Cruises from Budapest

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Budapest is one of the largest low cost hubs in Central Europe, and that is exactly what determines the most convenient way to reach a cruise port from here. Budapest airport offers a dense network of direct flights toward Mediterranean directions, in particular Barcelona, Civitavecchia near Rome, and Piraeus near Athens, where MSC, Royal Caribbean, Norwegian, Costa, and Celestyal wait for passengers. Thanks to its central location, Budapest attracts passengers for these flights not only from Hungary but also from neighboring countries in the region, which further supports the frequency and choice of directions at the airport. For residents of Budapest, including the Ukrainian community that has settled here, the cruise trip comes down to a single flight: without a ground segment, without a border, and without transit through a neighboring country, all of which remain a mandatory part of the route for those departing directly from Ukraine. Budapest is also interesting because it is through this airport that some Ukrainians traveling from Uzhhorod or Ivano-Frankivsk catch their own flights to Europe, so the city plays a double role: both as a transit hub for others and as a home airport for those who live here. When choosing a specific flight, compare not just the direct ticket price but also the total time on the road with any connection, especially for less popular ports of embarkation. Low cost fares on popular directions sell out well before departure, so booking should be planned in advance, not in the last week. Specific dates and directions are easiest to check in the cruise catalog on the site.

Cruises

Independence of the Seas
Royal Caribbean International
Independence of the Seas
Caribbean
11.04.2027 · 7 nights Port of departure: Miami, Florida ALL (NO DRINKS)

Miami, Florida, Nassau, Bahamas, Perfect Day Cococay, Bahamas, At Sea, Costa Maya, Mexico, Cozumel, Mexico, At Sea, Miami, Florida

from 1,392 EUR
B Balcony 2,304 EUR
S Suite 3,600 EUR

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Anthem of the Seas
Royal Caribbean International
Anthem of the Seas
Alaska
07.05.2027 · 7 nights Port of departure: Vancouver, British Columbia ALL (NO DRINKS)

Vancouver, British Columbia, At Sea, Icy Strait Point, Alaska, Hubbard Glacier (Cruising), Sitka, Alaska, Ketchikan, Alaska, USA, At Sea, Vancouver, British Columbia

from 1,392 EUR
B Balcony 2,352 EUR
S Suite 4,734 EUR

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Norwegian Viva
Norwegian Cruise Line
Norwegian Viva
Caribbean
05.12.2026 · 7 nights Port of departure: Galveston Texas, TX ALL

Galveston Texas, TX, At Sea, Cozumel, Mexico, Roatan, Honduras, Harvest Caye, Costa Maya, Mexico, At Sea, Galveston Texas, TX

from 1,589 EUR
I Interior 1,589 EUR
O Ocean View 1,709 EUR
B Balcony 2,109 EUR
S Suite 3,279 EUR

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MSC Preziosa
MSC Cruises
MSC Preziosa
Northern Europe and Norwegian fjords
23.02.2027 · 8 nights Port of departure: Rotterdam, Netherlands ALL (NO DRINKS)

Rotterdam, Netherlands, Cherbourg, France, Le Havre, France, Southampton (London), United Kingdom, At Sea, Hamburg, Germany, At Sea, Zeebrugge, Belgium, Rotterdam, Netherlands

from 1,590 EUR
I Interior 1,590 EUR
O Ocean View 1,830 EUR
B Balcony 1,830 EUR
S Suite 3,030 EUR

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MSC Orchestra
MSC Cruises
MSC Orchestra
Mediterranean/Europe
27.03.2028 · 8 nights Port of departure: Athens (Piraeus), Greece ALL (NO DRINKS)

Athens (Piraeus), Greece, Izmir, Turkiye, Istanbul, Turkiye, At Sea, Corfu, Greece, Bari, Italy, At Sea, Santorini, Greece, Athens (Piraeus), Greece

from 1,590 EUR
I Interior 1,590 EUR
O Ocean View 1,790 EUR
B Balcony 1,990 EUR

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Norwegian Breakaway
Norwegian Cruise Line
Norwegian Breakaway
Caribbean
28.01.2028 · 5 nights Port of departure: Port Canaveral, Florida, USA ALL

Port Canaveral, Florida, USA, At Sea, Cozumel, Mexico, At Sea, Great Stirrup Cay, Bahamas, Port Canaveral, Florida, USA

from 1,590 EUR
I Interior 1,590 EUR
O Ocean View 1,770 EUR
B Balcony 2,060 EUR
S Suite 2,330 EUR

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Brilliance of the Seas
Royal Caribbean International
Brilliance of the Seas
Caribbean
21.12.2026 · 7 nights Port of departure: Fort Lauderdale, Florida ALL (NO DRINKS)

Fort Lauderdale, Florida, At Sea, Nassau, Bahamas, Perfect Day Cococay, Bahamas, At Sea, Grand Turk, Turks and Caicos, At Sea, Fort Lauderdale, Florida

from 1,394 EUR
I Interior 1,762 EUR
B Balcony 1,991 EUR
S Suite 3,497 EUR

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Allure of the Seas
Royal Caribbean International
Allure of the Seas
Caribbean
11.10.2026 · 6 nights Port of departure: Fort Lauderdale, Florida ALL (NO DRINKS)

Fort Lauderdale, Florida, Perfect Day Cococay, Bahamas, At Sea, Falmouth, Jamaica, At Sea, Nassau, Bahamas, Fort Lauderdale, Florida

from 1,395 EUR
B Balcony 1,745 EUR
S Suite 3,897 EUR

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Independence of the Seas
Royal Caribbean International
Independence of the Seas
Caribbean
21.03.2027 · 7 nights Port of departure: Miami, Florida ALL (NO DRINKS)

Miami, Florida, At Sea, At Sea, San Juan, Puerto Rico, Charlotte Amalie, St. Thomas, Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic, At Sea, Miami, Florida

from 1,395 EUR
B Balcony 2,272 EUR
S Suite 3,615 EUR

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Serenade of the Seas
Royal Caribbean International
Serenade of the Seas
Alaska
23.05.2027 · 7 nights Port of departure: Vancouver, British Columbia ALL (NO DRINKS)

Vancouver, British Columbia, Inside Passage (Cruising), Tracy Arm Fjord, Alaska, Juneau, Alaska, Icy Strait Point, Alaska, Sitka, Alaska, Ketchikan, Alaska, USA, Inside Passage (Cruising), Vancouver, British Columbia

from 1,395 EUR
I Interior 1,591 EUR
B Balcony 2,814 EUR
S Suite 5,268 EUR

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Frequently asked questions

Do residents of Budapest need to cross a border for a cruise trip?

No, the trip comes down to a single flight from Budapest airport, without a ground segment and without transit through a neighboring country.

Where do direct flights from Budapest fly for cruise passengers?

Budapest airport offers flights toward the main Mediterranean ports, in particular Barcelona, Civitavecchia near Rome, and Piraeus near Athens.

Is it worth booking low cost flights from Budapest early?

Yes, popular directions sell out well before departure at lower fares, so booking is better planned in advance, not in the last week before the cruise.

How much time should I allow for the road from Budapest to the port of embarkation?

Usually one day is enough, including the flight and the transfer to the port. With a connection, allow a bit more time.

What documents are needed for a cruise trip from Hungary?

Requirements depend on citizenship, residence status in Hungary, and the chosen port of embarkation. Check them on the site of the cruise line and the consulate of the destination country in advance.