Travelling from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) to Mexico City: what you need to know
Mexico City is 7 hours behind Budapest, where Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport is located. Mexico City operates on the UTC-6 timezone.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your flight from BUD to Mexico City.
During popular months such as July, it's wise to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during peak periods in general.
Consider adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper flight from BUD to Mexico City. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing the departures. Take a pause at one of these popular options:
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
You can travel to Mexico for tourism purposes without a visa if you have a passport from Hungary. But before reserving your cheap tickets from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Mexico City, double-check for the newest rules and regulations. Visa rules are subject to change, and you may require some documentation if your trip is for business or another reason.
Located around 24 kilometres from central Budapest, BUD can be reached in about 31 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The same journey on public transport is roughly 58 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your travels? Stay near BUD. Whether you're catching an early flight from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Mexico City or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are perfect:
How to find the cheapest flights from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) to Mexico City
330 € is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Mexico City. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 549 €. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares can change.
To pick up cheap tickets from BUD to Mexico City, book early. Airlines tend to offer their best fares when flights are first made available.
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Airports in Mexico City
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to the centre of Mexico City takes around 24 minutes by car. It's approximately 8 kilometres away.
Getting there by public transport takes around 57 minutes.
Book a hotel close to MEX if you have a late flight from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Mexico City. Pick one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU)
Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU) is about 40 kilometres from the centre of Mexico City. After your flight from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Mexico City, it'll take you around 55 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
The trip will take about 1 hour and 46 minutes on public transport.
You'll find some welcoming accommodation options within a short drive of NLU. Switch to relaxation mode at Villa Granada after your flight from BUD to Mexico City.
Best time to go to Mexico City
July is the busiest month to hop on a flight from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Mexico City while April is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to visit Mexico City, consider whether you like a lively atmosphere or a quieter vibe.
The warmest month in Mexico City is April, with the temperature ranging between 10ºC and 28ºC. Book your flights from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Mexico City in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for cheap flights from BUD to Mexico City in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 6ºC and 23ºC on average.
More about Mexico City
After locking in your flight from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Mexico City, think about where you'll stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Mexico City:
All great journeys should include some sightseeing. Zocalo, Chapultepec Park and National Museum of Anthropology are attractions you won't want to skip in Mexico City.
Complete your Mexico City trip with a car rental
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