Travelling from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) to Columbus: what you need to know
Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport is located in Budapest. Following the UTC-4 timezone, Columbus is five hours behind Budapest.
Leave enough time to get on your BUD to Columbus flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Planning to travel during a peak time like public or school holidays? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. For peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Located around 18 kilometres from central Budapest, BUD can be reached in about 30 minutes by car. Travelling on public transport will take roughly 1 hour.
Looking for a hotel close to BUD? If you've booked an early flight from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Columbus, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
71.48% of flights that take off from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) to Columbus
$1,359 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Columbus flight. A return ticket right now is $1,239. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares may change.
Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from BUD to Columbus. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the nearer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
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Airports in Columbus
John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH)
The distance from John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) to central Columbus is roughly 13 kilometres. It'll take you about 10 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It typically takes 1 hour 5 minutes when travelling by public transport.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Columbus. Stay at one of these accommodation options near CMH instead:
Grab a John Glenn Columbus International Airport rental car and explore Columbus and beyond with your own set of wheels. Alamo, Budget and Avis are well-known companies to choose from here.
Reserve your ride from John Glenn Columbus International Airport a few weeks ahead of your flight from BUD to Columbus. If you're going away during a peak period, book even earlier to get the best possible rate.
CMH is located at 4600 International Gateway.
Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK)
After your flight from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Columbus has arrived, you can reach the city centre in about 25 minutes by car. Central Columbus is roughly 26 kilometres from Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK).
You can expect the journey to take roughly 1 hour 20 minutes on public transport.
Best Western Canal Winchester Inn - Columbus South East is one accommodation option within an easy drive of LCK. Drop your bags here after your BUD to Columbus flight and then put up the 'Do not disturb' sign for some uninterrupted rest.
Best time to go to Columbus
Before scheduling your flights from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Columbus, consider which time of year works best for you. High season in Columbus offers a lively atmosphere and plenty to do, while the low season brings cheaper hotel deals and smaller crowds.
Before locking in your Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Columbus flight ticket, think about the kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Columbus, with temperatures ranging from 15ºC to 30ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from BUD to Columbus in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -11ºC and 6ºC on average.
More about Columbus
Start your Columbus trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Columbus, check out our selection of hotels including:
Every great holiday has to include some sightseeing. Ohio Statehouse, Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens and German Village are must-visits when exploring Columbus.
Explore more of United States
You've done Columbus, now it's time to discover other corners of United States. Journey around 451 kilometres north-west to Chicago to check off its top sights. From Millennium Park to Art Institute of Chicago and LandShark Beer Garden at Navy Pier, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If you're interested in discovering another side of United States, consider Indianapolis, about 274 kilometres west of Columbus. The Children's Museum of Indianapolis, Indianapolis Museum of Art and Indianapolis Zoo are among the biggest draws.