Introduction
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Szombathely travel guide

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With a population of 79,534, Szombathely is the largest city in Vas, Hungary by the number of inhabitants. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Szombathely to see all of its attractions.

When to visit Szombathely

Szombathely in August
Estimated hotel price
£41
1 night at 3-star hotel
Szombathely in August
Estimated hotel price
£41
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Szombathely in July, when the average temperature is 19 °C, and the highest can go up to 24 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as -3 °C, with an average temperature of 0 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in May, when precipitation is around 80 mm. In contrast, January is usually the driest month of the year in Szombathely, with an average rainfall of 20 mm.

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How to Get to Szombathely

Plane

Although Szombathely doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Saarmelleek Hévíz–Balaton (SOB), which is located 45 miles from Szombathely.

Car

Another option to get to Szombathely is to pick up a car hire from Budapest, which is about 115 miles from Szombathely. You’ll find branches of Klass Wagen and Dryyve, among others, in Budapest.

Plane

Although Szombathely doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Saarmelleek Hévíz–Balaton (SOB), which is located 45 miles from Szombathely.

Car

Another option to get to Szombathely is to pick up a car hire from Budapest, which is about 115 miles from Szombathely. You’ll find branches of Klass Wagen and Dryyve, among others, in Budapest.

Airports near Szombathely

SOBSaarmelleek Hévíz–Balaton

Airlines serving Szombathely

Arkia

Where to stay in popular areas of Szombathely

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Hiring a car in Szombathely

Expect to pay £1.20 per litre in Szombathely (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £14.32 and £19.10.

Expect to pay £1.20 per litre in Szombathely (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £14.32 and £19.10.

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