Flying from London Luton Airport (LTN) to Budapest Airport (BUD): what you need to know
Around 2 hours 35 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from London Luton Airport to Budapest Airport.
Budapest's timezone is UTC+1, making Budapest one hour ahead of London.
You can choose from 19 weekly London Luton Airport to Budapest Airport flights. The 08:25 departure with Wizz Air is the earliest you can take. Wizz Air operates the latest service of the day at 20:05.
Leave enough time to make your LTN to BUD flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for longer lines in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
Wizz Air is your gateway to exploring Budapest (and maybe even some other exciting corners of Hungary!). Check out the direct flights from London Luton Airport to Budapest Airport offered by this carrier.
Wizz Air is the most frequently booked airline on this route.
With 75.58% of services arriving as scheduled, Wizz Air is the most punctual carrier operating LTN to BUD flights.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from London Luton Airport to Budapest Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers between LTN and BUD include:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
Prague Airport
Handy information about London Luton Airport (LTN)
When it comes to London Luton Airport's on-time performance, 78% of flights complete their journey on time.
To get to London Luton Airport from central London, it'll take about 1 hour 5 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 56 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a trip time of roughly 40 minutes on public transport.
Get your holiday off to a hassle-free start by staying near LTN. Whether you're boarding an early flight from London Luton Airport to Budapest Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Budapest Airport (BUD)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a London Luton Airport to Budapest Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near BUD instead:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Budapest Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Klass Wagen, Dryyve or Green Motion to explore Budapest and beyond.
For the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Budapest Airport about four weeks before your trip.
Getting from Budapest Airport (BUD) to central Budapest
Budapest Airport is approximately 16 kilometres from the centre of Budapest. The drive time takes about 25 minutes.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of about 40 minutes.
When to fly to Budapest Airport (BUD)
The quietest month for a flight from London Luton Airport to Budapest Airport is March, while June is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to visit Budapest based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
When reserving your flight from London Luton Airport to Budapest Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Budapest, with the temperature ranging from 15ºC (59ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from LTN to BUD in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -8ºC (18ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF) on average.
Explore more of Hungary
Budapest is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Hungary waiting to be discovered. About 193 kilometres east of Budapest, a visit to Debrecen will keep you on the move. Start with popular sights like Hortobágy National Park, Nagyerdei Park and Debreceni Zsinagóga.
Around 145 kilometres north-east of Budapest, Miskolc is another essential stop in Hungary. Experience major highlights starting with Miskolctapolca Cave Bath, Bukk National Park and Diósgyőr: Történelmi Emlékhely.