Flying from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Cairo International Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 3 hours 20 minutes.
Budapest's timezone is UTC+1, making Budapest one hour behind Cairo.
Each week, there are six Cairo International Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport flights. To take off as soon as possible, take the 10:40 EgyptAir flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before you fly, the last flight is at 14:40 with EgyptAir.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your CAI to BUD flight. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak month like August? Public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer queues at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Travelling to Budapest (and then seeing more of Hungary!) is easy with EgyptAir. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Cairo International Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport.
The airline most travellers fly with on this route is EgyptAir.
EgyptAir is the most punctual carrier that offers CAI to BUD flights.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Cairo International Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or visit a new city along the way. Here are some options between CAI and BUD:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)
Rs25,664 is the lowest price for a one-way Cairo International Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport flight. A return flight starts from Rs53,521. These fares can change based on availability.
Book seven months before flying. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from CAI to BUD.
Organise your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for flights from Cairo International Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest airfare across every month.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from CAI to BUD by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Cairo International Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport.
Handy information about Cairo International Airport (CAI)
Of all flights leaving Cairo International Airport, 63.38% touch down on time at their destination.
Cairo International Airport is about 21 kilometres from central Cairo. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 25 minutes.
Get your journey off to a stress-free start by staying near CAI. Whether you're taking an early flight from Cairo International Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)
If you're coming in on a late Cairo International Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping shortly after at one of these options near BUD:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Klass Wagen, Dryyve or Green Motion and see more of Budapest and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport about four weeks ahead of your trip.
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. Driving there takes about 30 minutes.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour.
When to fly to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)
July is the busiest month for flights from Cairo International Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport. To escape the crowds, head to Budapest in April.
Before locking in your flight from Cairo International Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Budapest, with the temperature ranging from 15ºC to 30ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from CAI to BUD in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -8ºC and 6ºC on average.
Explore more of Hungary
You've visited Budapest, now it's time to explore other corners of Hungary. Journey about 193 kilometres east to Debrecen to check off its must-visit sights. From Deri Museum to Hortobagy National Park and Debrecen Zoo and Amusement Park, your itinerary will be busy.
If you're ready to explore another major destination in Hungary, consider Miskolc, about 145 kilometres north-east of Budapest. Galya-tető (Miskolc), DVTK Szabadidő Park and Munkástrón are among its highlights.
