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Distance from Prague to Budapest

445 km (277 miles) — straight-line distance as the crow flies

445 km

Kilometers

277 miles

Miles

~1h 1m

Est. Flight

Time Difference

Prague

Czech Republic
Area: 496 km²
Population: 1.4M
Elevation: 235m

Budapest

Hungary
Area: 525 km²
Population: 1.69M
Elevation: 117m

Prague and Budapest are relatively close, separated by less than 500 kilometers.

Prague is known for Charles Bridge and Prague Castle, while Budapest is famous for Buda Castle and Hungarian Parliament Building.

In terms of city area, Budapest is 1.1x larger than Prague. You can compare their sizes visually on our side-by-side map comparison.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How far is Prague from Budapest?

The straight-line (as the crow flies) distance from Prague to Budapest is 445 km (277 miles).

How long is the flight from Prague to Budapest?

A direct flight would take approximately 1h 1m, based on an average commercial jet speed of 850 km/h.

Is Prague bigger than Budapest?

Budapest is larger at 525 km², compared to 496 km².

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