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Central European Summer Time (CEST) · UTC+2
About Budapest
Budapest is the capital of Hungary, divided by the Danube into hilly Buda and flatter Pest. Visitors come for the Parliament building, Buda Castle, the thermal baths and the ruin bars of the old Jewish quarter, while the city also serves as the country's political, financial and transport centre.
Hungary follows Central European Time, UTC+1 in winter, moving to UTC+2 in summer when clocks go forward. Budapest shares its clock with Vienna, Prague, Warsaw and Berlin, so travel between these capitals involves no time change at all. It is one hour ahead of London and one hour behind neighbouring Romania.
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Frequently asked questions
What time zone is Budapest in?
Budapest is in the Central European Summer Time time zone (CEST), which is UTC+2.
Does Budapest observe daylight saving time?
Yes. Budapest observes daylight saving time. Clocks go back 1 hour on 25 October 2026
What is the time difference between Budapest and UTC?
Budapest is currently UTC+2.
What is the dialling code for Budapest?
The international dialling code for Budapest is +36.
When is the best time to call Budapest from London?
Working hours (9:00–17:00) overlap from 09:00 to 16:00 in London, which is 10:00 to 17:00 in Budapest.