Be prepared: Traffic at Budapest Airport to be brutal at Christmas

Prepare for brutal traffic at Budapest Airport this Christmas! The holiday season is not only a busy time for shopping malls but also for air traffic control, which receives special attention during this period. HungaroControl Plc. is preparing for the Christmas rush with reinforced capacities, ensuring smooth air traffic management. However, travellers should be prepared for large crowds at Budapest’s Liszt Ferenc International Airport (Budapest Airport), as the airport’s traffic continues to grow.

Brutal traffic at Budapest Airport

Compared to last year, this holiday season is expected to be even busier. The experts at HungaroControl will handle a total of over 34,300 flights during the Christmas period, which is 1,800 more than last year, Economx reports. The airport’s traffic has already been increasing, and during the two weeks leading up to Christmas, 4,200 takeoffs and landings were recorded, 200 more than in 2022.

HungaroControl’s CEO, Ferenc Turi, emphasised that the primary goal is to maintain safe and smooth air traffic during the busy holiday period. “In the past months, we have focused on expanding our capacity and are well-prepared for the increased traffic during the holidays,” he said.

A total of 103 air traffic controllers will be on duty in the weeks leading up to Christmas, including 9 newly certified controllers who have obtained their operational licenses. Additionally, two experienced foreign professionals have completed training to manage air traffic in the KFOR sector, while 11 foreign controllers have joined HungaroControl’s team and will soon be managing flights in Kosovo’s upper airspace. The team is also strengthened by three Hungarian professionals who temporarily worked abroad and have now returned to support the domestic air traffic control team.

The holiday season poses a significant challenge for air traffic controllers, but HungaroControl has taken all the necessary steps to ensure smooth operations. Travelers should expect heavy traffic at Liszt Ferenc International Airport during this period but can rely on the preparations in place for safe and efficient air travel.

Memories of Hungary store in the SkyCourt renewed

According to a Facebook post by Budapest Airport, the Memories of Hungary store, located in the SkyCourt at the airport, has been renewed.

“Visit this shop, now infused with modern elements, if you would like to pick up products from authentic Hungarian designers, unique Hungarian specialties or exceptional Hungarian gastronomic delights before your flight. The store is further elevated by the candelabras sourced from the Chain Bridge at the entrance and a digital photo wall showcasing the iconic bridge.

Come and experience the meeting of tradition and innovation at the newly refreshed shop in the Terminal 2.”

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