Travelling from Glasgow to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD): What you need to know
Glasgow's main base, Glasgow Airport (GLA), is where many great holidays begin. Explore the departure options from here when planning your flight from Glasgow to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD).
The average duration of a direct Glasgow to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport flight is 3 hours 5 minutes.
The timezone in Budapest is UTC+1, which is one hour ahead of Glasgow. Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport is located in Budapest.
To ensure you catch your flight from Glasgow to BUD, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Be prepared for longer lines in popular months such as September and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Airports in Glasgow
Glasgow Airport (GLA)
You can jump on a direct flight from Glasgow to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) out of Glasgow Airport (GLA).
You can lock in a direct flight from Glasgow to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport with Jet2. This leading airline operates departures from GLA.
Jet2 is the airline most travellers choose for flights from GLA to BUD.
Among carriers on this route, Wizz Air has the highest percentage of on-time landings.
We make it simple to book cheap flights from Glasgow to BUD that include a stopover. To explore your options leaving from Glasgow Airport (GLA), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply select a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Major stopovers between GLA and BUD include:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
London Stansted Airport (STN)
GLA is about 13 kms (8 miles) from central Glasgow. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 30 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Glasgow to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and get some bonus sleep) by picking one of these hotels near Glasgow Airport:
Glasgow Airport has an excellent on-time performance, reducing your chances of a delayed flight. Departures from GLA land at their destination as scheduled 81% of the time.
Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK)
Add another location to your travels or just take a moment to stretch your legs with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your flight from Glasgow to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport, browse these options when taking off from Glasgow Prestwick Airport:
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Tenerife South Airport (TFS)
Lanzarote Airport (ACE)
You can arrive at PIK from central Glasgow in about 50 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The ride on public transport will take roughly 55 minutes to cover the 48 kms (30 miles) or so.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your Glasgow to BUD flight? Relax in a hotel near Glasgow Prestwick Airport before your holiday officially begins. These stays have your key waiting:
Most flights that depart Glasgow Prestwick Airport make it to their destination on schedule. It maintains a strong on-time performance rate of 83%.
About Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Glasgow to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these options near BUD:
For the best deal, reserve your vehicle around four weeks ahead of your Glasgow to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport flight.
Getting from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) to central Budapest
Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport is around 16 kms (10 miles) from the centre of Budapest. It takes around 25 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 40 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Glasgow to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)
£38 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Glasgow to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport. A return flight starts from £70. These prices can change based on demand.
To pick up cheap flights from Glasgow to BUD, book in advance. Airlines generally offer lower fares when flights are first released.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price in each month when searching for your Glasgow to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport ticket.
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Filters make it easier to snap up a deal on your flight from Glasgow to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport. Choose the flight times, carriers and stops that line up with your plans. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to find the best price quickly.
The best time to fly from Glasgow to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)
Think about the kind of experience you want when picking your flight dates. December is the quietest month to visit Budapest. June is when most people book flights from Glasgow to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD), which may be perfect if you're chasing more excitement.
The warmest month in Budapest is August, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC and 33ºC. Lock in your Glasgow to BUD plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Glasgow to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport in January when temperatures are between -8ºC and 6ºC.
More about Budapest
Start your Budapest trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Glasgow to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport, explore our range of accommodation options including:
Fisherman's Bastion and Hungarian Parliament Building are a couple of top-rated attractions to put on your Budapest itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at St. Stephen's Basilica.
Explore more of Hungary
Budapest is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Hungary just waiting to be explored. Around 177 kms (110 miles) east of Budapest, a trip to Debrecen will keep you busy. Don't miss top attractions like Hortobágy National Park, Nagyerdei Park and Debreceni Zsinagóga.
Around 137 kms (85 miles) northeast of Budapest, Miskolc is another essential stop in Hungary. No visit is complete without checking out Miskolctapolca Cave Bath, Bukk National Park and Diósgyőr: Történelmi Emlékhely.