Travelling from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) to Plovdiv Airport (PDV): what you need to know
Plovdiv is one hour ahead of Budapest and follows the UTC+2 timezone.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your BUD to PDV flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.
If you'd like to include a stop along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Plovdiv Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between BUD and PDV:
Stansted Airport
Manchester Airport
Birmingham International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) to Plovdiv Airport (PDV)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Plovdiv Airport flight is Rs24,492. A round-trip fare is currently Rs56,951. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To find cheap tickets from BUD to PDV, book ahead. Airlines typically offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first made available.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price across every month when looking for your flight from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Plovdiv Airport.
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Handy information about Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)
Of the flights that depart from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport, 71.48% land on time at their destination.
Central Budapest to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport is approximately 24 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 30 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour.
Taking an early flight from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Plovdiv Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels close to BUD:
Arriving at Plovdiv Airport (PDV)
Consider staying at Rodopi Hotel after your Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Plovdiv Airport flight. It's a quick drive from PDV and a good option if you're eager to get some sleep right away.
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Plovdiv Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Top Rent a Car, Low Cost Cars or Sixt and explore beyond Plovdiv's main sights.
For the best deal, reserve your ride from Plovdiv Airport around four weeks before your trip.
Getting from Plovdiv Airport (PDV) to central Plovdiv
Plovdiv Airport to central Plovdiv has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 14 kilometres away.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour 15 minutes.
When to fly to Plovdiv Airport (PDV)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Plovdiv Airport. January is the most popular month to head to Plovdiv. If you're after a more laid-back vibe, go in April.
When booking your flight from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Plovdiv Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Plovdiv, with temperatures ranging from 15ºC to 33ºC.
January has average temperatures of between -9ºC and 9ºC. Search for cheap tickets from BUD to PDV sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Bulgaria
Plovdiv has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Bulgaria you'll want to see. About 129 kilometres north-west of Plovdiv, a visit to Sofia will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading attractions like National Palace of Culture, Boyana Church and City Garden.
If you're looking to explore another major destination in Bulgaria, head for Varna, about 290 kilometres north-east of Plovdiv. Park Asparuhovo - Asparuhovo sea garden, Dormition of theotokos Cathedral and Sunset viewpoint (място за гледане на Залеза) are among the biggest draws.
