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iata: BUD
name: Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport
city: Budapest
country: Hungary
lastUpdated: '2026-08-31'
officialWebsite: 'https://www.bud.hu/en'
sources:
  - 'https://bkk.hu/en/tickets-and-passes/prices/'
  - >-
    https://bkk.hu/en/tickets-and-passes/prices/airport-shuttle-bus-single-ticket/
  - 'https://www.bud.hu/en'
  - >-
    https://www.prioritypass.com/en-GB/lounges/hungary/budapest-ferenc-liszt-international/bud8-skycourt-lounge
  - >-
    https://www.bud.hu/en/passengers/shopping_and_passenger_experience/convenience_services/lounges_and_vip_services
  - >-
    https://www.hoppa.com/en/discover/transportation/how-to-get-from-budapest-airport-to-city-centre
  - >-
    https://bacheloroftravel.com/how-to-get-around-budapest-easily-and-how-much-it-actually-costs-in-2026/
quickFacts:
  - >-
    Single Terminal 2 complex (2A Schengen, 2B non-Schengen) connected via
    SkyCourt
  - Wizz Air and Ryanair dominate low-cost traffic; Lufthansa/Star Alliance hub
  - Security typically 1-5 minutes with live wait-time monitors
  - 11-13 free water fountains airside in Terminal 2
  - >-
    100E Airport Express: 2,500 HUF single (1,000 HUF add-on with eligible
    BudapestGO pass)
  - No major rail link; train requires bus transfer at Ferihegy station
bentoTips:
  - label: Timing
    title: Arrive 90-120 min early
    detail: >-
      Peak mornings (8am-12pm) add slight queue pressure but still under 5 min
      average.
    summary: >-
      Security rarely exceeds 10 min; use live monitors on bud.hu to pick faster
      2A or 2B side.
    category: timing
  - label: Terminal
    title: SkyCourt is the hub
    detail: 'Post-security, Schengen stays 2A side; non-Schengen crosses to 2B gates.'
    summary: All departures funnel through central SkyCourt security between 2A and 2B.
    category: terminal
  - label: Food
    title: SkyCourt food court pre-security
    detail: Grab sandwiches or coffee here if lounge access is unavailable.
    summary: >-
      Best variety and prices before security; airside options limited and
      pricier.
    category: food
  - label: Status
    title: Check bud.hu for live security
    detail: Fast Track available via some lounges or paid options during peaks.
    summary: Real-time wait times for normal and Fast Track posted for both sides.
    category: status
lounges:
  - name: SkyCourt Lounge
    zone: airside between 2A/2B
    hours: '04:30-21:00'
    access:
      - Priority Pass
      - Day pass available
    bestFor:
      - Work
      - Short layovers
    summary: >-
      Solid Priority Pass option with decent food and showers; fills quickly but
      remains reliable.
    verdict: worth-it
    terminal: Terminal 2
    amenities:
      - Showers
      - Food
      - Wi-Fi
  - name: Plaza Premium Lounge
    zone: non-Schengen
    hours: '05:00-23:00'
    access:
      - Priority Pass
      - Day pass ~€35
    bestFor:
      - Non-Schengen flights
    summary: Convenient for non-Schengen gates; can crowd at peaks and food is average.
    verdict: depends
    terminal: Terminal 2B
    amenities:
      - Food
      - Drinks
      - Wi-Fi
  - name: Platinum Lounge (Schengen)
    zone: Schengen
    hours: '05:00-20:00'
    access:
      - Star Alliance Gold
      - Mastercard
      - Day pass
    bestFor:
      - Star Alliance passengers
    summary: >-
      Good for eligible Star Alliance flyers; opposite Gate A8 with solid basic
      amenities.
    verdict: worth-it
    terminal: Terminal 2A
    amenities:
      - Quiet zone
      - Food
  - name: Platinum Lounge (Non-Schengen)
    zone: non-Schengen
    hours: '05:00-22:00'
    access:
      - Star Alliance Gold
      - Day pass
    bestFor:
      - Non-Schengen Star Alliance
    summary: >-
      Useful for eligible passengers but smaller and can get busy according to
      community reports.
    verdict: depends
    terminal: Terminal 2B
    amenities:
      - Food
      - Wi-Fi
waterOptions:
  - kind: refill
    name: Drinking fountain
    zone: airside
    price: Free
    summary: Reliable free refill in central SkyCourt; multiple fountains reduce wait.
    location: 'Food Court area, next to ladies'' toilets on mezzanine level'
    terminal: Terminal 2
    isBestValue: true
  - kind: free
    name: Drinking fountain
    zone: airside
    price: Free
    summary: >-
      Convenient for non-Schengen gates; some stations offer
      hot/cold/room-temperature water.
    location: 'Near Gate B14 toilets, before gates B14-B29'
    terminal: Terminal 2
    isBestQuality: true
  - kind: purchase
    name: Heinemann duty-free
    zone: landside
    price: €1.50-2.00 for 500ml
    summary: Cheapest bottled water pre-security before heading airside.
    location: 'SkyCourt departures hall, pre-security'
    terminal: Terminal 2
airportistScore: 7.3
slug: bud
region: Europe
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# Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)
Budapest, Hungary · Europe
BUD delivers fast security and straightforward navigation but trades off with limited lounge variety and no direct rail link.
## Airportist Score

**7.3 / 10**
- Comfort: 7.0
- Navigation: 7.8
- Food: 6.8
- Transport: 7.5
- Disruption resilience: 7.4

## At a glance

- Passengers: ~18M
- Terminals: 1 main terminal (2A/2B)
- Typical security: 4 min
- On-time: 78%
- Disruption: normal

## Best for

- Fast security screening
- Budget airline connections
- Easy city bus access

## Watch out for

- Limited high-end lounges
- No direct train to center
- Crowded SkyCourt during peaks

## More intel

- [Lounge directory](/airports/bud/lounges.md) (free)
- [Getting there](/airports/bud/getting-there.md) (free)
- [Amenities](/airports/bud/amenities.md)
- [Traveler tips](/airports/bud/tips.md)
- [Water](/airports/bud/water.md)
- [Full guide](/airports/bud/guide.md)
- [Disruptions](/airports/bud/disruptions.md)
- [Reviews](/airports/bud/reviews.md)