Budapest Airport’s Christmas Travel Guide: Tips for a Smooth Holiday Journey

As the festive season approaches, Budapest Airport has released important information for travelers during the Christmas period. The airport is taking measures to ensure a comfortable and efficient experience for all passengers during this busy time.

Festive Atmosphere and Increased Staffing

Terminal 2 of Budapest Airport has been beautifully decorated with Christmas lights, creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere for travelers. To manage the increased holiday traffic, the airport has implemented the following measures:

• Increased staffing levels to match the higher passenger volume
• Optimized operation of security checkpoints to minimize waiting times

Security Screening Guidelines

To ensure a smooth security screening process, passengers are advised to familiarize themselves with the following rules:

Prohibited Items

• Fireworks and sparklers are considered hazardous and are not allowed in either hand or hold luggage
• Larger snow globes (over 100ml) must be packed in hold luggage
• Rolling pins and poppy seed crushers are only permitted in hold luggage

Allowed Items

• Snow globes with a capacity of less than 100ml can be carried in hand luggage, provided the volume is clearly marked by the manufacturer

Travel Tips for the Holiday Season

Budapest Airport recommends the following tips to make your Christmas travel experience as smooth as possible:

• Arrive at the airport early to account for increased holiday traffic
• Utilize online check-in services when available
• Take advantage of self-service baggage drop-off options
• Remember that larger electronic items, such as laptops and hairdryers, no longer need to be removed from hand luggage during security screening

By following these guidelines and tips, passengers can help ensure a more relaxed and efficient travel experience during the festive season at Budapest Airport.

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