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Flight deals from Cairo to Budapest

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best round-trip flight from Cairo Airport to Budapest Airport? If you want to travel next month, round-trip fares start from $304. Find the lowest prices on one-way and round-trip tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Cairo to Budapest

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

Direct flights from Cairo to Budapest

Cairo to Budapest: Alternative routes

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

Cairo to Budapest: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$265
Cheapest month to flySeptember
Average flight time3 hrs, 22 mins
Most popular airlineEgyptAir
Average flights per week24

Finding cheap flights from Cairo to Budapest: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Cairo to Budapest is $265. 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 22 minutes is the average flight time from Cairo to Budapest.
EgyptAir, Ethiopian Airlines and LOT fly direct from Cairo to Budapest.
There are 24 flights per week flying from Cairo to Budapest, as of June 2026.
The cheapest month to fly from Cairo to Budapest is usually September.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Cairo Airport to Budapest Airport on Tuesday, September 29, 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 22 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 Budapest 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 Budapest is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Aegean Airlines and EgyptAir offer the cheapest flight tickets to Budapest.

Flying from Cairo Airport (CAI) to Budapest Airport (BUD): what you need to know

  • Around 3 hours 20 minutes is how long you'll be traveling on a direct flight from Cairo Airport to Budapest Airport.

  • Budapest is one hour behind Cairo and is in the UTC+1 timezone.

  • You can choose from four weekly Cairo Airport to Budapest Airport flights. The 11:15 departure with EgyptAir is the earliest flight you can take. EgyptAir operates the last service of the day at 13:35.

  • To ensure you catch your CAI to BUD flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.

  • During popular months such as August, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.

  • EgyptAir has direct flights from Cairo Airport to Budapest Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to see the sights in Budapest — and maybe even more of Hungary if time allows.

  • The airline most travelers fly with on this route is EgyptAir.

  • The carrier with the top on-time arrival rate for CAI to BUD flights is EgyptAir.

  • If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Cairo Airport to Budapest Airport. These are the top stopovers between CAI and BUD:

    • Istanbul Airport

    • Athens International Airport

    • Istanbul Sabiha Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Cairo Airport (CAI) to Budapest Airport (BUD)

  • Right now, $128 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Cairo Airport to Budapest Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $265. Remember that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • To secure cheap tickets from CAI to BUD, book your journey one month before your planned departure.

  • June is the cheapest month for flights from Cairo Airport to Budapest Airport. If you're looking to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.

  • Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from CAI to BUD by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or push notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.

  • Lock in the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Cairo Airport to Budapest Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.

Handy information about Cairo Airport (CAI)

  • Of the departures from Cairo Airport, 65% touch down on time at their destination.

  • Central Cairo to Cairo Airport is approximately 23 kilometers. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 45 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.

  • You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour on public transport.

  • Searching for a convenient hotel close to CAI? If you're catching an early flight from Cairo Airport to Budapest Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure gate:

Arriving at Budapest Airport (BUD)

Getting from Budapest Airport (BUD) to central Budapest

  • Budapest Airport to the center of Budapest has a drive time of around 25 minutes. It's approximately 16 kilometers away.

  • Getting there on public transport typically takes 40 minutes.

When to fly to Budapest Airport (BUD)

  • June is the most popular month for flights from Cairo Airport to Budapest Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Budapest in March.

  • Lock in your flight from Cairo Airport to Budapest Airport for August if you want to go to Budapest during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 15ºC (59ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).

  • If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from CAI to BUD in January. Average temperatures are between -8ºC (18ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF) then.

Explore more of Hungary

  • Budapest has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Hungary you'll want to see. About 193 kilometers east of Budapest, a trip to Debrecen will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with popular sights like Hortobágy National Park, Nagyerdei Park and Debreceni Zsinagóga.

  • Miskolc is another sought-after destination in Hungary and is around 145 kilometers north-east of Budapest. No trip is complete without a visit to Miskolctapolca Cave Bath, Bukk National Park and Diósgyőr: Történelmi Emlékhely.

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