Budapest International Airport: Everything useful travellers need to know – a 2026 guide

Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD/Budapest International Airport or Budapest Airport) is Hungary’s primary international gateway, handling millions of passengers each year. Whether arriving or departing, it is helpful to know what to expect in terms of terminals, facilities and transportation.

Terminals and airlines

Budapest International Airport operates primarily through Terminal 2, which is split into 2A (Schengen flights) and 2B (non-Schengen flights). Both terminals are connected by the central SkyCourt hall, making it easy to walk between them. Terminal 2A generally serves European Schengen destinations, while 2B handles flights to the UK, US, and Asia.

• Terminal 2A: Primarily Schengen destinations
• Terminal 2B: Flights to the UK, US, and Asia/Non-Schengen flights

Both terminals provide check-in, baggage services, lounges, and security checkpoints. Terminal 1 has been permanently closed for passenger flights.

You can find the list of airlines serving Budapest International Airport here.

Airport facilities

Passengers can enjoy a range of amenities:

• Free Wi-Fi throughout the airport
• Duty-free shopping with Hungarian brands and international products
• Cafés, restaurants and fast-food options
• Currency exchange and ATMs
• Medical services and first aid
• Nursing rooms
• Strollers
• Microwave ovens
• Playground

Find the full list of services and facilities at Budapest International Airport here!

Tip: Lounges are available for business class travellers and can also be accessed with a lounge pass.

Transportation options

Budapest International Airport is connected to the city centre via:

• Taxi: Fixed-rate fares (see Airport Transfer guide)
• Public transport: 100E and 200E buses
• Private transfer/shuttle services

For international travellers, the airport also provides car rentals and long-term parking.

The 100E Airport Express bus provides a direct, convenient and fast connection between Budapest Airport and Deák Ferenc Square, a key transport hub on the Pest side of the city. You can buy and validate tickets directly on the bus using your bankcard for the Budapest Pay&GO service.