Budapest Liszt Ferenc International Airport

LHBP / BUD

Budapest, HU

Last Updated
May 14, 23:30Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 21 min ago
23:30Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
13°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 3°C
9 kt
110°
--
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1001 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LHBP 142330Z 11009KT CAVOK 13/03 Q1001 NOSIG

Weather Briefing

VFR

Budapest Liszt Ferenc International Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with clear skies.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the east-southeast (110°) at 9 knots. Runway 13L/31R is favored with a 8-knot headwind and 3-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 13°C (55°F) with a dewpoint of 3°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. The forecast shows a transition between VFR and IFR conditions. Pilots should monitor the forecast closely and have an alternate airport plan. Expected weather includes: Showers Rain, Thunderstorm Rain, Squalls. Winds are forecast to reach up to 22 knots during the period. Expect variable wind speeds ranging from 8 to 22 knots. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Showers Rain between 22:00Z and 09:00Z. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Thunderstorm Rain, Squalls between 09:00Z and 18:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. The forecast indicates conditions may deteriorate. Ensure you have fuel reserves and a viable alternate airport.

This briefing is generated from real-time METAR and TAF data. Always verify with official sources before flight.

QNH
1001 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
985 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (495 ft)
Pressure Alt
863 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 742 ft
ISA Deviation: -1.0°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF LHBP 141715Z 1418/1518 14008KT CAVOK TEMPO 1422/1509 VRB12G22KT 5000 SHRA SCT050TCU BKN080 TEMPO 1509/1518 VRB22G36KT 2000 TSRA SQ SCT040CB BKN050
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
23:50Z BASE
+0h
VFR 140° 8 kt
Visibility: >10km
09:00Z TEMPO
+10h
IFR VRB 22 kt
Visibility: 2 km
Ceiling: 5,000 ft
Thunderstorm Rain, Squalls

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
HBP
13L ✈️
31R
13R ✈️
31L

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 13L/31R
Active: 13L
12,162 ft 148 ft CON 132°
8.5 kt 3.1 kt
20° angle
✈️ 13R/31L
Active: 13R
9,875 ft 148 ft CON 132°
8.5 kt 3.1 kt
20° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - LHBP

11,367 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
69.4%
MVFR
10.8%
IFR
8.1%
LIFR
11.7%

Budapest Liszt Ferenc International Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 69.4% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 19.8% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 6.9 knots. Temperature extremes range from -17°C to 31°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are April, March, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 6.9 kt
Maximum Recorded: 27 kt
Calm Winds: 2.8%
Direction Distribution:
N
14.7%
NE
7.8%
E
24%
SE
10.1%
S
6.9%
SW
5.2%
W
6.6%
NW
22%

Temperature Range

Average: 7.5°C
Range: -17°C to 31°C
-17°C 31°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 9.5%

Best Months for VFR

April March October

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 13L/31R
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.2 kt
Runway 13R/31L
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.2 kt

Statistics computed from 11,367 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Budapest Liszt Ferenc International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LHBP
IATA Code: BUD
Type: large airport
Status: active
Elevation: 495 ft MSL

Location

City: Budapest
Country: HU
Latitude: 47.430180°
Longitude: 19.262393°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 13L/31R
Length: 12,162 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No
Runway 13R/31L
Length: 9,875 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

About Budapest Liszt Ferenc International Airport

Overview

Budapest Liszt Ferenc International Airport serves as Hungary's primary international airport, located approximately 16 kilometers southeast of Budapest city center. As a large airport with two concrete runways totaling nearly 22,000 feet of total runway length, the facility handles significant commercial and cargo aviation traffic for the Central European region.

Flying Conditions

The airport sits at 495 feet above mean sea level, which provides relatively stable atmospheric conditions for most aviation operations. Its central European location means pilots should anticipate variable weather patterns, with potential seasonal wind shifts that could impact approach and departure strategies across the two parallel runways.

Notable Features

The airport's dual runway configuration (13L/31R and 13R/31L) offers operational flexibility for different wind conditions and traffic management. Its geographic coordinates at 47.430180, 19.262393 position the airport in a relatively flat terrain region, which generally provides predictable approach and departure environments for pilots.

Approach Considerations

With runways oriented approximately 130/310 degrees, pilots should be prepared for potential crosswind scenarios, particularly during transitional seasonal periods. The substantial runway lengths (12,162 and 9,875 feet respectively) provide ample space for most commercial aircraft types to safely conduct approach, landing, and takeoff procedures.

Data Sources & Accuracy: Airport information sourced from OurAirports.com, a collaborative database of worldwide airport data. Weather data from official aviation weather services including NOAA Aviation Weather Center and international METAR/TAF providers. Information is updated regularly but pilots should always verify current conditions and NOTAMs through official channels before flight operations.

Official Data Sources

Weather NOAA Aviation Weather Center • International METAR/TAF Network
Airports OurAirports.com • Public domain airport database
NOTAMs FAA NOTAM System • ICAO NOTAM Distribution
Last updated: Jan 1, 1970 12:00 AM UTC

Disclaimer: Data is provided for informational purposes only. Pilots must verify all information through official sources before flight operations. Weather conditions change rapidly; always obtain a current briefing from approved weather services.