Travelling from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD): what you need to know
Around 10 hours 20 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Beijing Capital International Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport.
The timezone in Budapest is UTC+1, which is seven hours behind Beijing.
Each week, there are four Beijing Capital International Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport flights. If you want to get going early, opt for the 02:50 Air China flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before you fly, the last flight is at 14:10 with Air China.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your PEK to BUD flight.
Travelling during a peak month like April? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Air China is your gateway to exploring Budapest (and perhaps some other great parts of Hungary!). Browse the direct flights from Beijing Capital International Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport offered by this carrier.
The majority of travellers choose to travel with Air China on this route.
The most punctual carrier that operates PEK to BUD flights is Air China. Its services arrive without delay 79.41% of the time.
If you want to split up your journey, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Beijing Capital International Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between PEK and BUD:
Berlin Brandenburg Airport
Vaclav Havel Airport Prague
Frederic Chopin Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Beijing Capital International Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport flight is Rs70,127. A round-trip ticket right now is Rs153,263. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
To get cheap tickets from PEK to BUD, reserve your journey six months ahead of your departure date.
The cheapest month for flights from Beijing Capital International Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have flexible dates.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from PEK to BUD by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Tailor your flights using filters. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Beijing Capital International Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport.
Handy information about Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
PEK is located at Capital Airport Rd.
79.67% of flights leaving from Beijing Capital International Airport arrive at their destination on time.
To reach Beijing Capital International Airport from central Beijing, it takes about 40 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 31 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Have an early flight from Beijing Capital International Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels close to PEK:
Arriving at Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)
Consider booking a hotel near BUD if you're catching a late Beijing Capital International Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Pick up a Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport rental car and discover Budapest and beyond with your own set of wheels. Klass Wagen, Dryyve and Green Motion are popular outlets you can book with here.
Booking your vehicle from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport around four weeks in advance can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) to central Budapest
Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to central Budapest has a drive time of around 30 minutes. It's approximately 24 kilometres away.
It takes around 1 hour when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Beijing Capital International Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Budapest. If you want a quieter vibe, go in April.
Book your flight from Beijing Capital International Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport for August if you want to visit Budapest during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 15ºC and 30ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from PEK to BUD in January. Average temperatures are between -8ºC and 6ºC then.
Explore more of Hungary
Budapest has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Hungary waiting to be discovered. Around 193 kilometres east of Budapest, a visit to Debrecen will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with attractions like Deri Museum, Hortobagy National Park and Debrecen Zoo and Amusement Park.
Around 145 kilometres north-east of Budapest, Miskolc is another favourite stop in Hungary. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Galya-tető (Miskolc), DVTK Szabadidő Park and Munkástrón.