Flying from Philadelphia to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD): What you need to know
Philadelphia's main base, Philadelphia International Airport (PHL), is where new adventures begin. Explore the departure options from here when planning your flight from Philadelphia to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD).
The timezone in Budapest is UTC+1, which is five hours ahead of Philadelphia. Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport is located in Budapest.
To ensure you get on your flight from Philadelphia to BUD, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
High season means busier airports, so be there even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for international journeys to keep to your schedule.
Airports in Philadelphia
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to take a travel break and perhaps even explore a different city. When browsing cheap flights from Philadelphia to BUD leaving from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to get ideas for where to visit along the way. Here's where you could connect through:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
Travelling from central Philadelphia to PHL takes around 45 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 19 kilometres in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want an easy start to your break? Stay near Philadelphia International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Philadelphia to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport or prefer not to rush, these hotels are just the thing:
Of all flights departing from Philadelphia International Airport, 78.93% land on schedule at their destination.
You'll find PHL at 8500 Essington Ave.
Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Philadelphia to TTN in about 1 hour 45 minutes. The airport is roughly 56 kilometres away, and getting there by car takes approximately 40 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before catching your Philadelphia to BUD flight? Kick back in a hotel near Trenton-Mercer Airport before your holiday officially starts. Here's where you can stay:
Flights from Trenton-Mercer Airport have a strong track record for punctuality, with 82.45% of them arriving as planned.
You'll find TTN at Scotch Road, Terminal Building.
About Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Philadelphia to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport. Get comfy at one of these accommodation options near BUD instead:
Pick up a Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport rental car and explore Budapest and beyond with your own wheels. Klass Wagen, Dryyve and Green Motion are leading providers you can book with here.
Booking your vehicle around four weeks ahead of your Philadelphia to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport flight can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) to central Budapest
Central Budapest is around 24 kilometres from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport and takes about 30 minutes to reach by car. Explore your options for getting into the city, whether that's with a car hire, cab or ride-share.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour.
How to find the cheapest flights from Philadelphia to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)
ر.ق. 980 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Philadelphia to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport. Return flights start at ر.ق. 1,784. These fares can change based on demand.
To find cheap flights from Philadelphia to BUD, book early. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets are first released.
Cheap Philadelphia to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport tickets are easier to find if you're not locked into specific dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares across each month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Philadelphia to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)
April is the quietest month for flights from Philadelphia to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD), while July is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Budapest based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
Lock in a Philadelphia to BUD flight ticket departing in August if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Budapest to range from 15ºC to 30ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Philadelphia to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport in January when temperatures are between -8ºC and 6ºC.
More about Budapest
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Budapest right here. Check out these options once you've booked your flight from Philadelphia to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport:
There are loads of things to do in Budapest when you're in the mood to sightsee. Make your way to River Danube followed by Fisherman's Bastion and Hungarian Parliament Building.
Explore more of Hungary
You've done Budapest, now it's time to explore more of Hungary. Travel about 177 kilometres east to Debrecen to check off its leading sights. From Hortobagy National Park to Nagyerdei Park and Debreceni Zsinagóga, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Miskolc is another essential stop in Hungary and is around 137 kilometres north-east of Budapest. No trip is complete without dropping by Miskolc-Tapolca cave bath, Bukk National Park and Diósgyőr: Történelmi Emlékhely.
