Flying from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) to Frankfurt: what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Frankfurt is 1 hour 35 minutes.
Frankfurt and Budapest (where Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport is located) share the UTC+1 timezone. That means you won't need to change your watch when you arrive.
Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) to Frankfurt Airport (FRA) is the most traveled route, with 44 weekly departures to pick from. If you prefer starting your day later, the last flight from BUD to FRA is with Lufthansa at 18:55. Go for the first departure operated by Lufthansa at 06:05 if you want to fly out earlier.
Give yourself enough time to make your flight from BUD to Frankfurt. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months like July and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
You can catch a direct flight from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Frankfurt that lands at Frankfurt Airport (FRA).
Get on board with Lufthansa. This well-known carrier operates direct flights from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Frankfurt.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your trip — and perhaps even visit a new city. When browsing flights from BUD to Frankfurt, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Popular options include:
Falcone-Borsellino Airport (PMO)
Alghero-Fertilia Airport (AHO)
Thessaloniki International Airport (SKG)
You don't need a visa for Germany if you hold a passport from Hungary and are travelling for tourism purposes. Travel documentation and visa requirements are subject to change. So before organising your cheap tickets from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Frankfurt, be sure to check with your airline and your destination country's local embassy or consulate for the latest rules.
BUD is about 24 kilometres from central Budapest. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 31 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be approximately 58 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Frankfurt? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these hotels near BUD:
How to find the cheapest flights from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) to Frankfurt
$38 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Frankfurt. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $90. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares can change.
Book 11 months before you want to travel. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from BUD to Frankfurt.
July is the cheapest month for tickets from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Frankfurt. If you need to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.
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Airports in Frankfurt
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to central Frankfurt is roughly 14 kilometres. It takes around 21 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of around 37 minutes.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Frankfurt. Reserve one of these accommodation options near FRA instead:
Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN)
Central Frankfurt is approximately 121 kilometres from Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN). Once your flight from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Frankfurt has landed and you've made your way out of the airport, expect a drive of around 1 hour and 32 minutes.
Public transport will get you there in about 2 hours and 40 minutes.
After your flight from BUD to Frankfurt, rest your head at a hotel close to HHN. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Frankfurt
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Frankfurt. July is the busiest month to travel to Frankfurt. If you want a quieter atmosphere, go in February.
Lock in your flight from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Frankfurt for July to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 12ºC to 28ºC.
Look for cheap flights from BUD to Frankfurt in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -4ºC and 7ºC on average.
More about Frankfurt
After locking in your flight from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Frankfurt, think about where you want to stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Frankfurt:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to know where to begin. Palmengarten, Goethe House and Frankfurt Cathedral are major attractions which should be on any good Frankfurt itinerary.
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