London to Budapest (LHR–BUD) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
LHR–BUD is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. British Airways leads the route. The flight covers 926 miles in approximately 2h 27m. Beyond nonstop, 84 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BA British Airways Also: B6, IB, JL | 30 | 319, 320 | 2h27-2h40 | – | Oneworld | B6, IB, JL |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Budapest from London
| Metric | LHR→BUD | LGW→BUD | LTN→BUD |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from LHR | – | 25 mi | 28 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 2 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 64 | 14 | 21 |
| Flight time | 2h 27m | 2h 25m | 2h 35m |
Travel Essentials
LHR: 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.
Heathrow Express runs from London Paddington to T5 and T2/T3 in 15–21 minutes (£37 single, cheaper booked online or via the Heathrow app). Elizabeth line (Crossrail) is a lower-cost alternative; Paddington to T5 in 34 minutes from £13.50 with an Oyster/contactless cap of £14.90. The Elizabeth line also serves central London stations including Bond Street, Farringdon, and Liverpool Street.London Underground Piccadilly line serves all terminals (T2/T3/T4/T5) from central London in 40–60 minutes (£6 with Oyster). Taxis (black cabs) from central London cost £55–90 depending on traffic. Coach services from Victoria Coach Station (National Express) cost from £10 booked in advance.
LHR–BUD Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from LHR to BUD
London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and Budapest Liszt Ferenc International Airport (BUD) are connected by nonstop service from British Airways. With 64 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
LHR to BUD Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from LHR to BUD ranges from 2 hours 27 minutes to 2 hours 40 minutes. The route covers a distance of 926 miles (1,489 km). There are approximately 64 weekly flights outbound and 57 return, totaling 121 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
84 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 4 hours via CGN. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include London (LGW), Luton, Luton (LTN) and London, Essex (STN).