Flying from Ottawa to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD): what you need to know
Planning your vacation starts with working out where you'll fly out of in Ottawa. Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) is the city's main base, so explore your options for reserving a flight from Ottawa to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) departing from here.
Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport is located in Budapest. The city operates in the UTC+1 timezone and is 5 hours ahead of Ottawa.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your flight from Ottawa to BUD.
Popular months like August or other peak periods mean longer lines and potential delays. Stick to your schedule by arriving at the airport even earlier. Plan for at least four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Ottawa
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
YOW is about 13 kilometres from the centre of Ottawa. To work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This handy travel app will show you the quickest route and your public transport options.
Planning to catch an early flight from Ottawa to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport:
About Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Ottawa to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport, nothing tops 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 BUD:
Getting from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) to central Budapest
Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport is approximately 24 kilometres from the centre of Budapest. With your own car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 31 minutes.
Getting to the centre by public transport takes about 58 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ottawa to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)
For a one-way ticket from Ottawa to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport, C$378 is the best price we've seen. You can also book a return flight from just C$829. These are the lowest fares right now but are subject to change based on availability.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to get flight tickets from Ottawa to BUD if you book in advance. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird rates.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, take advantage of the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price in each month when searching for your ticket from Ottawa to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport.
Create a Price Alert and keep track of changes on this route through push notifications or email. We'll let you know when fares go down. Timing is key for finding flight tickets from Ottawa to BUD.
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The best time to fly from Ottawa to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)
July is the busiest month for flights from Ottawa to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport. To skip the crowds, plan your trip to Budapest in April when things are quieter.
Book your flight from Ottawa to BUD for August if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Budapest to range from 15ºC to 30ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between -8ºC and 6ºC. Search for cheap flights from Ottawa to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Budapest
Start your Budapest trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Ottawa to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport, explore our selection of accommodation options including:
One of the best ways to get to know Budapest is to check out its popular attractions. Essential stops include Fisherman's Bastion, Chain Bridge and Buda Castle.
Complete your Budapest trip with a car rental
After you've booked your hotel and cheap flight from Ottawa to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport, your next task is choosing one of our car rentals in Budapest. Explore the offers and instantly compare options on price, pick-up convenience, and more.
