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

MSC Virtuosa
MSC Cruises
MSC Virtuosa
South America and Antarctica
26.01.2027 · 7 nights Port of departure: Salvador de Bahia, Brazil ALL (NO DRINKS)

Salvador de Bahia, Brazil, Maceio, At Sea, At Sea, Santos, Brazil, Buzios, Brazil, At Sea, Salvador de Bahia, Brazil

from 1,613 EUR
I Interior 1,613 EUR
O Ocean View 2,122 EUR
B Balcony 2,122 EUR

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Mariner of the Seas
Royal Caribbean International
Mariner of the Seas
Caribbean
20.03.2027 · 7 nights Port of departure: New Orleans, Louisiana ALL (NO DRINKS)

New Orleans, Louisiana, At Sea, Cozumel, Mexico, George Town, Grand Cayman, Falmouth, Jamaica, At Sea, At Sea, New Orleans, Louisiana

from 1,413 EUR
B Balcony 2,060 EUR
S Suite 3,302 EUR

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Grandeur of the Seas
Royal Caribbean International
Grandeur of the Seas
Caribbean
08.11.2026 · 6 nights Port of departure: Cartagena, Colombia ALL (NO DRINKS)

Cartagena, Colombia, At Sea, Oranjestad, Aruba, Willemstad, Curacao, At Sea, At Sea, Colon

from 1,414 EUR
I Interior 1,607 EUR
B Balcony 2,009 EUR
S Suite 2,781 EUR

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Liberty of the Seas
Royal Caribbean International
Liberty of the Seas
Caribbean
12.06.2027 · 5 nights Port of departure: Galveston, Texas ALL (NO DRINKS)

Galveston, Texas, At Sea, Costa Maya, Mexico, Cozumel, Mexico, At Sea, Galveston, Texas

from 1,414 EUR
B Balcony 1,796 EUR
S Suite 3,023 EUR

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Explorer of the Seas
Royal Caribbean International
Explorer of the Seas
Caribbean
02.01.2028 · 7 nights Port of departure: Fort Lauderdale, Florida ALL (NO DRINKS)

Fort Lauderdale, Florida, Perfect Day Cococay, Bahamas, At Sea, Labadee, Haiti, Samana, Dominican Republic, Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic, At Sea, Fort Lauderdale, Florida

from 1,415 EUR
I Interior 1,713 EUR
O Ocean View 2,100 EUR
B Balcony 1,989 EUR
S Suite 3,496 EUR

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Navigator of the Seas
Royal Caribbean International
Navigator of the Seas
Asia
28.12.2026 · 5 nights Port of departure: Singapore ALL (NO DRINKS)

Singapore, Penang, Malaysia, Langkawi, Malaysia, Phuket, Thailand, At Sea, Singapore

from 1,415 EUR
B Balcony 2,303 EUR
S Suite 4,087 EUR

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Allure of the Seas
Royal Caribbean International
Allure of the Seas
Caribbean
08.11.2026 · 7 nights Port of departure: Miami, Florida ALL (NO DRINKS)

Miami, Florida, Perfect Day Cococay, Bahamas, At Sea, San Juan, Puerto Rico, Charlotte Amalie, St. Thomas, At Sea, At Sea, Miami, Florida

from 1,415 EUR
B Balcony 1,806 EUR
S Suite 4,714 EUR

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Celebrity Apex
Celebrity Cruises
Celebrity Apex
Caribbean
07.11.2026 · 7 nights Port of departure: Port Canaveral, Florida, USA ALL (NO DRINKS)

Port Canaveral, Florida, USA, At Sea, Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic, Charlotte Amalie, St. Thomas, Basseterre, St. Kitts, At Sea, At Sea, Port Canaveral, Florida, USA

from 1,416 EUR
I Interior 1,630 EUR
B Balcony 2,194 EUR
S Suite 7,372 EUR

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Oasis of the Seas
Royal Caribbean International
Oasis of the Seas
Caribbean
10.10.2027 · 7 nights Port of departure: Cape Liberty, Njc ALL (NO DRINKS)

Cape Liberty, Njc, At Sea, Port Canaveral, Florida, USA, Perfect Day Cococay, Bahamas, Nassau, Bahamas, At Sea, At Sea, Cape Liberty, Njc

from 1,416 EUR
B Balcony 1,814 EUR
S Suite 3,952 EUR

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Liberty of the Seas
Royal Caribbean International
Liberty of the Seas
Caribbean
19.07.2027 · 5 nights Port of departure: Galveston, Texas ALL (NO DRINKS)

Galveston, Texas, At Sea, Costa Maya, Mexico, Cozumel, Mexico, At Sea, Galveston, Texas

from 1,416 EUR
B Balcony 1,798 EUR
S Suite 3,024 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.