Flying from Mexico City to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD): What you need to know
There are a couple of airports where your trip can begin in Mexico City. Explore your options departing from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) or Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU) when reserving your flight from Mexico City to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD).
Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport is located in Budapest. The city operates on the UTC+1 timezone and is seven hours ahead of Mexico City.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your flight from Mexico City to BUD. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During high season, expect longer queues and arrive earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Mexico City
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your trip and possibly even explore another city. When browsing cheap flights from Mexico City to BUD departing from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to find all potential stops. Some popular options include:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Located around 8 kilometres from the centre of Mexico City, MEX can be reached in about 25 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 55 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Mexico City to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near Benito Juarez International Airport:
Benito Juarez International Airport scores high marks for on-time performance. 80.91% of flights that depart MEX arrive at their destination on time.
Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU)
You can arrive at NLU from central Mexico City in about 55 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The ride on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 45 minutes to cover the 40 kilometres or so.
Kick back before your Mexico City to BUD flight at a hotel close to Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport. Verticca Hotel is one option where you can roll out of bed and arrive at the airport with time to spare.
Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport has an on-time performance rate of 67.58%. This figure shows how often flights that leave from this airport land on schedule.
About Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)
If you have a late flight from Mexico City to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your luggage at baggage claim and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these options near BUD:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Klass Wagen, Dryyve or Green Motion and experience the lesser-explored corners of Budapest and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your ride around four weeks before your Mexico City to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport flight.
Getting from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) to central Budapest
Central Budapest is around 24 kilometres from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport and takes about 30 minutes to reach by car. See what your options are for getting into town, whether that's with a car hire, cab or ride-share.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour.
How to find the cheapest flights from Mexico City to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Mexico City to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport is ₹ 41,149. For a return flight on this route, the best price is ₹ 74,207. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares can change.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Mexico City to BUD if you book ahead. Airlines often have some great early bird deals.
If you have some flexibility with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price in every month when searching for your Mexico City to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from Mexico City to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)
April is the quietest month for flights from Mexico City to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD), while July is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Budapest based on whether you like a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When booking your Mexico City to BUD flight ticket, consider the kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Budapest, with temperatures ranging from 15ºC to 30ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Mexico City to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport in January when temperatures are between -8ºC and 6ºC.
More about Budapest
Start your Budapest trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Mexico City to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport, browse our range of hotels including:
You'll find loads of things to do in Budapest when you're ready to get out and sightsee. Head straight for River Danube followed by Fisherman's Bastion and Hungarian Parliament Building.
Explore more of Hungary
Debrecen is just one of the many cities in Hungary waiting to be discovered after you've seen Budapest. Around 177 kilometres away to the east, popular attractions include Hortobagy National Park, Nagyerdei Park and Debreceni Zsinagóga.
If there's time to check out another major destination in Hungary, consider Miskolc, about 137 kilometres north-east of Budapest. Miskolc-Tapolca cave bath, Bukk National Park and Diósgyőr: Történelmi Emlékhely are among the biggest draws.
