Flying from Budapest Airport (BUD) to Prague Airport (PRG): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Budapest Airport to Prague Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 15 minutes.
Budapest and Prague are in the UTC+1 timezone. This means there's no time difference to consider.
Flights from BUD to PRG start at 05:55 — the earliest with Ryanair. The last service of the day is at 19:40 with Ryanair. Overall, you can take your pick of four weekly Budapest Airport to Prague Airport flights.
Give yourself enough time to catch your BUD to PRG flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months such as June. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
Ryanair has direct flights from Budapest Airport to Prague Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to see the sights in Prague — and maybe even more of Czechia if you have time.
The majority of passengers choose to fly with Ryanair on this route.
With a dependable 93.65% of services arriving on schedule, Ryanair is the most punctual carrier for BUD to PRG flights.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Budapest Airport to Prague Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Stopovers between BUD and PRG include:
Frankfurt am Main Airport
Munich Airport
Vienna Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Budapest Airport (BUD) to Prague Airport (PRG)
$22 is the best price for a one-way Budapest Airport to Prague Airport flight. Return flights start from $60. These fares can change based on availability.
To secure cheap tickets from BUD to PRG, reserve your journey 11 months ahead of your planned departure.
April is the cheapest month for flights from Budapest Airport to Prague Airport. If you prefer to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for every month.
You don't need to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as there's a change in price on cheap flights from BUD to PRG.
Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Budapest Airport to Prague Airport.
Handy information about Budapest Airport (BUD)
81% of flights departing from Budapest Airport touch down at their destination according to schedule. Given its strong on-time stats, you're unlikely to be delayed when taking off from BUD.
Budapest Airport is around 16 kilometers from central Budapest. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the center, it'll take 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Expect a journey time of around 40 minutes on public transport.
Need a convenient hotel close to BUD? If you're catching an early flight from Budapest Airport to Prague Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Prague Airport (PRG)
If you're landing on a late Budapest Airport to Prague Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these accommodation options near PRG:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Prague Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Rent Plus, Panek or Carwiz and experience the lesser-explored corners of Prague and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, book your vehicle from Prague Airport around three weeks before your trip.
Getting from Prague Airport (PRG) to central Prague
From Prague Airport, Prague is approximately 18 kilometers away. It takes around 25 minutes to get to the center driving.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of about 35 minutes.
When to fly to Prague Airport (PRG)
The quietest month for a flight from Budapest Airport to Prague Airport is March, while September is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Prague based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
When reserving your flight from Budapest Airport to Prague Airport, think about the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Prague, with the temperature ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from BUD to PRG in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -8ºC (18ºF) and 5ºC (41ºF) on average.
Explore more of Czechia
You've done Prague, now it's time to explore other parts of Czechia. Journey around 177 kilometers south-east to Brno to tick off its leading attractions. From Tugendhat Villa to Botanicka Zahrada (Hortus Botanicus) and Špilberk Castle, your itinerary will be busy.
If you're interested in discovering another corner of Czechia, head for Ostrava, about 274 kilometers east of Prague. Landek, Landek Park and Dolní Vítkovice are among its highlights.