Flying from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 1 hour 45 minutes.
Rome and Budapest are in the same timezone, UTC+1.
Choose from 16 weekly Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport flights. The 08:35 departure with Wizz Air is the earliest flight you can take. Wizz Air operates the last service of the day at 22:50.
To ensure you get on your FCO to BUD flight, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months like August, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
Wizz Air is your ticket to exploring Budapest (and perhaps some other exciting corners of Hungary!). Browse the direct flights from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport offered by this carrier.
The airline with the highest booking volume on this route is Wizz Air.
With 67.27% of services arriving as scheduled, Wizz Air is the most punctual carrier operating FCO to BUD flights.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Stopovers between FCO and BUD include:
Guglielmo Marconi Airport
Vienna International Airport
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)
Currently, 20 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is 46 €. Bear in mind that fares can change due to availability when booking.
Get cheap tickets from FCO to BUD by booking six months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have a flexible travel schedule.
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Handy information about Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Of the departures from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport, 70.57% arrive on time at their destination.
Central Rome to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport is around 32 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 40 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
The trip on public transport typically takes 50 minutes.
Have an early flight from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays close to FCO:
Arriving at Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)
Book a hotel close to BUD if you're taking a late Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Klass Wagen, Dryyve or Green Motion and explore beyond Budapest's main sights.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport around four weeks before travelling.
Getting from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) to central Budapest
Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport is approximately 24 kilometres from central Budapest. The drive time takes around 30 minutes.
It takes around 1 hour if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)
The quietest month for a flight from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport is April, while July is the busiest. Choose the best time to visit Budapest based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Lock in your flight from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport for August if you want to explore Budapest during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 15ºC (59ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from FCO to BUD in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -8ºC (18ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF) on average.
Explore more of Hungary
Debrecen is just one of the many cities in Hungary waiting to be explored once you've seen Budapest. Around 193 kilometres away to the east, its top attractions include Deri Museum, Hortobagy National Park and Debrecen Zoo and Amusement Park.
Around 145 kilometres north-east of Budapest, Miskolc is another favourite stop in Hungary. Experience major highlights starting with Galya-tető (Miskolc), DVTK Szabadidő Park and Munkástrón.