Travelling from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) to Panama City: what you need to know
Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport is located in Budapest. Based in the UTC-5 timezone, Panama City is six hours behind Budapest.
For a relaxed start to your BUD to Panama City flight, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months like June. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
We make it simple to book plane tickets from BUD to Panama City with a stopover. To see all your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. The most sought-after stopovers include:
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The journey from central Budapest to BUD takes around 40 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 18 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Booked an early flight from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Panama City? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to BUD:
Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport scores high marks for on-time performance. 81% of flights that take off from BUD arrive at their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) to Panama City
389 € is currently the best price for a one-way Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Panama City flight. Return plane tickets start at 727 €. These fares can change depending on availability.
Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap flight from BUD to Panama City. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely pay.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the cheapest price across each month when searching for your Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Panama City ticket.
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Select your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Panama City by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest.'
Airports in Panama City
Panama City Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
Panama City Tocumen International Airport (PTY) is around 24 kilometres from central Panama City. If you're catching a taxi or a ride-share, the drive will take roughly 35 minutes.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of about 50 minutes.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Panama City. Book one of these accommodation options near PTY instead:
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Panama City Tocumen International Airport around three weeks ahead of your flight from BUD to Panama City.
Panama Pacifico International Airport (BLB)
Once your flight from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Panama City has touched down, you can reach the city centre in about 10 minutes by car. Central Panama City is roughly 6 kilometres from Panama Pacifico International Airport (BLB).
If you choose to travel on public transport, you'll reach the centre in 20 minutes or so.
There are some comfortable places to drop your things at near BLB. Kick back and get cosy after your BUD to Panama City flight at any of these perfectly located options:
Score the best price by securing your ride from BLB one week ahead of time. You'll also have access to a greater range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Panama City
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Panama City. January is the most popular month for a trip to Panama City. If you want a quieter atmosphere, go in September.
The warmest month in Panama City is March, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Lock in your Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Panama City plane ticket then if that's the weather you find most pleasant.
Look for cheap tickets from BUD to Panama City in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF) on average.
More about Panama City
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Panama City right here. Explore these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Panama City:
Metropolitan Cathedral (Catedral Metropolitan) and Casco Viejo are just two of the top attractions to put on your Panama City to-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Independence Square.
Explore more of Panama
You've seen Panama City, now it's time to discover other corners of Panama. Journey about 322 kilometres west to David to check off its top sights. From Museo Antropológico y Etnográfico Dr. Roberto De La Guardia to Raptors To The Rescue and Unachi Botanical garden, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Any trip through Panama wouldn't be as memorable without a stop in Santiago de Veraguas. Santiago the Apostle Cathedral, Santiago de Veraguas is among the highlights in this destination, which is around 193 kilometres southwest of Panama City.