Jeddah to Budapest (JED–BUD) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
JED–BUD is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Wizz Air leads the route. The flight covers 2,095 miles in approximately 5h 25m. Beyond nonstop, 34 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W6 Wizz Air | 3 | 32Q | 5h25 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Travel Essentials
JED: +03 · BUD: CET
When it's 6:00 PM in Jeddah, it's 4:00 PM in Budapest.
Saudi passport holders need a Schengen visa to enter Hungary. Apply at the Hungarian Embassy in Riyadh through the VFS Global visa application center. A short-stay (Type C) visa costs EUR 80 (about SAR 320) for adults and covers up to 90 days within any 180-day period across the Schengen area. Submit the application 15 to 45 days before travel. Processing takes 10 to 15 calendar days.
Required documents: passport valid for at least 3 months beyond departure from the Schengen area with two blank pages, completed application form, two biometric photos, travel medical insurance covering EUR 30,000, flight reservation, hotel booking, bank statements for the last 3 months, and an employment or business letter. A valid multi-entry Schengen visa from another country also works for entering Hungary.
Direct flights from Riyadh to Budapest run about 5 hours on Wizz Air and seasonally on Saudia. Jeddah connections route through Istanbul, Vienna, or Frankfurt. Hungary uses the Hungarian forint (HUF), trading at roughly 100 HUF per SAR 1. Card payments work at most businesses in Budapest, but carry cash for thermal baths, market vendors, and smaller shops. No mandatory vaccinations. Budapest's BKK transit pass covers metro, trams, and buses at HUF 530 per single ticket (about SAR 5.30) or HUF 4,150 for a 24-hour pass. The city sits on thermal springs, and the Szechenyi Baths (HUF 7,500 entry, about SAR 75) and Gellert Baths are top draws. A meal at a mid-range restaurant costs HUF 4,000 to HUF 8,000 (SAR 40 to SAR 80), making Budapest one of Europe's better-value capitals.
The Haramain High Speed Railway connects JED Airport Station to Jeddah city (King Abdullah Station) in about 15 minutes (SAR 20–25). The same line runs to Mecca and Medina, making it useful for Hajj and Umrah travelers.Taxis from central Jeddah cost SAR 60–100 and take 25–45 minutes. Uber and Careem operate widely and typically run SAR 40–80. Driving yourself is straightforward; the airport is well signed from King Abdulaziz Road and the Ring Road.
JED–BUD Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from JED to BUD
King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) and Budapest Liszt Ferenc International Airport (BUD) are connected by nonstop service from Wizz Air. With 3 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
JED to BUD Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from JED to BUD ranges from 5 hours 25 minutes. The route covers a distance of 2,095 miles (3,372 km). There are approximately 3 weekly flights outbound and 3 return, totaling 6 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
34 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 7 hours via SOF. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.