Flying from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD): what you need to know
Budapest's timezone is UTC+1, making Budapest five hours ahead of New York.
Your JFK to BUD flight won't wait if you're running late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Flying during a peak month like July? Public holidays and other high seasons can result in longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Check out these options between JFK and BUD:
Frankfurt Airport
Vienna International Airport
Zurich Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)
Right now, Rs43,218 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way John F. Kennedy International Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is Rs119,370. Bear in mind that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from JFK to BUD if you book early. Airlines often have some amazing early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport across the month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
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Handy information about John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
You'll find JFK at JFK Airport.
74.1% of flights taking off from John F. Kennedy International Airport land at their destination on time.
Central New York to John F. Kennedy International Airport is approximately 48 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 50 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 20 minutes when using public transport.
Taking an early flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to JFK:
Arriving at Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a John F. Kennedy International Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near BUD instead:
Grab a Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport rental car and explore Budapest and beyond with your own wheels. Klass Wagen, Dryyve and Green Motion are top providers you can book with here.
To get the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport about four weeks before you travel.
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.
Travelling by public transport will take you around 1 hour.
When to fly to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)
July is the most popular month for flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport. To escape the crowds, travel to Budapest in April.
When booking your flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Budapest, with the temperature ranging from 15ºC to 30ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from JFK to BUD in January. Average temperatures are between -8ºC and 6ºC then.
Explore more of Hungary
You've visited Budapest, now it's time to explore other corners of Hungary. Journey around 193 kilometres east to Debrecen to tick off its leading sights. From Deri Museum to Hortobagy National Park and Debrecen Zoo and Amusement Park, there's plenty to keep you busy.
If you want to check out another side of Hungary, consider Miskolc, roughly 145 kilometres north-east of Budapest. Galya-tető (Miskolc), DVTK Szabadidő Park and Munkástrón are key reasons to visit.