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

Icon of the Seas
Royal Caribbean International
Icon of the Seas
Caribbean
10.07.2027 · 7 nights Port of departure: Miami, Florida ALL (NO DRINKS)

Miami, Florida, At Sea, At Sea, Philipsburg, St. Maarten, Charlotte Amalie, St. Thomas, At Sea, Perfect Day Cococay, Bahamas, Miami, Florida

from 3,444 EUR
I Interior 3,444 EUR
B Balcony 4,071 EUR

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Norwegian Aqua
Norwegian Cruise Line
Norwegian Aqua
Caribbean
27.12.2026 · 7 nights Port of departure: Miami, Florida ALL

Miami, Florida, At Sea, Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic, Charlotte Amalie, St. Thomas, Tortola, At Sea, Great Stirrup Cay, Bahamas, Miami, Florida

from 3,933 EUR
I Interior 3,933 EUR
O Ocean View 4,573 EUR
B Balcony 5,873 EUR
S Suite 6,053 EUR

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Norwegian Gem
Norwegian Cruise Line
Norwegian Gem
Transatlantic cruises
13.04.2027 · 19 nights Port of departure: New York, New York ALL

New York, New York, At Sea, At Sea, At Sea, At Sea, At Sea, At Sea, Madeira (Funchal), Portugal, At Sea, Seville (Cadiz), Spain, Gibraltar, United Kingdom, Granada (Motril), Spain, At Sea, Barcelona, Spain, Villefrance, Livorno, Italy, Civitavecchia, Italy, At Sea, Split Croatia, Ravenna, Italy

from 3,939 EUR
I Interior 3,939 EUR
O Ocean View 5,009 EUR
B Balcony 7,929 EUR
S Suite 8,309 EUR

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Star of the Seas
Royal Caribbean International
Star of the Seas
Caribbean
15.08.2027 · 7 nights Port of departure: Port Canaveral, Florida, USA ALL (NO DRINKS)

Port Canaveral, Florida, USA, Perfect Day Cococay, Bahamas, At Sea, Charlotte Amalie, St. Thomas, Philipsburg, St. Maarten, At Sea, At Sea, Port Canaveral, Florida, USA

from 3,454 EUR
I Interior 3,736 EUR
B Balcony 4,123 EUR

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Celebrity Constellation
Celebrity Cruises
Celebrity Constellation
Mediterranean/Europe
27.09.2027 · 11 nights Port of departure: Ravenna, Italy ALL (NO DRINKS)

Ravenna, Italy, Split Croatia, Dubrovnik, Croatia, Bar, Montenegro, At Sea, Sicily (Messina), Italy, Amalfi Coast (Salerno) -Italy, At Sea, Portofino, Italy, Livorno, Italy, Livorno, Italy, Civitavecchia, Italy

from 3,459 EUR
I Interior 3,687 EUR
B Balcony 4,233 EUR
S Suite 11,762 EUR

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Norwegian Spirit
Norwegian Cruise Line
Norwegian Spirit
Australia & New Zealand
12.04.2028 · 11 nights Port of departure: Sydney, Australia ALL

Sydney, Australia, At Sea, Burnie, Tasmania, At Sea, Kangaroo Island, Australia, Adelaide, Australia, Adelaide, Australia, At Sea, Melbourne, Australia, Melbourne, Australia, At Sea, Sydney, Australia

from 3,949 EUR
I Interior 3,949 EUR
O Ocean View 4,949 EUR
B Balcony 8,129 EUR
S Suite 18,199 EUR

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Celebrity Equinox
Celebrity Cruises
Celebrity Equinox
Mediterranean/Europe
30.03.2027 · 11 nights Port of departure: Barcelona, Spain ALL (NO DRINKS)

Barcelona, Spain, At Sea, Tangier, Morocco, At Sea, Madeira (Funchal), Portugal, At Sea, Oporto, Lisbon, Portugal, Seville (Cadiz), Spain, Malaga, Spain, At Sea, Barcelona, Spain

from 3,464 EUR
I Interior 3,692 EUR
B Balcony 4,177 EUR
S Suite 12,143 EUR

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Allure of the Seas
Royal Caribbean International
Allure of the Seas
Caribbean
27.12.2026 · 7 nights Port of departure: Miami, Florida ALL (NO DRINKS)

Miami, Florida, At Sea, Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic, San Juan, Puerto Rico, At Sea, Perfect Day Cococay, Bahamas, Nassau, Bahamas, Miami, Florida

from 3,466 EUR
B Balcony 3,862 EUR
S Suite 8,683 EUR

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Costa Fascinosa
Costa Cruises
Costa Fascinosa
Mediterranean/Europe
01.08.2027 · 10 nights Port of departure: Valencia, Spain ALL (NO DRINKS)

Valencia, Spain, Alborán Sea, Malaga, Spain, Alicante, Spain, Formentera Bay, Ibiza, Spain, Palma de Mallorca, Spain, Toulon-la Seyne sur Mer, Ligurian Sea Darkest Spot, Savona, Olbia, Costa Smeralda (Italia), Aranci Gulf, Valencia, Spain

from 3,958 EUR
I Interior 3,958 EUR
O Ocean View 4,718 EUR
B Balcony 5,378 EUR
S Suite 6,118 EUR

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Celebrity Xcel
Celebrity Cruises
Celebrity Xcel
Caribbean
27.12.2026 · 7 nights Port of departure: Miami, Florida ALL (NO DRINKS)

Miami, Florida, Nassau, Bahamas, At Sea, Charlotte Amalie, St. Thomas, St. Johns, Antigua, At Sea, At Sea, Miami, Florida

from 3,471 EUR
I Interior 3,471 EUR
B Balcony 4,838 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.