Travelling from Guangzhou Airport (CAN) to Budapest Airport (BUD): what you need to know
Around 11 hours 50 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Guangzhou Airport to Budapest Airport.
Budapest's timezone is UTC+1, making Budapest seven hours behind Guangzhou.
Flights from CAN to BUD start from 00:55 — the first with China Southern Airlines. The last service of the day is at 01:30 with China Southern Airlines. In total, you can choose from three weekly Guangzhou Airport to Budapest Airport flights.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your CAN to BUD flight.
During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
China Southern offers direct flights from Guangzhou Airport to Budapest Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to discover the sights in Budapest — and maybe even more of Hungary if time allows.
The airline that tops the list for bookings on this route is China Southern.
China Southern is the most punctual carrier that operates CAN to BUD flights.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Guangzhou Airport to Budapest Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Check out these options between CAN and BUD:
Istanbul Airport
Beijing Capital Airport
Frankfurt am Main Airport
Handy information about Guangzhou Airport (CAN)
You'll find CAN at Airport W Ave.
85% of flights leaving Guangzhou Airport reach their destination as planned. With its strong on-time stats, delays are unlikely when taking off from CAN.
To get to Guangzhou Airport from central Guangzhou, it'll take about 35 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 27 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip when using public transport will take about 35 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to CAN? If you've booked an early flight from Guangzhou Airport to Budapest Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Budapest Airport (BUD)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Guangzhou Airport to Budapest Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near BUD instead:
Hit the road running by picking up a Budapest Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Klass Wagen, Dryyve or Green Motion and explore beyond Budapest's usual tourist stops.
To lock in the lowest price, book your ride from Budapest Airport about four weeks ahead.
Getting from Budapest Airport (BUD) to central Budapest
Budapest Airport to central Budapest has a drive time of around 25 minutes. It's approximately 16 kilometres away.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 40 minutes.
When to fly to Budapest Airport (BUD)
June is the most popular month for flights from Guangzhou Airport to Budapest Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, go to Budapest in March.
The warmest month in Budapest is August, with the temperature ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Lock in your flights from Guangzhou Airport to Budapest Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from CAN to BUD in January. Average temperatures are between -8ºC (18ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF) then.
Explore more of Hungary
You've done Budapest, now it's time to explore more of Hungary. Travel about 193 kilometres east to Debrecen to tick off its top attractions. From Hortobágy National Park to Nagyerdei Park and Debreceni Zsinagóga, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Miskolc is another essential stop in Hungary and is around 145 kilometres north-east of Budapest. No journey is complete without a visit to Miskolctapolca Cave Bath, Bukk National Park and Diósgyőr: Történelmi Emlékhely.