Flying from Alicante Airport (ALC) to Budapest Airport (BUD): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Alicante Airport to Budapest Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 3 hours.
Alicante and Budapest are in the UTC+1 timezone. That means you won't have to change your watch on arrival.
Every week, there are ten Alicante Airport to Budapest Airport flights. If you want to jet off as early as possible, select the 05:45 Ryanair flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before you fly, the last departure is at 21:50 with Wizz Air.
Your ALC to BUD flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Travelling during a peak month such as July? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Jetting into Budapest (and then seeing more of Hungary!) is a cinch with Wizz Air. This popular carrier has direct flights from Alicante Airport to Budapest Airport.
Wizz Air is the airline most travellers choose for this route.
With a dependable 87.18% of services arriving as planned, Wizz Air is the most punctual carrier operating ALC to BUD flights.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Alicante Airport to Budapest Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Check out these options between ALC and BUD:
Vienna Airport
Nice Airport
Marseille Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Alicante Airport (ALC) to Budapest Airport (BUD)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Alicante Airport to Budapest Airport flight is $53. A return fare is currently $102. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To score cheap tickets from ALC to BUD, reserve your journey one month ahead of your departure date.
Plan your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for flights from Alicante Airport to Budapest Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across every month.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from ALC to BUD by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Alicante Airport to Budapest Airport.
Handy information about Alicante Airport (ALC)
79% of flights that take off from Alicante Airport land at their destination on schedule.
Alicante Airport is about 10 kilometres from central Alicante. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 25 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel near ALC? If you've booked an early flight from Alicante Airport to Budapest Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Budapest Airport (BUD)
If you have a late Alicante Airport to Budapest Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed shortly after at one of these options near BUD:
Follow your own route with a Budapest Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Klass Wagen, Dryyve or Green Motion and see more of Budapest and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Budapest Airport about four weeks in advance can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Budapest Airport (BUD) to central Budapest
Budapest Airport to the centre of Budapest has a drive time of around 25 minutes. It's approximately 16 kilometres away.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of about 40 minutes.
When to fly to Budapest Airport (BUD)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Alicante Airport to Budapest Airport. June is the most popular month to head to Budapest. If you'd like a more low-key vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Budapest is August, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Lock in your flights from Alicante Airport to Budapest Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January has average temperatures of between -8ºC (18ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF). Search for cheap tickets from ALC to BUD around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Hungary
You've done Budapest, now it's time to explore more of Hungary. Travel about 193 kilometres east to Debrecen to check off its must-visit sights. From Hortobágy National Park to Nagyerdei Park and Debreceni Zsinagóga, your itinerary will be busy.
Around 145 kilometres north-east of Budapest, Miskolc is another favourite stop in Hungary. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Miskolctapolca Cave Bath, Bukk National Park and Diósgyőr: Történelmi Emlékhely.