Flying from Budapest Airport (BUD) to Ljubljana Airport (LJU): what you need to know
Ljubljana's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Budapest.
Your BUD to LJU flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Travelling during a peak month like June? School holidays and other high seasons can result in longer lines at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Budapest Airport to Ljubljana Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Top stopovers between BUD and LJU include:
Frankfurt am Main Airport
Munich Airport
Zurich Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Budapest Airport (BUD) to Ljubljana Airport (LJU)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Budapest Airport to Ljubljana Airport flight is $84. A round-trip ticket right now is $152. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
It's usually smart to book early if you want to find cheap tickets from BUD to LJU. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price in each month when searching for a flight from Budapest Airport to Ljubljana Airport.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from BUD to LJU by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a special offer becomes available.
Discover the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Budapest Airport to Ljubljana Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Budapest Airport (BUD)
81% of flights leaving Budapest Airport arrive at their destination according to schedule. With its strong on-time performance, you're unlikely to be delayed when jetting out of BUD.
Central Budapest to Budapest Airport is approximately 16 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving.
Expect a journey time of about 40 minutes on public transport.
Catching an early flight from Budapest Airport to Ljubljana Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these hotels near BUD:
Arriving at Ljubljana Airport (LJU)
Reserve a hotel near LJU if you have a late Budapest Airport to Ljubljana Airport flight. Choose one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Ljubljana Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Garage Nr1, Carwiz or Avant Car to explore Ljubljana and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your ride from Ljubljana Airport around one week before you travel.
When to fly to Ljubljana Airport (LJU)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Budapest Airport to Ljubljana Airport. August is the most popular month to visit Ljubljana. If you'd like a more relaxed vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Ljubljana is July, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC and 29ºC. Book your flights from Budapest Airport to Ljubljana Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January has average temperatures of between -7ºC and 7ºC. Look for cheap tickets from BUD to LJU sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Slovenia
Ljubljana has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Slovenia you should also see. Around 105 kilometres north-east of Ljubljana, a visit to Maribor will keep you on the move. Start with leading attractions like Mariborsko Pohorje Ski Resort, Mariborska promenada and Vetrinjski dvorec.
Around 64 kilometres east of Ljubljana, Celje is another essential stop in Slovenia. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Celje Castle, Celje Cathedral of Saint Daniel and Prince's Palace.