Travelling from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD): what you need to know
Budapest is seven hours behind Kuala Lumpur and follows the UTC+1 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Be at the airport on time to board your KUL to BUD flight.
Flying during a peak month like August? School holidays and other high seasons can result in longer queues at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or visit a new city along the way. Here are some options between KUL and BUD:
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How to find the cheapest flights from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)
R 5,250 is currently the best price for a one-way Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport flight. Return flights start at R 10,047. These fares may change depending on demand and availability.
It's usually smart to book in advance if you're looking for cheap tickets from KUL to BUD. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport across the entire month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
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Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport.
Handy information about Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Of all flights departing from Kuala Lumpur International Airport, 58.65% arrive on time at their destination.
To reach Kuala Lumpur International Airport from central Kuala Lumpur, it'll take around 1 hour 5 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 64 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 4 hours 30 minutes.
Need a handy hotel near KUL? If you're catching an early flight from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)
If you have a late Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these accommodation options near BUD:
Pick up a Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport rental car and discover Budapest and beyond with your own wheels. Klass Wagen, Dryyve and Green Motion are leading providers you can book with here.
For the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport about four weeks before you travel.
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. Driving there takes about 30 minutes.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour.
When to fly to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)
July is the busiest month for flights from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport. To escape the crowds, head to Budapest in April.
When booking your flight from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport, think about the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Budapest, with temperatures ranging from 15ºC (59ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -8ºC (18ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF). Search for cheap tickets from KUL to BUD around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Hungary
Budapest has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Hungary you'll want to see. About 193 kilometres east of Budapest, a visit to Debrecen will keep you busy. Start with leading sights like Deri Museum, Hortobagy National Park and Debrecen Zoo and Amusement Park.
Miskolc is another standout destination in Hungary and is around 145 kilometres north-east of Budapest. No trip is complete without visiting Galya-tető (Miskolc), DVTK Szabadidő Park and Munkástrón.