Airport Comparison
| BUD | HDS | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport | Hoedspruit Air Force Base Airport |
| IATA Code | BUD | HDS |
| ICAO Code | LHBP | FAHS |
| City | Budapest | Hoedspruit |
| Country | Hungary | South Africa |
| Timezone | Europe/Budapest | Africa/Johannesburg |
| Elevation | 495 ft | 1,743 ft |
| Coordinates | 47.440000, 19.260000 | -24.370000, 31.050000 |
Budapest (BUD) to Hoedspruit (HDS) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) in Budapest, Hungary to Hoedspruit Air Force Base Airport (HDS) in Hoedspruit, South Africa is 8,072 kilometers (5,016 miles / 4,358 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying south at a heading of 169°.
This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.
This is an international route connecting Hungary with South Africa. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 15:45 in Budapest, it's 16:45 in Hoedspruit.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,248 feet between the two airports. Hoedspruit Air Force Base Airport sits higher than Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport.
The return flight from Hoedspruit (HDS) to Budapest (BUD) follows a heading of 352° (north). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) and Hoedspruit Air Force Base Airport (HDS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.