Journey information
Overview: Budapest to Prague flight
Flights from Budapest to Prague depart on average 28 times per day, taking around 2h 29m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at €36 but you can travel from only €16 by bus.
There are 1 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 05:45, the last at 22:00. The fastest flight covers the 444 km distance in 1h 15m. September is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 444 km |
Average flight duration 2h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price €36 |
Flights per day 28 |
Direct flights 1 |
Fastest flight 1h 15m |
Cheapest month to travel September |
First flight 05:45 |
Last flight 22:00 |
The cheapest and fastest flights from Budapest to Prague
Cheapest price
€258
Average price
€360
Fastest journey
1 h 15 m
Average duration
2 h 51 m
Flights per day
29
Distance
444 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Budapest to Prague is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Budapest to Prague will cost around €360 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €258.
Of the 29 flights that leave Budapest for Prague onFri, Jan 16, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jan 16 the direct flights cover the 444 km distance in an average of 2 h 51 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 1 h 15 m .
On Fri, Jan 16 the longest flights will take 3 h 40 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
FR 4034
LO534 · LO525
LO536 · LO525
LO536 · LO523
LO538 · LO523
FR 4034
OS640+
OS643
LH1675 · LH1690
LH1339+
LH5654
LH1339+
EN8958Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Budapest to Prague
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Budapest to Prague among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €16. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 29m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €16, and a flight costs an average of €36.
Distance: 444 km
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| Flight | Most popular Train | Bus |
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€206 Average price | €54 Average price | €31 Average price Cheapest |
5h 29m Average total duration Fastest 2h 29m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 8h 5m Average total duration 7h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 55m Average total duration 7h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
1.3 - 2.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Budapest to Prague flight times
The table below shows live departures for Budapest to Prague flights for today, Thursday, January 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
LX2253+ LX1486 | 5:15 AM Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport | 7h40 | 12:55 PM Prague Vaclav Havel Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH1343 · LH100+ LH1690 | 5:20 AM Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport | 6h45 | 12:05 PM Prague Vaclav Havel Airport | 2 transfers | |
OS640+ OS643 | 6:50 AM Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport | 2h35 | 9:25 AM Prague Vaclav Havel Airport | 1 transfer | |
OS640 · OS183+ LH1690 | 6:50 AM Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport | 5h15 | 12:05 PM Prague Vaclav Havel Airport | 2 transfers | |
OS640 · OS135+ LX1486 | 6:50 AM Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport | 6h05 | 12:55 PM Prague Vaclav Havel Airport | 2 transfers | |
LH1683+ LH1690 | 6:55 AM Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport | 5h10 | 12:05 PM Prague Vaclav Havel Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH1683 · LH101 · LH1396 | 6:55 AM Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport | 6h10 | 1:05 PM Prague Vaclav Havel Airport | 2 transfers | |
LO534 · LO521 | 8:45 AM Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport | 7h30 | 4:15 PM Prague Vaclav Havel Airport | 1 transfer | |
LO534 · LO525 | 8:45 AM Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport | 9h05 | 5:50 PM Prague Vaclav Havel Airport | 1 transfer | |
LO534 · LO529 | 8:45 AM Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport | 12h00 | 8:45 PM Prague Vaclav Havel Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH1335+ LH1396 | 9:05 AM Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport | 4h00 | 1:05 PM Prague Vaclav Havel Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH1335+ OS208 · OS645 | 9:05 AM Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport | 5h55 | 3:00 PM Prague Vaclav Havel Airport | 2 transfers | |
LH1335 · LH106 · LH1692 | 9:05 AM Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport | 6h00 | 3:05 PM Prague Vaclav Havel Airport | 2 transfers | |
LH1337+ LH5654 | 11:20 AM Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport | 5h45 | 5:05 PM Prague Vaclav Havel Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH1337+ EN8958 | 11:20 AM Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport | 5h45 | 5:05 PM Prague Vaclav Havel Airport | 1 transfer | |
LO536 · LO521 | 11:55 AM Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport | 4h20 | 4:15 PM Prague Vaclav Havel Airport | 1 transfer | |
LO536 · LO529 | 11:55 AM Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport | 8h50 | 8:45 PM Prague Vaclav Havel Airport | 1 transfer | |
LO536 · LO525 | 11:55 AM Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport | 5h55 | 5:50 PM Prague Vaclav Havel Airport | 1 transfer | |
LO536 · LO523 | 11:55 AM Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport | 19h55 | 7:50 AM Prague Vaclav Havel Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH1677 · LH2370+ LX1488 | 12:20 PM Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport | 5h40 | 6:00 PM Prague Vaclav Havel Airport | 2 transfers | |
