Budapest to Copenhagen (BUD–CPH) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
BUD–CPH is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Ryanair and Wizz Air lead the route. The flight covers 632 miles in approximately 2h. Beyond nonstop, 73 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FR Ryanair | 7 | 73H | 2h | – | – | – |
| W6 Wizz Air | 7 | 32Q | 2h | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Travel Essentials
BUD: CET · CPH: CET
When it's 6:00 PM in Budapest, it's 6:00 PM in Copenhagen.
Hungarian passport holders enter Denmark freely as EU and Schengen citizens. No visa, no fee, no time limit on stays. A valid Hungarian national ID card or passport is sufficient. Both countries are in the Schengen Area, so there are no systematic border checks on intra-Schengen flights.
For stays beyond 3 months, register with the Danish Civil Registration System (CPR) through the International Citizen Service within 5 days of finding accommodation. EU citizens need an EU residence certificate from SIRI (Danish Agency for International Recruitment and Integration), which is free and issued within a few weeks. Bring proof of employment, enrollment, or sufficient resources (roughly DKK 7,000 per month).
Direct flights from Budapest to Copenhagen run about 2 hours 10 minutes on Wizz Air and Ryanair. Denmark uses the Danish krone (DKK), pegged within a narrow band to the euro at about 7.46 DKK per EUR 1. Card payments are accepted virtually everywhere, and many shops do not accept cash. No vaccination requirements. Hungarian driving licenses are valid for short stays; residents must exchange within 180 days.
The Metro M2 runs every 4–6 minutes from the airport station to central Copenhagen (15 min, DKK 36 on Rejsekort). DSB regional trains depart for Copenhagen Central Station (13 min) and continue to Malmö (Sweden) via the Øresund Bridge (35 min total from airport). Taxis from arrivals to the city centre cost DKK 250–350; Uber also operates.Terminal 3 (international) and Terminal 2 (domestic/Schengen) are connected by a covered walkway. Rental car desks are in Terminal 3 arrivals. CPH is also a ferry hub; routes to Oslo (DFDS) and Bornholm depart from Copenhagen's harbour, accessible via city transit.
Temperate maritime climate. Winters (November–February) are cold and frequently overcast at −2 to 5°C with rain, sleet, and occasional snow. Copenhagen is better prepared for winter operations than many European cities, but heavy snowfall still causes delays. Fog is a seasonal disruption risk, particularly October through January.
Summers (June–August) are mild and pleasant at 18–24°C with long daylight hours and generally good flying conditions. Wind from the southwest can be strong year-round. CPH has a crosswind reputation. Spring and autumn are transitional and variable.
BUD–CPH Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from BUD to CPH
Budapest Liszt Ferenc International Airport (BUD) and Copenhagen Kastrup Airport (CPH) are connected by nonstop service from Ryanair and Wizz Air. With 14 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
BUD to CPH Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from BUD to CPH ranges from 2 hours 0 minutes. The route covers a distance of 632 miles (1,018 km). There are approximately 14 weekly flights outbound and 18 return, totaling 32 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
73 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 6 hours via VIE. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.