BUD - Budapest Liszt Ferenc International Airport
Budapest, Hungary
IATA Code: BUD · Budapest, Hungary
The airport code BUD is the IATA identifier for Budapest Liszt Ferenc International Airport. You may also find it referred to as Budapest Airport (BUD).
Budapest Liszt Ferenc International Airport (BUD) serves Budapest, Hungary, in the Europe fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
BUD is the IATA airport code for Budapest Liszt Ferenc International Airport, located in Budapest, Hungary. The airport is situated at coordinates 47.4298°N, 19.2611°E. The current jet fuel price in the Europe region is $5.51/gallon as of 2026-05-16.
Current Jet Fuel Price (Europe)
$5.51/gallon
⚠️ Global Fuel Price Surge 2026: Prices affected by 108%
Airport Information
- IATA Code
- BUD
- City
- Budapest
- Country
- Hungary
- Timezone
- Europe/Budapest
- Latitude
- 47.4298°
- Longitude
- 19.2611°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Europe
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from BUD
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| SLD - Sliac | 135 km | $2,083 | $4/passenger |
| TZR - Columbus | 154 km | $2,376 | $5/passenger |
| PZY - Piestany | 170 km | $2,623 | $5/passenger |
| BTS - Bratislava | 174 km | $2,684 | $5/passenger |
| DEB - Debrecen | 177 km | $2,731 | $5/passenger |
| PEV - Pécs-Pogány | 178 km | $2,746 | $5/passenger |
| SOB - Sármellék | 179 km | $2,762 | $6/passenger |
| TAT - Poprad | 197 km | $3,039 | $6/passenger |
| KSC - Kosice | 201 km | $3,101 | $6/passenger |
| OMR - Oradea | 204 km | $3,147 | $6/passenger |
| ARW - Arad | 206 km | $3,178 | $6/passenger |
| ILZ - Žilina | 206 km | $3,178 | $6/passenger |
| VIE - Vienna | 215 km | $3,317 | $7/passenger |
| OSI - Osijek | 221 km | $3,410 | $7/passenger |
| UHE - Kunovice | 223 km | $3,440 | $7/passenger |
| QND - Novi Sad | 232 km | $3,579 | $7/passenger |
| TSR - Timisoara | 240 km | $3,703 | $7/passenger |
| UDJ - Uzhgorod | 260 km | $4,011 | $8/passenger |
| PRV - Prerov | 261 km | $4,027 | $8/passenger |
| OSR - Ostrava | 266 km | $4,104 | $8/passenger |
| BRQ - Brno | 270 km | $4,166 | $8/passenger |
| SUJ - Satu Mare | 274 km | $4,227 | $8/passenger |
| BJY - Batajnica | 288 km | $4,443 | $9/passenger |
| MBX - Maribor | 291 km | $4,490 | $9/passenger |
| GRZ - Graz | 293 km | $4,520 | $9/passenger |
| KRK - Krakow | 297 km | $4,582 | $9/passenger |
| BEG - Belgrade | 301 km | $4,644 | $9/passenger |
| ZAG - Zagreb | 308 km | $4,752 | $10/passenger |
| BNX - Banja Luka | 315 km | $4,860 | $10/passenger |
| BAY - Baia Mare | 317 km | $4,891 | $10/passenger |
| CSB - Caransebes | 320 km | $4,937 | $10/passenger |
| TZL - Null | 333 km | $5,138 | $10/passenger |
| KTW - Katowice | 339 km | $5,230 | $10/passenger |
| CLJ - Cluj-napoca | 342 km | $5,276 | $11/passenger |
| RZE - Rzeszow | 360 km | $5,554 | $11/passenger |
| KLU - Klagenfurt | 383 km | $5,909 | $12/passenger |
| PED - Pardubice | 386 km | $5,955 | $12/passenger |
| LJU - Ljubljana | 389 km | $6,001 | $12/passenger |
| LNZ - Linz | 389 km | $6,001 | $12/passenger |
| TGM - Tirgu Mures | 405 km | $6,248 | $12/passenger |
| SJJ - Sarajevo | 407 km | $6,279 | $13/passenger |
| SBZ - Sibiu | 412 km | $6,356 | $13/passenger |
| IFO - Ivano-Frankivsk | 434 km | $6,696 | $13/passenger |
| LWO - Lvov | 435 km | $6,711 | $13/passenger |
| RJK - Rijeka | 436 km | $6,727 | $13/passenger |
| WRO - Wroclaw | 443 km | $6,835 | $14/passenger |
| RDO - RADOM | 462 km | $7,128 | $14/passenger |
| SZG - Salzburg | 471 km | $7,267 | $15/passenger |
| PRG - Prague | 472 km | $7,282 | $15/passenger |
| VOD - Vodochody | 472 km | $7,282 | $15/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your BUD Flights
Jet fuel typically accounts for 25-35% of airline operating costs. When fuel prices rise due to global events like conflicts or supply disruptions, airlines pass these costs to passengers through fuel surcharges.
Currently, the Europe region has jet fuel priced at $5.51/gallon. This is approximately 108% higher than normal due to Brent crude elevated. EIA Gulf Coast jet fuel at $5.21/gal (2026-05-16). Airlines implementing surcharges globally. IATA reports $175/barrel global average.
Tips to Save on Flights from BUD
- Book during periods of lower fuel prices (typically Q1)
- Choose airlines with fuel-efficient aircraft (787, A350)
- Consider nearby alternative airports
- Book direct flights to avoid multiple fuel surcharges
Climate & Weather at Budapest
Budapest experiences a temperate climate with distinct seasons. Summers are generally pleasant (18-28°C / 64-82°F), while winters can be cold and may bring snow or ice that occasionally affects flight schedules. Travelers arriving in winter should be prepared for potential weather-related delays and dress in warm layers.
Traveler Guide: Flying Through BUD
As a European airport, BUD falls within the Europe fuel pricing zone. European airports typically offer excellent rail and public transit connections to city centers. If traveling within the Schengen Area, border checks are minimal for intra-Schengen flights. Travelers from outside the EU/Schengen zone should ensure visa requirements are met before departure.
Planning Your Trip via BUD
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Budapest Liszt Ferenc International Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from BUD
- Fuel impact awareness: The Europe region currently prices jet fuel at $5.51/gallon — compare this with other regions to understand route pricing
- Alternative airports: The nearest airports to BUD are SLD, TZR, PZY — consider these for potentially lower fares