ZH
IT
DE
Daily flights from Budapest to major Asian metropolis confirmed!
Travellers between Hungary and South Korea will soon enjoy unprecedented flexibility, as direct flights between Budapest and Seoul are set to operate every day of the week from April under the 2026 summer timetable.
South Korea’s Asiana Airlines has confirmed it will increase its Budapest service from two to three weekly flights, adding a new Wednesday rotation alongside its existing Friday and Sunday services. The expansion means that, together with Korean Air’s four weekly flights, direct connections between the two capitals will now be available daily.
Three weekly Asiana flights with A350s
According to updated booking systems, Asiana Airlines will operate the route between 3 April and 24 October 2026 using its Airbus A350-900 aircraft, AIRportal.hu reports.
The flight schedule remains unchanged:
- Departure from Seoul (Incheon): 12:35 local time
- Arrival in Budapest: 18:05
- Return from Budapest: 20:00
- Arrival back in Seoul the following day: 13:40
The additional Wednesday service complements the existing Friday and Sunday departures, significantly improving connectivity for both leisure and business travellers.
Korean Air completes the daily schedule
With Asiana’s new frequency, the route will effectively operate daily thanks to Korean Air’s Boeing 787-9 Dreamliners, which fly to Budapest four times a week on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays.
Together, the two carriers now ensure uninterrupted direct links between the Hungarian and South Korean capitals throughout the week.
Strengthening ties between Hungary and South Korea
The expanded schedule shows the growing economic and tourism ties between the two countries. South Korean investment in Hungary has surged in recent years, particularly in the electric vehicle battery and manufacturing sectors, creating increased demand for business travel.
The development also follows Korean Air’s acquisition of a majority stake in Asiana Airlines, announced in December 2024 after four years of negotiations. Once integration is completed, Asiana will continue operating as a subsidiary of the Korean flag carrier.
Budapest’s direct Seoul links have evolved considerably over the past decade. Asiana previously served the city only with seasonal charter flights using Boeing 777 aircraft, while LOT Polish Airlines discontinued its Budapest–Seoul route in spring 2025.
If you missed it: