There are 5 international and 4 national airports in Hungary. The main gateway to the country is Liszt Ferenc Airport, formerly known as Ferhidel Airport. The airport is located 16 kilometers from the center of Budapest.
Direct flights to Hungary are operated by Aeroflot and UTair, and the Hungarian airline Malev also has direct flights from Budapest to Moscow. You can get to Hungary with transfers on Lufthansa, Aerosvit Airlines, Czech Airlines.
From St. Petersburg to the Hungarian capital, connecting flights can be flown on LOT, Finnair and other airlines.
How long does it take to fly to Hungary from Moscow?
Fly from Moscow: about 2.5 hours - direct flight, from 5 hours - flight with transfer
Time difference with Moscow: + 2 hours - summer time, +3 hours - winter time
Airports of Hungary
Liszt Ferenc International Airport (BUD)
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Address: 1185 Budapest, Hungary
Phone: +(36 1) 296 70 00
www.bud.hu
Liszt Ferenc International Airport (Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér) is the main air hub of Hungary; most tourists enter the country through this airport. It is located 16 kilometers southeast of the center of Budapest. Regular flights from the airport fly to Europe, Asia, the Middle East and North America.
Liszt Ferenc Airport consists of 4 terminals, Terminals 1, 2A and 2B are the main ones, while the small Terminal 4 is used for general aviation.
All flights to Schengen countries operate through Terminal 2A; other flights pass through Terminal 2B. Terminal 1 is used for low-cost airlines.
The airport has free Wi-Fi in the waiting and check-in halls, there are also exchange offices, ATMs, and many shops and restaurants.
You can get to the airport by taxi, metro, train and buses.
Debrecen International Airport (DEB)
Address: Debrecen International Airport (DEB), Debrecen, Hungary
Phone: +(36 52) 51 88 00
www.debrecenairport.com
The second largest passenger flow in Hungary is Debrecen International Airport. The airport is located 5 kilometers south of the city. Due to its close location to the borders of Ukraine, Slovakia and Romania, the airport is considered the “eastern gateway” of the European Union. The airport accepts charter and regular flights. Regular flights connect Debrecen with Munich and Bremen. Charter flights from the airport fly to Bulgaria, Turkey and Egypt.
Sharmellek International Airport (SOB)
Address: Sármellék, Repülőtér 1, Hungary
Phone: +(36 83) 20 03 04
www.hevizairport.com
Sármellék International Airport (Sármellék Nemzetközi Repülőtér), also known as Balaton Airport, is located in the Lake Balaton area. It is located 12 kilometers from the city of Keszthely and 1 kilometer from the village of Sarmellek. The airport gained its popularity as a transport hub due to its close location to the resorts on Lakes Balaton and Heviz.
Győr Pere International Airport (QGY)
Address: Győr-Pér International Airport, Győr, Hungary
Phone: +(36 96) 55 92 00
www.gyor-per.hu
Győr-Pér International Airport is located in northwestern Hungary, 15 kilometers from the city of Győr. Mostly private and charter flights fly here.
Pécs Pogany International Airport (PEV)
Address: Pécs-Pogány International Airport, Pécs, Hungary
Phone: +(36 72)52 6140
www.airport-pecs.hu
Pécs-Pogány International Airport was opened in 2006. Located 9 kilometers from the city of Pécs. Due to its short runway, the airport is used mainly by private aircraft and, quite rarely, by charter flights.
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Heviz is one of the most popular balneological resorts in Hungary. This resort is named after the lake with warm mineral water, the largest in Europe. The underground source feeding the lake is so powerful that the water in the lake is completely renewed (!) every 28 hours. You can swim in it both in summer and winter, so pack your bags and go ahead and improve your health. Moreover, you can get to Heviz quickly and comfortably by plane, because there is a large international airport nearby.
Heviz Airport, which has international status, is considered the gateway to the balneological resorts of Hungary.
Heviz airport terminal
Heviz Airport has one passenger terminal, serving mainly charter flights.
History of the airport
Heviz Airport begins its history in the 40s of the last century. At that time, on the site of the modern airport there was a military airfield, which was under the rule of the Soviet Union until the 90s. The modern runway, 2.5 km long, was built in 1982. Since 1991, Heviz Airport becomes civilian and comes under Hungarian authority. In 2002 it was awarded international status. Today it accommodates almost all types of aircraft, except the heaviest ones, and offers passengers all the amenities for a comfortable wait for departure.
Services
- duty free shop
- car rental
- travel agency
Tax free
At Heviz airport you can get a taxi free service by going to the counter under the Global Blue sign, but only if you are lucky enough to find the staff there. Opening hours: Sunday 9:30-14:00, all other days the point is closed.
How to get to the airport
Taxi
There is a taxi service at Heviz airport, the trip will cost approximately 2500-3000 HUF. Prices on the page are as of March 2019.
Bus
Transport links are well established; you can get from the airport to the city by regular buses that stop right in front of the airport terminal.
Car rental at Heviz airport
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- Where to stay: those suffering from diseases of the joints and musculoskeletal system should choose a small health resort in the vicinity of Lake Balaton - Zalakaros, and the health course on Heviz is excellent not only for treatment, but also as a preventive measure and relaxation for the whole family.
- What to see: Baroque Budapest, unique Lake Cave in the surrounding area
Hévíz-Balaton Airport (SOB) is of international importance. It is located in the village of Szarmellek (Hungary). It ranks second in importance after Budapest Airport. It is also an important air gateway to Hungary. It is worth noting that this airport is seasonal. It operates in spring and summer, when a large number of tourists arrive at lakes Balaton and Heviz.
Hotels near Heviz Balaton Airport
Each of the city's guests can choose one of the hotels near Balaton Airport according to their capabilities and go on vacation immediately after arrival. All complexes offer excellent living conditions, comfortable and cozy rooms, various amenities and a variety of recreational options.
Within a radius of several kilometers there is a five-star hotel near Sarmallek airport - Lotus Therme Hotel & Spa. Nearby there are four-star hotels: Kolping Hotel Spa & Family Resort, Danubius Health Spa Resort Aqua All Inclusive, as well as three-star hotels: Hunguest Hotel Helios Superior.
When going on vacation, we recommend that you think through everything down to the smallest detail. It's best to think about booking rooms in advance. You can book a hotel near Sarmallek International Airport in Heviz through our online booking service The Planet of Hotels.
