Flying from Glasgow to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD): what you need to know
There are two main airports to choose from in Glasgow. Explore your options leaving from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) or Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK) when reserving your flight from Glasgow to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD).
The average time for a direct flight from Glasgow to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport is 3 hours.
The timezone in Budapest is UTC+1, which is 1 hour ahead of Glasgow. Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport is located in Budapest.
The most popular route is from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD), with 3 direct weekly services. If you want to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from GLA to BUD is the 08:00 Wizz Air option. If you prefer travelling later, the last departure is at 21:10 with Wizz Air.
Leave plenty of time to catch your flight from Glasgow to BUD. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Head to the airport even earlier during popular months like June. Aim for two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight. After checking in, you can use any extra time to finalize your plans or simply relax.
Airports in Glasgow
Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
You can find a direct flight from Glasgow to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) out of Glasgow International Airport (GLA).
Book your direct flight from Glasgow to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport with Wizz Air. This popular airline operates services from GLA.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight from Glasgow to BUD. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Glasgow International Airport (GLA). Break up the journey at one of these popular options:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
Stansted Airport (STN)
GLA is about 14 kilometres from the centre of Glasgow. To help you work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This handy traveller tool will give you the quickest route and available public transport options.
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Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK)
Searching for more options for a direct flight from Glasgow to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)? Check out the fares leaving from Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK).
Wizz Air operates direct flights from Glasgow to BUD out of PIK. Book your preferred aisle (or window) seat and reach your destination without any detours.
Maximise your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Glasgow to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport. Visit family or friends or tick a new city off your list. Whatever you choose to do, check out these stops between Glasgow Prestwick Airport and BUD:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
London Luton Airport (LTN)
Stansted Airport (STN)
PIK is about 48 kilometres from central Glasgow. It takes 38 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 53 minutes.
You're off on holiday, so why not spend an extra night away from home? Consider staying at one of these accommodation options near Glasgow Prestwick Airport the day before your flight from Glasgow to BUD:
About Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Glasgow to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near BUD instead:
Getting from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) to central Budapest
Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport is approximately 24 kilometres from the centre of Budapest. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 31 minutes.
Travelling to the centre by public transport will take you around 58 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Glasgow to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)
Book a one-way ticket from Glasgow to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport from 32 € or travel return from just 68 €. The prices shown are based on availability and could change when you book.
Book 8 months before you want to fly. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from Glasgow to BUD.
May is the cheapest month for tickets from Glasgow to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport. If you need to travel at a different time of year, use the 'Whole month' search feature to see the lowest prices across every month.
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The best time to fly from Glasgow to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)
April is the quietest time to fly to Budapest. Alternatively, follow the crowds and take your trip in July. This is the busiest month for flights from Glasgow to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport, but the best time to go is up to you.
The warmest month in Budapest is August, with the temperature ranging between 15ºC and 30ºC. Lock in your flights from Glasgow to BUD in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Travel in January if you want cooler conditions. Average temperatures range between -8ºC and 6ºC. However, this city delivers on a good time whenever you book your cheap flights from Glasgow to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport.
More about Budapest
Start your Budapest trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Glasgow to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport, browse our selection of hotels including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. Fisherman's Bastion, Chain Bridge and Buda Castle are popular attractions which should be on any good Budapest itinerary.
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