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$222+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Budapest (BUD)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 11/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — BUD
Nov 5 — Nov 121
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The best prices from San Francisco to Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl are usually found in November or October, booked 3 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Tuesday and return on a Wednesday

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) to Budapest (BUD). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated October 31, 2024.

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AranGrant
3 stars

Most trusted provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

November

Round-trip from

$563
(Finnair)

One-way from

$253
(Kiwi.com)
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Budapest
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Budapest. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 31, 2024.

This CrystalTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CrystalTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/307:25 pmSFO - BUD
1 stop18h 20mSWISS
Sat 12/76:15 amBUD - SFO
1 stop19h 10mSWISS
Deal found 10/30$632
This CrystalTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CrystalTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/307:25 pmSFO - BUD
1 stop18h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sat 12/76:50 amBUD - SFO
2 stops21h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/30$643
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/31. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/118:25 amSFO - BUD
2 stops20h 30mAir Canada
Mon 11/2510:25 amBUD - SFO
2 stops20h 17mAir Canada
Deal found 10/31$650
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/31. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/291:10 pmSFO - BUD
1 stop21h 05mTurkish Airlines
Fri 12/68:10 pmBUD - SFO
1 stop23h 55mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 10/31$654
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/31. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/118:40 pmSFO - BUD
1 stop17h 35mBritish Airways
Mon 11/257:20 amBUD - SFO
1 stop20h 25mBritish Airways
Deal found 10/31$665
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/28:40 pmSFO - BUD
1 stop17h 35mAmerican Airlines
Wed 12/1111:40 amBUD - SFO
2 stops21h 35mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/30$666
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/81:30 pmSFO - BUD
1 stop15h 25mUnited Airlines
Tue 11/126:10 amBUD - SFO
2 stops24h 41mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/30$671
This Flysmarter deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/31. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Flysmarter is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/114:00 pmSFO - BUD
2 stops15h 15mLufthansa
Mon 11/259:35 amBUD - SFO
1 stop15h 50mLufthansa
Deal found 10/31$689
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/31. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/293:25 pmSFO - BUD
1 stop17h 15mDelta
Tue 12/33:00 pmBUD - SFO
1 stop29h 50mDelta
Deal found 10/31$709
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/31. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/2610:00 amSFO - BUD
2 stops17h 05mKLM
Tue 12/35:05 pmBUD - SFO
1 stop27h 45mKLM
Deal found 10/31$720
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/298:35 pmSFO - BUD
2 stops16h 50mAustrian Airlines
Sun 12/1511:00 amBUD - SFO
2 stops34h 35mAustrian Airlines
Deal found 10/30$726
This Finnair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/31. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Finnair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/275:30 pmSFO - BUD
2 stops32h 25mFinnair
Tue 12/311:40 amBUD - SFO
2 stops36h 20mFinnair
Deal found 10/31$819

Find flights from San Francisco to Budapest within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco to Budapest that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,570,725 searches. Data last updated October 31, 2024.

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Sun 11/17

11:38 am-4:45 pm

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$222

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Sun 1/5

8:40 pm-10:55 pm

1 stop17h 15m

$416

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Tue 1/7

2:40 pm-9:35 am

1 stop33h 55m

$433

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Thu 11/28

10:25 am-5:25 pm

2 stops22h 00m

$480

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Mon 11/11

12:25 am-11:55 am

2 stops26h 30m

$498

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Sun 1/5

12:50 pm-10:45 pm

2 stops24h 55m

$544

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Mon 12/23

8:40 pm-11:15 pm

1 stop17h 35m

$720

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Wed 12/18

2:40 pm-1:55 pm

1 stop14h 15m

$1,054

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Thu 3/13

3:40 pm-5:15 pm

2 stops17h 35m

$1,208

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Thu 3/13

7:00 am-11:00 am

2 stops20h 00m

$1,269

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Compare providers for flights from San Francisco to Budapest

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from San Francisco to Budapest in October.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*Cancellation Policy
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 starsCancellation PolicyAirline Policy
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 starsCancellation PolicyAirline Policy
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 starsCancellation PolicyAirline Policy
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 starsCancellation PolicyAirline Policy
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 starCancellation PolicyAirline Policy
KAYAKPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 starsCancellation PolicyAirline Policy

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on San Francisco-Budapest flights, users find the pricing of AranGrant to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant Users can find the same prices on San Francisco-Budapest flight deals on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Francisco-Budapest flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Francisco-Budapest flights, Cheapflights users trust AranGrant the most. AranGrant has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for San Francisco-Budapest flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Budapest

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Travel insights for flights from San Francisco to Budapest

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from San Francisco to Budapest including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from San Francisco to Budapest?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Budapest. Price data was last updated on October 25, 2024.

