Full Hungary F1 schedule for the 2023 Hungarian Grand Prix held at the Hungaroring race circuit. The timetable below includes different time zones for the GP start time for people tuning in from other countries.
It also details the full schedule of all F1 and support series events across the weekend so you can keep up with the on-track activities if you’re attending in person. Plus gate opening times for spectators.
The 2023 Hungarian Grand Prix takes place from Friday 21st July to Sunday 23rd July. The event doesn’t feature a sprint race, instead it’s the more traditional format with three practice sessions, one qualifying session and the race.
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Hungarian Grand Prix race weekend format
The Hungarian Grand Prix weekend doesn’t feature a sprint race for the Formula 1. Instead it’s the more traditional format which consists of the following:
Friday
- First practice session (60 mins)
- Second practice session (60 mins)
Saturday
- Third practice session (60 mins)
- Qualifying – Q1 / Q2 / Q3 (60 mins)
Sunday
- Race (70 laps or 120 mins)
2023 Hungarian Grand Prix Qualifying time
Qualifying for the 2023 Hungarian Grand Prix will start at 16:00 local circuit time on Saturday 22nd July. Qualifying will be split in to three sessions, Q1, Q2 and Q3, which will last for a total of 60 minutes.
2023 Hungarian Grand Prix race start time
The 2023 Hungarian Grand Prix race will start at 15:00 local circuit time on Sunday 23rd July. It will last for either 70 laps or 120 minutes, whichever is shorter.
Hungary F1 schedule 2023
Below is the Hungary F1 schedule for the 2023 Hungarian Grand Prix weekend.
| 2023 Hungarian Grand Prix F1 Schedule | ||
|---|---|---|
| Local Time | UK Time | Friday 21st July |
| 13:30 - 14:30 | 12:30 - 13:30 | Formula 1 First Practice Session - FP1 |
| 17:00 - 18:00 | 16:00 - 17:00 | Formula 1 Second Practice Session - FP2 |
| Saturday 22nd July | ||
| 12:30 - 13:30 | 11:30 - 12:30 | Formula 1 Third Practice Session - FP3 |
| 16:00 - 17:00 | 15:00 - 16:00 | Formula 1 Qualifying Q1 Q2 Q3 |
| Sunday 23rd July | ||
| 15:00 | 14:00 | Formula 1 Grand Prix Race |
What time is the Hungary F1 race in my country?
The Hungary F1 race will start at 15:00 local time (CEST) and will last for either 70 laps or 2 hours.
Below are the times for all the Hungarian Grand Prix practice, qualifying and race sessions in a number of different time zones.
| Session | Circuit Local Time CEST |
PDT | CT | ET | BST (UK) | AEDT |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Practice 1 | 13:30 - Fri 21 July | 04:30 | 06:30 | 07:30 | 12:30 | 21:30 |
| Practice 2 | 17:00 - Fri 21 July | 08:00 | 10:00 | 11:00 | 16:00 | 01:00+1 |
| Practice 3 | 12:30 - Sat 22 July | 03:30 | 05:30 | 06:30 | 11:30 | 20:30 |
| Qualifying | 16:00 - Sat 22 July | 07:00 | 09:00 | 10:00 | 15:00 | 00:00+1 |
| Race | 15:00 - Sun 23 July | 06:00 | 08:00 | 09:00 | 14:00 | 23:00 |
What channel is the Hungarian GP on?
UK viewers will be able to watch live coverage of the Hungarian Grand Prix practice sessions, qualifying and race on Sky Sports F1 if they have a paid subscription to that channel.
Coverage and pre-race build up usually begins around 60 to 90 minutes before the Hungarian GP start time.
Highlights of the race will be available to view for free on Channel 4 at 11:30pm on Sunday 23rd July.
International broadcast information can be found on the official Formula 1 website.
Gate opening times
If you’re lucky enough to be attending the Hungarian Grand Prix in person it’s important to know what time to arrive so you stand a good chance of getting a decent view from one of the general admission areas.