LH1677+ LH1694 | 12:20 PM Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport | 9h05 | 9:25 PM Prague Vaclav Havel Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH1339+ EN8958 | 1:25 PM Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport | 3h40 | 5:05 PM Prague Vaclav Havel Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH1339+ LH5654 | 1:25 PM Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport | 3h40 | 5:05 PM Prague Vaclav Havel Airport | 1 transfer | |
QR200 · QR289 | 1:45 PM Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport | 15h35 | 5:20 AM Prague Vaclav Havel Airport | 1 transfer | |
OS634 · OS649 | 1:55 PM Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport | 7h45 | 9:40 PM Prague Vaclav Havel Airport | 1 transfer | |
LX2255+ LX1482 | 1:55 PM Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport | 7h25 | 9:20 PM Prague Vaclav Havel Airport | 1 transfer | |
LX2255 · LX1488 | 1:55 PM Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport | 4h05 | 6:00 PM Prague Vaclav Havel Airport | 1 transfer | |
SN2826 · SN2815 | 4:50 PM Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport | 4h20 | 9:10 PM Prague Vaclav Havel Airport | 1 transfer | |
LO538 · LO523 | 4:50 PM Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport | 15h00 | 7:50 AM Prague Vaclav Havel Airport | 1 transfer | |
LO538 · LO527 | 4:50 PM Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport | 18h20 | 11:10 AM Prague Vaclav Havel Airport | 1 transfer | |
LO538 · LO529 | 4:50 PM Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport | 3h55 | 8:45 PM Prague Vaclav Havel Airport | 1 transfer | |
FR 4034 | 4:55 PM Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport | 1h15 | 6:10 PM Prague Vaclav Havel Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
LO532 · LO527 | 7:20 PM Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport | 15h50 | 11:10 AM Prague Vaclav Havel Airport | 1 transfer | |
LO532 · LO523 | 7:20 PM Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport | 12h30 | 7:50 AM Prague Vaclav Havel Airport | 1 transfer | |
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Budapest to Prague Flights: An Overview
Travelers planning a business or vacation trip between these Central European capitals can take daily direct Budapest to Prague flights as a fast alternative to an international train journey. Two airlines, including a budget carrier, provide between one and four daily direct flights to the Czech Republic from the Hungarian capital all year round. Departures include morning, afternoon and evening options, with flight times averaging around an hour and 15 minutes.
Which airlines fly from Budapest to Prague?
The Czech national carrier CSA Czech Airlines offers direct Budapest to Prague flights five days a week. In addition, the budget airline Ryanair has direct connections on this route to Prague Vaclav Havel Airport six days a week.
How long is the flight from Budapest to Prague?
The quickest Budapest to Prague flights are the Ryanair budget services which take one hour and ten minutes to cover the 530 km route north-west from Hungary to the Czech capital. CSA Czech Airlines departures take about 15 minutes longer to reach Prague.
How many flights are there from Budapest to Prague?
The CSA Czech Airlines schedule offers three direct flights from Budapest to Prague on Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays, and two departures on Saturdays. Budget operator Ryanair has one daily flight six days a week from Friday to Wednesday. Departure times vary slightly from day to day but usually include morning, afternoon and evening take off options.
What are the departure and arrival airports for flights from Budapest to Prague?
Departure airport: Ferenc Liszt Airport is located 16 km south-east of the Budapest city center, connected by local bus routes or trains to nearby Ferihegy station with bus links to the terminal; the journey takes around 30 minutes. The terminal has long and short stay parking lots, duty-free shopping, international restaurants and cafes, and free Wifi.
Arrival airport: The Prague Vaclav Havel Airport is 12 km west of central Prague, with regular public transport connections on Airport Express services, taking about 25 minutes to reach downtown and the central rail station. Facilities at the terminal include specialist souvenir stores, a wide range of bars and restaurants, car rental desks, and business lounges.
FAQs: Budapest to Prague Flight
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Budapest to Prague by flight. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest flight, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Prague, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Flights from Budapest to Prague generally leave from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport and arrive in Prague Vaclav Havel Airport.
Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport is 18.4 km away from Budapest city centre and Prague Vaclav Havel Airport is 15.6 km from Prague city centre.
popular airports
Popular airports from Budapest to Prague
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport.
- Shops available in SkyCourt, including duty-free and fashion stores.
- Parking available at Terminal Parking, approximately 2€ per hour.
- Available outside the terminal.
- Ramps, toilets.
- Available throughout the airport.
- Yes
- Lounges available, including the SkyCourt Lounge.
- Located in Terminal 2B, open daily.
- Bus 100E
- Bus 200E
- Train
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport.
- Shops in Terminals 1 and 2, duty-free, fashion, electronics.
- Parking available, short-term parking from approximately 2.5€ (60 CZK) per hour.
- Available outside the terminal.
- Ramps, assistance.
- Available throughout the airport.
- Yes
- Lounges available, Mastercard Lounge, Erste Premier Lounge.
- Located in Terminal 1, open daily.
- Bus: 119, 100
- Metro: A (via bus 119)
- Train: NA
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