Cheap Flights from Budapest to Seoul — $321

The route Budapest — Seoul is served by many carriers — 9 in total, including Asiana Airlines, Korean Air, Ryanair, China Eastern Airlines, Wizz Air, Shanghai Airlines, Hainan Airlines, Pegasus Airlines, and Air China. This gives passengers wide opportunities: from finding the lowest fare (from $321) to selecting flights by schedule or service class. Our service aggregates data from multiple booking systems so you can compare offers in one place. This saves time and money: no need to check dozens of sites — just pick the right option and book online.

Budapest Ferenc Liszt International (BUD) is Hungary’s main international gateway and typically serves a mix of legacy carriers and low-cost airlines, making it a hub for both premium and budget travelers. The airport sits about 16 km southeast of the city center; travel times by taxi or rideshare are usually around 25–40 minutes depending on traffic, while the Airport Shuttle bus and public bus/metro combinations can take roughly 40–60 minutes with fares ranging from low single-digit euros to higher for private transfer options. Pros: a modern terminal with duty-free and lounge options, straightforward transfer connections. Cons: peak-hour road congestion and occasional queues at passport control can add time to journeys.

Incheon International Airport (ICN) serves as Seoul’s main international gateway and a major East Asian hub, typically handling long-haul carriers and premium airlines alongside several full-service Asian carriers. Located about 48 km west of downtown Seoul, transfer times into the city are usually 40–60 minutes by the Airport Railroad Express (AREX) or 60–90 minutes by bus depending on traffic; fares usually range from budget-friendly to mid-tier. Pros: modern facilities, extensive lounges and duty-free shopping; cons: distance from the centre can add transit time and occasional congestion during peak periods. Gimpo International Airport (GMP) functions mainly as a domestic and short-haul regional airport, often used by low-cost carriers and domestic branches of major Korean airlines. Situated roughly 15 km west of central Seoul, it’s typically 20–40 minutes away by subway or 30–60 minutes by taxi, with fares usually lower than transfers from Incheon. Pros: quicker access to the city and simpler transfers for short hops; cons: fewer long-haul options and more limited international connectivity compared with Incheon.

In different months, ticket prices from Budapest to Seoul vary: minimum — $320 (August 2026), maximum — $524 (January 2027). Typically, the flight costs $349–$373.