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

Adventure of the Seas
Royal Caribbean International
Adventure of the Seas
Caribbean
01.12.2027 · 9 nights Port of departure: Port Canaveral, Florida, USA ALL (NO DRINKS)

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

from €1,998
B Balcony €3,944
S Suite €5,412

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Grandeur of the Seas
Royal Caribbean International
Grandeur of the Seas
Caribbean
18.12.2027 · 7 nights Port of departure: Colon ALL (NO DRINKS)

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

from €1,999
I Interior €2,017
B Balcony €3,362
S Suite €3,875

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Grandeur of the Seas
Royal Caribbean International
Grandeur of the Seas
Caribbean
15.04.2028 · 7 nights Port of departure: Colon ALL (NO DRINKS)

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

from €1,999
I Interior €2,017
B Balcony €3,256
S Suite €4,087

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MSC Virtuosa
MSC Cruises
MSC Virtuosa
Mediterranean/Europe
16.11.2027 · 13 nights Port of departure: Barcelona, Spain ALL (NO DRINKS)

Barcelona, Spain, At Sea, Malaga, Spain, At Sea, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain, At Sea, At Sea, At Sea, At Sea, At Sea, At Sea, Maceio, At Sea, Salvador de Bahia, Brazil

from €2,001
I Interior €2,001
O Ocean View €2,450
B Balcony €2,391

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Grandeur of the Seas
Royal Caribbean International
Grandeur of the Seas
Caribbean
28.03.2027 · 7 nights Port of departure: Cartagena, Colombia ALL (NO DRINKS)

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

from €2,001
I Interior €2,455
B Balcony €2,933
S Suite €3,517

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MSC Magnifica
MSC Cruises
MSC Magnifica
Northern Europe and Norwegian fjords
03.09.2027 · 6 nights Port of departure: Oslo, Norway ALL (NO DRINKS)

Oslo, Norway, Copenhagen, Denmark, Warnemünde, Alemania, Gdansk (Gdynia), Poland, Klaipeda, Lithuania, Riga, Latvia, Stockholm, Sweden

from €2,002
I Interior €2,002
O Ocean View €2,262
B Balcony €2,682

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Celebrity Infinity
Celebrity Cruises
Celebrity Infinity
Mediterranean/Europe
18.09.2027 · 9 nights Port of departure: Athens (Piraeus), Greece ALL (NO DRINKS)

Athens (Piraeus), Greece, Kavala, Greece, Thessaloniki, Greece, At Sea, Rhodes, Greece, Ephesus (Kusadasi), Turkiye, Mykonos, Greece, Santorini, Greece, At Sea, Athens (Piraeus), Greece

from €2,002
I Interior €2,119
B Balcony €3,513
S Suite €7,958

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Celebrity Beyond
Celebrity Cruises
Celebrity Beyond
Caribbean
20.12.2026 · 7 nights Port of departure: Fort Lauderdale, Florida ALL (NO DRINKS)

Fort Lauderdale, Florida, At Sea, At Sea, Basseterre, St. Kitts, San Juan, Puerto Rico, At Sea, Perfect Day Cococay, Bahamas, Fort Lauderdale, Florida

from €2,003
I Interior €2,003
B Balcony €2,848

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Freedom of the Seas
Royal Caribbean International
Freedom of the Seas
Caribbean
02.12.2027 · 9 nights Port of departure: Miami, Florida ALL (NO DRINKS)

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

from €2,004
B Balcony €3,230
S Suite €3,981

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Celebrity Solstice
Celebrity Cruises
Celebrity Solstice
Alaska
20.08.2027 · 7 nights Port of departure: Seward, Alaska ALL (NO DRINKS)

Seward, Alaska, Hubbard Glacier (Cruising), Juneau, Alaska, Skagway, Alaska, Icy Strait Point, Alaska, Ketchikan, Alaska, USA, Inside Passage (Cruising), Vancouver, British Columbia

from €2,005
I Interior €2,214
O Ocean View €3,065
B Balcony €2,665
S Suite €9,575

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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.