London to Budapest (LGW–BUD) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
LGW–BUD is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. easyJet and Wizz Air lead the route. The flight covers 910 miles in approximately 2h 30m. Beyond nonstop, 82 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| U2 easyJet | 7 | 319 | 2h30 | – | – | – |
| W6 Wizz Air | 7 | 32Q | 2h32 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Budapest from London
| Metric | LGW→BUD | LHR→BUD | LTN→BUD |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from LGW | – | 25 mi | 51 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 4 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 14 | 64 | 21 |
| Flight time | 2h 30m | 2h 25m | 2h 35m |
Travel Essentials
LGW: BST · BUD: CEST
When it's 6:00 PM in London, it's 7:00 PM in Budapest.
British passport holders enter Hungary visa-free for up to 90 days in any 180-day rolling period under Schengen rules. No fee, no advance application. Passport must be valid for at least 3 months beyond the planned departure date with at least two blank pages. UK passports are stamped on entry and exit since Brexit.
No supporting documents are mandatory, but border officers can ask for proof of accommodation, onward travel, and sufficient funds. The 90-day limit is shared across all 29 Schengen countries. ETIAS pre-travel authorization (EUR 7, valid 3 years) is expected to become mandatory in late 2026. Hungary enforces the Schengen 90/180 rule strictly, and overstays result in fines and potential entry bans.
Direct flights from London to Budapest run about 2 hours 30 minutes on Ryanair (Stansted, Luton), Wizz Air (Luton, Gatwick), and British Airways (Heathrow). Hungary uses the Hungarian forint (HUF), trading at roughly 400 HUF per EUR 1. Avoid airport exchange bureaux, which charge 5 to 10% commissions. No vaccination requirements. Budapest public transport runs on a zone-based ticket system, and inspectors fine ticketless passengers HUF 16,000 (about EUR 40) on the spot.
The Gatwick Express runs non-stop from London Victoria to the South Terminal in 30 minutes, with trains every 15 minutes (from £21.50 one-way; advance fares cheaper online). Thameslink trains from London Bridge, Blackfriars, City Thameslink, and Farringdon are slower (35–45 min) but significantly cheaper; often £10–13 on Oyster or contactless. Southern trains also serve the route.National coaches (National Express, Megabus) connect Gatwick to Victoria Coach Station for £6–15. Taxis from central London cost £70–100+ depending on traffic. Driving via M23 and A23 takes 35–60 minutes; multi-storey car parks are directly connected to both terminals by a 2-minute monorail shuttle.
LGW–BUD Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from LGW to BUD
London Gatwick Airport (LGW) and Budapest Liszt Ferenc International Airport (BUD) are connected by nonstop service from easyJet and Wizz Air. With 14 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
LGW to BUD Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from LGW to BUD ranges from 2 hours 30 minutes to 2 hours 32 minutes. The route covers a distance of 910 miles (1,465 km). There are approximately 14 weekly flights outbound and 15 return, totaling 29 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
82 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 5 hours via WRO. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include London (LHR), Luton, Luton (LTN) and London, Essex (STN).