Flying from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) to New York: what you need to know
New York is 5 hours behind Budapest, where Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport is located. New York operates on the UTC-4 timezone.
Give yourself enough time to catch your flight from BUD to New York. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months such as July and other peak seasons. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
We make it a cinch to book a flight from BUD to New York with a stopover. To see all the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Top stopovers include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)
You'll need an ETA for United States if you hold a passport from Hungary and are traveling for tourism purposes. Visa and travel documentation requirements can be subject to change. So before you book your cheap ticket from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to New York, check with your airline and your destination country's local consulate or embassy for the most up-to-date information.
Traveling from central Budapest to BUD takes about 58 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 24 kilometers in 31 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Have an early flight from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to New York? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to BUD:
How to find the cheapest flights from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) to New York
$189 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to New York. Return flights start at $389. These prices can change depending on availability and demand.
It's usually smart to book early if you're looking for cheap tickets from BUD to New York. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the departure date.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest tickets from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to New York across the entire month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
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Airports in New York
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to central New York is approximately 24 kilometers. It'll take you around 28 minutes to get to the center driving.
Traveling to the center on public transport takes about 1 hour and 11 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to New York, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these accommodation options near EWR:
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
The center of New York is about 48 kilometers from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). After your flight from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to New York has landed and you've navigated your way to arrivals, the drive should take about 48 minutes.
You can also travel by public transport, which will take approximately 1 hour and 20 minutes.
After your flight from BUD to New York, rest your head at a hotel close to JFK. These are some great options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to New York
August is the most popular month to catch a flight from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to New York while February is the quietest. To work out the best time to visit New York, consider the pace you prefer to travel at.
Book your flight from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to New York for July to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 18ºC to 30ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from BUD to New York in January when temperatures average between -6ºC and 8ºC.
More about New York
Start your New York trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to New York, check out our selection of hotels including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be difficult to know where to start. Statue of Liberty, Central Park and Empire State Building are popular attractions which should be on every New York itinerary.
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