Transit Desk

Crossing brief

How far is it from Hungary to Germany?

Distance
It is about 688 km (428 mi) from Hungary to Germany as the crow flies — roughly 1 h 25 min by non-stop flight.

Budapest to Berlin

Hungary Germany
Distance
688 km
In miles
428 mi
Flight time
1 h 25 min
Time change
0 h

Distance is the great-circle distance between the capitals (Budapest and Berlin); flight time is an estimate for a non-stop route at cruising speed. Real schedules vary with routing, winds and connections.

This is a short-haul route: among the 59 countries we cover, Germany is the #6 closest to Hungary, making it one of the closer destinations.

Crossing from Hungary to Germany

The practical differences you will notice on this specific trip.

Time on arrivalNo change from Hungary
PowerNo plug adapter needed — both use Type C/F sockets. Voltage is the same (230V).
Money1 HUF = 0.003 EUR — exchange Hungarian Forint for Euro before or on arrival.

Common questions

How far is Hungary from Germany?

About 688 km (428 miles) in a straight line between the two capitals.

How long is the flight from Hungary to Germany?

A non-stop flight takes roughly 1 h 25 min, though actual times depend on the exact airports and routing.

Will I be jet-lagged flying to Germany?

There is no time change, so jet lag should be minimal.

Updated July 2, 2026