- Must visit
Museo Storico e il Parco del Castello di Miramare
Museum inside Miramare Castle with preserved imperial rooms and decorative arts. Essential for understanding Habsburg Trieste in a spectacular setting.
Flights from Budapest to Trieste depart on average 13 times per day, taking around 3h 36m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at €35 but you can travel from only €9 by train.
The earliest flight runs at 00:15, the last at 22:00. The fastest flight covers the 280 miles (451 km) distance in 1h 15m. July is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 280 miles (451 km) |
Average flight duration 3h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price €35 |
Flights per day 13 |
Fastest flight 1h 15m |
First flight 12:15 AM |
Last flight 10:00 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 28 days |
Cheapest price on Aug 29
€318
Average ticket price on Aug 29
€435
Fastest journey on Aug 29
4 h 15 m
Average journey duration on Aug 29
6 h 17 m
Flights on Aug 29
14
Distance
451 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Budapest to Trieste is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Budapest to Trieste will cost around €435 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €318.
It's difficult to get from Budapest to Trieste without transferring at least once.
LH1343+
LH9570
LH1337+
LH9572
LH1339+
LH9572
LH1343+
EN8818
LH1339+
EN8820
LH1335+
LH9570
LH1335+
EN8818
LH1339+
EN8820
LH1339+
LH9572
LH1683 · LH95+
LH9570Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Budapest to Trieste among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €52 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 36m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the bus is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.5 - 1.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €52, while a flight costs an average of €416.
Distance: 280 miles (451 km)
| Flight | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€416 Average price | €52 Average price Cheapest | €125 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 36m Average total duration Fastest 3h 36m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 9h 30m Average total duration 9h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 38m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
1.4 - 2.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.5 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Budapest to Trieste:
A train is €34 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Budapest to Trieste costing on average €52.
A train is €398 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Budapest to Trieste costing on average €416.
Other travel options to Trieste take longer:
Bus takes on average 9h 0m.
Train takes on average 9h 43m.
The table below shows live departures for Budapest to Trieste flights for tomorrow, Saturday, August 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
LH1343+ LH9570 | 5:55 AM Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport | 8h00 | 1:55 PM Trieste Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH1343+ EN8818 | 5:55 AM Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport | 8h00 | 1:55 PM Trieste Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH1683 · LH95+ LH9570 | 6:00 AM Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport | 7h55 | 1:55 PM Trieste Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport | 2 transfers | |
LH1683 · LH97+ LH9570 | 6:00 AM Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport | 7h55 | 1:55 PM Trieste Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport | 2 transfers | |
LH4145+ LH1868+ LH5170 | 9:10 AM Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport | 9h20 | 6:30 PM Trieste Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport | 2 transfers | |
LH1335+ EN8818 | 9:40 AM Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport | 4h15 | 1:55 PM Trieste Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH1335+ LH9570 | 9:40 AM Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport | 4h15 | 1:55 PM Trieste Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH1337+ LH9572 | 11:40 AM Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport | 10h15 | 9:55 PM Trieste Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH1677+ LH4166+ LH5172 | 1:20 PM Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport | 9h35 | 10:55 PM Trieste Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport | 2 transfers | |
LH1677+ LH5186 · LH5172 | 1:20 PM Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport | 9h35 | 10:55 PM Trieste Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport | 2 transfers | |
LH1677 · LH115+ LH9572 | 1:20 PM Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport | 8h35 | 9:55 PM Trieste Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport | 2 transfers | |
LH1677 · LH113+ LH9572 | 1:20 PM Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport | 8h35 | 9:55 PM Trieste Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport | 2 transfers | |
LH1339+ LH9572 | 2:25 PM Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport | 7h30 | 9:55 PM Trieste Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH1339+ EN8820 | 2:25 PM Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport | 7h30 | 9:55 PM Trieste Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport | 1 transfer | |
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Museum inside Miramare Castle with preserved imperial rooms and decorative arts. Essential for understanding Habsburg Trieste in a spectacular setting.
Main civic art museum with Italian paintings, sculpture, fashion, and design. A strong overview of Trieste’s artistic and cultural development.
Museum in San Giusto Castle presenting archaeology, weapons, and civic collections. It pairs well with the hilltop setting and city panoramas.
Trieste’s canal district with waterside buildings, churches, and cafés nearby. It is among the city’s most photogenic and walkable central areas.
Seafront promenade stretching along Barcola, popular for sunset walks, swimming spots, and open gulf views. It is a beloved everyday Trieste experience.
Popular urban beach and waterfront district north of the center. Visitors come for sea access, relaxed walks, and classic Adriatic scenery.
A hearty bean and sauerkraut soup with pork, shaped by Trieste's Austro-Hungarian heritage. It is one of the city's most iconic cold-weather dishes.
Boiled pork platter, often with cotechino, tongue and sauerkraut. A classic Trieste meal linked to Central European culinary traditions.
Breaded and fried anchovies, usually served crisp as a popular Adriatic seafood dish in local trattorias and osmize.
Refined seafood restaurant with a long reputation for elegant Adriatic dishes and polished service near central Trieste.
Well-known seafood restaurant serving fresh fish and Adriatic specialties in a warm, established local atmosphere.
Classic Trieste café famous for coffee, pastries and literary history. Ideal for local coffee culture and traditional sweets.
Moderate for Italy: hotels can rise in peak season, but dining and local buses are reasonable versus Venice or Milan.
Service is often included. Rounding up or leaving €1-2 at cafés is enough; 5-10% in restaurants is appreciated, not expected. Taxis are usually rounded up.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Budapest to Trieste by flight. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest flight, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Trieste, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Budapest to Trieste flights use the Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Trieste Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport airport pair. Use this guide to compare Budapest and Trieste airports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like airport facilities and services.
Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport is 16 km from Budapest city centre. Public transport options include:
Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, Lounge, and Lost and Found Office.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located in Terminals 2A and 2B.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport: Ramps, toilets.
Trieste Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport is 1 km from Trieste city centre. Public transport options include:
Trieste Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, Lounge, and Lost and Found Office.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located in the main terminal.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Trieste Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Trieste Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport: Elevators, ramps.
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