Flying from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from King Khaled International Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport is 5 hours 25 minutes.
The timezone in Budapest is UTC+1, which is two hours behind Riyadh.
Each week, there are four King Khaled International Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport flights. If you'd like to jet off as soon as possible, opt for the 18:25 Wizz Air flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before you fly, the latest flight is at 21:20 with Wizz Air.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your RUH to BUD flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak month such as July? Public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer queues at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Wizz Air is your gateway to exploring Budapest (and perhaps some other exciting parts of Hungary!). Check out the direct flights from King Khaled International Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport offered by this carrier.
The airline that tops the list for bookings on this route is Wizz Air.
Wizz Air is the most punctual carrier that offers RUH to BUD flights.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from King Khaled International Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Check out these options between RUH and BUD:
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
King Abdulaziz International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)
At the moment, 97 € is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way King Khaled International Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is 218 €. Remember that fares could change due to demand when booking.
To secure cheap tickets from RUH to BUD, reserve your journey six months ahead of your departure.
Organise your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from King Khaled International Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfare across every month.
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Handy information about King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
King Khaled International Airport maintains a strong on-time performance, making delays less likely. Departures from RUH touch down on schedule 86.76% of the time.
King Khaled International Airport is about 40 kilometres from central Riyadh. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Get your travels off to a relaxed start by staying near RUH. Whether you're taking an early flight from King Khaled International Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a King Khaled International Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near BUD instead:
Pick up a Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport rental car and discover Budapest and beyond with your own wheels. Klass Wagen, Dryyve and Green Motion are well-known companies you can book with here.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport about four weeks before your travel date.
Getting from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) to central Budapest
Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to central Budapest has a drive time of about 30 minutes. It's approximately 24 kilometres away.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour.
When to fly to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from King Khaled International Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Budapest. If you're after a quieter vibe, go in April.
Book your flight from King Khaled International Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport for August if you want to visit Budapest during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 15ºC (59ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from RUH to BUD in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -8ºC (18ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF) on average.
Explore more of Hungary
Debrecen is just one of the many cities in Hungary waiting to be explored after you've seen Budapest. Around 193 kilometres away to the east, check out popular attractions including Deri Museum, Hortobagy National Park and Debrecen Zoo and Amusement Park.
If you're ready to explore another major stop in Hungary, head for Miskolc, about 145 kilometres north-east of Budapest. Galya-tető (Miskolc), DVTK Szabadidő Park and Munkástrón are key highlights.