Flying from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) to Houston: what you need to know
Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport is located in Budapest. Based in the UTC-5 timezone, Houston is six hours behind Budapest.
To avoid missing your BUD to Houston flight, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
If you're jetting off during a bank holiday or another peak period, allow for even more time. A good general rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at security and check-in will be longer.
We make it simple to book flight tickets from BUD to Houston with a stopover. To see all your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Well-traveled stopover hubs include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
BUD is around 18 kilometres from central Budapest. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour.
Want a leisurely start to your travels? Stay near BUD. Whether you've booked an early flight from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Houston or don't want departure day to feel hectic, these hotels are worth a look:
Of the departures from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport, 71.48% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) to Houston
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Houston flight is RM2,222. The cheapest price for a return flight is RM3,108. Bear in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking early is often the key to securing a cheap flight from BUD to Houston. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the nearer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
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 searching for your Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Houston ticket.
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Airports in Houston
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) is around 27 kilometres from the centre of Houston. If you're opting for a ride-share or a cab, the drive takes about 20 minutes.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Houston. Book one of these accommodation options near IAH instead:
Grab a George Bush Intercontinental Airport rental car and discover Houston and beyond with your own set of wheels. Dollar, Thrifty and Sixt are popular providers to choose from here.
To secure the lowest price, book your ride from George Bush Intercontinental Airport around three weeks in advance of your flight from BUD to Houston.
IAH is located at 16930 JFK Boulevard.
William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)
William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) is around 19 kilometres from central Houston. Once you've hopped off your flight from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Houston, it'll take you around 20 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
If you travel by public transport, the ride to the centre will take you 1 hour 40 minutes or so.
Following your BUD to Houston flight, unwind at a hotel near HOU. These are some comfortable options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
Forget about inconvenient public transport timetables or long cab lines. Pick up a William P. Hobby Airport rental car and let the journey unfold your way. Compare availability and rates from Easirent, Dollar and Thrifty.
Lock in the best price by reserving your ride from HOU four weeks in advance. You'll also have access to a wider selection of vehicles.
You can find William P. Hobby Airport at 7800 Airport Boulevard.
Best time to go to Houston
Before you book your flights from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Houston, consider which time of year works best for you. Peak season in Houston offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty of activities, while the low season means you'll get better deals on hotels and fewer crowds.
The warmest month in Houston is August, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 40ºC (104ºF). Lock in your Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Houston flight ticket then if that's the weather you find most pleasant.
Look for cheap tickets from BUD to Houston in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 5ºC (41ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF) on average.
More about Houston
Start your Houston trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Houston, check out our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, Beck Building, The Houston Museum of Natural Science and Hermann Park are popular attractions which should feature on any good Houston itinerary.
Explore more of United States
San Antonio is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Houston. Around 306 kilometres away to the west, its top attractions include The San Antonio River Walk, San Antonio Missions National Historical Park and San Fernando Cathedral.
If you're ready to explore another great destination in United States, head for Dallas, roughly 370 kilometres north of Houston. Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Gardens, Perot Museum of Nature and Science and Dallas Museum of Art are key reasons to visit.