Flying from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) to Seoul: what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Seoul is 12 hours 30 minutes.
Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport is located in Budapest. Following the UTC+9 timezone, Seoul is eight hours ahead of Budapest.
You can pick from five services each week between Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) and Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN). This is the most popular flight route.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your BUD to Seoul flight.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months like June. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
Direct Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Seoul tickets are available for booking. Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN) will be where your journey ends.
Korean Air is a well-known airline that operates direct flights from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Seoul.
We make it a breeze to book plane tickets from BUD to Seoul with a stopover. To see all the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to see the sights of the city of your choice. Popular stopovers include:
Istanbul Airport (IST)
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Munich Franz Joseph Strauss Airport (MUC)
BUD is around 11 miles from central Budapest. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the center, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 40 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Seoul? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to BUD:
Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport maintains a strong on-time record, reducing the likelihood of delays. Departures from BUD land on schedule 81% of the time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) to Seoul
$280 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Seoul flight. A return plane ticket right now is $593. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares can change.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to pick up cheap flights from BUD to Seoul if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird discounts.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the lowest price across every month when looking for your Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Seoul ticket.
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Airports in Seoul
Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN) is around 30 miles from the center of Seoul. If you're getting a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.
If you're traveling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.
Consider booking a hotel near ICN if you have a late flight from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Seoul. Choose one of these accommodation options and make your first night all about rest:
Reserving your vehicle from Seoul Incheon International Airport about four weeks before your flight from BUD to Seoul can help you secure the lowest rate.
Seoul Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
Central Seoul is about 10 miles from Seoul Gimpo International Airport (GMP). After your flight from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Seoul has touched down and you've navigated your way to arrivals, expect a drive of around 30 minutes.
If you choose to travel on public transport, the ride to the center takes 35 minutes or so.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel near GMP. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your BUD to Seoul flight:
Score the best price by booking your ride from GMP one week in advance. You can also expect to have a wider selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Seoul
January is the most popular month for flights from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Seoul. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Seoul in December.
Lock in a Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Seoul plane ticket with a departure in August to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 66ºF to 90ºF.
January has average temperatures of between 10ºF and 39ºF. Look for a cheap ticket from BUD to Seoul around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Seoul
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Seoul right here. Check out these options once you've locked in your flight from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Seoul:
Bukchon Hanok Village and Gyeongbokgung Palace are just a couple of the top-rated attractions to put on your Seoul to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at N Seoul Tower.
Explore more of South Korea
Busan is just one of the many places in South Korea waiting to be explored once you've seen Seoul. Around 200 miles away to the southeast, top sights here include Gamcheon Culture Village, Haeundae Beach and Beautiful View Busan - Diamond Bridge.
If you're eager to discover another well-known destination in South Korea, head for Daegu, about 150 miles southeast of Seoul. Alive Aquarium Daegu, Nature Park and Seonsa Historical Park are among its highlights.