Budapest to Zaanstad flights
Zaanstad lies 1,154 km (717 mi) north-west of Budapest, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 2 h 14 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 | Zaanstad | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Hungary | The Netherlands |
| Population | 1.7 million | 140,085 |
| Elevation | 104 m (341 ft) | 2 m (7 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Europe/Budapest) | UTC+2 (Europe/Amsterdam) |
| Nearest large airport | BUD, 18 km out | AMS, 16 km out |
What changes when you arrive in Zaanstad
Crossing from Hungary into The Netherlands: money changes from the Forint to the Euro (EUR); the dialling code becomes +31; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q1061257 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q533806.
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 Zaanstad
Zaanstad is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS), 16 km (10 mi) from the centre, whose 12,467-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are Rotterdam The Hague Airport (RTM, 61 km).
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | AMS | 16 km (10 mi) | 12,467 ft | -11 ft |
| Rotterdam The Hague Airport | RTM | 61 km (38 mi) | 7,218 ft | -15 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Zaanstad from Budapest?
1,154 km (717 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Budapest.
How long does it take to get from Budapest to Zaanstad by air?
About 2 h 14 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 Zaanstad?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Budapest to Zaanstad flights?
Typically Budapest Liszt Ferenc International Airport (BUD) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS); Zaanstad also has RTM.
What currency do I need in Zaanstad?
The Euro (EUR).
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.