Budapest Airport (LHBP)

General aviation operates from the west side of the airport and is not subject to slot requirements. Handling is mandatory and provided by Celebi, with contact via email described as prompt and friendly. Fees are high for a capital city airport; example: landing about €150 plus handling about €140, with additional charges possible for passengers. Parking is charged per hour per tonne, and a minivan transfer to Budapest can be arranged through handling for about €100 extra. Avgas is not available; Jet A1 is available but may require a fuel card or a credit card registered to a legal entity.

Service is generally efficient, though some reports note unfriendly reactions or difficulties with fuel arrangements. The airport is described as having little traffic and professional ATC and ground staff. Taxis to the city take about 20 minutes, with fares ranging from €15–25; booking Zona Taxi in advance is recommended for lower rates.

Flight planning into LHBP may require careful route selection due to airway restrictions; using online route-finding tools can help identify valid routings. For customs, LHBP functions as an international entry point, but alternative airports may offer lower costs for customs clearance. Procedures vary; see AIP/NOTAM.

Information from ourairports.com:

• 2016-12-09: Reported example of high charges: Cirrus SR22 billed ~€600 for a short stay (approx; €200 landing/parking + €400 handling); Expect substantial fees and confirm current rates.

Source: ourairports.com (one-time import)