Flying from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD): what you need to know
5 hours 24 minutes is the average time for a direct flight from King Khaled International Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport. Budapest is 2 hours behind Riyadh and operates on the UTC+1 timezone.
Take your pick of 4 weekly flights from King Khaled International Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport. The 11:25 departure with Wizz Air is the earliest you can take from RUH to BUD. Wizz Air operates the last service of the day at 21:20.
You can expect longer queues during popular months such as July and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Traveling to Budapest (and then discovering more of Hungary!) is a breeze with Wizz Air. This popular airline offers direct flights from King Khaled International Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport.
If you'd like to break up your flight from King Khaled International Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport, add a stopover to your trip. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to find a city that catches your eye. Popular stopovers on the RUH - BUD route include:
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport
King Abdulaziz International Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
To see whether you need a visa to enter Hungary, contact your airline and the local consulate or embassy. They'll provide you with all the necessary information, including other travel documents you may need after booking your cheap ticket from RUH to BUD.
How to find the cheapest flights from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)
C$164 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from King Khaled International Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport. A return flight starts at C$343. These fares may change depending on demand.
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 RUH to BUD.
The cheapest month for flight tickets from King Khaled International Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have flexible travel dates.
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Handy information about King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
Central Riyadh to King Khaled International Airport is approximately 40 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 33 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Searching for a handy hotel near RUH? If you've booked an early flight from King Khaled International Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)
If you have a late flight from King Khaled International Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing 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 to central Budapest is around 31 minutes in a car. It's approximately 24 kilometres away. See what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing services.
Getting to the center by public transport typically takes 58 minutes.
When to fly to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from King Khaled International Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Budapest. If you want a quieter vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Budapest is August, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC and 30ºC. Book your flights from King Khaled International Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap flight tickets from RUH to BUD in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -8ºC and 6ºC on average.
More about Budapest
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Budapest right here. Check out these options after locking in your flight from RUH to BUD:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Fisherman's Bastion, Chain Bridge and Buda Castle are highlights which should feature on any good Budapest itinerary.
Complete your Budapest trip with hotels and a car rental
Comparing flights is not the only thing we're good at. Once you've secured your cheap ticket to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport, check out our car rental offers that'll give you the freedom and flexibility to travel around at your own pace. Then, have a look at our exclusive rates for hotels to find the perfect Budapest stay.