Flying from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) to Tampa: what you need to know
The timezone in Tampa is UTC-4. The city is 5 hours behind Budapest, where Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport is located.
Leave enough time to get on your flight from BUD to Tampa. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak time like July? Public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Finding a stopover on your flight from BUD to Tampa is simple. Whether you'd like to potentially save cash on your fare or discover a new city, just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see your options. A major stop is London Heathrow Airport (LHR).
You will need an ETA for United States if you hold a passport from Hungary and are visiting for tourism purposes. Travel documentation and visa requirements change frequently. So before you book your cheap ticket from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Tampa, check with your airline and the destination country's local embassy or consulate for the latest updates.
BUD is about 24 kilometres from central Budapest. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 31 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be approximately 58 minutes.
Have an early flight from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Tampa? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays near BUD:
How to find the cheapest flights from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) to Tampa
$945 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Tampa. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $843. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
To score cheap tickets from BUD to Tampa, book in advance. Airlines generally offer lower fares when flights are first made available.
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Airports in Tampa
Tampa International Airport (TPA)
Tampa International Airport (TPA) to the centre of Tampa is around 13 minutes by car. It's approximately 13 kilometres away.
Travelling by public transport typically takes 57 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Tampa. Stay at one of these accommodation options near TPA instead:
St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport (PIE)
St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport (PIE) is about 29 kilometres from central Tampa. Following your flight from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Tampa, it'll take you around 23 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
You can expect the trip to take approximately 2 hours and 11 minutes on public transport.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and unwind at a hotel near PIE. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your flight from BUD to Tampa:
Best time to go to Tampa
July is the busiest month for flights from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Tampa. To skip the crowds, head for Tampa in May when it's quieter.
Before locking in your flight from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Tampa, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Tampa, with the temperature ranging from 24ºC to 33ºC.
Search for cheap flights from BUD to Tampa in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 9ºC and 23ºC on average.
More about Tampa
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Tampa right here. Explore these options after you've booked your flight from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Tampa:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to figure out where to start. Ybor City Tattoo Company, Tampa Riverwalk and The Florida Aquarium are top sights which should be on any well-planned Tampa itinerary.
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