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  "response": {
    "Key": "US-BUD",
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      "code": "US",
      "type": "country",
      "country": "United States"
    },
    "dest": {
      "code": "BUD",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "Budapest",
      "fullCity": "Budapest, Hungary",
      "airport": "Liszt Ferenc Intl Airport"
    },
    "faq": {
      "q3": {
        "question": "Which cities in United States are usually cheapest or easiest for flying to Budapest?",
        "answer": "New York and Chicago are the easiest, with the most one-stop options on major European carriers. Los Angeles and San Francisco can be cheaper at times but involve longer travel. From smaller US cities, you will connect through a major hub like New York, Chicago or a European gateway."
      },
      "q5": {
        "question": "When is the cheapest time to fly from United States to Budapest?",
        "answer": "Flights from the US to Budapest are typically cheapest in late winter (January to March) and late fall (November), avoiding summer peak and Christmas holidays. For the lowest fares, book 60-90 days ahead, fly midweek (Tuesday/Wednesday), and choose overnight departures."
      },
      "q6": {
        "question": "How far in advance should I book flights from United States to Budapest?",
        "answer": "For flights from the United States to Budapest, book 8 to 12 weeks ahead for a balance of availability and price, but secure tickets 12 to 16 weeks in advance if traveling during peak periods like summer, Christmas, or major US holidays."
      },
      "q8": {
        "question": "What is the baggage allowance on flights from United States to Budapest?",
        "answer": "Baggage rules vary by airline and fare. Basic economy tickets on US carriers often exclude checked bags, while standard international economy usually includes one checked bag and a carry-on. Premium cabins allow more. Confirm with your airline before booking."
      },
      "q10": {
        "question": "What time of day is usually cheapest for flights from United States to Budapest?",
        "answer": "Afternoon and evening departures from the US to Budapest often offer lower fares, as morning flights tend to be pricier due to business travel demand. However, this varies by day of week and season; midweek flights are generally cheaper. Compare times when searching for the best deal."
      },
      "q11": {
        "question": "Which airport will I arrive at and how do I get from Liszt Ferenc Intl Airport to downtown Budapest?",
        "answer": "Flights from the United States to Budapest arrive at Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD), about 16 kilometers southeast of the city center. For ground transport, the direct airport express bus 100E runs frequently to Deák Ferenc tér in central Pest in roughly 45 minutes. A cheaper option is bus 200E to Kőbánya-Kispest metro station, where you can connect to metro line M3 for a total journey of 45–55 minutes. Taxis operated by Főtaxi are available at official ranks outside both terminals and take about 35 minutes to reach downtown, while ride-share services are limited and not officially endorsed. There is no direct train from the airport, but you can take bus 200E to Ferihegy station and catch a train to Nyugati Station, with a combined travel time similar to the bus.",
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        "references": [
          {
            "url": "https://budapest-international-airport.com/airport-transfer-to-city/",
            "title": "How to get from Budapest Airport to City Center I 2026 Guide",
            "time_published": "2026-01-25T00:00:00Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://budapest-international-airport.com/transportation/airport-transfer-to-city/",
            "title": "How to get from Budapest Airport to City Center",
            "time_published": "2024-09-06T00:00:00Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Budapest_Ferenc_Liszt_International_Airport",
            "title": "Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport",
            "favicon": "https://en.wikipedia.org/static/apple-touch/wikipedia.png",
            "time_published": "2026-07-19T23:51:15Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Budapest_bus_route_100E",
            "title": "Budapest bus route 100E",
            "time_published": "2026-07-03T17:58:27Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://budapest-international-airport.com/transportation/",
            "title": "Budapest Airport Transportation | Transport from and to BUD Airport",
            "time_published": "2024-09-10T00:00:00Z"
          }
        ],
        "methodology": "Airport details are drawn from the sources listed with this answer, primarily the airport operator's official website along with airline, lounge-operator and transit-authority pages, collected by our research process and refreshed periodically. Only information found in those sources is used; where a source does not cover a topic it is left out rather than guessed."
      },
      "q12": {
        "question": "Which cabin and seat options are typical on flights from United States to Budapest?",
        "answer": "Flights from the US to Budapest typically offer economy, premium economy, and lie-flat business class, with first class being very rare on this route."
