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

Norwegian Luna
Norwegian Cruise Line
Norwegian Luna
Caribbean
09.01.2027 · 7 nights Port of departure: Miami, Florida ALL

Miami, Florida, At Sea, Roatan, Honduras, Harvest Caye, Costa Maya, Mexico, Cozumel, Mexico, At Sea, Miami, Florida

from €1,853
I Interior €1,853
O Ocean View €2,033
B Balcony €2,933
S Suite €3,423

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Norwegian Luna
Norwegian Cruise Line
Norwegian Luna
Caribbean
06.02.2027 · 7 nights Port of departure: Miami, Florida ALL

Miami, Florida, At Sea, Roatan, Honduras, Harvest Caye, Costa Maya, Mexico, Cozumel, Mexico, At Sea, Miami, Florida

from €1,853
I Interior €1,853
O Ocean View €2,213
B Balcony €3,153
S Suite €3,763

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MSC Splendida
MSC Cruises
MSC Splendida
South America and Antarctica
19.03.2028 · 8 nights Port of departure: Rio de Janeiro, Brazil ALL (NO DRINKS)

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, Ilhabela, Brazil, Camboriu, Brazil, At Sea, Punta del Este, Uruguay, Buenos Aires, Argentina, At Sea, At Sea, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

from €1,854
I Interior €1,854
O Ocean View €2,074
B Balcony €2,634
S Suite €3,494

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MSC Splendida
MSC Cruises
MSC Splendida
South America and Antarctica
16.03.2028 · 8 nights Port of departure: Buenos Aires, Argentina ALL (NO DRINKS)

Buenos Aires, Argentina, At Sea, At Sea, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, Ilhabela, Brazil, Camboriu, Brazil, At Sea, Punta del Este, Uruguay, Buenos Aires, Argentina

from €1,854
I Interior €1,854
O Ocean View €2,074
B Balcony €2,634
S Suite €3,494

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Explorer of the Seas
Royal Caribbean International
Explorer of the Seas
Caribbean
19.03.2028 · 6 nights Port of departure: Fort Lauderdale, Florida ALL (NO DRINKS)

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

from €1,854
I Interior €1,854
O Ocean View €2,261
B Balcony €2,330
S Suite €4,399

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MSC World Europa
MSC Cruises
MSC World Europa
Panama Canal
09.01.2027 · 14 nights Port of departure: Fort de France, Martinique ALL (NO DRINKS)

Fort de France, Martinique, Pointe-A-Pitre, Guadalupe, Castries, St. Lucia, Bridgetown, Barbados, Kingstown, St. Vincent, Saint George, Grenada, At Sea, Fort de France, Martinique, Pointe-A-Pitre, Guadalupe, At Sea, Philipsburg, St. Maarten, St John S, Antigua and Barbuda, Basseterre, Saint Kitts, Nevis, Roseau, Dominica, Fort de France, Martinique

from €1,855
I Interior €1,855
O Ocean View €2,365
B Balcony €2,874

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Icon of the Seas
Royal Caribbean International
Icon of the Seas
Caribbean
05.12.2027 · 7 nights Port of departure: Galveston, Texas ALL (NO DRINKS)

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

from €1,855
I Interior €1,855
B Balcony €2,209

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Explorer of the Seas
Royal Caribbean International
Explorer of the Seas
Mediterranean/Europe
17.05.2027 · 7 nights Port of departure: Venice, Italy ALL (NO DRINKS)

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

from €1,856
I Interior €1,981
O Ocean View €4,052
B Balcony €3,104
S Suite €5,074

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MSC WORLD ASIA
MSC Cruises
MSC WORLD ASIA
Mediterranean/Europe
19.06.2027 · 7 nights Port of departure: Marseille, Provence, France ALL (NO DRINKS)

Marseille, Provence, France, Genoa, Italy, Naples, Italy, Sicily (Messina), Italy, Valetta, Malta, At Sea, Barcelona, Spain, Marseille, Provence, France

from €1,857
I Interior €1,857
O Ocean View €2,946
B Balcony €3,306

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MSC Virtuosa
MSC Cruises
MSC Virtuosa
Mediterranean/Europe
06.08.2028 · 7 nights Port of departure: Livorno, Italy ALL (NO DRINKS)

Livorno, Italy, Marseille, Provence, France, Barcelona, Spain, At Sea, La Goulette, Tunisia, Palermo, Sicily, Italy, Naples, Italy, Livorno, Italy

from €1,857
I Interior €1,857
O Ocean View €2,886
B Balcony €2,157

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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.