Flying from Glasgow to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD): What you need to know
Glasgow has two main airports where you can kick off your travels. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Glasgow to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) heading out from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) or Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK).
Take off on a direct Glasgow to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport flight and you'll be travelling for an average of 3 hours.
Budapest is one hour ahead of Glasgow. Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport is located in Budapest, which follows the UTC+1 timezone.
Glasgow International Airport (GLA) to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) is the most popular route, with 2 direct services every week. Get from GLA to BUD on Wizz Air's 9am departure.
Leave enough time to get on your flight from Glasgow to BUD. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
With more travellers during high season, it's smart to get to your terminal earlier than usual. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international journeys will help you deal with longer queues.
Airports in Glasgow
Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
You can hop on a direct flight from Glasgow to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) departing from Glasgow International Airport (GLA).
When jetting out of GLA, you can catch a direct flight from Glasgow to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport with Wizz Air.
The preferred airline for passengers flying between GLA and BUD is Wizz Air.
Wizz Air takes the top spot for on-time performance. An impressive 80.0% of its services on this route reach their destination on schedule.
GLA is around 14 kilometres from central Glasgow. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 35 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your journey? Stay near Glasgow International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Glasgow to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport or prefer not to feel hurried, these hotels are just the thing:
70.07% of flights departing from Glasgow International Airport arrive at their destination on time.
Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK)
Maximise your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Glasgow to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport. Check out these connections between Glasgow Prestwick Airport and BUD:
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Tenerife South Airport (TFS)
Lanzarote Airport (ACE)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Glasgow to PIK in about 55 minutes. The terminal is roughly 48 kilometres away, and getting there by car takes approximately 40 minutes.
Start your holiday sooner with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Glasgow to BUD flight, stay in one of these hotels close to Glasgow Prestwick Airport:
76.7% of all departures from Glasgow Prestwick Airport make it to their destination as expected.
About Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)
Have a late flight from Glasgow to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport? Don't let it leave you bleary-eyed. Stay at one of these hotels near BUD and hit the pillow fast:
Grab a Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport rental car and explore Budapest and beyond with your own set of wheels. Klass Wagen, Dryyve and Green Motion are well-known companies you can book with here.
To get the lowest price, book your vehicle around four weeks ahead of your Glasgow 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.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour.
How to find the cheapest flights from Glasgow to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Glasgow to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport is $57. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $143. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares can change.
Booking in advance is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Glasgow to BUD. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
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The best time to fly from Glasgow to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)
It's time to decide when to book your flight from Glasgow to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD). July is the most popular month to visit Budapest. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Budapest is August, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Book your Glasgow to BUD flight ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Look for cheap tickets from Glasgow to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -8ºC (18ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF).
More about Budapest
Once you've booked your flight from Glasgow to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport, find a hotel that offers a good mix of location and comfort. Make one of these options your base for exploring Budapest:
River Danube and Fisherman's Bastion are just two of the popular attractions to put on your Budapest to-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Hungarian Parliament Building.
Explore more of Hungary
Budapest has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Hungary waiting to be discovered. Around 177 kilometres east of Budapest, a visit to Debrecen will keep your itinerary busy. Start with popular sights like Hortobagy National Park, Nagyerdei Park and Debreceni Zsinagóga.
Around 137 kilometres north-east of Budapest, Miskolc is another essential stop in Hungary. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Miskolc-Tapolca cave bath, Bukk National Park and Diósgyőr: Történelmi Emlékhely.