Travelling from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) to Chengdu: what you need to know
Chengdu is 7 hours ahead of Budapest, where Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport is located. Chengdu operates on the UTC+8 timezone.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your flight from BUD to Chengdu. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during high season in general.
Think about adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper flight from BUD to Chengdu. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for the departures. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular airports:
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
If you hold a passport from Hungary, you will need a visa to visit China. This applies when booking a cheap ticket from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Chengdu for tourism purposes. Requirements may change if you're travelling for work or other reasons. Always consult official visa guidelines before you make travel plans and definitely before flying.
The journey from central Budapest to BUD takes approximately 58 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 24 kilometres in 31 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to BUD? If you're catching an early flight from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Chengdu, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
How to find the cheapest flights from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) to Chengdu
C$536 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Chengdu. A return flight starts from C$830. These prices may change based on demand.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from BUD to Chengdu if you book ahead. Airlines often have some excellent early bird deals.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, check out the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price in each month when looking for your ticket from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Chengdu.
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Airports in Chengdu
Tianfu International Airport (TFU)
Tianfu International Airport (TFU) to the centre of Chengdu takes around 1 hour and 15 minutes by car. It's approximately 72 kilometres away.
If you have a late flight from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Chengdu, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near TFU:
Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU)
Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) is around 21 kilometres from central Chengdu. After your flight from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Chengdu, it'll take you around 31 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel close to CTU. Here are a few options where you can check in after your flight from BUD to Chengdu:
Best time to go to Chengdu
July is the busiest month for flights from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Chengdu. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Chengdu in February when it's quieter.
The warmest month in Chengdu is August, with the temperature ranging between 21ºC and 33ºC. Book your flights from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Chengdu in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Search for cheap flights from BUD to Chengdu in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC and 13ºC on average.
More about Chengdu
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Chengdu right here. Check out these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Chengdu:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. Jinli Ancient Street, Wuhou Shrine and Sichuan Opera Troupe are highlights which should be on every Chengdu itinerary.
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