Flying from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD): what you need to know
A direct flight from Beijing Capital International Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport takes on average 10 hours 19 minutes. The timezone in Budapest is UTC+1, so it's 7 hours behind Beijing.
Choose from 4 weekly flights from Beijing Capital International Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport. The 02:50 departure with Air China is the earliest flight out from PEK to BUD. Air China operates the latest service of the day at 20:30 if early starts aren't your thing.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
Air China is your ticket to exploring Budapest (and maybe even some other great parts of Hungary!). Browse the direct flights from Beijing Capital International Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport offered by this popular airline.
If you want to break up your flight from Beijing Capital International Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport, think about adding a stopover. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' and find a city that interests you. Popular stopovers on the PEK - BUD route include:
Vaclav Havel Airport Prague
Berlin Brandenburg Airport
Frederic Chopin Airport
To find out whether you need a visa to enter Hungary, contact your airline and the local embassy or consulate. They'll have the latest information, including other paperwork you may need after booking your cheap ticket from PEK to BUD.
How to find the cheapest flights from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Beijing Capital International Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport is C$286. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$579. Keep in mind that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book 9 months before traveling. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap flight tickets from PEK to BUD.
The cheapest month for flight tickets from Beijing Capital International Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have flexible dates.
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Handy information about Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Beijing Capital International Airport is about 31 kilometres from central Beijing. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the center, it'll take 40 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Want a convenient hotel close to PEK? If you're on an early flight from Beijing Capital International Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Beijing Capital International Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these options near BUD:
Getting from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) to central Budapest
Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport is approximately 24 kilometres from central Budapest. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is around 31 minutes.
Traveling to the center by public transport takes around 58 minutes.
When to fly to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)
The quietest month for a flight from Beijing Capital International Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport is April, while July is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Budapest based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Before locking in your flight from Beijing Capital International Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Budapest, with the temperature ranging from 15ºC to 30ºC.
Look for cheap flight tickets from PEK to BUD in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -8ºC and 6ºC on average.
More about Budapest
Once you've locked in your flights from PEK to BUD, you'll need to find somewhere to stay in Budapest. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring this popular destination:
Every great vacation has to include some sightseeing. Fisherman's Bastion, Chain Bridge and Buda Castle are must-visits when exploring Budapest.
Complete your Budapest trip with hotels and a car rental
You've locked in your cheap ticket to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport — next up is finding a place to stay, and perhaps even your own set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the top hotels and car rental deals in Budapest.