Budapest to Dublin (BUD–DUB) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
BUD–DUB is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Ryanair and Aer Lingus lead the route. The flight covers 1,190 miles in approximately 3h 10m. Beyond nonstop, 99 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FR Ryanair | 8 | 7M8 | 3h10 | – | – | – |
| EI Aer Lingus | 6 | 320 | 3h20 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Dublin from Budapest
| Metric | BUD→DUB | BTS→DUB | KSC→DUB |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from BUD | – | 108 mi | 125 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 14 | 5 | 2 |
| Flight time | 3h 10m | 2h 55m | 3h 10m |
Travel Essentials
BUD: CEST · DUB: IST
When it's 6:00 PM in Budapest, it's 5:00 PM in Dublin.
Hungarian passport holders enter Ireland freely as EU citizens. No visa, no fee, no time limit on stays. A valid Hungarian national ID card or passport is sufficient. Ireland is not in the Schengen Area, so there is passport/ID control on arrival from Hungary, but EU citizens pass through quickly.
For stays beyond 3 months, no formal registration is required for EU citizens in Ireland. To work, you just need a PPS number (Personal Public Service number), obtained at the local Intreo centre with proof of identity and proof of address. Opening a bank account requires proof of address (utility bill or employer letter) and photo ID. Healthcare access through the public system requires establishing ordinary residence (living in Ireland for at least 1 year or intending to).
Direct flights from Budapest to Dublin run about 3 hours on Ryanair and Aer Lingus. Ireland uses the euro. No vaccination requirements. Driving is on the left side of the road. Hungarian driving licenses are valid, but getting Irish insurance as a new resident can be expensive (EUR 1,500 to EUR 3,000 per year for first-time policyholders in Ireland). Rain gear is not optional, as Dublin averages 150 rainy days per year.
Airlink 747 coaches depart from outside both terminals every 10–15 minutes to the city centre (€7 one-way). Dublin Bus routes 16 and 41 are cheaper (€3.10 with Leap card) but slower, taking 45–70 minutes. Taxis are metered; expect €25–40 to the city centre depending on traffic and time of day.
Rental car desks are located in both terminal buildings with a large multi-storey car park adjacent. For north-side city destinations, the airport is relatively quick via the Port Tunnel; south-side journeys add considerable time during peak hours.
Temperate oceanic climate with mild, wet weather year-round. Summers (June–August) are cool and frequently overcast, with highs of 17–21°C. Winters are mild (3–9°C) with frequent rain but rarely frost or snow. Fog can affect operations in autumn and winter, particularly early mornings.
Wind is the primary disruption risk. Atlantic storms from October through March can cause ground stops and diverts. Pack a waterproof layer regardless of season; dry, sunny days occur but rarely in long stretches.
BUD–DUB Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from BUD to DUB
Budapest Liszt Ferenc International Airport (BUD) and Dublin Airport (DUB) are connected by nonstop service from Aer Lingus and Ryanair. With 14 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
BUD to DUB Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from BUD to DUB ranges from 3 hours 10 minutes to 3 hours 20 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,190 miles (1,915 km). There are approximately 14 weekly flights outbound and 15 return, totaling 29 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
99 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 5 hours via HHN. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Bratislava (BTS) and Košice (KSC).