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CMH — BUD
23 Apr — 30 Apr1
1 adult
Tue 23/4
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Flights to Budapest in 2024

Find the latest flights to Budapest in 2024, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 119,480 searches and data was last updated on 18 April 2024.

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$3,163
High demand for flights, 4% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 1% potential price drop
Average for return flights in April 2024

Average price of flights to Budapest by month

Plan your trip to Budapest by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight to Budapest is currently $0 while a return flight costs $0. Price data was last updated on 14 April 2024.

Temperature and rainfall in Budapest by month

Plan your trip to Budapest by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

BUD

Temperature

0 - 20 °C

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Budapest, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 20.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 0.0 C).

When is the best time to book a flight to Budapest?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight to Budapest. Price data was last updated on 28 January 2024.
The price you pay for your flight to Budapest may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 33 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.
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When is the cheapest time to fly to Budapest?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return to Budapest. Price data was last updated on 14 April 2024.
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Users looking for the lowest fares to Budapest should consider flying on Monday mornings, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travellers will want to avoid Monday afternoons, when prices are usually at their highest.
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  • How long is the flight to Budapest?

    New Zealand has a handful of different cities that usually have Budapest flight deals, like Auckland and Queenstown. If your flight to Budapest, Hungary, departs from Auckland, you can expect your trip to last approximately 29 to 38h in total. Those that will be flying out of Queenstown will usually have a journey that takes between 34 and 43h.

  • Are there nonstop flights to Budapest?

    Unfortunately, nonstop flights from New Zealand to Budapest are not currently available. Depending on what your departure city is, you may have anywhere from two to three layovers before reaching your destination. When flying out of Auckland Airport (AKL) to Budapest Airport (BUD), you will have to make two or three stops and these may occur in cities such as Dubai, Frankfurt, and Singapore. If you’re flying from Queenstown Airport (ZQN) to Budapest Airport, Budapest, you will also have two or three layovers, and these will usually be in towns like Auckland, Singapore, or Zurich.

  • How do you get from the Budapest airport to the city centre?

    Once you have landed in Budapest, there are a few ways that you can travel to the city centre. If you choose to drive, the journey will take you between 30 and 40min if there is no additional traffic or bad weather conditions. You may be able to use a ridesharing app at the airport, such as Uber. There are also local taxis waiting just outside of the Arrivals Terminal. If you would like to rent your own vehicle, you can do so from several different companies, such as Avis, Europcar, and SIXT. Public transportation is an option as well, and if you take bus line 200E and train line S50, you will arrive at the city centre in around 25min.

  • What are some things to do in Budapest?

    With its rich culture and numerous attractions, you’ll never run out of things to see and do during your stay in Budapest. Art lovers won’t want to miss out on the chance to visit Buda Castle, which dates back to the 1200s and is known for housing a large Hungarian art collection. There is also St. Stephen's Basilica, an impressive church that periodically is a venue for musical performances. If you feel like pampering yourself, go to the Széchenyi Thermal Bath, which is the largest medicinal bath in Europe. You can always spend a few hours wandering through Central Market Hall, which is a great place to buy local delicacies, produce, and souvenirs.

  • Do I need a passport or visa to fly to Budapest?

    If you have a New Zealand passport and intend on staying in Budapest for less than 90 consecutive days, you do not need a visa to go on your trip. However, all travellers will need to present a valid passport that will not expire within six months of your scheduled return flight to New Zealand. In addition, your passport must have at least two pages that are blank in order for you to receive your stamp from immigration upon arrival.

  • What does BUD mean?

    Great question - BUD just means Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl Airport. Now you’ll know what this unique code and ones like it mean when you look for flights!

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Budapest?

    For a flight to Budapest, you will be flying into Ferenc Liszt Intl. Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl (BUD) is just 16.5 km from the centre of the city.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Budapest if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Budapest on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Budapest?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, China Eastern is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Budapest.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Budapest?

    null is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Budapest. One-way flights to null typically cost null, while return flights cost around null.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Budapest depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Budapest, Wellington offers the quickest one-way flight (33 hours 50 minutes).

  • Does Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl Airport have rental cars?

    Yes. Those touching down at Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl Airport can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl Airport?

    Yes. Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl Airport has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. ibis Styles Budapest Airport is the closest property to Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl Airport (0.0 km away from Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl Airport).

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