Cheap Flights from Krakow (KRK) to Budapest (BUD)

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Route information

Local currency and cost comparison

Train Local, one-way ticket
20% Trains in Budapest are 20% cheaper than in Krakow.
Krakow $1.46
Budapest $1.17
Meal Mid-priced restaurant
6% The average meal is 6% more expensive in Budapest than in Krakow.
Krakow $9.75
Budapest $10.38
Exchange rate
1 USD = 385.55 HUF
1 HUF = 0.01 USD
Last checked on 21 November 2024
Distance: 181 miles
Krakow airports
Balice (KRK) How far from city center: 10 miles
Budapest airports
Ferihegy (BUD) How far from city center: 11 miles

Going to and from the airports

Flights from Krakow

Krakow, the second largest city in Poland, near the border of Czech Republic boasts authentic medieval origins. The city features necessary infrastructure and modern amenities that make it a place to live and flourish. Krakow is divided into two main sections: The Old Town and Kazimierz.

The John Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice services the city, handling domestic and international flights. There are usually daily flights from Krakow to Budapest with at least one stop via major cities such as Warsaw, Vienna, Berlin, Zurich or Frankfurt. There are major airlines present in Krakow airport with some of them offering cheap flight plans.

Travelling to Krakow airport

For early morning flights, getting a private taxi may be more appropriate to avoid a frantic dash for the boarding gate. The airport is only about a 15-minute drive from the city center so you should be able to arrive in good time.

There are also shuttle trains that connect the Krakow Glowny central station to the airport. They run every 30 minutes and the earliest trains to the Krakow Airport leaves around 4am and the latest one around 11pm. Municipal buses also run from downtown Krakow to the airport and connect the central bus depot with Krakow Airport.

Reaching Budapest

Arriving in Budapest, you will be immersed in the serene beauty of the city. You can discover the beautiful panoramic view from the top of the Gellert Hill or take a cruise on the Danube River. By going on a local tour, you will experience the real Budapest while mingling with local people.

A visit to Budapest will be incomplete without trying one of the vast range of Hungarian spicy cuisines and sample the best Hungarian wines. For the art and culture buff, Budapest will thrill you with its many art museums and galleries. There is also the opportunity to explore neighboring towns and cities for a fuller Hungarian experience.

Getting to the city center

Flights from Krakow arrive at Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport. Presently, the airport has modern terminals, which features high-tech facilities and infrastructures. Taking a taxi is the fastest way to reach the city's center and they can be found at the arrival area of terminal 2.

There are also buses which connect the terminal to the metro line at Kobanya-Kispest which can be used to reach the city center. The full journey via public transport to the city center takes around 45 minutes. However, if you prefer a direct trip from the airport, the miniBUD bus service - available by reservation - can take you directly to your destination from terminal 2.

Frequently asked questions about flights from Krakow to Budapest

What are the benefits of booking flexible flight tickets?
Using the flexible flight ticket, you're guaranteed a refund or a rebooking option (without fees) in case of flight cancellations when travelling to Hungary. At eDreams have you covered!
For flights from Krakow to Budapest, how can I find the cheapest price?
The cheapest price for a flight from Krakow to Budapest is $81. At eDreams we use different machine learned based methodologies to find our costumers the best option available, considering airline combinations, stopovers and direct flights as well as different criteria for inbound and outbound journeys.
Is Budapest more expensive than Krakow to visit?
Looking at cab fares, a ride in Budapest costs about $ 2.85 USD, 30% more expensive than Krakow, with a fare of $ 2.19 USD, while train tickets cost 20% less at Budapest: $ 1.17 USD versus $ 1.46 USD at Krakow. If you compare the price of a lunch meal, however, you can find it from 10.38 USD in Budapest, 6% more than the 9.75 USD in Krakow. The price of the coffee is around 33% cheaper in Budapest, with an average of 2.33 USD, while in Krakow the coffee costs 3.49 USD.
When booking, when is the best time to get the best prices for flights from Krakow to Budapest?
The most popular months to book a trip from Krakow to Budapest are December, February and July, based on the searches of our customers.
When is the best time to travel from Krakow to Budapest?
The best time of the year to visit Budapest depends on lots of personal preferences, especially the price. Regarding popularity, May is the best month to fly to Budapest from Krakow in terms of searches from our customers, followed by April and June. If you prefer to avoid the busy season and get away from the crowds January, February and November are the months with fewer searches for Krakow - Budapest.
How long does the flight from Krakow to Budapest take?
Flight length from Krakow to Budapest is around 01:33 hours on average, at an average distance of 587 km, for flights for the route (which may have 1 or more stops in other cities in between).
How is the weather in Budapest compared to Krakow?
While in Krakow the temperatures can reach an average of 32.53 ºC in summer, with precipitation levels up to 6.0 mm ,Budapest's temperatures can go up to 33.95 ºC during the hot season, with 6.0 mm average of rain rate . In winter, however, weather indicators show around -9.36 ºC in Budapest, compared to the -12.1 ºC average degrees reported in Krakow. During the winter period, Krakow can register 0.9 mm precipitation, while Budapest have an average of 3.0 mm rain level.
Which airports have flights between Krakow and Budapest?
The main route from Krakow to Budapest is: Balice (KRK) to Ferihegy (BUD). The following airlines fly this route: Lot Polish Airlines.
The airlines that fly indirectly from Krakow to Budapest are:
Eurowings, stopping at Dusseldorf during at least 100 minutes.
  • Lot Polish Airlines, with 65 minutes of layover in Warsaw.
Flying Time 1 h and 33 m When flying from Krakow to Budapest, this can take around 1 h and 33 m in flying time, however this flight duration can vary due to other factors
Cheapest flight $81 The best price for flights from Krakow to Budapest offered by eDreams, which have been found by our customers in the last 3 days
Departure Airport Balice Balice is where you'll take off when flying from Krakow to Budapest
Arrival Airport Ferihegy You'll land at Ferihegy when flying from Krakow to Budapest

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