Flying from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD): what you need to know
The timezone in Budapest is UTC+1, which is five hours ahead of Philadelphia.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your PHL to BUD flight.
Travelling during a peak month like August? Public holidays and other high seasons can result in longer queues at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Philadelphia International Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some great stopovers between PHL and BUD include:
Copenhagen Airport
Frankfurt Airport
Dublin Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)
At the moment, RM1,562 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Philadelphia International Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is RM2,247. Remember that fares could change due to demand when booking.
To find cheap tickets from PHL to BUD, book early. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Philadelphia International Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport across the entire month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your dates are flexible.
Finding cheap flights from PHL to BUD is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when a lower fare pops up.
Lock in the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Philadelphia International Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
The address for PHL is Industrial Highway and Island Road.
Of the departures from Philadelphia International Airport, 78.93% land on time at their destination.
Philadelphia International Airport is about 19 kilometres from central Philadelphia. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The journey on public transport typically takes 45 minutes.
Have an early flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays near PHL:
Arriving at Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)
Reserve a hotel close to BUD if you're taking a late Philadelphia International Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Follow your own route with a Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Klass Wagen, Dryyve or Green Motion and chase adventure across Budapest and beyond.
Get the best deal by booking your vehicle from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport about four weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) to central Budapest
From Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport, Budapest is approximately 24 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour.
When to fly to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)
The quietest month for a flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport is April, while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Budapest based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Lock in your flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport for August if you want to visit Budapest during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 15ºC (59ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from PHL to BUD in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -8ºC (18ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF) on average.
Explore more of Hungary
Budapest has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Hungary you'll want to see. About 193 kilometres east of Budapest, a trip to Debrecen will keep you on the move. Check out popular 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. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Galya-tető (Miskolc), DVTK Szabadidő Park and Munkástrón.