The Hungaroring circuit usually confirms the exact spectator gate opening times a few days before the event via their social feeds and email. But for reference, below are the 2022 times.
2022 Hungary F1 spectator gate opening times:
- Friday – 7:00am
- Saturday – 7:00am
- Sunday – 7:00am
F1 Hungary detailed motorsport schedule
Below is the full Hungary F1 schedule for all on and off-track motorsport activity across the three day weekend. This includes all of the Formula 1 sessions and other activity (such as press conferences and driver parades) plus the timetable for all of the support race action.
The support races for the 2023 Hungarian Grand Prix are:
- FIA Formula 3
- FIA Formula 2
- Porsche Mobil 1 Supercup
| Friday 21st July 2023 | |
|---|---|
| 09:55 - 10:40 | FIA Formula 3 Practice Session |
| 11:05 - 11:50 | FIA Formula 2 Practice Session |
| 12:00 - 13:00 | FIA F1 Car Presentation |
| 12:00 - 13:00 | Paddock Club Pit Lane Walk |
| 12:30 - 13:00 | Paddock Club Track Tour |
| 13:30 - 14:30 | FORMULA 1 FIRST PRACTICE SESSION FP1 |
| 15:00 - 16:00 | Formula 1 Teams' Press Conference |
| 15:05 - 15:35 | FIA Formula 3 Qualifying Session |
| 16:00 - 16:30 | FIA Formula 2 Qualifying Session |
| 17:00 - 18:00 | FORMULA 1 SECOND PRACTICE SESSION FP2 |
| 18:20 - 18:50 | FIA Formula 3 Press Conference |
| 18:35 - 19:20 | Porsche Mobil 1 Supercup Practice Session |
| 18:55 - 19:25 | FIA Formula 2 Press Conference |
| 19:30 - 20:00 | Paddock Club Track Tour |
| 19:30 - 20:00 | Paddock Club Pit Lane Walk |
| Saturday 22nd July 2023 | |
|---|---|
| 09:50 - 10:35 | FIA Formula 3 Sprint Race (19 Laps or 40 Mins +1 Lap) |
| 10:40 - 11:10 | Formula 1 Team Pit Stop Practice |
| 10:55 - 11:25 | Press Conference |
| 11:20 - 11:50 | Porsche Mobil 1 Supercup Qualifying Session |
| 12:30 - 13:30 | FORMULA 1 THIRD PRACTICE SESSION |
| 14:15 - 15:05 | FIA Formula 2 Sprint Race (28 Laps or 45 Mins +1 Lap) |
| 15:10 - 15:40 | Paddock Club Track Tour |
| 15:10 - 15:45 | Paddock Club Pit Lane Walk |
| 15:25 - 15:55 | FIA Formula 2 Press Conference |
| 16:00 - 17:00 | FORMULA 1 QUALIFYING SESSION |
| 17:00 - 18:00 | Formula 1 Press Conference |
| 17:30 - 18:30 | Paddock Club Track Tour |
| 17:30 - 18:30 | Paddock Club Pit Lane Walk |
| 18:30 - 19:30 | F1 Experiences Champions Club Grid Walk & Trophy Photo |
| Sunday 23rd July 2023 | |
|---|---|
| 08:25 - 09:15 | FIA Formula 3 Feature Race (24 Laps or 45 Mins +1 Lap) |
| 10:05 - 11:10 | FIA Formula 2 Feature Race (37 Laps or 60 Mins +1 Lap) |
| 11:30 - 12:00 | FIA Formula 2 Press Conference |
| 12:00 - 12:35 | Porsche Mobil 1 Supercup Race (16 Laps or 30 Mins) |
| 12:45 - 13:45 | Paddock Club Pit Lane Walk |
| 12:50 - 13:20 | Formula 1 Drivers' Parade |
| 15:00 - 17:00 | FORMULA 1 GRAND PRIX (70 LAPS OR 120 MINS) |
