Flying from Colombo to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD): What you need to know
The timezone in Budapest is UTC+1, which is four hours 30 minutes behind Colombo. Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport is located in Budapest.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Show up at the airport on time to board your flight from Colombo to BUD.
During popular months such as February, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during high season in general.
Airports in Colombo
Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling and possibly even explore another city. When searching for cheap flights from Colombo to BUD leaving from Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to get ideas for where to visit along the way. Some popular options include:
Dubai International Airport (DXB)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Doha Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Travelling from central Colombo to CMB takes around 50 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a taxi, you'll cover the 32 kilometres in 40 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Planning to catch an early flight from Colombo to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport:
When it comes to Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 74% of flights complete their journey on time.
About Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)
Have a late flight from Colombo to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport? Don't let it rob you of real rest. Stay at one of these hotels near BUD and be in snooze mode sooner:
Go where the road takes you with a Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Klass Wagen, Dryyve or Green Motion and see more of Budapest and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, book your ride around four weeks ahead of your Colombo to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport flight.
Getting from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) to central Budapest
Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport is around 16 kilometres from central Budapest. It takes around 25 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 40 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Colombo to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Colombo to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport is Rs100,329. For a return flight on this route, the best price is Rs201,201. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares could change.
Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Colombo to BUD. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across every month when searching for your Colombo to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from Colombo to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)
January is the quietest month for flights from Colombo to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD), while June is the busiest. Figure out the ideal time to go to Budapest based on whether you like a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Budapest is August, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC and 30ºC. Book your Colombo to BUD plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
January sees temperatures of between -8ºC and 6ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Colombo to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Budapest
Start your Budapest trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Colombo to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport, browse our range of hotels including:
You'll find plenty of fantastic things to do in Budapest when you're ready to sightsee. Kick things off at Fisherman's Bastion followed by River Danube and Hungarian Parliament Building.
Explore more of Hungary
Budapest has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Hungary you'll want to see. Around 177 kilometres east of Budapest, a trip to Debrecen will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading sights like Hortobágy National Park, Nagyerdei Park and Debreceni Zsinagóga.
Miskolc is another essential stop in Hungary and is around 137 kilometres northeast of Budapest. No trip is complete without seeing Miskolctapolca Cave Bath, Bukk National Park and Diósgyőr: Történelmi Emlékhely.