London to Budapest Flights

Flights from London

There are several good options when booking flights from London. With a number of large international airports, London is a major hub for air transport, and is therefore a good starting point for travel to many destinations around the world. London Heathrow, London Gatwick, and London Stansted are all busy departure points, and can all be reached by road or public transport from the city centre. London City and London Luton airports are also departure points for flights from London.

Getting to the airport

When travelling by car, each of the major airports offers extensive parking facilities, often with dedicated bus transfer from the car park to the air terminals. Meanwhile, there are also a number of ways to get to the airports by public transport. London Heathrow, for example, is 15 miles from central London and can be reached in about an hour on the Piccadilly line of the London Underground, or in 15 to 30 minutes by express train from Paddington station. London Gatwick, 28 miles outside central London, can be reached by express train from Victoria station in about half an hour. London Stansted is further away, at 40 miles from central London, and is 45 minutes away by train from Liverpool Street station.

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With the number of airports within easy reach of central London, there are good possibilities for different flights from London to Budapest. For a comprehensive search of current offers, check ebookers.com. As well as air travel, ebookers.com lets travellers book car rental and accommodation in just a few clicks.

Budapest International Airport

Traveling to Budapest does not have to drain your finances. With ebookers, you can discover cheaper flights and take advantage of affordable hotel deals. Visitors to Budapest arrive at Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport, which is located roughly ten miles south-east of the city's business district. The airport has two terminals and services dozens of airlines, some of which include Easy Jet, Air France, Air Berlin, and Ryan Air. In 2011, the airport was renamed the Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport, in honour of the famous composer and pianist.

Transportation to and from the Budapest International Airport

Visitors can leave the airport via numerous options. Taxis are constantly available outside the airport. Reservations for a taxi can be made at the taxi booths located at the exit of any of the terminals. The cost of a cab ranges from €14 to €24, depending on the destination, and trips beyond the city's limits cost €0.8 per mile. The airport also offers a mini-bus service with boarding capacities of eight to ten passengers. Reservations can be made at the airport shuttle desk or before your trip when you use ebookers.

Weather in Budapest

Even though the annual average temperature of Budapest is 9.7°C, the weather gets warm during the summer, with peak temperatures of 24°C. Temperatures drop drastically during the winter (November to February), with average highs of -2°C to 1°c. It is advisable to pack heavy clothing if you plan on visiting during this period. The city receives the most visitors between the months of June and August, when average temperatures are at 21°C.

Things to Do in Budapest

Visitors to Budapest will have little difficulty finding things to do. Popular landmarks include the Palace of Arts, Holocaust Memorial Centre, Heroes Square, and the Palace of Wonders. Families can enjoy a day at the Funfair City Park, visit the Tropicarium, or opt for the Budapest Zoo. Start your trip on the right foot by visiting ebookers first.