Flying from Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL) to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD): what you need to know
The timezone in Budapest is UTC+1, which is two hours ahead of Ponta Delgada.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your PDL to BUD flight.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Joao Paulo II Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers between PDL and BUD include:
Brussels S. Charleroi Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Milano Malpensa Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL) to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)
$120 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Joao Paulo II Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport flight. Return flights start from $287. These prices can change depending on demand.
It's often best to book early if you want to get cheap tickets from PDL to BUD. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
Finding cheap flights from Joao Paulo II Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices across every month and score a great deal.
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Handy information about Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL)
Of the departures from Joao Paulo II Airport, 68.76% land on time at their destination.
Joao Paulo II Airport is about 5 kilometers from central Ponta Delgada. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the center, it'll take you 10 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The trip on public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Joao Paulo II Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to PDL:
Arriving at Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)
Book a hotel close to BUD if you're on a late Joao Paulo II Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
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Reserving your vehicle from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport around four weeks in advance increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) to central Budapest
From Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport, Budapest is approximately 24 kilometers away. It takes around 30 minutes to reach the center by car.
When traveling on public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour.
When to fly to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)
July is the most popular month for flights from Joao Paulo II Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport. To skip the crowds, travel to Budapest in April.
The warmest month in Budapest is August, with the temperature ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Lock in your flights from Joao Paulo II Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
Search for cheap tickets from PDL to BUD in January if you like traveling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -8ºC (18ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF) on average.
Explore more of Hungary
Debrecen is just one of the many cities in Hungary waiting to be explored after you've seen Budapest. Around 193 kilometers away to the east, well-known attractions include Deri Museum, Hortobagy National Park and Debrecen Zoo and Amusement Park.
Around 145 kilometers north-east of Budapest, Miskolc is another favorite stop in Hungary. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Galya-tető (Miskolc), DVTK Szabadidő Park and Munkástrón.