Flying from Reykjavik to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD): What you need to know
Planning your trip begins with figuring out where you'll leave from in Reykjavik. Keflavik Airport (KEF) is the city's main airport, so check out your options for booking a flight from Reykjavik to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) jetting off from here.
Expect to be travelling for 4 hours 35 minutes. That's the average time for a direct Reykjavik to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport flight.
Budapest is one hour ahead of Reykjavik. Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport is located in Budapest, which follows the UTC+1 timezone.
Keflavik Airport (KEF) to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) is the busiest route, with 3 direct services every week. You can travel from KEF to BUD on Wizz Air's 10:10am departure.
Your flight from Reykjavik to BUD won't wait if you're late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Head to the airport even earlier during popular months like August. Aim for two hours before a domestic departure and as much as four hours for international journeys. After checking in, you can use any extra time to relax or grab something to eat.
Airports in Reykjavik
Keflavik Airport (KEF)
Reach your destination without the detour from Keflavik Airport (KEF). Direct flights from Reykjavik to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) are available from here.
Book your direct flight from Reykjavik to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport with Wizz Air. This top airline operates departures from KEF.
The preferred choice for passengers flying between KEF and BUD is Wizz Air.
With a reliable 88.46% of services landing on schedule, Wizz Air is the top on-time carrier serving this route.
We make it easy to book cheap flights from Reykjavik to BUD that include a stopover. To explore all the options departing from Keflavik Airport (KEF), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Top stopovers between KEF and BUD include:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)
Travelling from central Reykjavik to KEF takes around 55 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a taxi, you'll cover the 48 kilometres in 45 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Catching an early flight from Reykjavik to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near Keflavik Airport:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Keflavik Airport, 79% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
Reykjavik Airport (RKV)
RKV is around 2 kilometres from central Reykjavik. It takes 10 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 20 minutes.
Get your holiday started early with an extra night away from home. Before your Reykjavik to BUD flight, unwind in one of these hotels near Reykjavik Airport:
The majority of flights that leave Reykjavik Airport touch down at their destination as expected. It achieves a consistent on-time performance rate of 81%.
About Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Reykjavik to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these options near BUD:
To get the best deal, book your ride around four weeks ahead of your Reykjavik 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 kilometres from central Budapest. It takes around 25 minutes or so to drive to the city.
Travelling by public transport typically takes 40 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Reykjavik to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)
ج.م. 3,724 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Reykjavik to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport. A return flight starts from ج.م. 7,875. These prices can change based on demand.
To snap up cheap flights from Reykjavik to BUD, book your plane ticket one month ahead of your planned departure.
The best month for finding cheap Reykjavik to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport tickets is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then select the dates that offer the biggest savings.
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The best time to fly from Reykjavik to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Reykjavik to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD). June is the most popular month to visit Budapest. If you're all about a more relaxed kind of trip, think about going in December.
The warmest month in Budapest is August, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC and 33ºC. Book your Reykjavik to BUD plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
Search for cheap tickets from Reykjavik to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -8ºC and 6ºC.
More about Budapest
Start your Budapest trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Reykjavik to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
Every great journey has to include some sightseeing. Fisherman's Bastion, Hungarian Parliament Building and St. Stephen's Basilica are essential stops on your Budapest itinerary.
Explore more of Hungary
Budapest will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other corners of Hungary waiting to be explored. About 177 kilometres east of Budapest, a visit to Debrecen will keep your itinerary busy. Start with popular sights like Hortobágy National Park, Nagyerdei Park and Debreceni Zsinagóga.
If you're looking to explore another major stop in Hungary, consider Miskolc, about 137 kilometres northeast of Budapest. Miskolctapolca Cave Bath, Bukk National Park and Diósgyőr: Történelmi Emlékhely are among the biggest draws.
