Travelling from Los Angeles to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD): what you need to know
Start your travel planning by considering where you'll catch your flight from Los Angeles to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD). Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) and Van Nuys Airport (VNY) are Los Angeles's main airports.
The timezone in Budapest is UTC+1, which is 8 hours ahead of Los Angeles. Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport is located in Budapest.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Los Angeles to BUD. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
With more people on the move during busy periods like July, get to the terminal earlier than usual. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international journeys will help you stay ahead of the crowds. Remember things also get busy during major holidays like July Fourth.
Airports in Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Consider adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight from Los Angeles to BUD. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). Take a break from travelling at one of these popular options:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
LAX is around 32 kilometres from the centre of Los Angeles. To help you work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This handy travel app will give you the quickest route and available public transport options.
Looking for a convenient hotel near Los Angeles International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Los Angeles to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Van Nuys Airport (VNY)
Split up your flight from Los Angeles to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport with a stop so you can stretch your legs or cross a new place off your list. Some great stopovers between Van Nuys Airport and BUD are:
Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
You can arrive at VNY from central Los Angeles in approximately 34 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 41 minutes to cover the 32 kilometres or so.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before catching your flight from Los Angeles to BUD? Kick back in a hotel near Van Nuys Airport before your holiday officially begins. Stay at one of these accommodation options:
About Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Los Angeles to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near BUD:
Getting from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) to central Budapest
From Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport, Budapest is approximately 24 kilometres away. It takes around 31 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Getting to the centre by public transport takes roughly 58 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)
R 3,626 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Los Angeles to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport. Return flights start from R 8,570. Prices are subject to change based on availability and may vary at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from Los Angeles to BUD if you book early. Airlines often offer some great early bird rates.
Getting cheap tickets from Los Angeles to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport is easier if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest prices across the month and score a great deal.
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The best time to fly from Los Angeles to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)
July is the most popular month for flights from Los Angeles to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport. To escape the crowds, plan your trip to Budapest in April when it's quieter.
Schedule your flight from Los Angeles to BUD for August if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Budapest to range from 15ºC to 30ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between -8ºC and 6ºC. Search for cheap flights from Los Angeles to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Budapest
After booking your flight from Los Angeles to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport, think about where to rest your head in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Budapest:
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Fisherman's Bastion, Chain Bridge and Buda Castle are attractions you won't want to skip in Budapest.
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