Budapest Airport Lounges

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Are There Lounges at Budapest Airport?

The Budapest airport lounge facilities are widely favored by travelers who want to spend their free time at the airport in comfort and enjoy premium services while waiting for their onward journey. There are lounges located at both sections of terminal B -T2A and T2B- as well as the SkyCourt, which connects the two sub-terminals. Although airports usually feature airline lounges dedicated to business-class and VIP passengers traveling with a specific airline or one of its alliance members, the lounge facilities at Budapest Airport are mostly operated by independent providers. These lounges are typically accessible to all travelers for a fee.

The T2A Budapest Airport Lounge Options

The T2A section of terminal 2 is dedicated to flights from and to Schengen destinations. Thus, travelers flying to a Schengen country fly from T2A. There are two lounge options for passengers departing from T2A.

• bud:vip Lounge

The bud:vip personal airport services offer a premium and luxurious travel experience, minimizing the hassle of airport procedures and allowing customers to make the most of their time at BUD Airport. To that end, services include a high-end lounge facility, located at T2A, near Gates A12-A19. The lounge is ideal for business travelers, featuring business facilities and a fully equipped office. At the same time, it efficiently caters to the needs of leisure passengers, offering comfortable seating, a wide selection of newspapers and magazines, and a variety of food and beverages. Flight info screens are also available. Passengers benefiting from the VIP services have staff handle their check-in, are entitled to separate security screening, and enjoy a convenient ride to their aircraft. Reservations can also be made online. The service, including a 2-hour use of the VIP lounge, costs 108000HUF (270€/315$).

• 2A Platinum Lounge

The 2A Platinum Lounge is conveniently located airside at the T2A section of terminal 2. It lies in the Departures transit area, near Gate A8. It is an accessible facility, providing business services, along with many amenities for passengers who fly for pleasure. It features a refined seating area with colorful touches that enhance the relaxing ambiance, as well as restrooms. A self-service bar is available, offering alcoholic drinks, refreshing beverages, and snacks. Hot dishes are served from 12:00 pm to 2:00 pm. Vegan, gluten-free, and lactose-free options are also provided. Moreover, customers have free access to WiFi, magazines and newspapers, satellite TVs, and flight information boards. The lounge operates from 05:00 am to 08:00 pm. Travelers who want to use the facility for 2 hours must pay 15600HUF (39€/45.60$) plus taxes. Children younger than 2 can access it free of charge.

The T2B Budapest Airport Lounge Options

T2B is the terminal handling flights to and from non-Schengen countries. Two lounge facilities can also be found there, serving the needs of travelers flying to non-Schengen destinations.

• 2B Platinum Lounge

The 2B Platinum Lounge is a premium facility, located at the post-security area of non-Schengen Departures. Travelers who want to reach the facility should go up from Gate B7 to the terminal’s mezzanine floor. The lounge combines luxury with comfort, featuring wood accents and colorful details. It offers runway views, and its amenities are accessible. Moreover, restrooms are available, along with free Wi-Fi, local and international newspapers and magazines, TVs, and flight info monitors. A self-service bar offers a wide range of dining and drinking options. Alcohol and soft beverages are offered, along with snacks, a cold buffet, gluten and lactose-free options, and vegan dishes. Hot dishes are served upon request, and depending on traffic. A 2-hour use of the Budapest airport lounge facility is priced at 15600HUF (39€/45.60$) plus VAT. Children who are younger than 2 don’t pay an access fee.

• T2B Plaza Premium Lounge

The T2B Plaza Premium Lounge is located airside at the non-Schengen Departures area (T2B Departures), on the mezzanine floor. The lounge caters to passengers with disabilities, having accessible areas and restrooms. It offers airport views, with its vast windows allowing light to enhance its cozy atmosphere. Guests have access to a variety of local dishes, along with European-inspired options. Vegetarian dishes are also available. Additionally, they can enjoy drinks and refreshments. In fact, the lounge’s coffee and bar menu are especially popular. Digital newspapers and magazines, charging stations, baggage storage areas, private working zones, and printing and photocopying machines can also be found. Moreover, the lounge’s WiFi is free of charge, and flight information screens keep passengers updated on the departure schedule. Apart from the restrooms and baby changing facilities, showers are also available. The lounge is open from 05:00 am to 11:00 pm. However, on Fridays and Saturdays, passengers can use the facility from 05:00 am to 10:00 pm. The cost of a 2-hour stay is 15840HUF (39.60€/46.30$). Are you traveling with children younger than 2? You won’t have to pay an extra fee for them to access the lounge.

The SkyCourt Lounges

The SkyCourt connects the two sections of the BUD airport terminal 2. Located between T2A and T2B, it serves as their connecting area, housing numerous retail stores, dining facilities, and lounges. In detail, it features the following two lounges:

• SkyCourt Lounge

The SkyCourt Lounge is, as its name suggests, situated in the SkyCourt area. In fact, it can be found on its mezzanine level. It is a modernly furnished and elegant facility, featuring TVs, flight information monitors, and comfortable chairs and sofas. The largest of the lounges at Budapest Airport is fully accessible and offers numerous magazines and newspapers, working areas, charging points, free WiFi, and restrooms. The SkyCourt Lounge serves breakfast, while hot dishes are available from 12:00 pm to 03:30 pm. Drinks and beverages are available from 4:30 am to 9:00 pm, during the lounge’s operating hours. Guests can use the facility for up to 2 hours, paying  15600HUF (39€/45.60$). Children up to 2 years of age can enter the lounge’s premises for free.

• Mastercard Airport Lounge

The Mastercard Airport Lounge is located right next to the SkyCourt Lounge, on the SkyCourt’s mezzanine floor. It was renovated, now offering an even more premium and high-end experience for its guests. Apart from its cozy and contemporary seating area, the lounge features a working zone for business travelers and a quiet zone for those seeking peace and silence within the bustling airport. Hot meals, drinks, and refreshments are also available. There are options for vegetarian passengers as well. The lounge isn’t accessible to all passengers. Indeed, it can only be accessed by holders of Hungarian-issued Mastercard Gold, Platinum, World Elite, or Premium Business cards. Passengers can enter free of charge, while additional guests must pay a fee. The entry fee amount depends on the type of card. Holders of Black Mastercards and World Elite Mastercards can access the lounge even if their cards were issued abroad, by paying a fee of 12000HUF (30€/35$). Please keep in mind that only card payments are accepted. The lounge is open from 05:00 am to 09:00 pm.

FAQs

Is there an airport lounge at Budapest Airport?

There are several lounges at Budapest Airport. In fact, there are two lounges at the T2A terminal (Schengen area) and two facilities at the T2B section (non-Schengen area). Moreover, the SkyCourt houses two lounges as well.

Can I pay to use an airport lounge?

Most Budapest airport lounges can be accessed for a fee. The exact entry fee depends on the chosen facility. In general, passengers can use one of the airport lounges for two hours, paying around 15600HUF (39€/45.60$).