Travelling from Budapest Airport (BUD) to Santorini (Thira) Airport (JTR): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Budapest Airport to Santorini (Thira) Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours 15 minutes.
The timezone in Santorini (Thira) is UTC+2, which is one hour ahead of Budapest.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your BUD to JTR flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
Be prepared for longer lines in popular months like June. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
Wizz Air is your gateway to exploring Santorini (Thira) (and maybe even some other great parts of Greece!). Browse the direct flights from Budapest Airport to Santorini (Thira) Airport offered by this popular carrier.
Wizz Air is the most frequently booked airline on this route.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Budapest Airport to Santorini (Thira) Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here are some options between BUD and JTR:
Munich Airport
Athens International Airport
Thessaloniki Airport
Handy information about Budapest Airport (BUD)
81% of flights departing from Budapest Airport touch down at their destination on time. Given its solid on-time performance, you're unlikely to be delayed when setting off from BUD.
Central Budapest to Budapest Airport is approximately 16 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a journey time of around 40 minutes.
Get your journey off to a leisurely start by staying near BUD. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Budapest Airport to Santorini (Thira) Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Santorini (Thira) Airport (JTR)
Reserve a hotel near JTR if you're on a late Budapest Airport to Santorini (Thira) Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Grab a Santorini (Thira) Airport rental car and discover Santorini (Thira) and beyond with your own wheels. Goldcar, CarQ and Centauro are popular providers you can book with here.
Lock in the best deal by booking your ride from Santorini (Thira) Airport around three weeks in advance of your trip.
Getting from Santorini (Thira) Airport (JTR) to central Santorini (Thira)
Santorini (Thira) Airport is roughly 6 kilometres from central Santorini (Thira). Driving there takes about 15 minutes.
Travelling on public transport will take you around 25 minutes.
When to fly to Santorini (Thira) Airport (JTR)
The quietest month for a flight from Budapest Airport to Santorini (Thira) Airport is March, while August is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to Santorini (Thira) based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
When reserving your flight from Budapest Airport to Santorini (Thira) Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Santorini (Thira), with temperatures ranging from 23ºC to 27ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 10ºC and 16ºC. Look for cheap tickets from BUD to JTR around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Greece
Athens is just one of the many places in Greece waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Santorini (Thira). Around 225 kilometres away to the north-west, top sights here include Acropolis of Athens, The Parthenon and Erechtheion.
If you want to check out another well-known destination in Greece, consider Larisa, about 451 kilometres north-west of Santorini (Thira). Larissa Ancient Ruins, Municipal Art Gallery of Larissa and The Church Of St. George are among its highlights.