      },
      "q13": {
        "question": "Are there hotels or sleeping facilities at Budapest airport?",
        "answer": "Budapest Airport (BUD) has an on-site hotel, the ibis Styles Budapest Airport, located within the Terminal 2 complex and reachable on foot in about five minutes from both Terminal 2A and 2B. There are no capsule hotels or sleeping pods, and no airport lounges offer showers. Several other hotels, including a TRIBE, are nearby and connected by shuttle.",
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        "references": [
          {
            "url": "https://www.sleepinginairports.net/guides/budapest-airport-guide.htm",
            "title": "Budapest Airport Guide (BUD) - Sleeping in Airports",
            "time_published": "2018-08-23T18:25:56Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://budapest-international-airport.com/guide/airport-hotels/",
            "title": "Budapest Airport Hotel | In-Terminal Hotel at BUD Airport",
            "time_published": "2023-02-23T00:00:00Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://sleepinginairports.net/reviews/budapest-airport-reviews.htm",
            "title": "Budapest   Airport Reviews (BUD) – Sleeping in Airports",
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          },
          {
            "url": "https://budapest-international-airport.com/airport-hotels/",
            "title": "The Best Hotels Near Budapest Airport I Top Budapest Hotels I 2025 Guide",
            "time_published": "2025-07-09T00:00:00Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://all.accor.com/hotel/B925/index.en.shtml?msockid=1f8a03f726c06a931f1a15ef27c06bd5",
            "title": "TRIBE Budapest Airport | Hotels near Budapest Airport | ALL - ALL",
            "time_published": "2026-04-06T00:00:00Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.frugalflyer.airport.bud",
            "title": "Budapest Airport (BUD) Info - Apps on Google Play",
            "time_published": "2025-10-09T00:00:00Z"
          }
        ],
        "methodology": "Airport details are drawn from the sources listed with this answer, primarily the airport operator's official website along with airline, lounge-operator and transit-authority pages, collected by our research process and refreshed periodically. Only information found in those sources is used; where a source does not cover a topic it is left out rather than guessed."
      },
      "q14": {
        "question": "What are the best airport lounge options at Budapest airport?",
        "answer": "Budapest Airport (BUD) has a few reliable lounge options. The Plaza Premium Lounge is in Terminal 2B (non-Schengen) and is open daily from early morning until late evening, accessible with Priority Pass or by paying for a day pass. The Platinum Lounge has two locations: one in Terminal 2A (Schengen) and another in Terminal 2B (non-Schengen), both available to American Express Platinum cardholders and Priority Pass members, offering complimentary snacks, drinks, and Wi-Fi. There is also a SkyCourt Lounge in the central SkyCourt area, though details on access and amenities are less widely published.",
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        "references": [
          {
            "url": "https://www.prioritypass.com/en-GB/lounges/hungary/budapest-ferenc-liszt-international/bud9-plaza-premium-lounge-non-schengen",
            "title": "Plaza Premium Lounge (Non-Schengen) BUD AIRPORT Terminal 2B Budapest Ferenc Liszt International | Priority Pass",
            "time_published": "2024-11-05T00:00:00Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "http://www.americanexpress.com/en-us/travel/lounges/the-platinum-card/BUD/Platinum-Lounge-Terminal-2A-Schengen--F8dV6KQaTl/",
            "title": "Platinum Lounge at Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport | Amex US",
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          {
            "url": "https://americanexpress.com/sv-se/travel/lounges/the-platinum-card/BUD",
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          {
            "url": "https://www.lufthansa.com/lhg/ng/en/dest/cy/budapest",
            "title": "Flight to Budapest (BUD) | Lufthansa",
            "time_published": "2026-02-11T00:00:00Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://www.lufthansa.com/lhg/th/en/dest/cy/budapest",
            "title": "Flight to Budapest (BUD) | Lufthansa",
            "time_published": "2023-11-10T00:00:00Z"
          }
        ],
        "methodology": "Airport details are drawn from the sources listed with this answer, primarily the airport operator's official website along with airline, lounge-operator and transit-authority pages, collected by our research process and refreshed periodically. Only information found in those sources is used; where a source does not cover a topic it is left out rather than guessed."
      }
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