Paris to Budapest is a popular short-haul city-break route, with non-stop flights taking a little over two hours and a healthy mix of full-service and low-cost airlines. This guide covers who flies the route, what a fair return fare looks like in euros, and how the choice of airport and timing shapes the price.
Route: Paris (CDG / ORY / BVA) → Budapest Ferenc Liszt (BUD)
Distance: approximately 1,250 km (780 miles)
Non-stop flight time: about 2h 05m – 2h 15m
Direct flights: Yes — Air France, Wizz Air, easyJet, Ryanair and Transavia France fly non-stop between Paris and Budapest, with several departures most days. The price gap is stark and turns on the airport: Ryanair from Beauvais was €57–€60 return and carried nine in ten of the cheap fares, while Air France from Charles de Gaulle was €102–€104.
Fares from Paris to Budapest (EUR)
Budapest is a year-round city break, so fares follow the holiday calendar more than the weather: late spring, summer and the Christmas-market season are the busiest and priciest, while midwinter and late autumn are cheapest. With both full-service and low-cost carriers competing, prices stay modest. The figures below are typical economy return fares in euros.
| Month | Demand | What to expect |
|---|---|---|
| January | — | low |
| February | — | low-medium |
| March | — | medium |
| April | — | medium-high (Easter) |
| May | — | high |
| June | — | high |
| July | — | very high (summer) |
| August | — | very high (summer) |
| September | — | high |
| October | — | medium |
| November | — | low |
| December | — | medium-high (Christmas markets) |
Checked against every return fare on sale as we write, this route is cheaper and far more uniform than usually described: the low-cost fares sit at €57–€60 return — not one-way — with a median of €57. There is no bargain to hunt for and little point waiting: nine in ten fares are within €3 of each other. The three-figure prices often quoted are what Air France from Charles de Gaulle costs (€102–€104), with a checked bag and a Paris airport.
Airlines on this route
Every flight is non-stop; the real split is full-service versus low-cost. All the carriers below fly the route directly:
- Air France — the most frequent operator, full-service from Paris CDG with an included cabin bag and easy connections.
- Wizz Air — low-cost from Paris Beauvais (BVA), with Budapest as one of its main bases, so frequency is good.
- easyJet — low-cost flights, chiefly from Paris CDG and Orly.
- Ryanair — low-cost from Paris Beauvais (BVA), often the lowest headline fare but from a more distant airport.
- Transavia France — low-cost from Paris Orly on selected days, adding extra choice in peak season.
With this much competition, the cheapest ticket usually comes down to your dates, your departure airport and how much baggage you carry — compare the all-in price rather than the headline fare.
When to book & how to save
- Book 3–8 weeks ahead for the best short-haul fares; last-minute prices can rise sharply, especially in summer and around the Christmas markets.
- Travel midweek and outside the summer peak (November, January, early March) for the lowest prices.
- Mind which Paris airport you leave from: CDG and Orly are close to the city, but Beauvais (BVA) is about 85 km north — add the coach time and cost when comparing a cheap Wizz or Ryanair fare.
- Watch the baggage: low-cost headline fares include only a small under-seat bag; add a cabin or checked bag and the full-service price can end up similar.
- Be flexible by a day or two — with several daily flights, shifting your outbound or return can noticeably cut the fare.
Arriving in Budapest
All flights land at Budapest Ferenc Liszt International (BUD), about 16 km southeast of the centre. There is no direct train, so the usual options are the 100E Airport Express bus straight to Deák Ferenc tér in the city centre (about 40 minutes, roughly €5, a dedicated ticket needed), or a fixed-price official airport taxi at around €25–€35. Regular city bus 200E plus the M3 metro is the cheapest route if you don’t mind a change. Hungary uses the forint (HUF), so carry some local cash or a card for the fare.
Frequently asked questions
Are there direct flights from Paris to Budapest?
Yes. Air France, Wizz Air, easyJet, Ryanair and Transavia France all fly non-stop between Paris and Budapest, with several departures most days. Air France runs the most frequent service, so you’ll usually find a direct flight to match your plans — at €102–€104 in our sample, against €57–€60 for Ryanair out of Beauvais.
How long is the flight from Paris to Budapest?
The non-stop flight takes about 2 hours 5 minutes to 2 hours 15 minutes. With airport time at both ends, allow around three and a half hours door-to-gate, a little more if you’re flying from Beauvais rather than CDG or Orly.
How much does it cost to fly from Paris to Budapest?
A typical low-cost economy return runs about €57–€58, with the Ryanair fares spanning €57–€60. Air France was €102–€104, and nothing at all sits in between. July, August and the Christmas-market weeks price above both.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Paris to Budapest?
November, January and early March are usually the cheapest. In the dates we could price, returns started at €57. Avoid July and August and the December Christmas-market period, which are the busiest and most expensive times to visit.
Which airlines fly from Paris to Budapest?
Ryanair from Beauvais held nine in ten of the cheapest fares in our data, at €57–€60, and Air France from Charles de Gaulle was the only other carrier to appear, at €102–€104 — the full-service option, with a checked bag and a Paris airport. Wizz Air, easyJet and Transavia France also fly the route non-stop but did not appear among the cheapest when we checked. The cheapest ticket depends less on your dates here than on which airport you are willing to use.
Which airport do I fly into in Budapest?
You arrive at Budapest Ferenc Liszt International (BUD), the city’s only commercial airport, about 16 km southeast of the centre. There’s no confusion over terminals or alternative gateways here, though a fixed-price official taxi or the 100E express bus is the simplest way into town.
How far in advance should I book Paris to Budapest flights?
Aim to book 3 to 8 weeks ahead for the best balance of price and choice. Short-haul fares on this route tend to climb in the final fortnight, especially over summer and the Christmas-market season, so booking a little early usually pays off.
Is it cheaper to fly on weekdays?
Usually, yes — midweek departures (Tuesday to Thursday) tend to be cheaper than Friday to Sunday, when city-break demand pushes fares up. Flying out and back midweek can save €20–€50 on a return.
Do the airlines include baggage on Paris to Budapest flights?
It depends on the fare. Low-cost headline prices on Wizz Air, easyJet, Ryanair and Transavia usually include only a small under-seat bag; a larger cabin bag or checked luggage costs extra. Air France includes a full cabin bag as standard. Always compare the all-in price with the baggage you actually need.
Fare guidance based on aifly.one deal tracking and current airline schedules; last reviewed July 2026. Indicative economy returns — always check the live fare before booking.
