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Find the cheapest month to fly from Budapest to Madrid

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Budapest to Madrid flights are currently cheapest in May.

Direct flights from Budapest to Madrid

Budapest to Madrid: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Budapest to Madrid below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Madrid.

Budapest to Madrid: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$76
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time3 hrs, 21 mins
Most popular airlineWizz Air
Average flights per week33

Finding cheap flights from Budapest to Madrid: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Budapest to Madrid is $76. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
3 hours and 21 minutes is the average flight time from Budapest to Madrid.
Wizz Air, Iberia and Ryanair fly direct from Budapest to Madrid.
There are 33 flights per week flying from Budapest to Madrid, as of May 2025.
The cheapest month to fly from Budapest to Madrid is usually May 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Budapest Airport to Madrid Airport on Thursday, May 22, 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 21 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Madrid but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar, and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Madrid is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Ryanair offers the cheapest flight tickets to Madrid.

Flying from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD): what you need to know

  • The average time for a direct flight from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport is 3 hours 25 minutes.

  • Budapest and Madrid are both in the UTC+1 timezone. This means you won't have to change your watch on arrival.

  • Flights from BUD to MAD start from 05:00 — the earliest with Wizz Air. The last service of the day is at 20:50 with Ryanair. Overall, there are 26 weekly Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport flights.

  • For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your BUD to MAD flight.

  • Traveling during a peak month such as July? School holidays and other popular periods can result in longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.

  • You'll find a variety of airlines operating direct flights from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport. When you're ready to kick off your Madrid vacation, let one of these carriers fly you to this must-see corner of Spain:

  • Most travelers choose to fly with Ryanair on this route.

  • Iberia stands out as the most punctual carrier for BUD to MAD flights, with 89.19% of its services reaching their destination on schedule.

  • If you want to add a stop to your trip, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport. These are the top stopovers between BUD and MAD:

    • Palma de Mallorca Airport

    • Barcelona-El Prat Airport

    • Franz Josef Strauss Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)

  • Right now, $36 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $76. Bear in mind that fares could change due to demand when booking.

  • Get cheap tickets from BUD to MAD by booking seven months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.

  • Plan your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for flights from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across each month.

  • Save time searching for cheap flights from BUD to MAD by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a lower fare pops up.

  • Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport.

Handy information about Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)

  • 71.48% of flights that take off from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport land at their destination on time.

  • Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport is around 24 kilometers from central Budapest. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the center, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.

  • Taking public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour.

  • Taking an early flight from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to BUD:

Arriving at Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)

Getting from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to central Madrid

  • Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to the center of Madrid has a drive time of around 25 minutes. It's approximately 18 kilometers away.

  • It'll take around 35 minutes to get there using public transport.

When to fly to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)

  • July is the busiest month for flights from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Madrid in April.

  • Lock in your flight from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport for July if you'd like to visit Madrid during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 17ºC (63ºF) and 36ºC (97ºF).

  • Look for cheap tickets from BUD to MAD in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 0ºC (32ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF) on average.

Explore more of Spain

  • You've seen Madrid, now it's time to discover more of Spain. Journey around 274 kilometers north-east to Zaragoza to tick off its must-visit sights. From Puente de Piedra to Museo Pablo Gargallo and El Tubo, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.

  • Around 177 kilometers west of Madrid, Salamanca is another essential stop in Spain. No visit is complete without checking out Plaza Mayor, S.O.U. Servicio de Orientación al Universitario. Universidad de Salamanca and Pontifical University of Salamanca.

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