Budapest to Novi Sad flights
Novi Sad lies 257 km (160 mi) south of Budapest, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 5 min gate to gate, based on the distance and typical cruise speed with taxi and climb allowed for; connecting itineraries add the layover on top.
| Budapest | Novi Sad | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Hungary | Serbia |
| Population | 1.7 million | 215,400 |
| Elevation | 104 m (341 ft) | 79 m (259 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Europe/Budapest) | UTC+2 (Europe/Belgrade) |
| Nearest large airport | BUD, 18 km out | BEG, 61 km out |
| Postal codes | 1007–1239 | 21102 |
What changes when you arrive in Novi Sad
Crossing from Hungary into Serbia: money changes from the Forint to the Dinar (RSD); the dialling code becomes +381; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648834 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648835.
Airports at each end
Leaving Budapest
Budapest is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Budapest Liszt Ferenc International Airport (BUD), 18 km (11 mi) from the centre, whose 12,162-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
Arriving in Novi Sad
Novi Sad is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport (BEG), 61 km (38 mi) from the centre, whose 11,483-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are Osijek Airport (OSI, 83 km).
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport | BEG | 61 km (38 mi) | 11,483 ft | 335 ft |
| Osijek Airport (regional) | OSI | 83 km (52 mi) | 8,202 ft | 290 ft |
Book a flight to Novi Sad
Our airline partner is activating live fares for this site; the search below opens the moment that is done. Hotels can be booked now.
Flights are sold here by AirOrSeaTravel through our booking partner, Nuitée, which takes the payment; the ticket is issued by the airline. How this works.
Staying in Novi Sad
Live rooms and prices for Novi Sad are in the search below.
Book a hotel in Novi Sad
Live rooms and prices from our booking partner, booked and paid for here. Free cancellation is marked where it applies.
Common questions
How far is Novi Sad from Budapest?
257 km (160 mi) in a straight line, south of Budapest.
How long does it take to get from Budapest to Novi Sad by air?
About 1 h 5 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Budapest and Novi Sad?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Budapest to Novi Sad flights?
Typically Budapest Liszt Ferenc International Airport (BUD) to Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport (BEG); Novi Sad also has OSI.
What currency do I need in Novi Sad?
The Dinar (RSD).
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.