Travelling from Dubai to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD): What you need to know
There are two main airports you can fly out of in Dubai. Check out your options departing from Dubai Airport (DXB) or Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) when booking your flight from Dubai to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD).
Take off on a direct Dubai to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport flight and you'll be travelling for around 6 hours.
Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport is located in Budapest. The city runs on the UTC+1 timezone and is three hours behind Dubai.
With 17 direct weekly flights between the two airports, Dubai Airport (DXB) to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) is the busiest route. Emirates operates the earliest flight at 10:30am. If you'd like to get more out of your day before you fly, the last flight from DXB to BUD is with Wizz Air at 9:55pm.
Your flight from Dubai to BUD won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Delays at check-in and security are more likely if you're heading away during high season, so allow some extra wiggle room. The recommendation for peak times? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Dubai
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Fly without interruptions from Dubai Airport (DXB). Nonstop flights from Dubai to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) can be booked from here.
Leading carriers that offer direct flights from Dubai to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport leaving from DXB include:
Emirates is the airline with the highest passenger demand for flights from DXB to BUD.
The carrier with the most consistent on-time arrivals rate on this route is Emirates.
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling and maybe even explore a different city. When browsing cheap flights from Dubai to BUD leaving from Dubai Airport (DXB), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to get ideas for where to visit along the way. Your journey might pause in:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV)
DXB is about 14 kilometres from central Dubai. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 50 minutes.
Want a relaxed start to your trip? Stay near Dubai Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Dubai to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport or prefer not to rush, these hotels are the answer:
Of the flights that depart from Dubai Airport, 74.31% touch down on time at their destination.
Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
Cross another spot off your travel list or just take a moment to reset with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your flight from Dubai to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport, browse these options when setting off from Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport:
Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)
Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG)
Stuttgart Airport (STR)
You can reach DWC from the centre of Dubai in about 45 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The journey on public transport takes roughly 2 hours 5 minutes to cover the 56 kilometres or so.
Get a head start on your holiday with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Dubai to BUD flight, unwind in one of these hotels close to Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport:
Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 56.64%. This figure reflects how frequently flights that take off from this airport make it to their destination on schedule.
About Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Dubai to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near BUD:
Grab a Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport rental car and discover Budapest and beyond with your own set of wheels. Klass Wagen, Dryyve and Green Motion are leading providers you can book with here.
Booking your ride around four weeks ahead of your Dubai to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport flight can help you get a cheaper deal.
Getting from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) to central Budapest
Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport is around 24 kilometres from the centre of Budapest. It takes around 30 minutes or so to drive to the city.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)
Currently, $145 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Dubai to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $372. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To snag cheap flights from Dubai to BUD, book your flight ticket one month ahead of your planned departure.
The best month for finding cheap Dubai to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport tickets is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then select the dates with the lowest fares.
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The best time to fly from Dubai to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)
July is the busiest month for flights from Dubai to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD). Plan your visit to Budapest in April if you'd rather be there when it's quieter.
When booking your Dubai to BUD flight ticket, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. August is the warmest month in Budapest, with temperatures ranging from 15ºC to 30ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from Dubai to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -8ºC and 6ºC.
More about Budapest
Start your Budapest trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Dubai to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport, explore our range of accommodation options including:
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. River Danube, Fisherman's Bastion and Hungarian Parliament Building are must-do's during your Budapest adventure.
Explore more of Hungary
You've done Budapest, now it's time to discover more of Hungary. Travel about 177 kilometres east to Debrecen to tick off its must-visit sights. From Hortobagy National Park to Nagyerdei Park and Debreceni Zsinagóga, there's plenty to keep you busy.
If you're eager to discover another great destination in Hungary, consider Miskolc, roughly 137 kilometres north-east of Budapest. Miskolc-Tapolca cave bath, Bukk National Park and Diósgyőr: Történelmi Emlékhely are among its highlights.