Flying from Shannon Airport (SNN) to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD): what you need to know
Around 3 hours 5 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Shannon Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport.
Budapest's timezone is UTC+1, which makes Budapest one hour ahead of Shannon.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your SNN to BUD flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
During popular months such as August, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during a peak period in general.
Ryanair has direct flights from Shannon Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to tick off the sights in Budapest — and maybe even more of Hungary if you have time.
The airline that tops the list for bookings on this route is Ryanair.
Ryanair ranks as the leading on-time carrier for SNN to BUD flights, with 88.24% of services arriving as scheduled.
If you want to add a stop to your trip, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Shannon Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between SNN and BUD:
Stansted Airport
London Heathrow Airport
Birmingham International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Shannon Airport (SNN) to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)
RM115 is the best price for a one-way Shannon Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport flight. Return flights start at RM237. These fares may change depending on availability and demand.
Book five months before flying. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from SNN to BUD.
The cheapest month for flights from Shannon Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have a flexible schedule.
Save time looking for cheap flights from SNN to BUD by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when fares go down.
Discover the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Shannon Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Shannon Airport (SNN)
When it comes to Shannon Airport's on-time performance, data shows 66.14% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Shannon Airport is around 5 kilometres from central Shannon. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 5 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Expect a journey time of about 10 minutes when using public transport.
Get your holiday off to a stress-free start by staying near SNN. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Shannon Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)
Consider staying in a hotel close to BUD if you have a late Shannon Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Explore without limits 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.
Booking your vehicle from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport about four weeks in advance gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) to central Budapest
Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to the centre of Budapest has a drive time of around 30 minutes. It's approximately 24 kilometres away.
It takes roughly 1 hour to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)
July is the most popular month for flights from Shannon Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport. To skip the crowds, head to Budapest in April.
The warmest month in Budapest is August, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Book your flights from Shannon Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SNN to BUD in January. Temperatures average between -8ºC (18ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF) then.
Explore more of Hungary
You've visited Budapest, now it's time to explore more of Hungary. Travel around 193 kilometres east to Debrecen to tick off its top sights. From Deri Museum to Hortobagy National Park and Debrecen Zoo and Amusement Park, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If there's time to check out another major destination in Hungary, consider Miskolc, about 145 kilometres north-east of Budapest. Galya-tető (Miskolc), DVTK Szabadidő Park and Munkástrón are among the biggest draws.