Flying from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) to Tokyo: what you need to know
Tokyo is eight hours ahead of Budapest, where Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport is located. Tokyo follows the UTC+9 timezone.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. That way, you can comfortably catch your BUD to Tokyo flight.
Flying over a peak time such as June? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your journey and possibly even explore another city. When browsing for plane tickets from BUD to Tokyo, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Consider one of these popular options:
Istanbul Airport (IST)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
The journey from central Budapest to BUD takes around 40 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a taxi, you'll cover the 18 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Planning to catch an early flight from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Tokyo? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels near BUD:
81% of flights leaving Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule. With its strong performance rating, you're unlikely to be delayed when taking off from BUD.
How to find the cheapest flights from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) to Tokyo
The best price we've seen for a one-way Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Tokyo flight is 347 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 587 €. Bear in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from BUD to Tokyo if you book ahead. Airlines often have some excellent early bird rates.
If you have flexibility with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across each month when searching for your Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Tokyo ticket.
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Airports in Tokyo
Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND)
Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND) to the centre of Tokyo takes about 25 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 19 kilometres away.
Getting there by public transport will take you around 30 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Tokyo, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near HND:
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your ride from Tokyo Haneda International Airport around three weeks in advance of your flight from BUD to Tokyo.
The street address for HND is 3丁目 Hanedakuko, Ota.
Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT)
After your flight from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Tokyo has hit the runway, you can make your way to the city centre in about 1 hour 5 minutes by car. Central Tokyo is roughly 56 kilometres from Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT).
The journey will take roughly 1 hour on public transport.
You'll find some great places to park your luggage (and yourself) near NRT. Kick back and get cosy after your BUD to Tokyo flight at any of these perfectly located options:
Avoid potential price surges. Reserving your ride four weeks ahead of your arrival at NRT will save you money.
Tokyo Narita International Airport can be found at 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.
Best time to go to Tokyo
December is the quietest month for flights from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Tokyo, while March is the busiest. Find the best time to go to Tokyo based on whether you want a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Before booking a Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Tokyo plane ticket, think about the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. August is the warmest month in Tokyo, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from BUD to Tokyo in January when temperatures average between 9ºC (48ºF) and 15ºC (59ºF).
More about Tokyo
Start your Tokyo 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 Tokyo, browse our selection of hotels including:
Sensho-ji and Tokyo Skytree are just the start of the top attractions to put on your Tokyo must-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Ginza Central Street.
Explore more of Japan
Osaka is just one of the many cities in Japan waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Tokyo. Around 402 kilometres away to the west, its top attractions include Dotonbori, Osaka Castle and Universal Studios Japan.
If you're interested in discovering another major stop in Japan, consider Nagoya, about 257 kilometres west of Tokyo. Nagoya Castle, Ninomaru Garden and Sky Promenade are key highlights.