Booking 3 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from San Francisco to Budapest. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco to Budapest?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Budapest (average of $631). Flying from San Francisco to Budapest in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,221). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SFO to BUD?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco to Budapest. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated October 31, 2024.

When flying from San Francisco to Budapest, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the afternoon, which can drop the price by up to 31% versus a flight at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San Francisco to Budapest?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Budapest. Price data was last updated on October 27, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Francisco to Budapest flight should consider departing on Sunday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Budapest by month

Plan your trip to Budapest by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Budapest ranges from 1.2 - 2.8 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 2.8 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Budapest when rainfall is around 1.2 in.

Temperature in Budapest by month

Plan your trip to Budapest by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Budapest, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 68.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 32.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Budapest

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Budapest. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Budapest. Reviews last updated October 31, 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with SWISS, British Airways and Lufthansa from San Francisco to Budapest have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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Very good
8,835 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

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7.3

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8.0

Entertainment

7.9

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1 / 10

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin

8.0
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8,835 reviews
8.0
Very good
8,835 reviews

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8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

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7.3

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8.0

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7.9

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1 / 10

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin

7.8
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1,352 reviews
8.0
Very good
8,835 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin

7.7
Good
1,318 reviews
8.0
Very good
8,835 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin

7.7
Good
831 reviews
8.0
Very good
8,835 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin

7.6
Good
1,644 reviews
8.0
Very good
8,835 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin

Related info for your journey

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  • Can I find flights from San Francisco to Budapest for under $600 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from San Francisco to Budapest for under $600. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Multiple Airlines for just $563, but on average you can expect to pay $652.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from San Francisco to Budapest for under $700?

    There are currently 8+ open flights from San Francisco to Budapest within the next 7 days for less than $700.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Francisco to Budapest round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from San Francisco to Budapest is Finnair. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $564 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are American Airlines and SWISS, starting at $573 and $588 round-trip. Finnair is priced at 40% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Francisco to Budapest one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for British Airways. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $416. Users have also found prices from $433 and $480 on Lufthansa and American Airlines, respectively.

  • What does SFO to BUD mean?

    SFO and BUD are unique codes to identify airports used in the aviation industry. They are defined by IATA (International Air Transport Association) and are commonly called IATA codes. SFO to BUD refers to a flight route from San Francisco Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl Airport.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from San Francisco to Budapest?

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Frankfurt am Main?

    The majority of Frankfurt am Main visitors spend their time at Römerberg, Hauptwache, and Römer. Travelers on a layover in Frankfurt am Main can visit Römerberg, Hauptwache, and Römer, by traveling 7.4 mi, 7.4 mi, and 7.4 mi, respectively after landing at Frankfurt am Main. Travelers can book a car rental at Frankfurt am Main for about $40 per day to make their sightseeing more efficient.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a layover in Munich?

    Theresienwiese, Marienplatz, and Altes Rathaus are the most popular attractions in Munich if you're in need of something to do during your layover. Theresienwiese, Marienplatz, and Altes Rathaus can be visited by traveling about 18.8 mi, 17.8 mi, and 17.8 mi respectively from Munich Franz Josef Strauss. Those landing in Munich looking to spend some time exploring during their layover can rent a car for about $48 per day.

  • What are points of interest worth seeing during a layover in Zurich?

    Paradeplatz, Lindenhof, and Kunsthaus Zürich are the most popular attractions in Zurich if you're in need of something to do during your layover. Paradeplatz, Lindenhof, and Kunsthaus Zürich can be accessed by traveling approximately 6.1 mi, 5.9 mi, and 6.1 mi, respectively from Zurich. Travelers can rent a car at Zurich for an average daily rate of $55 to make sightseeing during their layover a little easier.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for San Francisco to Budapest flights?

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Francisco to Budapest that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your San Francisco to Budapest flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from San Francisco to Budapest with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter San Francisco to Budapest flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Francisco to Budapest that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on San Francisco to Budapest flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from San Francisco to Budapest?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from San Francisco to Budapest.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San Francisco to Budapest?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco to Budapest by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Francisco to Budapest that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from San Francisco to Budapest offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from San Francisco to Budapest?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on San Francisco to Budapest flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the San Francisco to Budapest flight deals updated?

    The San Francisco to Budapest flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 10/31.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco to Budapest?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Budapest (average of $631). Flying from San Francisco to Budapest in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,221). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 10 airlines flying from San Francisco to Budapest

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco to Budapest. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,570,725 searches. Data last updated October 31, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SWISSCheapest$468Average$1,113FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
United AirlinesCheapest$547Average$1,222FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
British AirwaysCheapest$553Average$745FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Brussels AirlinesCheapest$556Average$909FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
LufthansaCheapest$562Average$1,205FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
DeltaCheapest$584Average$1,041FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$617Average$936FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$628Average$775FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Air FranceCheapest$652Average$1,167FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
KLMCheapest$658Average$898FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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