Budapest to Copenhagen (BUD–CPH) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
BUD–CPH is served by 4 airlines with nonstop service. SAS, Ryanair and Wizz Air lead the route. The flight covers 632 miles in approximately 1h 58m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SK SAS | 14 | 319, CR9 | 1h55 | – | Star Alliance | – |
| FR Ryanair | 10 | 73H, 7M8 | 2h | – | – | – |
| W6 Wizz Air | 7 | 32Q | 2h | – | – | – |
| D8 Norwegian Air International Ltd. | 6 | 7M8 | 1h50 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Travel Essentials
BUD: CEST · CPH: CEST
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 SAS, Ryanair, Wizz Air and Norwegian Air International Ltd.. With 37 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
BUD to CPH Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from BUD to CPH is about 1 hours 58 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 632 miles (1,018 km). There are approximately 37 weekly flights outbound and 35 return, totaling 72 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Hamburg Helmut Schmidt, Warsaw Chopin and Stuttgart. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.