Flying from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD): what you need to know
Budapest is eight hours ahead of Sacramento and is in the UTC+1 timezone.
Your SMF to BUD flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during peak periods in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)
Right now, 419 € is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Sacramento International Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is 527 €. Keep in mind that fares could change due to demand when booking.
To score cheap tickets from SMF to BUD, book as early as you can. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
Getting cheap flights from Sacramento International Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest fares across every month and land a great deal.
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Handy information about Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
You'll find SMF at 6900 Airport Boulevard.
Sacramento International Airport gets top marks for its on-time performance. 82.15% of flights that take off from SMF reach their destination without delay.
Sacramento International Airport is about 19 kilometres from central Sacramento. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Taking public transport? Expect a journey time of around 25 minutes.
Get your flight from Sacramento International Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport off to a stress-free start. Just a short ride from SMF, spend the night in Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sacramento Airport Natomas and you'll be well-rested for the trip ahead.
Arriving at Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Sacramento International Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near BUD instead:
Hit the road running 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 usual tourist stops.
Reserving your vehicle from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport around four weeks in advance can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) to central Budapest
Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport is roughly 24 kilometres from the centre of Budapest. The drive time takes about 30 minutes.
Travelling to the centre by public transport takes about 1 hour.
When to fly to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Sacramento International Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Budapest. If you'd like a quieter vibe, go in April.
Book your flight from Sacramento International Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport for August if you'd like to go to Budapest during its warmest month. You can 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 SMF to BUD sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Hungary
Budapest has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Hungary waiting to be explored. About 193 kilometres east of Budapest, a trip to Debrecen will fill your itinerary to the brim. Check out popular attractions like Deri Museum, Hortobagy National Park and Debrecen Zoo and Amusement Park.
Miskolc is another well-known destination in Hungary and is around 145 kilometres north-east of Budapest. No trip is complete without experiencing Galya-tető (Miskolc), DVTK Szabadidő Park and Munkástrón.
