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Flights to Budapest
Budapest is a city split into two distinct halves by the Danube River. On one side is Buda, which is home to a line-up of historic sights. Its castle-topped hills overlook Pest on the other side of the river, where the city’s famous ruin bars and nightlife can be enjoyed.
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Why visit Budapest?
Fly to Budapest with British Airways and enjoy a memorable city break.
Ride the funicular up to Buda Castle to visit the National Gallery and the Budapest History Museum and admire the view of the Chain Bridge as you go. From the Castle District and the Fisherman’s Bastion you can also enjoy sweeping views across the river and get an uninterrupted view of the impressive Hungarian Parliament building.
Alternatively, enjoy the views from a boat while cruising along the Danube to Margaret Island, a peaceful escape from the city’s busy streets. You can walk through the island’s gardens and enjoy some tunes at the Musical Fountain. Then spend the evening bar hopping in Pest, starting at Szimpla Kert, a building forgotten after World War II that’s now one of the city’s most popular watering holes. Book your Budapest holiday now.
Budapest facts
Time Zone
GMT +2
Language spoken
Hungarian
Currency
Hungarian Forint
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What to do in Budapest
Explore Budapest’s top sights
Visit Buda Castle and the historic Castle District, take in views from Fisherman’s Bastion and see the Hungarian Parliament building along the Danube.
Relax in thermal baths
Budapest is famous for its thermal spa culture. Spend an afternoon unwinding in baths such as Széchenyi or Gellért.
Discover neighbourhoods and nightlife
Explore the Jewish Quarter for synagogues, street food and ruin bars set in abandoned buildings and factories. Or enjoy a quieter walk along the river and around Margaret Island.
Enjoy food and café culture
From traditional Hungarian eateries serving goulash and langos to trendy cafés and bustling markets, Budapest is a great destination for wallet-friendly dining.
Budapest experience warm summers and cold winters, with temperatures ranging from around 0°C in winter to the high 20s°C in summer.
Spring and autumn offer milder conditions, ideal for sightseeing, while summer is the warmest and busiest time to visit.
Budapest flight FAQs
You can enjoy your trip to Budapest on any budget. Eat and drink as the locals do to save and experience authentic flavours. The city centre is easily walkable if you want to explore its sights by foot, but you can also use the public transport network, which offers affordable passes.
Once you arrive at Budapest Liszt Ferenc International Airport it's an easy journey to the city centre. It takes between 30 to 60 minutes via bus or taxi, depending on the time of day you're travelling. You can also take a train from the nearby Ferihegy train station – it’s just a short bus ride away from the airport.
You can also hire a car with British Airways if you want to see more of what Hungary has to offer. You’ll receive great benefits, with all mandatory charges included and 24-hour customer support, plus you’ll collect Avios points on every rental.
If you’re travelling on a British passport you will not need a visa to visit Hungary. If you’re from a country outside the EU, you may need to apply for a visa in advance of your trip. You can find out more information, check your visa requirements and apply by visiting the IATA Travel Centre.
Visit Budapest between mid-November and the end of December to get in the festive spirit at the city’s vibrant Christmas markets.
Choose spring or autumn to visit popular attractions or take a dip in the famous thermal baths while the city is less busy.
Or fly to Budapest during the hot summer months of June to August, when the streets come alive with people enjoying the sunshine, festivals and open-air bars.
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