Question 1

How long is the flight from Cologne to Budapest?

Accepted Answer

A nonstop flight from Cologne to Budapest typically takes around 1 hour 40 minutes. If you choose a connecting flight, allow more travel time. Typical one-stop itineraries take around 7 hours 20 minutes. For the quickest trip, a nonstop flight is usually the most comfortable choice.

Question 2

Are there nonstop flights from Cologne to Budapest?

Accepted Answer

Yes, there are nonstop flights from Cologne to Budapest, although not necessarily every day. On average, around 2 to 3 flights per week are available. If you have flexibility with your travel dates, you will have an easier time finding a suitable nonstop connection.

Question 3

Which airlines fly from Cologne to Budapest?

Accepted Answer

Direct flights from Cologne to Budapest are operated by, among others, Eurowings. Connecting flights with one stop are also available, for example with Austrian Airlines (via Vienna), Lufthansa (via Munich) and Swiss (via Zurich). If travel time matters to you, a direct flight is usually the most convenient option. Connecting flights often give you more choice of departure times and airlines.

Question 4

On which days are there nonstop flights from Cologne to Budapest?

Accepted Answer

Nonstop flights from Cologne to Budapest operate Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday. The schedule may vary by season, so it is worth comparing several travel dates. If your preferred day does not have a nonstop flight, nearby departure days or short connecting flights may be a good alternative.

Question 5

How many flights are there per day from Cologne to Budapest?

Accepted Answer

On the route from Cologne to Budapest, there is less than one flight per day on average. The exact number can vary by day of the week and season. If you have flexibility with your travel dates, it is worth comparing several departure days.

Question 6

How many flights per week are there from Cologne to Budapest?

Accepted Answer

On the route from Cologne to Budapest, there are only a few flights per week. It is therefore especially worthwhile to be flexible with your travel dates so you can more easily find a suitable departure day.

Question 7

When does the first flight from Cologne to Budapest depart?

Accepted Answer

The earliest nonstop flight from Cologne to Budapest usually departs at 6:05 AM. The exact departure time may vary by day of the week and airline. Early flights are especially useful if you want to make the most of your arrival day in Budapest.

Question 8

When does the last flight from Cologne to Budapest depart?

Accepted Answer

The last nonstop flight from Cologne to Budapest usually departs at 7:05 PM. Late flights can be convenient if you want to travel after work or in the evening. Do check whether it is a nonstop flight, as a connecting itinerary could push the arrival time significantly later.

Question 9

Which airports near Cologne are frequently used for flights to Budapest?

Accepted Answer

In addition to Cologne airport, users also frequently search for flights from Frankfurt, Dortmund and Dusseldorf to Budapest. Alternative departure airports can offer more choice of flight times, airlines or prices. Also check how accessible each airport is for you.

	Outbound	Return	Airlines	Baggage	Price
Cologne Budapest Please note: transfer for connecting flight	Outbound 07/21/26 1 Stopover (BLQ) FR1602, FR3826 07h 40min	Return -	Ryanair		$146
Cologne Budapest	Outbound 09/01/26 1 Stopover (ZAD) FR5282, W62472 10h 50min	Return 09/09/26 1 Stopover (BGY) FR2108, FR5531 10h 35min	Ryanair, Wizz Air	?	$123
Best option Cologne Budapest	Outbound 01/01/27 direct EW0788 01h 40min	Return 01/08/27 direct EW0789 01h 50min	Eurowings		$183
Cologne Budapest Please note: transfer for connecting flight	Outbound 08/20/26 1 Stopover (ZAD) FR5282, FR6522 16h 25min	Return 08/25/26 1 Stopover (MXP, BGY) W42335, FR5551 11h 10min	Ryanair		$128
Cologne Budapest	Outbound 01/01/27 direct EW0788 01h 40min	Return 01/08/27 direct EW0789 01h 50min	Eurowings		$328
Cologne Budapest	Outbound 07/20/26 direct EW0788 01h 40min	Return 07/20/26 direct EW0789 01h 50min	Eurowings		$185
Cologne Budapest	Outbound 01/01/27 direct EW0788 01h 40min	Return 01/08/27 direct EW0789 01h 50min	Eurowings		$186
Cologne Budapest	Outbound 01/01/27 direct EW0788 01h 40min	Return 01/08/27 direct EW0789 01h 50min	Eurowings		$187
Cologne Budapest	Outbound 01/01/27 direct EW0788 01h 40min	Return 01/08/27 direct EW0789 01h 50min	Eurowings	?	$192
Cologne Budapest	Outbound 01/01/27 direct EW0788 01h 40min	Return 01/08/27 1 Stopover (MXP, BGY) W42335, FR5531 23h 25min	Eurowings		$200

Cheapest outbound flight from	$146.00
Roundtrip from	$122.65
Flight duration	min. 01:45
Return flight duration	min. 01:50
Distance	960 km
Flights per week	5
Departure airport	Airport Cologne (Koeln)-Bonn (CGN)
Departure country	Flights from Germany
Arrival airport	Airport Budapest-Ferihegy (BUD)
Destination country	Flights to Hungary
Departure country - Arrival airport	Germany - Budapest-Ferihegy
Departure airport - Destination country	Cologne (Koeln)-Bonn - Hungary

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