 | 73H, 7M8 | 2h40 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Travel Essentials
BCN: CET · BUD: CET
When it's 6:00 PM in Barcelona, it's 6:00 PM in Budapest.
Spanish passport holders enter Hungary with no restrictions. Both countries are EU and Schengen members, so flights between them have no passport checks. A valid Spanish national ID card or passport is your only requirement. No visa, no registration for stays under 90 days.
If you stay longer than 90 days, register at the local district immigration office (regionalis igazgatosag) for an EU registration certificate (regisztracios igazolas). The certificate is free and takes about 2 weeks to process. Bring your passport or ID, proof of address in Hungary, and evidence of employment or funds. EU citizens can work in Hungary without a work permit. Hungary uses the forint (HUF), not the euro.
Aerobus express coaches run every 5 minutes from Plaça de Catalunya to both T1 and T2 (35 min, €6.75 one-way / €11.60 return). Departures from 5:00am to 1:00am.
RENFE R2 Nord train connects Passeig de Gràcia and Sants station to the airport (20 min from Sants, €4.60). Taxis from the city centre are metered and typically cost €25–35. Ride-shares (Uber, Cabify) are available and cost similarly.
BCN–BUD Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from BCN to BUD
Josep Tarradellas Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) and Budapest Liszt Ferenc International Airport (BUD) are connected by nonstop service from Ryanair and Wizz Air. With 27 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
BCN to BUD Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from BCN to BUD ranges from 2 hours 40 minutes to 2 hours 45 minutes. The route covers a distance of 946 miles (1,522 km). There are approximately 27 weekly flights outbound and 27 return, totaling 54 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
90 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 5 hours via WRO. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.