Travelling from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD): what you need to know
Budapest is one hour ahead of Southampton and observes the UTC+1 timezone.
To ensure you get on your SOU to BUD flight, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months like August, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.
If you'd like to break up your flight, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Southampton Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport. These are the top stopovers between SOU and BUD:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Edinburgh Airport
Glasgow International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Southampton Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport flight is 72 €. A return plane ticket is currently 155 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
It's usually best to book early if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from SOU to BUD. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the cheapest price across each month when looking for a flight from Southampton Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from SOU to BUD by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Secure the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Southampton Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Southampton Airport (SOU)
When it comes to Southampton Airport's on-time performance, 55.7% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
To reach Southampton Airport from central Southampton, it'll take around 20 minutes by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 8 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a trip time of roughly 25 minutes on public transport.
Get your break off to a leisurely start by staying near SOU. Whether you've booked an early flight from Southampton Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)
If you're coming in on a late Southampton Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near BUD:
Fast-track 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 usual tourist stops.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking 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 central Budapest has a drive time of about 30 minutes. It's approximately 24 kilometres away.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour.
When to fly to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Southampton Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Budapest. If you want a quieter vibe, go in April.
Lock in your flight from Southampton Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport for August if you want to go to Budapest during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 15ºC (59ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SOU to BUD in January. Average temperatures are between -8ºC (18ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF) then.
Explore more of Hungary
You've visited Budapest, now it's time to discover more of Hungary. Travel about 193 kilometres east to Debrecen to check off its must-visit sights. From Deri Museum to Hortobagy National Park and Debrecen Zoo and Amusement Park, your itinerary will be busy.
If you want to check out another corner of Hungary, head for Miskolc, about 145 kilometres north-east of Budapest. Galya-tető (Miskolc), DVTK Szabadidő Park and Munkástrón are among the biggest draws.