Zurich to Budapest Flights

Travel from Zurich Airport

Zurich Airport is the largest international airport in Switzerland and is the main hub for Swiss International Airlines. The airport is situated 13 kilometres to the north of Zurich's city centre. Flights from Zurich go to 170 destinations across the world, so travellers are never short of places to visit.

The airport can be accessed by road or public transport. Swiss Federal Railways runs services to and from Zurich Airport. In addition, there are 13 local bus services connecting with the airport and a Glattabahn tram service which provides direct connections between the airport and the surrounding area. The airport can be reached by car in around 25 minutes using the main A20 road that links Zurich with Basel and Bern. Drivers then join the A51 which has signposts to the airport.

For those travelling to the airport by car there are three multi-storey car parks and a low-cost parking area which is ideal for those who wish to leave their vehicle for an extended period. The long-stay car park is about 10 minutes from the main airport building whilst the multi-storey car parks are directly connected. For those who wish to drop off passengers, there are short-term parking spaces in front of the departures zone. Individuals using these drop-off points may only stay for a maximum of 15 minutes.

The airport has plenty of facilities for travellers including shops, restaurants, Wi-Fi and facilities for disabled travellers.

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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.