Metro Line 3 connects the airport (about 20 km from the city) to central Budapest in about 40 minutes; taxis take about 30 minutes.
Things to do at Liszt Ferenc International Airport (BUD)
Liszt Ferenc International AirportBUD
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Things to do in Liszt Ferenc International Airport
Budapest is one of Europe's most beautiful and photogenic capital cities, straddling the Danube between the historic Buda hills and flat Pest. The Chain Bridge, Buda Castle, Fisherman's Bastion, the Hungarian Parliament Building, and the ruin bar culture of the Jewish Quarter make it endlessly rewarding. Budapest's thermal bath culture — the vast Széchenyi, the Art Nouveau Gellért, and the Ottoman Rudas — is unique in Europe and as much a local institution as a tourist attraction. The Great Market Hall and the Váci Street area bookend the inner city experience.
Insider intel
Top Tips for Liszt Ferenc International Airport
- Széchenyi Thermal Baths — outdoor pools in a neo-baroque palace setting — are a Budapest institution; entry is affordable and an evening session is particularly atmospheric.
- The Parliament Building river facade lit at night, viewed from the Buda bank, is one of the most beautiful city sights in Europe — best appreciated from the Halászbástya area.
Lounge directory
Browse lounges at BUD
4 Sanctifly partner lounges at Liszt Ferenc International Airport. Each is bookable with points.
100 points per guestPlaza Premium Lounge
Airside at Liszt Ferenc International Airport (BUD) in Budapest, Hungary, the Plaza Premium Lounge is conveniently located for travel on international routes. After you pass through passport control and complete the security check in Terminal 2B, continue into the non-Schengen departure area, where you’ll find the airport lounge within the airside departures zone. This location makes it an ideal stop for travelers heading outside the Schengen Area, allowing you to settle in and relax without leaving the secure side of the terminal. If you are departing from Terminal 2B on a non-Schengen flight, plan to look for the Plaza Premium Lounge once you’ve cleared both security and passport formalities and entered the non-Schengen departures section.Book Now
100 points per guestPlatinum Lounge
After you clear the security check at Liszt Ferenc International Airport (BUD), head into the airside Schengen area on the departure level of Terminal 2A to find the Platinum Lounge. This airport lounge is conveniently positioned opposite gates A8, making it easy to locate as you continue your travel through Budapest, Hungary. If your flight departs from the A gates, you can reach the lounge quickly once you’re airside, with a straightforward walk along the departures concourse. For travelers looking for a comfortable place to relax before boarding, the Platinum Lounge’s location opposite gate A8 in Terminal 2A’s Schengen departures area offers a practical stop between security and your gate.Book Now
100 points per guestPlatinum Lounge
At Liszt Ferenc International Airport (BUD) in Budapest, Hungary, the Platinum Lounge is conveniently located airside in Terminal 2B, making it an easy stop for travelers departing from the Non-Schengen area. After you pass passport control and complete the security check, remain on the departure level and follow signs toward the B gates. You’ll find the access point between gates B6 and B10; take either the stairs or the lift from this spot up to the mezzanine level, where the airport lounge is situated. This clear, central location in Terminal 2B helps streamline your travel through Liszt Ferenc International Airport, whether you’re heading out of Budapest for business or leisure.Book Now
100 points per guestSkyCourt Lounge
At Liszt Ferenc International Airport (BUD) in Budapest, Hungary, the SkyCourt Lounge is located airside in Terminal 2, making it a convenient airport lounge option once you’ve cleared the main security checkpoint. After passing through security, head into the Skycourt area and look to the right-hand side for the escalators. Take the right-side escalator up to the mezzanine level, where the lounge is situated above the main Skycourt concourse. Because it’s airside, you’ll need to access it after completing security, so it’s ideal for travelers who want to relax, recharge, or get organized before their flight from Terminal 2. Whether you’re visiting Budapest for business or leisure travel, this straightforward route helps you find the SkyCourt Lounge quickly and without backtracking.Book Now
Purchase a Sanctifly membership via our website or app.
Unlock airport-specific digital content and reserve VIP lounges using the points included with your plan.
Select the tier that fits your travel habits; higher tiers include more points.
When you book a lounge, you'll receive a unique access code in the app and by email—show this at the lounge to gain access.
You can buy extra points at any time, and rates improve with higher-tier plans.
Membership unlocks airport-specific digital content and the ability to book VIP lounges using points.
Each tier
Liftoff ($25/year)
Explorer ($97/year)
Jetsetter ($220/year)
Trailblazer ($399/year)
provides a different annual points allowance (except Liftoff, which doesn't include points) that refreshes when your subscription renews. You can use your points to reserve lounge access and purchase additional points through the app if you need more.
Higher tiers not only come with more points but also reduce the per-point price when buying extra.
Points are the currency you use in the Liftoff app to book VIP lounge visits. Most plans — Liftoff, Explorer, Jetsetter and Trailblazer — include a points allowance that is deposited into your account whenever your subscription renews. Liftoff does not include points. You spend points to reserve lounges and you can top up your balance at any time through the app. If you cancel your membership, any remaining points expire 30 days after cancellation.
Additional points can be purchased directly in the Sanctifly app from your mobile. All plans allow you to buy more points whenever you need them, and the per-point price decreases on higher-tier plans. Purchased points are added to your account immediately and are non-refundable. If you cancel your membership, any remaining points expire 30 days after cancellation.