Travelling from Melbourne to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD): What you need to know
Melbourne's main base, Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL), is where plenty of awesome adventures begin. Explore the departure options from here when planning your flight from Melbourne to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD).
The timezone in Budapest is UTC+1, which is ten hours behind Melbourne. Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport is located in Budapest.
Your flight from Melbourne to BUD won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
During peak travel periods, allow for longer wait times and be there earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your trip and maybe even explore a different city. When browsing cheap flights from Melbourne to BUD departing from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can visit along the way. Here's where you could connect through:
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MEL is about 24 kilometres from central Melbourne. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 40 minutes.
In search of a convenient hotel near Melbourne Tullamarine Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Melbourne to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
When it comes to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport's on-time performance, data shows 67.71% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
You can get to AVV from the centre of Melbourne in about 50 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The journey by public transport will take roughly 2 hours 5 minutes to cover the 56 kilometres or so.
You're off on vacation, so why not spend an extra night away at a hotel near Avalon Airport? Before your Melbourne to BUD flight, lay your head at Corio Bay Motel.
The majority of flights that leave Avalon Airport touch down at their destination right on cue. It achieves a consistent on-time performance rate of 80.09%.
About Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)
Consider staying in a hotel near BUD if you're catching a late flight from Melbourne to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport. Choose one of these options and be under the covers in no time flat:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Klass Wagen, Dryyve or Green Motion and discover more of Budapest and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by booking your vehicle around four weeks ahead of your Melbourne to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport flight.
Getting from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) to central Budapest
From Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport, central Budapest is around 24 kilometres away. It takes about 30 minutes to get to the city centre by car.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport is C$597. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$1,020. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Melbourne to BUD. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more it could cost you.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest Melbourne to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport tickets throughout the month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
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The best time to fly from Melbourne to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)
April is the quietest month for flights from Melbourne to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD), while July is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit Budapest based on whether you like a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Budapest is August, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Book your Melbourne to BUD flight ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Look for cheap tickets from Melbourne to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -8ºC (18ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF).
More about Budapest
Start your Budapest trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Melbourne to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport, explore our range of accommodation options including:
River Danube and Fisherman's Bastion are a couple of top attractions to add to your Budapest itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Hungarian Parliament Building.
Explore more of Hungary
Budapest is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Hungary you should also see. About 177 kilometres east of Budapest, a trip to Debrecen will keep you on the go. Check out popular attractions like Hortobagy National Park, Nagyerdei Park and Debreceni Zsinagóga.
If you're looking to explore another corner of Hungary, head for Miskolc, about 137 kilometres north-east of Budapest. Miskolc-Tapolca cave bath, Bukk National Park and Diósgyőr: Történelmi Emlékhely are key highlights.