Flying from Budapest Airport (BUD) to Havana Airport (HAV): what you need to know
Havana's timezone is UTC-5, which makes Havana six hours behind Budapest.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Be at the airport on time to catch your BUD to HAV flight.
Flying during a peak month like June? Public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Budapest Airport to Havana Airport. Here are the top stopovers between BUD and HAV:
Istanbul Airport
Frankfurt am Main Airport
Madrid Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Budapest Airport (BUD) to Havana Airport (HAV)
Currently, $678 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Budapest Airport to Havana Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $1,639. Remember that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.
To score cheap tickets from BUD to HAV, book in advance. Airlines generally offer the most competitive fares when flights are first made available.
Getting cheap flights from Budapest Airport to Havana Airport is easy if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the best prices throughout the month and snap up a great deal.
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Find the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Budapest Airport to Havana Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Budapest Airport (BUD)
81% of flights departing from Budapest Airport reach their destination as planned. With its strong performance rating, you're unlikely to be delayed when taking off from BUD.
Central Budapest to Budapest Airport is around 16 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving.
You can expect a journey time of roughly 40 minutes on public transport.
Get your journey off to a relaxed start by staying near BUD. Whether you're taking an early flight from Budapest Airport to Havana Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Havana Airport (HAV)
Stay moments from your arrivals gate if you're touching down on a late Budapest Airport to Havana Airport flight. Migaby House is one option near HAV. Or check in and enjoy some rest at Hostal Doña Amalia Cuba before travelling to your final destination.
Getting from Havana Airport (HAV) to central Havana
Havana Airport is roughly 16 kilometres from central Havana. The drive time takes around 25 minutes.
Getting to the centre by public transport typically takes 1 hour.
When to fly to Havana Airport (HAV)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Budapest Airport to Havana Airport. October is the most popular month to visit Havana. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in March.
Book your flight from Budapest Airport to Havana Airport for July if you want to go to Havana during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 23ºC (73ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from BUD to HAV in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 17ºC (63ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF) on average.
Explore more of Cuba
You've seen Havana, now it's time to explore more of Cuba. Travel about 499 kilometres east to Camaguey to check off its top attractions. From Iglesia de Nuestra Senora de la Merced to Catedral de Senora de la Candelaria and Iglesia de Santa Ana, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Around 257 kilometres east of Havana, Santa Clara is another favourite stop in Cuba. No visit is complete without checking out Che Guevara Mausoleum, Plaza de La Revolución Ernesto Che Guevara, Santa Clara Cuba and Abbey Road Park (The Beatles park).