Travelling from Belfast to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD): What you need to know
Get your holiday planning started by considering where you'll take off for your flight from Belfast to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD). Belfast International Airport (BFS) and George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD) are the two main airports in Belfast.
Around 2 hours 55 minutes is how long you'll be in the air on a direct Belfast to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport flight.
Budapest is one hour ahead of Belfast. Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport is located in Budapest, which is in the UTC+1 timezone.
The most popular route is from Belfast International Airport (BFS) to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD). Take your pick of 2 direct services every week. Ryanair UK operates a 5:45am departure between BFS and BUD.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Make sure you're at the airport on time to board your flight from Belfast to BUD.
If you're heading away during a bank holiday or other peak period, give yourself extra time. Arrive two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at check-in and security will be longer.
Airports in Belfast
Belfast International Airport (BFS)
Reach your destination without the detour from Belfast International Airport (BFS). Direct flights from Belfast to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) operate from here.
You can get away on a direct flight from Belfast to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport with Ryanair. This top carrier offers services from BFS.
The top choice among passengers flying between BFS and BUD is Ryanair.
Ryanair takes the lead in punctuality. A reliable 100.0% of its services on this route land as scheduled.
The journey from central Belfast to BFS takes around 2 hours on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 32 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Catching an early flight from Belfast to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near Belfast International Airport:
67.55% of flights that leave from Belfast International Airport land at their destination on time.
George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)
Turn your flight into part of the adventure with a stopover on your flight from Belfast to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport. Here's where you can connect between George Best Belfast City Airport and BUD:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Manchester Airport (MAN)
Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
You can reach BHD from central Belfast in approximately 10 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The journey by public transport takes roughly 20 minutes to travel the 8 kilometres or so.
Got a crack-of-dawn departure? Think about staying at one of these hotels near George Best Belfast City Airport the day before your Belfast to BUD flight:
George Best Belfast City Airport has an on-time performance of 68.3%. This figure highlights how frequently flights that take off from this airport make it to their destination on schedule.
About Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Belfast to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your luggage at baggage claim and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these options near BUD:
Grab a Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport rental car and discover Budapest and beyond with your own wheels. Klass Wagen, Dryyve and Green Motion are leading providers you can book with here.
Lock in the best rate by booking your ride around four weeks ahead of your Belfast to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport flight.
Getting from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) to central Budapest
From Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport, central Budapest is around 24 kilometres away. It takes about 30 minutes to reach the city centre by car.
Travelling by public transport takes roughly 1 hour.
How to find the cheapest flights from Belfast to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Belfast to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport is $51. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $120. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares could change.
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The best month for picking up cheap Belfast to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport tickets is August. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then select the dates with the lowest fares.
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The best time to fly from Belfast to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)
April is the quietest month for flights from Belfast to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD), while July is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Budapest based on whether you like a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Budapest is August, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Book your Belfast to BUD flight ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
Search for cheap tickets from Belfast to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -8ºC (18ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF).
More about Budapest
Start your Budapest trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Belfast to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
Every great adventure has to include some sightseeing. River Danube, Fisherman's Bastion and Hungarian Parliament Building are attractions you won't want to skip in Budapest.
Explore more of Hungary
Debrecen is just one of the many cities in Hungary waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Budapest. Around 177 kilometres away to the east, its best attractions include Hortobagy National Park, Nagyerdei Park and Debreceni Zsinagóga.
If you're interested in discovering another side of Hungary, consider Miskolc, about 137 kilometres north-east of Budapest. Miskolc-Tapolca cave bath, Bukk National Park and Diósgyőr: Történelmi Emlékhely are the start of reasons to visit.