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Museum of Fine Arts, Budapest
A major fine arts museum on Heroes’ Square with strong collections of Old Masters, Egyptian antiquities, and European art. It is a leading choice for art lovers visiting Budapest.
Flights from Cluj-Napoca to Budapest depart on average 9 times per day, taking around 1h 58m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at $189 (€155) but you can travel from only $26 (€21) by bus.
The earliest flight runs at 05:55, the last at 20:35. The fastest flight covers the 219 miles (354 km) distance in 4h 15m. April is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 219 miles (354 km) |
Average flight duration 1h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price $189 (€155) |
Flights per day 9 |
Fastest flight 4h 15m |
First flight 5:55 AM |
Last flight 8:35 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 28 days |
Cheapest price
$234
Average price
$412
Fastest journey
4 h
Average duration
5 h 34 m
Flights per day
10
Distance
354 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Cluj-Napoca to Budapest is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cluj-Napoca to Budapest will cost around $412 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $234.
It's difficult to get from Cluj-Napoca to Budapest without transferring at least once.
LH1673 · LH1676
LH1669+
LH1678
LO654 · LO537
LO654 · LO539
LO654 · LO535
LH1669+
LH1678
LO654 · LO539
LH1673+
OS182 · OS631
LH1671 · LH1682
LH1673 · LH1676Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Cluj-Napoca to Budapest among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $38. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 58m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $38, and a flight costs an average of $189.
Distance: 219 miles (354 km)
| Flight | Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$372 Average price | $40 Average price | $38 Average price Cheapest | $120 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 58m Average total duration Fastest 1h 58m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 7h 36m Average total duration 7h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 20m Average total duration 8h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 29m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Cluj-Napoca to Budapest:
A train is $2 (€2) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Cluj-Napoca to Budapest costing on average $40 (€33).
A train is $334 (€274) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Cluj-Napoca to Budapest costing on average $372 (€305).
Other travel options to Budapest take longer:
Bus takes on average 7h 6m.
Train takes on average 8h 50m.
The table below shows live departures for Cluj-Napoca to Budapest flights for today, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
LO652 · LO533 | 2:00 PM Cluj Napoca International Airport | 20h05 | 9:05 AM Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport | 1 transfer | |
LO652 · LO537 | 2:00 PM Cluj Napoca International Airport | 3h55 | 4:55 PM Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport | 1 transfer | |
LO652 · LO531 | 2:00 PM Cluj Napoca International Airport | 6h45 | 7:45 PM Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport | 1 transfer | |
LO652 · LO535 | 2:00 PM Cluj Napoca International Airport | 23h10 | 12:10 PM Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport | 1 transfer | |
| Saturday, June 20 | |||||
LH1673 · LH1676 | 6:00 AM Cluj Napoca International Airport | 7h35 | 12:35 PM Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH1673 · LH127 · LH1338 | 6:00 AM Cluj Napoca International Airport | 8h35 | 1:35 PM Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport | 2 transfers | |
LH1673+ OS182 · OS631 | 6:00 AM Cluj Napoca International Airport | 5h35 | 10:35 AM Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport | 2 transfers | |
LH1669+ OS186 · OS639 | 1:50 PM Cluj Napoca International Airport | 9h35 | 10:25 PM Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport | 2 transfers | |
LH1669+ OS188+ OS639 | 1:50 PM Cluj Napoca International Airport | 9h35 | 10:25 PM Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport | 2 transfers | |
LH1669+ LH1678 | 1:50 PM Cluj Napoca International Airport | 4h00 | 4:50 PM Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport | 1 transfer | |
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A major fine arts museum on Heroes’ Square with strong collections of Old Masters, Egyptian antiquities, and European art. It is a leading choice for art lovers visiting Budapest.
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A monumental square at the end of Andrássy Avenue, framed by the Museum of Fine Arts and the Hall of Art. It is one of the city’s most photographed public spaces.
The exterior courtyards and yellow neo-Baroque setting in City Park are a Budapest icon, and the bath is highly popular with visitors. Advance booking is often useful during busy periods.
A rich Hungarian goulash soup with beef, paprika, potatoes, and vegetables. It is one of the country’s most iconic comfort dishes.
A spicy river fish soup made with paprika, carp or mixed freshwater fish. It is especially associated with Hungary’s river regions and widely enjoyed in Budapest.
Tender chicken cooked in a paprika sauce, usually finished with sour cream and often served with nokedli. It is a classic Hungarian home-style meal.
A long-established family-run restaurant known for traditional Hungarian and Jewish-Hungarian dishes in a warm, classic setting.
A Michelin-starred Budapest restaurant offering refined modern Hungarian cuisine with excellent service and an elegant fine-dining atmosphere.
A popular central Budapest restaurant specializing in goulash, stews, and hearty Hungarian comfort food in a lively casual atmosphere.
Affordable for most tourists versus Western Europe. Public transport and casual dining are cheap; hotels in peak season cost more.
Service may be included. If not, tip about 10% in restaurants for good service. Round up in taxis. Small tips are appreciated in bars, cafés, and by hotel staff.
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Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport, Budapest -> Deák Ferenc tér, Budapest
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