easyJet Brings Budapest Back to Belfast

By Ivan PetrenkoJul 5, 2026 20:21 PMNews
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View over Budapest and the Danube at sunset
easyJet’s new Belfast-Budapest route gives Northern Ireland travellers direct winter access to the Danube, Buda Castle and city breaks. Source: unsplash

easyJet will launch a new winter route between Belfast International and Budapest, giving Northern Ireland its only direct connection to Hungary. The service starts in November and is timed for Christmas market trips, winter city breaks and long weekends. Seats are already on sale, with package holidays also available through easyJet holidays.

Belfast to Budapest flight details

  • Airline: easyJet
  • Route: Belfast International to Budapest
  • Launch date: 17 November
  • Frequency: Tuesdays and Saturdays
  • Season: winter / Christmas
  • Lead fare: from £42.49
  • Package holidays: three nights from £192 per person
  • Deposit: from £60 per person
easyJet aircraft on an airport apron
easyJet will fly between Belfast International and Budapest twice a week this winter, with fares starting from £42.49. Source: unsplash

The route brings Budapest back to Belfast International’s network and gives Northern Ireland a direct winter link to Hungary. Flights will run on Tuesdays and Saturdays, making the schedule suitable for a long weekend, a four-night stay or a short pre-Christmas trip without changing planes through another UK or European airport.

Budapest is a strong fit for a short winter visit because several major sights sit close enough to combine in one trip. Visitors can plan days around Buda Castle, the Hungarian Parliament, Danube river walks, food halls and ruin bars, then add Széchenyi or Gellért baths without needing a long itinerary.

Budapest Christmas market outside St Stephen’s Basilica
The new Belfast-Budapest flights start in November, adding a direct option for Christmas markets, thermal baths and winter weekends. Source: unsplash

The service is most useful for Northern Ireland travellers planning a three- or four-night Budapest break rather than a rushed overnight stay. Before booking, they should compare flight-only fares with easyJet holidays packages, check whether the flight days fit hotel dates, and choose accommodation close to the Danube, Castle District or main thermal baths.

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