Flying from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD): what you need to know
Budapest is five hours ahead of Ottawa and is in the UTC+1 timezone.
Your YOW to BUD flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)
At the moment, 306 € is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is 602 €. Remember that fares can change due to availability when booking.
To find cheap tickets from YOW to BUD, book as early as you can. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport across each month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment the price changes on cheap flights from YOW to BUD.
Find the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
The address for YOW is 50 Airport Road.
Of the flights that depart from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport, 58.21% touch down on time at their destination.
Central Ottawa to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport is approximately 13 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
The trip on public transport typically takes 45 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel close to YOW? If you've booked an early flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near BUD instead:
Fast-track your 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 usual tourist stops.
Reserving your ride from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport about 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 to central Budapest has a drive time of around 30 minutes. It's approximately 24 kilometres away.
Travelling by public transport will take you roughly 1 hour.
When to fly to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)
July is the most popular month for flights from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport. To avoid the crowds, travel to Budapest in April.
The warmest month in Budapest is August, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Book your flights from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from YOW to BUD in January. Average temperatures are between -8ºC (18ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF) then.
Explore more of Hungary
Budapest is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Hungary you should also see. Around 193 kilometres east of Budapest, a visit to Debrecen will keep you on the go. Start with popular sights like Deri Museum, Hortobagy National Park and Debrecen Zoo and Amusement Park.
If you're eager to discover another well-known destination in Hungary, head for Miskolc, about 145 kilometres north-east of Budapest. Galya-tető (Miskolc), DVTK Szabadidő Park and Munkástrón are among the biggest draws.