Flying from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX) to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD): what you need to know
Budapest is eight hours ahead of Phoenix and is in the UTC+1 timezone.
Leave plenty of time to make your PHX to BUD flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between PHX and BUD include:
London Heathrow Airport
Frankfurt Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX) to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport flight is 302 €. A round-trip ticket is currently 662 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
It's a good idea to book in advance if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from PHX to BUD. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport across the entire month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
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Lock in the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)
You'll find PHX at 3400 Sky Harbour Boulevard.
82.57% of flights departing from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport reach their destination on schedule. Given its reliable on-time performance, you're unlikely to face delays when setting off from PHX.
To reach Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport from central Phoenix, it takes about 10 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 8 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a trip time of around 35 minutes on public transport.
Taking an early flight from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays close to PHX:
Arriving at Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)
If you have a late Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting shortly after at one of these options near BUD:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Klass Wagen, Dryyve or Green Motion and explore beyond Budapest's main sights.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport about four weeks before your trip.
Getting from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) to central Budapest
Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to the centre of Budapest has a drive time of about 30 minutes. It's approximately 24 kilometres away.
It takes roughly 1 hour to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)
The quietest month for a flight from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport is April, while July is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to Budapest based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Lock in your flight from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport for August if you'd like to explore Budapest during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 15ºC (59ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -8ºC (18ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF). Search for cheap tickets from PHX to BUD sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Hungary
You've visited Budapest, now it's time to discover other corners of Hungary. Travel around 193 kilometres east to Debrecen to check off its leading attractions. From Deri Museum to Hortobagy National Park and Debrecen Zoo and Amusement Park, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If you're looking to explore another well-known destination in Hungary, consider Miskolc, roughly 145 kilometres north-east of Budapest. Galya-tető (Miskolc), DVTK Szabadidő Park and Munkástrón are among its highlights.