Travelling from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) to Glasgow: what you need to know
Expect to be in the air for 3 hours. On average, that's the duration of a direct flight from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Glasgow.
Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport is located in Budapest. Following the UTC+0 timezone, Glasgow is one hour behind Budapest.
With two flights a week between the two airports, Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) to Glasgow International Airport (GLA) is the most popular route. Wizz Air operates the earliest flight at 06:00. If you'd like to get more out of your day before flying, the last flight from BUD to GLA is with Jet2 at 20:15.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your BUD to Glasgow flight.
Delays at check-in and security are likely if you're flying during high season, so give yourself a bit more breathing room. A good rule for peak times? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Direct Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Glasgow tickets are available for booking. Glasgow International Airport (GLA) is where you'll disembark.
Wizz Air is a well-known carrier that offers direct flights from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Glasgow.
We make it easy to book flight tickets from BUD to Glasgow with a stopover. To see the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Top stopovers include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
BUD is around 18 kilometres from central Budapest. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour.
Planning to catch an early flight from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Glasgow? Avoid rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near BUD:
71.48% of flights leaving from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) to Glasgow
R 652 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Glasgow flight. A return flight ticket starts from R 1,447. These fares may change based on availability and demand.
Book one month before flying. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from BUD to Glasgow.
The best month for picking up cheap Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Glasgow tickets is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then choose the dates that offer the biggest savings.
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Airports in Glasgow
Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
The distance from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) to central Glasgow is roughly 14 kilometres. It takes around 15 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Travelling on public transport will take you around 35 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Glasgow, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these accommodation options near GLA:
Follow your own route with a Glasgow International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Green Motion, Drivalia or Alamo and experience more of Glasgow and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride from Glasgow International Airport about three weeks ahead of your flight from BUD to Glasgow.
Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK)
Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK) is about 48 kilometres from the centre of Glasgow. Once you've hopped off your flight from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Glasgow, it'll take you around 40 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take around 55 minutes.
After stepping off your BUD to Glasgow flight, rest your head at a hotel near PIK. These are some comfortable options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
Forget about inconvenient public transport schedules or long cab lines. Pick up a Glasgow Prestwick Airport rental car and let your trip unfold on your terms. Compare availability and rates from Europcar, Keddy By Europcar and Arnold Clark.
Get exactly what you want. Booking your ride from PIK two weeks ahead of time often means more savings and a bigger choice of vehicles.
Best time to go to Glasgow
Carefully consider your dates before booking your flight from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Glasgow. The city comes alive in peak season, but hotel prices are generally higher and attractions can be busy. Visit Glasgow in the off-season if you like a quieter vibe.
The warmest month in Glasgow is July, with temperatures ranging between 9ºC (48ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF). Lock in your Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Glasgow flight ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
Look for cheap tickets from BUD to Glasgow in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -1ºC (30ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) on average.
More about Glasgow
After booking your flight from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Glasgow, find a hotel that offers both comfort and a great location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Glasgow:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum, Glasgow Cathedral and Riverside Museum are leading attractions which should be on any good Glasgow itinerary.
Explore more of United Kingdom
Birmingham is just one of the many places in United Kingdom waiting to be explored after you've experienced Glasgow. Around 402 kilometres away to the south-east, popular attractions include Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.
Around 499 kilometres south of Glasgow, Cardiff is another essential stop in United Kingdom. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Cardiff Castle, Bute Park and Cardiff Bay.