Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) — Live Departures
Below you will find the live departures board for Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD). Real-time information on all outbound flights, including flight status, scheduled departure times, destinations, terminals, and gates. The board is updated every minute. Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport handles approximately 17.6 million passengers annually.
Terminal Information at Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport
Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport has 3 passenger terminals.
Most international departures from BUD operate from the main terminal. Low-cost carriers may use a different terminal. Always verify your departure terminal on your boarding pass or the live board above before heading to security.
Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport operates a single modern passenger terminal building — Terminal 2 — which handles all scheduled flights. Terminal 2 is split into two connected piers, Terminal 2A and Terminal 2B, joined by the SkyCourt, a five-storey central building that opened in March 2011 and houses the main security screening, shops, restaurants, and most of the airport’s lounges.
Terminal 2A is the Schengen pier, serving flights within the Schengen Area. It handles most of the Wizz Air (W6) and Ryanair (FR) European network, as well as Lufthansa Group (LH), Air France-KLM (AF/KL), and LOT (LO) rotations to their hubs. Because there is no border check for Schengen departures, the pier is deliberately lean, with a handful of cafes, a newsagent, and seating. Gates are numbered in the A range.
Terminal 2B is the non-Schengen pier, handling flights outside the Schengen Area, including the UK, Ireland, the United States, Canada, Turkey, the Gulf states, and Asia. It serves transatlantic services to Philadelphia (PHL) and Toronto (YYZ), as well as Gulf carriers, Turkish Airlines (TK), and long-haul routes to China and South Korea. Passengers departing from 2B must pass through passport control after security.
The older Terminal 1, a separate art-deco building located 2 km from Terminal 2, closed to scheduled flights in 2012 following the collapse of MALÉV Hungarian Airlines. It is now used as an events venue and is not open for passenger flights.
The minimum connection time at BUD is 45 minutes for Schengen-to-Schengen transfers and 60 minutes for international-to-international transfers.
Read the full terminal guide for BUD →
Check-In & Security
- International flights: arrive at least 2.5–3 hours before departure.
- Domestic flights: arrive at least 1.5–2 hours before departure.
- Online check-in usually opens 24–48 hours before departure and can save time at the airport.
- Security queues are longest between 6:00–9:00 and 16:00–19:00. Allow extra time during peak hours.
Popular Departure Destinations
Flights from BUD connect to destinations across Europe, Asia, North America, and the Middle East. Use the live board above to check specific routes, or explore the airport guide for a full list of destinations and airlines.
Frequently Asked Questions
How early should I arrive at BUD for my flight?
Arrive at least 2.5–3 hours before international flights and 1.5–2 hours for domestic flights. Peak hours (6:00–9:00, 16:00–19:00) may require extra time for security.
Which terminal does my flight depart from at BUD?
Most international flights depart from the main terminal. Low-cost carriers may use a different terminal. Check your boarding pass or the live departures board above to confirm.
How do I find my gate at BUD?
After passing security, follow the signs to your gate. Gate numbers are displayed on screens throughout the terminal and on the live departures board. Boarding usually starts 30–45 minutes before departure.
Is there free Wi-Fi at Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport?
Most major airports offer free Wi-Fi. Connect to the airport's official network and log in with your email or phone number.