Travelling from Philadelphia to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD): what you need to know
Philadelphia's main base, Philadelphia International Airport (PHL), is where countless incredible trips begin. Explore your departure options from here for your flight from Philadelphia to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD).
Budapest is 5 hours ahead of Philadelphia. Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport is located in Budapest, which operates on the UTC+1 timezone.
Leave enough time to make your flight from Philadelphia to BUD. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
With more travellers during busy periods like August, be at your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and as much as four for international journeys will allow for extra wait times. Remember things also get busy during major holidays like July Fourth.
Airports in Philadelphia
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
We make it easy to find a flight from Philadelphia to BUD with a stopover. To see all the options leaving from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply pick a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Major stopovers between PHL and BUD include:
Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
PHL is about 19 kilometres from the centre of Philadelphia. To work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This handy travel app will show you the fastest route and available public transport options.
Booked an early flight from Philadelphia to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays near Philadelphia International Airport:
About Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)
Consider staying in a hotel near BUD if you're taking a late flight from Philadelphia to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) to central Budapest
Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport is approximately 24 kilometres from central Budapest. With your own car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 31 minutes.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of around 58 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Philadelphia to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)
For a one-way ticket from Philadelphia to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport, $757 is the best price we've seen. You can also book a return trip from just $1,028. These are the lowest fares right now but are subject to change based on availability.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find flight tickets from Philadelphia to BUD if you book early. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird deals.
Finding flight tickets from Philadelphia to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your travel plans. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to see the best prices throughout the month and bag a great deal.
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The best time to fly from Philadelphia to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)
April is the quietest time to travel to Budapest. Alternatively, join the crowds and get away in July. This is the busiest month for flights from Philadelphia to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport, but the best time to go is up to you.
Before booking a flight from Philadelphia to BUD, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Budapest, with temperatures ranging from 15ºC to 30ºC.
January has average temperatures of between -8ºC and 6ºC. Look for cheap flights from Philadelphia to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Budapest
Once you've booked your flight from Philadelphia to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport, think about where you'd like to stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Budapest:
All great holidays should include some sightseeing. Fisherman's Bastion, Chain Bridge and Buda Castle are must-do's during your Budapest adventure.
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