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

Freedom of the Seas
Royal Caribbean International
Freedom of the Seas
Caribbean
03.12.2026 · 9 nights Port of departure: Miami, Florida ALL (NO DRINKS)

Miami, Florida, At Sea, At Sea, Oranjestad, Aruba, Willemstad, Curacao, At Sea, Cabo Rojo, Dominican Republic, At Sea, Nassau, Bahamas, Miami, Florida

from 1,523 EUR
B Balcony 2,469 EUR
S Suite 4,326 EUR

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Vision of the Seas
Royal Caribbean International
Vision of the Seas
Caribbean
03.06.2027 · 9 nights Port of departure: Baltimore, Maryland ALL (NO DRINKS)

Baltimore, Maryland, At Sea, Kings Wharf, Bermuda, Kings Wharf, Bermuda, At Sea, Nassau, Bahamas, Bimini, Bahamas, At Sea, At Sea, Baltimore, Maryland

from 1,523 EUR
B Balcony 3,235 EUR
S Suite 4,154 EUR

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Costa Fascinosa
Costa Cruises
Costa Fascinosa
Mediterranean/Europe
21.09.2027 · 7 nights Port of departure: Civitavecchia, Italy ALL (NO DRINKS)

Civitavecchia, Italy, Салерно (Италия), Capri Bay, Catania, Italy, Toulon-la Seyne sur Mer, Ligurian Sea Darkest Spot, Genoa, Italy, La Spezia, Italy, Civitavecchia, Italy

from 1,738 EUR
I Interior 1,738 EUR
O Ocean View 2,078 EUR
B Balcony 2,338 EUR
S Suite 2,638 EUR

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Costa Toscana
Costa Cruises
Costa Toscana
Mediterranean/Europe
01.10.2027 · 7 nights Port of departure: Civitavecchia, Italy ALL (NO DRINKS)

Civitavecchia, Italy, Savona, Monte Carlo, Monaco, Monte Carlo, Monaco, Marseille, Provence, France, Barcelona, Spain, Balearic Sea, Balearic Sea, La Goulette, Tunisia, Tunis Gulf, Palermo, Sicily, Italy, Civitavecchia, Italy

from 1,738 EUR
I Interior 1,738 EUR
O Ocean View 2,038 EUR
B Balcony 2,238 EUR

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Costa Smeralda
Costa Cruises
Costa Smeralda
Mediterranean/Europe
12.10.2027 · 7 nights Port of departure: Cagliari, Cerdeña ALL (NO DRINKS)

Cagliari, Cerdeña, Naples, Italy, Civitavecchia, Italy, Genoa, Italy, Marseille, Provence, France, Barcelona, Spain, Balearic Sea, Balearic Sea, Sardinian Sea, Cagliari, Cerdeña

from 1,738 EUR
I Interior 1,738 EUR
O Ocean View 2,038 EUR
B Balcony 2,238 EUR

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Costa Toscana
Costa Cruises
Costa Toscana
Mediterranean/Europe
18.10.2027 · 7 nights Port of departure: Barcelona, Spain ALL (NO DRINKS)

Barcelona, Spain, Balearic Sea, Balearic Sea, La Goulette, Tunisia, Tunis Gulf, Palermo, Sicily, Italy, Civitavecchia, Italy, Savona, Monte Carlo, Monaco, Monte Carlo, Monaco, Marseille, Provence, France, Barcelona, Spain

from 1,738 EUR
I Interior 1,738 EUR
O Ocean View 2,038 EUR
B Balcony 2,238 EUR

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Costa Smeralda
Costa Cruises
Costa Smeralda
Mediterranean/Europe
14.10.2027 · 7 nights Port of departure: Civitavecchia, Italy ALL (NO DRINKS)

Civitavecchia, Italy, Genoa, Italy, Marseille, Provence, France, Barcelona, Spain, Balearic Sea, Balearic Sea, Sardinian Sea, Cagliari, Cerdeña, Naples, Italy, Civitavecchia, Italy

from 1,738 EUR
I Interior 1,738 EUR
O Ocean View 2,038 EUR
B Balcony 2,238 EUR

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Costa Toscana
Costa Cruises
Costa Toscana
Mediterranean/Europe
09.10.2027 · 7 nights Port of departure: Savona ALL (NO DRINKS)

Savona, Monte Carlo, Monaco, Monte Carlo, Monaco, Marseille, Provence, France, Barcelona, Spain, Balearic Sea, Balearic Sea, La Goulette, Tunisia, Tunis Gulf, Palermo, Sicily, Italy, Civitavecchia, Italy, Savona

from 1,738 EUR
I Interior 1,738 EUR
O Ocean View 2,038 EUR
B Balcony 2,238 EUR

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Costa Smeralda
Costa Cruises
Costa Smeralda
Mediterranean/Europe
16.10.2027 · 7 nights Port of departure: Marseille, Provence, France ALL (NO DRINKS)

Marseille, Provence, France, Barcelona, Spain, Balearic Sea, Balearic Sea, Sardinian Sea, Cagliari, Cerdeña, Naples, Italy, Civitavecchia, Italy, Genoa, Italy, Marseille, Provence, France

from 1,738 EUR
I Interior 1,738 EUR
O Ocean View 2,038 EUR
B Balcony 2,238 EUR

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Costa Fascinosa
Costa Cruises
Costa Fascinosa
Caribbean
10.01.2027 · 14 nights Port of departure: La Romana, Dominican Republic ALL (NO DRINKS)

La Romana, Dominican Republic, Остров Каталина (Доминиканская Республика), Catalina Bay, Arroyo Barril (Samana), Гранд-Терк (Острова Теркс), Archipelago Turks & Caicos, Amber Cove, Dominican Republic, Cabo Rojo, Dominican Republic, La Romana, Dominican Republic, Caribbean Sea, Fort de France, Martinique, Bridgetown, Barbados, Pointe-A-Pitre, Guadalupe, Gudalupa Bay, Gudalupa Bay, Basseterre, Saint Kitts, Nevis, Tortola, La Romana, Dominican Republic

from 1,738 EUR
I Interior 1,738 EUR
O Ocean View 2,418 EUR
B Balcony 3,078 EUR
S Suite 3,498 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.