Travelling from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) to Chengdu: what you need to know
The timezone in Chengdu is UTC+8. The city is seven hours ahead of Budapest, where Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport is located.
For a relaxed start to your BUD to Chengdu flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
You can expect longer lines during popular months like June. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially score a cheaper plane ticket from BUD to Chengdu. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Take a detour (and maybe pocket some savings) by stopping at one of these airports:
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Doha Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Located around 18 kilometres from central Budapest, BUD can be reached in about 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic). Travelling on public transport takes roughly 40 minutes.
Searching for a hotel close to BUD? If you're catching an early flight from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Chengdu, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport maintains a strong on-time performance, so you're less likely to experience disruptions. Departures from BUD touch down on schedule 81% of the time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) to Chengdu
₹ 37,437 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Chengdu flight. A return ticket right now is ₹ 56,650. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from BUD to Chengdu if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Chengdu throughout the month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
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Airports in Chengdu
Chengdu Tianfu International Airport (TFU)
Chengdu Tianfu International Airport (TFU) to the centre of Chengdu takes around 50 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 48 kilometres away.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour.
Consider staying in a hotel close to TFU if you're coming in on a late flight from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Chengdu. Pick one of these options and make arrival day easier:
Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU)
Central Chengdu is about 16 kilometres from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU). Once your flight from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Chengdu has hit the runway and you've made your way to arrivals, the drive should take about 35 minutes.
Travelling by public transport will take about 45 minutes.
There are some comfortable places to rest your head close to CTU. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your BUD to Chengdu flight at one of these perfectly located options:
The address for Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport is Airport Expressway Entrance.
Best time to go to Chengdu
February is the busiest month for flights from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Chengdu. To skip the crowds, head to Chengdu in December.
The warmest month in Chengdu is August, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC and 33ºC. Book your Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Chengdu plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
January has average temperatures of between 0ºC and 13ºC. Search for a cheap ticket from BUD to Chengdu around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Chengdu
Once you've booked your flight from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Chengdu, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring Chengdu:
All great holidays should include some sightseeing. Jinli Ancient Street, Tianfu Panda Tower and Sichuan Museum are attractions you won't want to skip in Chengdu.
Explore more of China
Nanchong is just one of the many cities in China waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Chengdu. Around 193 kilometres away to the east, top sights here include Lingyun Mountain Scenic Area, Xishan Scenic Area and Sichuan Nanchong Xishan Scenic Area Qileshan Scenic Area.
If you're eager to discover another great destination in China, consider Tianshui, roughly 467 kilometres north of Chengdu. Qimulin Mountain, Yuquan Temple and Tianshui Shenjin Mountain Provincial Forest Park are the start of reasons to visit.