Travelling from Zayed International Airport (AUH) to Budapest Airport (BUD): what you need to know
Around 6 hours 5 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Zayed International Airport to Budapest Airport.
Budapest's timezone is UTC+1, making Budapest three hours behind Abu Dhabi.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your AUH to BUD flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
Flying during a peak time like December? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Wizz Air is your gateway to discovering Budapest (and perhaps some other exciting corners of Hungary!). Browse the direct flights from Zayed International Airport to Budapest Airport offered by this carrier.
Most travellers choose to travel with Wizz Air on this route.
Wizz Air is the most punctual carrier that operates AUH to BUD flights.
If you want to add a stop to your trip, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Zayed International Airport to Budapest Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between AUH and BUD:
Istanbul Airport
Athens International Airport
Ben Gurion Intl Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Zayed International Airport (AUH) to Budapest Airport (BUD)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Zayed International Airport to Budapest Airport flight is $100. A return fare right now is $205. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Score cheap tickets from AUH to BUD by booking at least 11 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
April is the cheapest month for flights from Zayed International Airport to Budapest Airport. If you want to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from AUH to BUD by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a new low fare is offered.
Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Zayed International Airport to Budapest Airport.
Handy information about Zayed International Airport (AUH)
Of the flights that depart from Zayed International Airport, 75% land on schedule at their destination.
To reach Zayed International Airport from central Abu Dhabi, it'll take around 30 minutes by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 32 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a trip time of around 1 hour when using public transport.
Looking for a handy hotel near AUH? If you're catching an early flight from Zayed International Airport to Budapest Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Budapest Airport (BUD)
Consider staying in a hotel close to BUD if you have a late Zayed International Airport to Budapest Airport flight. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Go where the road takes you with a Budapest Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Klass Wagen, Dryyve or Green Motion and venture far and wide through Budapest and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Budapest Airport about four weeks ahead boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Budapest Airport (BUD) to central Budapest
Budapest Airport is approximately 16 kilometres from the centre of Budapest. The drive time takes around 25 minutes.
It'll take around 40 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Budapest Airport (BUD)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Zayed International Airport to Budapest Airport. June is the most popular month to visit Budapest. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Budapest is August, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Book your flights from Zayed International Airport to Budapest Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from AUH to BUD in January. Average temperatures are between -8ºC (18ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF) then.
Explore more of Hungary
Budapest has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Hungary you'll want to see. Around 193 kilometres east of Budapest, a visit to Debrecen will keep you on the go. Start with leading sights like Hortobágy National Park, Nagyerdei Park and Debreceni Zsinagóga.
Miskolc is another sought-after destination in Hungary and is around 145 kilometres north-east of Budapest. No trip is complete without experiencing Miskolctapolca Cave Bath, Bukk National Park and Diósgyőr: Történelmi Emlékhely.