Budapest to Ljubljana flights
Ljubljana lies 381 km (237 mi) south-west of Budapest, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 14 min gate to gate, based on the distance and typical cruise speed with taxi and climb allowed for; connecting itineraries add the layover on top.
| Budapest | Ljubljana | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Hungary | Slovenia |
| Population | 1.7 million | 272,220 |
| Elevation | 104 m (341 ft) | 295 m (968 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Europe/Budapest) | UTC+2 (Europe/Ljubljana) |
| Nearest large airport | BUD, 18 km out | LJU, 20 km out |
| Postal codes | 1007–1239 | 1500–1600 |
What changes when you arrive in Ljubljana
Crossing from Hungary into Slovenia: money changes from the Forint to the Euro (EUR); the dialling code becomes +386; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q1061257 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648804.
Airports at each end
Leaving Budapest
Budapest is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Budapest Liszt Ferenc International Airport (BUD), 18 km (11 mi) from the centre, whose 12,162-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
Arriving in Ljubljana
Ljubljana is served by 4 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Ljubljana Jože Pučnik Airport (LJU), 20 km (12 mi) from the centre, whose 10,827-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are Klagenfurt Airport (KLU, 67 km), Trieste Airport (TRS, 84 km), Rijeka Airport (RJK, 93 km).
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ljubljana Jože Pučnik Airport | LJU | 20 km (12 mi) | 10,827 ft | 1,273 ft |
| Klagenfurt Airport | KLU | 67 km (42 mi) | 8,924 ft | 1,472 ft |
| Trieste Airport | TRS | 84 km (52 mi) | 9,843 ft | 39 ft |
| Rijeka Airport | RJK | 93 km (58 mi) | 8,164 ft | 278 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Ljubljana from Budapest?
381 km (237 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Budapest.
How long does it take to get from Budapest to Ljubljana by air?
About 1 h 14 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Budapest and Ljubljana?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Budapest to Ljubljana flights?
Typically Budapest Liszt Ferenc International Airport (BUD) to Ljubljana Jože Pučnik Airport (LJU); Ljubljana also has KLU, TRS, RJK.
What currency do I need in Ljubljana?
The Euro (EUR).
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.