Flying from Ben Gurion Intl Airport (TLV) to Budapest Airport (BUD): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Ben Gurion Intl Airport to Budapest Airport is 3 hours 30 minutes.
Budapest is one hour behind Tel Aviv and is in the UTC+1 timezone.
You can take your pick of 48 weekly Ben Gurion Intl Airport to Budapest Airport flights.
Your TLV to BUD flight won't wait if you're running late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
The majority of travelers choose to travel with Wizz Air on this route.
EL AL Israel Airlines is the most punctual carrier offering TLV to BUD flights. A dependable 84.62% of its departures on this route arrive without delay.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ben Gurion Intl Airport (TLV) to Budapest Airport (BUD)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Ben Gurion Intl Airport to Budapest Airport flight is $57. A return plane ticket right now is $128. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
To get cheap tickets from TLV to BUD, reserve your journey five months ahead of your departure.
Organize your trip for October. That's the cheapest month for flights from Ben Gurion Intl Airport to Budapest Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.
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Secure the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Ben Gurion Intl Airport to Budapest Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Ben Gurion Intl Airport (TLV)
78% of flights that take off from Ben Gurion Intl Airport touch down at their destination on time.
Central Tel Aviv to Ben Gurion Intl Airport is approximately 18 kilometers. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Expect a trip time of around 25 minutes when using public transport.
Need a handy hotel close to TLV? If you've booked an early flight from Ben Gurion Intl Airport to Budapest Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Budapest Airport (BUD)
If you're coming in on a late Ben Gurion Intl Airport to Budapest Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these options near BUD:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Budapest Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Klass Wagen, Dryyve or Green Motion and explore beyond Budapest's main sights.
Reserving your vehicle from Budapest Airport around four weeks ahead can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Budapest Airport (BUD) to central Budapest
From Budapest Airport, Budapest is approximately 16 kilometers away. It takes around 25 minutes to get to the center driving.
Getting to the center on public transport takes about 40 minutes.
When to fly to Budapest Airport (BUD)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Ben Gurion Intl Airport to Budapest Airport. June is the busiest month to head to Budapest. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in March.
Before locking in your flight from Ben Gurion Intl Airport to Budapest Airport, think about the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Budapest, with temperatures ranging from 15ºC (59ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from TLV to BUD in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -8ºC (18ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF) on average.
Explore more of Hungary
Budapest is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Hungary you should also see. Around 193 kilometers east of Budapest, a visit to Debrecen will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading sights like Hortobágy National Park, Nagyerdei Park and Debreceni Zsinagóga.
If you want to check out another corner of Hungary, consider Miskolc, roughly 145 kilometers north-east of Budapest. Miskolctapolca Cave Bath, Bukk National Park and Diósgyőr: Történelmi Emlékhely are key highlights.